Laurel Masse, a singer, takes notes on the rhythm of words in her revived passion for language: What I have been discovering in acting – illuminated by the skills of the wonderful actors I am working with – is that the words themselves have a melody, subtle, but strong. Though I've often told shy, first-time […]
The End of the Jet Set Conductor?
Alex Ross takes notice of this article by Tim Mangan and makes some very interesting comments on the future of the superstar conductor. Take a look: The specifics can be debated, but a larger point seems clear. With the complicated cultural and financial pressures now circling orchestras, the modern music director needs more than ever […]
Covey and Choir
I love it when I see someone relate Stephen Covey’s ideas to choir. Helping You Harmonise supplies another great insight with the conductor’s circle of influence: I have a lot of conversations with choir directors, and one of the things I’ve noticed is that there is a strong correlation between how happy or unhappy […]
So much to admire
There is so much promise in this video: 1. Left handed conducting 2. Inexpensive instruments 3. A replacement for handbells in church?
A Random Act of Culture
These mass events are really catching on and I love it:
The Sound of Spirit – Arvo Pärt in NY Times
In case you missed it, Arvo Part was featured in the New York Times a couple of weeks ago. With a new job and busier life than ever, I've missed bringing it to your attention: Last month, Pärt marked his 75th birthday, and the event was celebrated with a festival of his music throughout Estonia, […]