Graphite founders Jocelyn Hagen and Timothy C. Takach have launched a Kickstarter! They are partnering with the VOCES8 Foundation Choir and Orchestra and violinist Jack Liebeck to create and record Rose Ever Blooming, a NEW 45-minute Christmas oratorio featuring SATB choir, violin solo, and orchestra. Rose Ever Blooming honors the role of Mary in the story […]
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Interested in singing with the California Redwood Chorale?
The 50-voice California Redwood Chorale, conducted by Gage Purdy, is welcoming additional tenors, baritones and basses for our January – April semester. We offer the perfect opportunity for you to hear the Chorale in person on November 23 and 24 at 3pm in Santa Rosa, Ca. Come to the Church of the Incarnation on Mendocino […]
Finding Ways to Support Music and Education During Challenging Times
In reflecting on these uncertain times, one can’t help but consider the role of music and art in nurturing a sense of unity and hope. Many educators, artists, and institutions will face intense challenges as cultural budgets are slashed and resources become harder to secure. For the past few days, these questions have lingered in […]
A Little More Peace — new music video
Although this piece is not new (and the original text is a century old), it felt timely now. So I posted a new video for it. I hope it provides you some sense of community and calm. A Little More Peace video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fb0RX4WYIs0
Berkshire Choral Opens 2025 Apprentice Applications
Applications are open for Berkshire Choral International’s two free educational programs for undergraduate and graduate level music students. BCI’s Frank Nemhauser Apprentice Program is a free program designed for career-track singers and choral conductors enrolled in undergraduate or advanced degree programs. Apprentice opportunities in Summer 2025 include Amherst MA (Rob Istad conducting Haydn, Brahms, Runestad); […]
Musica Viva NY Chamber Choir Sings Hindustani-Western Classical Music by Reena Esmail and J.S. Bach, Sunday, Dec 8th
“Musica Viva NY: sounds of the city…with a commitment to new music and diverse composers, New York City choir Musica Viva NY is paving the way for daring collaborations” – Choir & Organ New York, NY (For Release 10.21.24) — New York City’s leading chamber choir, Musica Viva NY, kickstarts the holiday season with THIS LOVE […]