News and Notices

The Setnor School of Music at Syracuse University is now accepting applications to their graduate degree program in choral conducting for the fall of 2013.  Our comprehensive master of music (M.M.) program in conducting trains you in performance practice and rehearsal techniques in an open, positive atmosphere.  Because of the diverse interests of our students, […]

Colleagues,   It is with a heavy heart that I tell you of the passing of Stephen Haydn Prosser. As well as being a consummate professor of ear training, Steve was a choral composer of great craft and depth. His ability to set text both musically and meaningfully was indeed rare. Throughout the years, hundreds […]

We are pleased to announce the appointment of Nondi Orazi as the new Executive Director of Anima-Young Singers of Greater Chicago (formerly the Glen Ellyn Children’s Chorus), and the addition of Margo Stedman to the Anima Staff as Marketing Director.  The Board of Directors made their selection after a comprehensive search.  Ms. Orazi replaces Priscilla […]

(From the Minneapolis Star-Tribune ~ by Matthew Culloton)   Last week the American Classical Music Hall of Fame announced its 2012 class of inductees. Included among the eight was choral icon Dale Warland. Maestro Warland, or “Dale,” as he insists on being recognized, is still a leading figure in the field of choral music As […]

The theme for this week’s show is “Come, Holy Ghost”. Dan McHugh is filling in for me this Sunday. I am in Mexico City for a little rest and recreation. I have noticed decorations here and there for the Day of the Dead festivities which take place here on November 2. Nary a pumpkin in […]

Share the energy of the Youth Choral Festival. The Susquehanna Youth, Young Women’s, and Children’s Chorales join the Susquehanna Chorale for a dynamic intergenerational concert. Each choir performs separately and then shares the stage for a moving 200-voice finale.   To purchase tickets call 717-691-6036 or visit www.susquehannachorale.org.