Congratulations to William Wyman celebrating 40 years conducting choral music at Nebraska Wesleyan University. We salute Bill and NWU as the Choir and alumni gather this weekend for a choral alumni concert in celebration. Bill has led the NWU Choir in significant concerts in New York and cultural capitals around the world. And Concept Tours […]
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In Memoriam: Russell Mathis (ACDA National President 1974-1977)
G. Russell Mathis, a professor of music at the University of Oklahoma for nearly 40 years, passed from this life on Sept. 23 after a brief illness. He was 88. Appointed to the OU faculty in 1962 as director of choral activities, he was a key advocate for the arts throughout his tenure at […]
Books Worth Reading IX
One more book before I go in a new direction: Twyla Tharp’s The Creative Habit: Learn It and Use It for Life. I’m fascinated by creative people in other arts than music. Since I’m married to a visual artist (who loves music, luckily), I often get cross-pollination of ideas from another viewpoint (and she […]
Outer Banks Chorus Seeking Director
The Outer Banks Chorus announces the April/2015 retirement of its Director and is accepting applications for the position. The OBX Chorus is a well-established community chorus celebrating its 27th year. We perform a wide range of styles and genres. We are a non-auditioned choir with approximately 60 members. Rehearsals are Tuesdays from 5:30-7:30 p.m. […]
Announcing Paraclete Press’ Newest Hymn Anthem: Holy God, We Praise Thy Name
Paraclete Press has an exciting new addition to our ‘Hymns of Praise Series’: Holy God, We Praise Thy Name by Robert Lau! This is a festive hymn-anthem based on the Te deum text and the well-known tune Grosser Gott. Scored for choir, organ, brass quartet and optional congregation. Excellent for Thanksgiving and other feasts! Click on […]
Gordon Thornett’s “Star of the East” for SATB w/piano or organ at Swirly Music
Gordon Thornett’s beautiful “Star of the East” for SATB chorus with piano or organ accompaniment is now available in print from Swirly Music. From the composer: This is a new setting of Reginald Heber’s Epiphany poem, “Brightest and best of the sons of the morning.” It was written for the Boys’ Choir of the […]