By Adam Sweeting CARDIFF — According to conductor Valery Gergiev, “Mahler wanted to have the sound of children’s voices in the Eighth Symphony because through this symphony he embraced almost all processes in life. It is very much connected with the triumph of the human spirit. It seems to me that he could not manage […]
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Henryville Needs a Hand
It’s that crazy-busy time of year in our profession. Think about the biggest stumbling block you’ve faced during this season. Was it an irascible and inflexible colleague in the athletic department? Maybe you’re struggling with a couple of diva students. Perhaps you have some high-maintenance parents rattling your cage. Now put yourself in […]
Stephen Chambers advises young choristers
By Rosie Manins DUNEDIN, NZ — Choir singing may not be seen as “cool”, but it is rewarding for those who stick to it, former Dunedin tenor Stephen Chambers says. The international opera singer returned to his Otago roots yesterday to give secondary school choir members some advice and a demonstration of his vocal capability. […]
Finalists selected in Sir Ernest MacMillan Memorial Foundation Conductors Award
Sir Ernest MacMillan Memorial Foundation Award for 2012 -$12,000 Choral Conducting – Selection of Finalists The Sir Ernest MacMillan Memorial Foundation is pleased to announce three finalists for its $12,000 Award in Choral Conducting, as chosen by a jury of 5 prominent choral conductors from across Canada. The finals will take place during […]
Horizon Music Group announces Bach Recording Project
The Horizon Music Group is proud to annouce its first ever Kickstarter Project. The Project With your generous support, the Horizon Music Group will record and perform cantatas for choir and orchestra by J.S. Bach. The young professionals in the Horizon Music Group are the next generation of classical musicians. We rely on your generosity […]
Sixty-Minute Miracles
In university ensembles, we often work 5 hours per week for 8 weeks or more to prepare 1 concert. Yet, Sunday morning comes for church choirs relentlessly every Sunday, needing a song of quality to support worship. I follow a few simple steps to help make each week’s selection productive and helpful for services. […]