Baritone and founder of 9 choral ensembles passes away at age 82 By Michael Barnes AUSTIN, TX — Morris Beachy, who developed the University of Texas choral program and conducted several Austin civic choirs, died in his sleep Sunday from complications of Alzheimer’s disease. He was 82. Beachy performed as a baritone soloist in operas, […]
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Johannes Somary, 1935-2011, composer and conductor of Amor Artis Chorale
SOMARY–Johannes, died on February 1st at age 75 from complications following a stroke. The community mourns deeply the loss of a brilliant musician, dedicated teacher, devoted husband, loving father, and proud grandfather. He is survived by his wife Anne, his children Stephen, Geoffrey, and Karen, his brother Wolfgang, his sister Maria, and seven grandchildren. The […]
Marking Scores
Jeffery Carter has just published his personal Score Marking Guide on his blog. I want to commend him for doing this for a couple of reasons: 1. He is publicly sharing his work with the world – more of us need to do this – share our work with others. 2. He […]
COLUMBUS FOUNDATION honors choral winner of The American Prize
The Columbus (OH) Foundation has honored The New World Singers of the Columbus Children’s Chorus, and director Sandra Mathias with special recognition for winning The American Prize in Choral Performance (youth choir division) in 2010 as one of the city’s National No. 1’s. The postmark deadline for The American Prize in Choral Performance, […]
Flagging Reno Choral Event could be cancelled
RENO, NV — The International Choral Festival is gaining more attention but not gaining a crowd. News 4 found out today this event which has cost the RSCVA more than $100,000, may be totally cancelled! But, will the RSCVA have to pay out more money? We asked the Chair of the Board of Directors […]
Tenebrae for YouTube
Quite impressive video and singing: Check out their website and electronic media kit. A great model for today’s choir!