Michael John Trotta’s For a Breath of Ecstasy was just recorded by the Northwestern State University Chamber Choir, under the direction of Nicholaus B. Cummins. The recording recently received a review in Gramophone by Donald Rosenberg: The American composer Michael John Trotta has concentrated on choral music for most of his career. The newest discContinue reading “For a Breath of Ecstasy – Gramophone Review”
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Discovering Forgotten Treasures
Guest Post by Dr. Carol Kimball Songs of Gouvy, edited by MeeAe Cecilia Nam. In two volumes. Vol. 1: 40 Poèmes de Pierre de Ronsard, 12 Poèmes de La Pléiade; Vol. 2: 18 Sonnets et Chansons de Desportes; 18 Poésies de Moritz Hartmann. Published by E. C. Schirmer Music Company. Explorers of French mélodie haveContinue reading “Discovering Forgotten Treasures”
Sacred Song and the Public Square
Guest post by Brian Hehn Direct of The Center for Congregational Song The Hymn Society in the United States and Canada The Hymn Society’s Annual Conference Each July hymnologists, pastors, church musicians, composers, poets, and people who just love singing together come together at The Hymn Society’s Annual Conference. This year we will meet inContinue reading “Sacred Song and the Public Square”
Behind the Scenes: Buoso’s Ghost Rehearsal
Guest post by Michael Ching I think every opera needs a piece early on that convinces the audience to stay engaged for the rest of it. Musical theatre has a strong tradition of an engaging opening number. It’s a little more flexible in opera, but I think even classical works have that piece, whether it’sContinue reading “Behind the Scenes: Buoso’s Ghost Rehearsal”
Michael Burkhardt: Featured Sacred Composer
This month we got to know composer Michael Burkhardt, who is particularly known for his skill as an organist, choral clinician, hymn festival leader, and for his creative work with children. How did you first become involved with music? I became first involved with music when my grandmother, a self-trained church organist, taught me toContinue reading “Michael Burkhardt: Featured Sacred Composer”
Judith Shatin: Roaming the Universe of Sound
This month we got to know Judith Shatin, composer, sound artist, community arts partner, and educator. Her music, called “something magical” by Fanfare, reflects her fascination with the arts, the sounding world, and the communicative power of music. Known for her dramatic acoustic music, she has also created a large body of path-breaking electroacoustic music.Continue reading “Judith Shatin: Roaming the Universe of Sound”
Michael Ching on Conducting Buoso’s Ghost at OperaDelaware
Post by Michael Ching Next month OperaDelaware and Baltimore Concert Opera are producing of Puccini’s Gianni Schicchi and my 1996 sequel, Buoso’s Ghost. Our works are like children—it’s best when they grow up and leave the house. (Unfortunately, some stick around on the shelf and don’t pay their fair share of the rent) I’ve beenContinue reading “Michael Ching on Conducting Buoso’s Ghost at OperaDelaware”
When the Spirit Sings: Chamber Music of Gwyneth Walker
This month our featured recording is When the Spirit Sings: Chamber Music of Gwyneth Walker from Musica Harmonia. This release features the works of Gywneth Walker, one of the most important composers of our modern day. Widely performed throughout the world, the music of Gwyneth Walker is beloved by performers and audiences alike for itsContinue reading “When the Spirit Sings: Chamber Music of Gwyneth Walker”
The Inside Voice: Michael John Trotta Interview Series
We were so excited to find out that J. W. Pepper created a short video series on composer Michael John Trotta. Trotta has been a MorningStar composer for several years, and more recently has come out with pieces more suited to the Galaxy catalog. This spring, we’re releasing his new work For a Breath ofContinue reading “The Inside Voice: Michael John Trotta Interview Series”
Request a New Music Reading Session
Reading sessions are one of our favorite ways to interact with music directors and musicians. Choral reading sessions are an engaging event requiring active participation from the attendees, who in turn get to experience a lot of music in a short amount of time. Similarly, organ or instrumental sessions can offer exposure to new musicContinue reading “Request a New Music Reading Session”
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