A few months ago we did a short interview with Alistair Coleman, and had a wonderful time getting to know this young composer. We were even more thrilled to learn he received a coveted spot on From the Top, the “nonprofit organization dedicated to celebrating the stories, talents, and character of young classically-trained musicians.” InContinue reading “From the Top Features Alistair Coleman”
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Everyone Sang: Extended Notes
We’re so thrilled to release David Conte’s 2-disc vocal album Everyone Sang on the Arsis label, a project which has been several years in the making. A modest booklet is included in the physical copy (and viewable here), and we wanted to share extended performer information, program notes, and texts, below. Performers [In order ofContinue reading “Everyone Sang: Extended Notes”
For a Breath of Ecstasy – Gramophone Review
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”
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”
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”
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”
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”
James Biery Interview | Featured Sacred Composer
This month we spent some time getting to know composer and music minister James Biery. How did you first become involved with music, and what drew you to composition? I was fascinated by music from an early age, starting piano lessons at age seven and then organ at eleven. As a teenager, I discovered thatContinue reading “James Biery Interview | Featured Sacred Composer”
Composing Opera is an Addiction: Interview with Tom Cipullo
Tom Cipullo joined the E. C. Schirmer catalog in 2017. As one of America’s most performed contemporary opera composers, we wanted to find out more about what makes him tick and the journey he’s on. How did you first become involved with music, and what drew you to composition? I was lucky enough to beContinue reading “Composing Opera is an Addiction: Interview with Tom Cipullo”
Responsorial Psalm Singing with the Five Graces Psalter
Guest post by Kelly Dobbs-Mickus MorningStar has recently published a new volume of Responsorial Psalms for the 3-year Lectionary cycle by Luke Mayernik. In this series, we will explore the practice of responsorial psalm singing using the Five Graces Psalter for reference, in the context of Roman Catholic liturgy, while acknowledging that other traditions alsoContinue reading “Responsorial Psalm Singing with the Five Graces Psalter”
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