Each year the Mississippi Institute of Arts and Letters honors creative individuals with an award in their specific field. First bestowed in 1980, these prestigious awards are presented in seven categories: Fiction, Non-fiction, Visual Art, Musical Composition (Concert), Musical Composition (Popular), Photography, and Poetry. The Institute’s juried competition is one-of-a-kind in the state. Our carefullyContinue reading “James Sclater wins Mississippi Institute of Arts & Letters Award”
Category Archives: Vocal
Modern Singer Magazine interviews Juliana Hall
Modern Singer Magazine is written for singers by singers. The magazine offers a variety of information for readers, from artist showcases to audition tips to advice on updating one’s recital wardrobe, the magazine offers perspectives in all aspects of a singer’s life. The Modern Singer recently interviewed and featured Juliana Hall. The interview, led byContinue reading “Modern Singer Magazine interviews Juliana Hall”
UI Press | Denise Von Glahn | Libby Larsen: Composing an American Life
The fullness of a life lived allegro. Denise Von Glahn, Curtis Mayes Orpheus Professor of Musicology at Florida State University, is the author of Libby Larsen‘s biography, Libby Larsen: Composing an American Life. Von Glahn is also the director for the Center for Music of the Americas and wrote three award-winning books prior to this publication. The bookContinue reading “UI Press | Denise Von Glahn | Libby Larsen: Composing an American Life”
Washington Post: Libby Larsen & Elena Ruehr top composers in classical music
Anne Midgette is Chief Classical Music Critic for The Washington Post. Her article, “The top 35 female composers in classical music,” was written in response to National Public Radio’s July 2017 article “The 150 Greatest Albums Made By Women.” The NPR article “was inspiring,” Midgette writes,”but where were the composers? In the wake of much discussionContinue reading “Washington Post: Libby Larsen & Elena Ruehr top composers in classical music”
Song Source Festival – Libby Larsen & David Evan Thomas premieres
“Headwaters are where things begin.” Song Source Festival is launching its fourth season by giving life to new works from Minnesota composers, including world premieres of music by Libby Larsen and David Evan Thomas. The concert takes place August 7, 2017. Libby Larsen‘s Pharoah Songs is scored for baritone and piano and performed by Alan DunbarContinue reading “Song Source Festival – Libby Larsen & David Evan Thomas premieres”
Scott Gendel – finalist in 3rd ORTUS International New Music Competition
E. C. Schirmer composer Scott Gendel was named one of 16 finalists in the 3rd annual ORTUS International New Music Competition. The pool of over 600 submissions from across the globe were reviewed by members of Khorikos (NYC). Scott Gendel’s submissions was additionally selected as one of ten pieces to be performed by the KhorikosContinue reading “Scott Gendel – finalist in 3rd ORTUS International New Music Competition “
Britten-Pears Foundation hosts concert including music of Earnest & Wadsworth
In a recital celebrating the strength – and inherent romance – represented by Britten and Pears when they premiered Seven Sonnets of Michelangelo, Justin Vickers (tenor) and pianists Karyl Carlson and Felipe Rodrigues-Silva performed two works by E. C. Schirmer composers Zachary Wadsworth and John David Earnest. Zachary Wadsworth’s Secret Songs was commissioned and premiered in thisContinue reading “Britten-Pears Foundation hosts concert including music of Earnest & Wadsworth”
Schmopera interview with Juliana Hall
“Despite its difficulties, there is nothing I can imagine I would rather be doing with my life than composing art songs…it is my world, and it is where I belong.” – Juliana Hall Known for its honest and fresh look a the opera scene, Schmopera is the first place for opera fans across the globe toContinue reading “Schmopera interview with Juliana Hall”
David Conte – world premieres of American Death Ballads
David Conte‘s award-winning American Death Ballads received its European premiere, performed for the first time ever, with voice and orchestra. (June 30, 2017, London). The piece later received its French premiere in its original version for voice and piano. (July 4, 2017, Paris) Performers for each venue: London House, London, England: Goodensemble Michael Poll, Conductor Brian Thorsett,Continue reading “David Conte – world premieres of American Death Ballads”
E. C. Schirmer signs Juliana Hall Art Song Catalog
E. C. Schirmer is pleased to announce our new publishing relationship with renowned American Art Song Composer, Juliana Hall. E. C. Schirmer looks forward to adding Hall’s works to our vocal catalog, which also includes music by American composers such as David Conte, Daron Hagen, Libby Larsen, Henry Mollicone, and Gwyneth Walker. Hall (b. 1958)Continue reading “E. C. Schirmer signs Juliana Hall Art Song Catalog”
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