Arioso is Vermont’s acclaimed chamber music ensemble, performing works for piano, voice, viola, and cello. Members of the ensemble premiere Gywneth Walker‘s From the Depths of the Soul (2016) for contralto and viola on August 31 (Northfield, VT), followed by performances in Richmond, VT (September 1) and St. Albans, VT (September 3). Arioso is made up ofContinue reading “Arioso premieres Gwyneth Walker on Vermont tour”
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Gramophone Magazine reviews new albums from Su Lian Tan & Michael John Trotta
Since 1923, Gramophone Magazine continues to devote itself to reviewing classical music, particularly recordings. The August 2017 issue featured two albums in the ECS Publishing Group catalog: Seven Last Words by Michael John Trotta and Revelations by Su Lian Tan. Seven Last Words, review excerpt By Guy Rickards “Trotta’s musical style is fairly straightforward….not unlike that ofContinue reading “Gramophone Magazine reviews new albums from Su Lian Tan & Michael John Trotta”
Simon Carrington conducts music by Ferko, Gregorio, & Larsen
The Norfolk Chamber Music Festival (Norfolk, CT) is one of North America’s oldest active summer music festivals. On August 19, the Norfolk festival featured a Choral Festival, directed by Simon Carrington. This remarkable program complete with a first-rate choir and chamber orchestra has always been a highlight of the Norfolk summer. The concert featured threeContinue reading “Simon Carrington conducts music by Ferko, Gregorio, & Larsen”
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”
38 Chorals by Lionel Rogg: organ library “must-have”
Swiss composer Lionel Rogg‘s 38 Chorals is an organ collection distinguished by a great variety of styles, but the natural harmonization of each melody has been maintained in most cases. Some of them are treated in a Romantic manner, perhaps evoking the sound of Brahms or Reger. In general, the pieces are of medium difficulty, with aContinue reading “38 Chorals by Lionel Rogg: organ library “must-have””
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”
Anthems of the World – Boston Landmarks Orchestra premieres Roustom
“Fired by local pride, some of Western music’s most passionate works are closely identified with their cultures of origin.” The Boston Landmarks Orchestra is a summertime tradition for Boston residents. Founded in 2001, the orchestra is comprised of local professional musicians. On August 9, the ensemble shared a concert of music from across the globe.Continue reading “Anthems of the World – Boston Landmarks Orchestra premieres Roustom”
Music with a Cause: A Discussion with Henry Mollicone
“We all know that homelessness is such a major problem…and it doesn’t seem like the government is really handling it very well. The burden seems to be on private citizens… There must be some way that artists can do something.” Henry Mollicone is an active freelance composer of opera, symphonic, and new music. A widelyContinue reading “Music with a Cause: A Discussion with Henry Mollicone”
Behind-the-Scenes of Revelations: A conversation with Su Lian Tan
Su Lian Tan is a much-sought after flutist and composer whose music has been described as “the stunner of the evening,” (Washington Post) and “…refined, cultured compositions… Rewarding for everyone…A must-own for flutists and flute enthusiasts” (Fanfare Magazine). Tan is also a Professor of Music at Middlebury College in Vermont. Arsis recently featured three of herContinue reading “Behind-the-Scenes of Revelations: A conversation with Su Lian Tan”
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