The Little Patuxent Opera Institute (LPOI) offers training for moderately advanced young operatic voices in a warm and nurturing collegiate environment. To succeed in the professional opera field, aspiring singers must master many skills. The program is designed to introduce participants to and enhance the development of their skills, while providing valuable, meaningful performance opportunitiesContinue reading “Little Patuxent Opera Institute Performs Too Many Sopranos”
Tag Archives: Q3 2017 Vocal and Opera News
Being Frank: On Composing “Shining Brow” by Daron Hagen
“Can a man be a faithful husband and father and still be true to his Art?” The year 2017 marks the 150th anniversary of Frank Lloyd Wright’s birthday. As organizations across the country celebrate the birth of this great American architect, E. C. Schirmer turns to the opera Shining Brow, composed by Daron Hagen with librettoContinue reading “Being Frank: On Composing “Shining Brow” by Daron Hagen”
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”
The Crucible goes to Chicago & Greenville
The Crucible continues to make its way to stages across the country. This month, the Pulizter Prize-winning opera based on the Arthur Miller classic novel took to stages in Chicago, Illinois and Greenville, South Carolina. Glow Lyric Theatre, Greenville, SC: July 13-28 Christian Elser, Executive Director Jenna Tamisiea, Artistic Director For a complete list of theContinue reading “The Crucible goes to Chicago & Greenville”
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”
News from SongFest 2017: David Conte and Juliana Hall
SongFest provides the United States’ premier art song festivals and training programs: our summer institute held each June at The Colburn School in Los Angeles and a new winter intensive at Hidden Valley in Carmel Valley. SongFest attracts an internationally distinguished roster of artist teachers as well as students from some of the nation’s topContinue reading “News from SongFest 2017: David Conte and Juliana Hall”
Review of Lady Bird by Henry Mollicone — 21st Century Music Takes
Written by: Susan Hall – May 13, 2017 Hunter College Opera NY Opera Fest 2017 Kaye Playhouse New York, New York May 12, 2017 Lady Bird: First Lady of the Land (ECS #8506) Composed by: Henry Mollicone Libretto by: Sheldon Harnick Our current First Lady is MIA. It is good to have a former firstContinue reading “Review of Lady Bird by Henry Mollicone — 21st Century Music Takes”
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