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Naxos Canadian Classics today, September 25, 2012, releases Dreamscapes, a world premiere recording of three works by Edmonton-born composer Vivian Fung.

Musica Sacra has announced its 2012-2013 season of three programs featuring the Musica Sacra Chorus and Orchestra and a stellar cast of internationally acclaimed soloists under the leadership of Music Director Kent Tritle.

Naxos Canadian Classics announces the September 25, 2012 release of Dreamscapes, a world premiere recording of three works by Edmonton-born composer Vivian Fung. The recording features Ms. Fung's acclaimed Violin Concerto (2011) and Piano Concerto "Dreamscapes" (2009), performed by Metropolis Ensemble with conductor Andrew Cyr, violinist Kristin Lee, and pianist Conor Hanick; and her Glimpses for prepared piano (2006), performed by Mr. Hanick. The concertos, both commissioned by Metropolis Ensemble, were recorded at Seiji Ozawa Hall at Tanglewood and produced by Tim Martyn.

For over 45 years, Musica Sacra has delighted audiences with its annual performances of Handel's Messiah. On Tuesday, December 20, and Wednesday, December 21, both at 8 pm at Carnegie Hall, Musica Sacra performs Handel's masterpiece once again with music director Kent Tritle conducting the luminous Musica Sacra Chorus and Orchestra and vocal soloists Leslie Fagan, soprano, Sasha Cooke, mezzo-soprano, Kevin Deas, bass, and Cullen Gandy, tenor, in his Carnegie Hall debut.

For over 45 years, Musica Sacra has delighted audiences with its annual performances of Handel's Messiah. On Tuesday, December 20, and Wednesday, December 21, both at 8 pm at Carnegie Hall, Musica Sacra performs Handel's masterpiece once again with music director Kent Tritle conducting the luminous Musica Sacra Chorus and Orchestra and vocal soloists Leslie Fagan, soprano, Sasha Cooke, mezzo-soprano, Kevin Deas, bass, and Cullen Gandy, tenor, in his Carnegie Hall debut.

Chicago Shakespeare Theater (CST) announced today the casting for its 10th annual concert collaboration with The Chicago Chamber Musicians (CCM), Witches, Wizards, Spells and Elves: The Magic of Shakespeare, introducing families and children to the joys of live performance-through music performed by CCM ensemble members, and through the plays of Shakespeare brought to life by CST actors.

For over 45 years, Musica Sacra has delighted audiences with its annual performances of Handel's Messiah. On Tuesday, December 20, and Wednesday, December 21, both at 8 pm at Carnegie Hall, Musica Sacra performs Handel's masterpiece once again with music director Kent Tritle conducting the luminous Musica Sacra Chorus and Orchestra and vocal soloists Leslie Fagan, soprano, Sasha Cooke, mezzo-soprano, Kevin Deas, bass, and Cullen Gandy, tenor, in his Carnegie Hall debut.

Stop The Presses - so The Dorics can sit on them! In a follow-up to MUSE/IQUE's inspiring inaugural concert, the members of The Dorics will take their seats on printing machines and stacks of paper in the legendary environs of Pasadena's Castle Press.

Stop The Presses - so The Dorics can sit on them! In a follow-up to MUSE/IQUE's inspiring inaugural concert, the members of The Dorics will take their seats on printing machines and stacks of paper in the legendary environs of Pasadena's Castle Press.

Wolf Trap Features International Rock Stars INXS with Berlin; Incendiary Classic Rock during An Evening with Steve Miller Band; and Six Performances of the Tony Award-winning Guys and Dolls

Wolf Trap Features International Rock Stars INXS with Berlin; Incendiary Classic Rock during An Evening with Steve Miller Band; and Six Performances of the Tony Award-winning Guys and Dolls

Continuing a proud history of commissioning and performing new music, Music Director Kent Tritle leads the renowned Musica Sacra Chorus in Messages to Myself, a program of new works for a cappella chorus on Friday May 13, 2011 (8pm) at Alice Tully Hall, Lincoln Center.

Continuing a proud history of commissioning and performing new music, Music Director Kent Tritle leads the renowned Musica Sacra Chorus in Messages to Myself, a program of new works for a cappella chorus on Friday May 13, 2011 (8pm) at Alice Tully Hall, Lincoln Center.

Kean University, Union County's leading institution of higher education and emergent regional cultural center will present an eclectic assortment of musical performances throughout the month of April. An orchestral concert, a string recital, performances of works by noted Russian and Brazilian composers, new age piano and chamber music are all featured in the state of the art facilities on the university campuses.

Kean University, Union County's leading institution of higher education and emergent regional cultural center will present an eclectic assortment of musical performances throughout the month of April. An orchestral concert, a string recital, performances of works by noted Russian and Brazilian composers, new age piano and chamber music are all featured in the state of the art facilities on the university campuses.

Kean University, Union County's leading institution of higher education and emergent regional cultural center will present an eclectic assortment of musical performances throughout the month of April. An orchestral concert, a string recital, performances of works by noted Russian and Brazilian composers, new age piano and chamber music are all featured in the state of the art facilities on the university campuses.

On Wednesday February 23, 2011 at 8 p.m. in Carnegie Hall's Isaac Stern Auditorium, Musica Sacra-heralded by the New York Daily News as "easily the best chorus in this city, if not in the country"- performs Handel's extraordinary biblical oratorio, Israel in Egypt.

On Wednesday February 23, 2011 at 8 p.m. in Carnegie Hall's Isaac Stern Auditorium, Musica Sacra-heralded by the New York Daily News as "easily the best chorus in this city, if not in the country"- performs Handel's extraordinary biblical oratorio, Israel in Egypt.

For over 45 years, Musica Sacra has delighted audiences with its annual performances of Handel's Messiah.