LA Master Chorale's Messiah Sing-Along Set for Tonight
by BWW News Desk - December 16, 2015
The Los Angeles Master Chorale's 35th Annual 'Messiah Sing-Along,' a beloved and time-honored tradition, brings together family, friends and the community to perform Handel's masterpiece tonight, December 16, 2015, 8 pm, at Walt Disney Concert Hall.
by BWW News Desk - December 16, 2015
The Los Angeles Master Chorale's 35th Annual 'Messiah Sing-Along,' a beloved and time-honored tradition, brings together family, friends and the community to perform Handel's masterpiece tonight, December 16, 2015, 8 pm, at Walt Disney Concert Hall.
Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra Names Christian Schörnich New Chief Operating Officer
by BWW News Desk - December 15, 2015
PITTSBURGH – Following a national search, the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra has named Christian Schörnich as its new Chief Operating Officer effective January 1, 2016. Schörnich, with more than 15 years of experience in international leadership and management in both for profit and non-profit enterprises, comes to the Pittsburgh Symphony from the United Nations, where he has worked since 2005 in multiple roles. Most recently, he served as Senior Consultant in the Department of Economic and Social Affairs.
by BWW News Desk - December 15, 2015
PITTSBURGH – Following a national search, the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra has named Christian Schörnich as its new Chief Operating Officer effective January 1, 2016. Schörnich, with more than 15 years of experience in international leadership and management in both for profit and non-profit enterprises, comes to the Pittsburgh Symphony from the United Nations, where he has worked since 2005 in multiple roles. Most recently, he served as Senior Consultant in the Department of Economic and Social Affairs.
Richmond Symphony Performs Concert for Viennese New Year, 1/9/16
by BWW News Desk - December 15, 2015
December 15, 2015 – Richmond, Virginia Join the Richmond Symphony, Music Director Steven Smith, and members from the Virginia Opera Herndon Foundation Emerging Artists Program for a special concert in the style of a Viennese New Year on Saturday, January 9 at 8pm and Sunday, January 10 at 3pm. A New Year in Vienna is a celebration filled with selected works including waltzes, polkas, and arias by Johann Strauss Jr., Franz Lehár, and Richard Strauss. This concert is part of the Altria Masterworks series and will be held at Richmond CenterStage's Carpenter Theatre.
by BWW News Desk - December 15, 2015
December 15, 2015 – Richmond, Virginia Join the Richmond Symphony, Music Director Steven Smith, and members from the Virginia Opera Herndon Foundation Emerging Artists Program for a special concert in the style of a Viennese New Year on Saturday, January 9 at 8pm and Sunday, January 10 at 3pm. A New Year in Vienna is a celebration filled with selected works including waltzes, polkas, and arias by Johann Strauss Jr., Franz Lehár, and Richard Strauss. This concert is part of the Altria Masterworks series and will be held at Richmond CenterStage's Carpenter Theatre.
BWW Review: GRADUATE SINGERS – NATIVITY Points The Way Towards Christmas
by Barry Lenny - December 15, 2015
Sixty singers under the direction of Karl Geiger, made a suitably strong and joyful noise in Nativity.
by Barry Lenny - December 15, 2015
Sixty singers under the direction of Karl Geiger, made a suitably strong and joyful noise in Nativity.
BMOP to Kick Off the New Year with Six Reimagined Brandenburg Concertos, 1/22/16
by BWW News Desk - December 15, 2015
Boston, MA — Having just accepted the 2016 Musical America Ensemble of the Year award, the Boston Modern Orchestra Project (BMOP) continues its 20th anniversary season with a one-night-only concert celebrating Bach's Brandenburg Concertos. BMOP will perform the “New Brandenburgs,” six works commissioned as companion pieces to Bach's six original Brandenburg Concertos as a result of a four-year project by the Orpheus Chamber Orchestra. The program includes the Boston premieres of Brandenburg Gate (inspired by Brandenburg No. 2) by Paul Moravec, Muse (inspired by Brandenburg No. 3) by Christopher Theofanidis, Little Moonhead (inspired by Brandenburg No. 4) by Melinda Wagner, Sea Orpheus (inspired by Brandenburg No. 5) by Peter Maxwell Davies, and Concerto with Echoes (inspired by Brandenburg No. 6) by Aaron Jay Kernis, as well as a performance of A Brandenburg Autumn (inspired by Brandenburg No. 1) by Stephen Hartke.
by BWW News Desk - December 15, 2015
Boston, MA — Having just accepted the 2016 Musical America Ensemble of the Year award, the Boston Modern Orchestra Project (BMOP) continues its 20th anniversary season with a one-night-only concert celebrating Bach's Brandenburg Concertos. BMOP will perform the “New Brandenburgs,” six works commissioned as companion pieces to Bach's six original Brandenburg Concertos as a result of a four-year project by the Orpheus Chamber Orchestra. The program includes the Boston premieres of Brandenburg Gate (inspired by Brandenburg No. 2) by Paul Moravec, Muse (inspired by Brandenburg No. 3) by Christopher Theofanidis, Little Moonhead (inspired by Brandenburg No. 4) by Melinda Wagner, Sea Orpheus (inspired by Brandenburg No. 5) by Peter Maxwell Davies, and Concerto with Echoes (inspired by Brandenburg No. 6) by Aaron Jay Kernis, as well as a performance of A Brandenburg Autumn (inspired by Brandenburg No. 1) by Stephen Hartke.
BSO Cancels Performance of A GOSPEL CHRISTMAS WITH
THE MSU CHOIR, 12/17
by BWW News Desk - December 15, 2015
Please note that the Thursday, December 17 performance of “A Gospel Christmas with the Morgan State University Choir” has been cancelled. Ticket holders to the December 17 event will be automatically seated in the December 18th performance or can call the BSO Ticket Office for additional options.
by BWW News Desk - December 15, 2015
Please note that the Thursday, December 17 performance of “A Gospel Christmas with the Morgan State University Choir” has been cancelled. Ticket holders to the December 17 event will be automatically seated in the December 18th performance or can call the BSO Ticket Office for additional options.
Hartt School Trombone Ensemble Hosts Fourth Annual Holiday Benefit Concert Tonight
by BWW News Desk - December 15, 2015
The Hartt School Trombone Ensemble will present its Fourth Annual Holiday Concert to benefit The Hartt School Community Division's (HCD) Fund for Access tonight, December 15, 2015 at 6 p.m. at the Bliss Music Room located at the University of Hartford's Fuller Music Center.
by BWW News Desk - December 15, 2015
The Hartt School Trombone Ensemble will present its Fourth Annual Holiday Concert to benefit The Hartt School Community Division's (HCD) Fund for Access tonight, December 15, 2015 at 6 p.m. at the Bliss Music Room located at the University of Hartford's Fuller Music Center.
Carnegie Hall Notables Presents yMusic Tonight
by BWW News Desk - December 15, 2015
Tonight, December 15 at 7:30 p.m., the Carnegie Hall Notables-a membership and ticket program for music enthusiasts in their 20s and 30s-presents yMusic in an exclusive concert in Zankel Hall for Notables members only featuring the acclaimed multi-instrumentalists (string trio, flute, clarinet, and trumpet) with special guest The Tallest Man on Earth.
by BWW News Desk - December 15, 2015
Tonight, December 15 at 7:30 p.m., the Carnegie Hall Notables-a membership and ticket program for music enthusiasts in their 20s and 30s-presents yMusic in an exclusive concert in Zankel Hall for Notables members only featuring the acclaimed multi-instrumentalists (string trio, flute, clarinet, and trumpet) with special guest The Tallest Man on Earth.
Baltimore Symphony Cancels One Performance of 'A GOSPEL CHRISTMAS'
by BWW News Desk - December 14, 2015
The Thursday, December 17 performance of 'A Gospel Christmas with the Morgan State University Choir' has been cancelled. Ticket holders to the December 17 event will be automatically seated in the December 18th performance or can call the BSO Ticket Office for additional options.
by BWW News Desk - December 14, 2015
The Thursday, December 17 performance of 'A Gospel Christmas with the Morgan State University Choir' has been cancelled. Ticket holders to the December 17 event will be automatically seated in the December 18th performance or can call the BSO Ticket Office for additional options.
LA Chamber Orchestra Welcomes Violinist Simone Porter in Concert This Weekend
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2015
Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra (LACO) announces violinist Simone Porter is replacing Stefan Jackiw, who withdrew from the December 12-13 performances due to the flu. Porter, a 19-year-old 'virtuosic' violinist (The Times, London) and recipient of a 2015 Avery Fisher Career Grant, made her professional debut with the Seattle Symphony at age 10 and has appeared with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra the New York Philharmonic, the Philadelphia Orchestra and the Los Angeles Philharmonic, among other orchestras. Jackiw expressed that he withdraws 'with much regret.'
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2015
Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra (LACO) announces violinist Simone Porter is replacing Stefan Jackiw, who withdrew from the December 12-13 performances due to the flu. Porter, a 19-year-old 'virtuosic' violinist (The Times, London) and recipient of a 2015 Avery Fisher Career Grant, made her professional debut with the Seattle Symphony at age 10 and has appeared with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra the New York Philharmonic, the Philadelphia Orchestra and the Los Angeles Philharmonic, among other orchestras. Jackiw expressed that he withdraws 'with much regret.'
NY Phil Launches New Season of Young People's Concerts Today
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2015
The 93rd season of the New York Philharmonic Young People's Concerts (YPCs) will begin today, December 12, 2015, at 2:00 p.m. with the program 'Fables and Folktales,' the first in this season's series, Once Upon a Time, exploring music inspired by stories, poems, and legends.
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2015
The 93rd season of the New York Philharmonic Young People's Concerts (YPCs) will begin today, December 12, 2015, at 2:00 p.m. with the program 'Fables and Folktales,' the first in this season's series, Once Upon a Time, exploring music inspired by stories, poems, and legends.
Eileen Ivers Brings Violin Wizardry to The Eccles Center in Tonight's Christmas Concert
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2015
'The Jimi Hendrix of the violin' (The New York Times), Eileen Ivers wields her fiery bow with breath-taking -- and foot-stomping -- wizardry, tonight, December 12 at The Eccles Center.
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2015
'The Jimi Hendrix of the violin' (The New York Times), Eileen Ivers wields her fiery bow with breath-taking -- and foot-stomping -- wizardry, tonight, December 12 at The Eccles Center.
San Diego Gay Men's Chorus Brings Holiday Show to Balboa Theatre This Weekend
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2015
The award-winning San Diego Gay Men's Chorus presents the holly jolliest holiday show of the season, Jingle, this weekend, Dec. 12 and 13 at the festive Balboa Theatre. Now in its 30th year, the wintery and wonderful spectacular is one of San Diego's favorite holiday traditions.
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2015
The award-winning San Diego Gay Men's Chorus presents the holly jolliest holiday show of the season, Jingle, this weekend, Dec. 12 and 13 at the festive Balboa Theatre. Now in its 30th year, the wintery and wonderful spectacular is one of San Diego's favorite holiday traditions.
A2SO to Present Holiday Pops Concert, Today
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2015
Start your weekend with a festive mix of orchestra and voice, classical and pops at this annual A2SO tradition. It is the perfect way to welcome in this holiday season. Bring your family and friends for an evening of good music-making with some of our area's most beloved choruses including the Boychoir of Ann Arbor, Ann Arbor Youth Chorale, Skyline High School Choruses, Greenhills Choir and the men of Measure for Measure. It will be ear-to-ear grinning merriment concluding by a surround of singers harmonizing Let There be Peace on Earth. Special Guests: Ann Arbor Youth Chorale Boychoir of Ann Arbor Greenhills Choir Measure for Measure Skyline High School Choruses
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2015
Start your weekend with a festive mix of orchestra and voice, classical and pops at this annual A2SO tradition. It is the perfect way to welcome in this holiday season. Bring your family and friends for an evening of good music-making with some of our area's most beloved choruses including the Boychoir of Ann Arbor, Ann Arbor Youth Chorale, Skyline High School Choruses, Greenhills Choir and the men of Measure for Measure. It will be ear-to-ear grinning merriment concluding by a surround of singers harmonizing Let There be Peace on Earth. Special Guests: Ann Arbor Youth Chorale Boychoir of Ann Arbor Greenhills Choir Measure for Measure Skyline High School Choruses
The San Francisco Early Music Society to Welcome Magnificat Baroque Ensemble, Today
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2015
The San Francisco Early Music Society is pleased to present its annual holiday concert the weekend of December 11 with a return engagement byMagnificat Baroque Ensemble. Under the direction of Warren Stewart for over 20 years, Magnificat has recreated historical liturgies, performing great works from Monteverdi's Vespers to Charpentier's Midnight Mass in their intended musical context.
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2015
The San Francisco Early Music Society is pleased to present its annual holiday concert the weekend of December 11 with a return engagement byMagnificat Baroque Ensemble. Under the direction of Warren Stewart for over 20 years, Magnificat has recreated historical liturgies, performing great works from Monteverdi's Vespers to Charpentier's Midnight Mass in their intended musical context.
New Amsterdam Singers to Present 'THE MASS, THE DANCE, THE FEAST' at Immanuel Lutheran Church, 12/11 & 13
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2015
The New Amsterdam Singers, led by Music Director Clara Longstreth, will present a program titled The Mass, The Dance, The Feast: Celebrations from Bach to Britten, Today, December 11, 2015 at 8:00 p.m., and Sunday, December 13, 2015, at 4:00 p.m. at Immanuel Lutheran Church, 122 East 88th Street.
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2015
The New Amsterdam Singers, led by Music Director Clara Longstreth, will present a program titled The Mass, The Dance, The Feast: Celebrations from Bach to Britten, Today, December 11, 2015 at 8:00 p.m., and Sunday, December 13, 2015, at 4:00 p.m. at Immanuel Lutheran Church, 122 East 88th Street.
Colorado Springs Chorale o Host DECK THE HALL Concert, Today
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2015
Following a very exciting and successful transition year, the Colorado Springs Chorale has already launched their 59th season with a performance at the Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service and a reception welcoming Deborah Jenkins Teske to the podium as Music Director and Conductor. Four additional performances are planned before the end of the year, along with two spring outings as the organization prepares to celebrate their 60th Anniversary during the 2016 – 17 season.
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2015
Following a very exciting and successful transition year, the Colorado Springs Chorale has already launched their 59th season with a performance at the Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service and a reception welcoming Deborah Jenkins Teske to the podium as Music Director and Conductor. Four additional performances are planned before the end of the year, along with two spring outings as the organization prepares to celebrate their 60th Anniversary during the 2016 – 17 season.
Detroit Symphony Orchestra Celebrates Third Consecutive Surplus and More
by BWW News Desk - December 10, 2015
Phillip Wm. Fisher, Detroit Symphony Orchestra (DSO) Board Chairman since December 2012, closed the 2015 Detroit Symphony Orchestra (DSO) Annual Meeting of the Governing Members today as his last official order of business as Chairman. Mark Davidoff, Michigan Managing Partner at Deloitte LLP, was elected DSO Chairman by the Board of Directors during their meeting following the Governing Members' proceedings.
by BWW News Desk - December 10, 2015
Phillip Wm. Fisher, Detroit Symphony Orchestra (DSO) Board Chairman since December 2012, closed the 2015 Detroit Symphony Orchestra (DSO) Annual Meeting of the Governing Members today as his last official order of business as Chairman. Mark Davidoff, Michigan Managing Partner at Deloitte LLP, was elected DSO Chairman by the Board of Directors during their meeting following the Governing Members' proceedings.
Oakland Symphony to Present NOTES FROM VIETNAM, 2/12/16
by BWW News Desk - December 10, 2015
Oakland, CA, December 10, 2015—Music Director Michael Morgan and the Oakland Symphony continue their annual exploration of world orchestral music traditions this season with Notes from Vietnam, Friday, February 12, 2016, at 8 pm at the Paramount Theatre. Featured will be Emmy Award-winning composer performer Vân-Ánh Võ, who will give the world premiere of her Lullaby for a Country, performing on the ?àn tranh (Vietnamese zither), ?àn B?u (monochord), and vocals. In addition, TV and Broadway star and filmmaker Michael Urie (Ugly Betty, Modern Family) will narrate Britten's Young Person's Guide to the Orchestra. Completing the program will be Dvo?ák's Carnival Overture. The Symphony's Notes from . . . series has become a popular mainstay of the Bay Area music scene and annually explores symphonic music both new and traditional from cultures that may be less well known to audiences. Past Notes from . . . programs have focused on music from Mexico, Persia, the Philippines, China and the Middle East, among others. Free lobby entertainment, no-host drinks and pre-concert talk begin at 7 pm. And the concert is sponsored in part by California Waste Solutions. Tickets are priced $20-$75 and may be purchased at www.OaklandSymphony.org.
by BWW News Desk - December 10, 2015
Oakland, CA, December 10, 2015—Music Director Michael Morgan and the Oakland Symphony continue their annual exploration of world orchestral music traditions this season with Notes from Vietnam, Friday, February 12, 2016, at 8 pm at the Paramount Theatre. Featured will be Emmy Award-winning composer performer Vân-Ánh Võ, who will give the world premiere of her Lullaby for a Country, performing on the ?àn tranh (Vietnamese zither), ?àn B?u (monochord), and vocals. In addition, TV and Broadway star and filmmaker Michael Urie (Ugly Betty, Modern Family) will narrate Britten's Young Person's Guide to the Orchestra. Completing the program will be Dvo?ák's Carnival Overture. The Symphony's Notes from . . . series has become a popular mainstay of the Bay Area music scene and annually explores symphonic music both new and traditional from cultures that may be less well known to audiences. Past Notes from . . . programs have focused on music from Mexico, Persia, the Philippines, China and the Middle East, among others. Free lobby entertainment, no-host drinks and pre-concert talk begin at 7 pm. And the concert is sponsored in part by California Waste Solutions. Tickets are priced $20-$75 and may be purchased at www.OaklandSymphony.org.
Pacific Chorale to Bring Holiday Concerts to Segerstrom Center, 12/20-21
by BWW News Desk - December 10, 2015
Pacific Chorale, the resident choir of Segerstrom Center for the Arts, will be presenting its family holiday extravaganza, 'Tis the Season!' on Sunday, December 20 and Monday, December 21 at the Renee and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall at Segerstrom Center for the Arts.
by BWW News Desk - December 10, 2015
Pacific Chorale, the resident choir of Segerstrom Center for the Arts, will be presenting its family holiday extravaganza, 'Tis the Season!' on Sunday, December 20 and Monday, December 21 at the Renee and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall at Segerstrom Center for the Arts.
VERY MERRY POPS, HANDEL'S MESSIAH and More Set for Houston Symphony During the Holidays
by BWW News Desk - December 10, 2015
The musicians of the Houston Symphony are spreading holiday cheer during this most wonderful -- and busy -- time of year. POPS, family and classical concerts will transpire on the Jones Hall stage in the name of holiday celebration from tonight, December 10-20, including the annual traditions Very Merry Pops and Handel's Messiah, as well as A Free Holiday Concert and a special presentation of A Frosty & Frozen Christmas for the little ones.
by BWW News Desk - December 10, 2015
The musicians of the Houston Symphony are spreading holiday cheer during this most wonderful -- and busy -- time of year. POPS, family and classical concerts will transpire on the Jones Hall stage in the name of holiday celebration from tonight, December 10-20, including the annual traditions Very Merry Pops and Handel's Messiah, as well as A Free Holiday Concert and a special presentation of A Frosty & Frozen Christmas for the little ones.
Mirga Grazinyte-Tyla Leads Hilary Hahn and the LA Phil at Walt Disney Concert Hall This Weekend
by BWW News Desk - December 10, 2015
The Los Angeles Philharmonic's dynamic Assistant Conductor Mirga Grazinyte-Tyla shares her passion for Weinberg's ballet music from 1955 and Tchaikovsky's Fourth Symphony as she leads the LA Phil in three performances, tonight through Saturday, December 10 through 12, at 8 pm. Violinist Hilary Hahn performs Vieuxtemps' Concerto No. 4, a piece that has been part of her repertoire since she was 10 years old and that she recorded earlier this year.
by BWW News Desk - December 10, 2015
The Los Angeles Philharmonic's dynamic Assistant Conductor Mirga Grazinyte-Tyla shares her passion for Weinberg's ballet music from 1955 and Tchaikovsky's Fourth Symphony as she leads the LA Phil in three performances, tonight through Saturday, December 10 through 12, at 8 pm. Violinist Hilary Hahn performs Vieuxtemps' Concerto No. 4, a piece that has been part of her repertoire since she was 10 years old and that she recorded earlier this year.
Houston Symphony Gives Back With Free Concert Today
by BWW News Desk - December 10, 2015
The Houston Symphony will give the gift of music to Houston families this holiday season with a FREE community concert today, December 10, at The Church Without Walls.
by BWW News Desk - December 10, 2015
The Houston Symphony will give the gift of music to Houston families this holiday season with a FREE community concert today, December 10, at The Church Without Walls.
Houston Symphony Celebrates the Holidays in Free Concert at Church Without Walls Tonight
by BWW News Desk - December 10, 2015
The Houston Symphony will give the gift of music to Houston families this holiday season with a FREE community concert tonight, December 10, at The Church Without Walls.
by BWW News Desk - December 10, 2015
The Houston Symphony will give the gift of music to Houston families this holiday season with a FREE community concert tonight, December 10, at The Church Without Walls.
Buffalo Philharmonic Releases Two Discs Just in Time for Holiday Season
by BWW News Desk - December 09, 2015
BUFFALO, NY - The Buffalo Philharmonic's newest discs highlight two of the orchestra's most important endeavors: its outreach to children, and its commitment to advancing young classical guitarists.
by BWW News Desk - December 09, 2015
BUFFALO, NY - The Buffalo Philharmonic's newest discs highlight two of the orchestra's most important endeavors: its outreach to children, and its commitment to advancing young classical guitarists.
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