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Paul Moravec, recipient of the 2004 Pulitzer Prize in Music, has composed over 200 orchestral, chamber, lyric, choral and operatic works. Frequently commissioned by notable ensembles and music institutions, Mr. Moravec's next premiere is A Nation of Others, an oratorio about Ellis Island to a libretto by Mark Campbell for Oratorio Society of New York at Carnegie Hall in November. Other recent premieres include The Shining for Minnesota Opera, and Sanctuary Road for North Carolina Opera.
A graduate of Harvard and Columbia universities, he holds the distinguished rank of University Professor at Adelphi University, and has served as Artist-in-Residence at the Institute for Advanced Study in Princeton as well as Composer-in-Residence at the American Academy in Rome. His website is www.paulmoravec.com and his works are published by www.subitomusic.com.

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NEW YORK FESTIVAL OF SONG Reveals 2025-26 Programming
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 26, 2025

New York Festival of Song (NYFOS), led by Artistic Director Steven Blier, has announced its 2025-26 season of performances, including four Mainstage Series programs at Merkin Hall, co-presented with Kaufman Music Center. The season also includes the ​​NYFOS Next Festival at The Theater at 150 W 17 and NYFOS's annual residency at The Juilliard School.
The Oratorio Society Of New York's 2025/26 Season Reflects on New York City's Musical Life
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 18, 2025

The Oratorio Society of New York has announced its 2025–26 season—an ambitious and stirring lineup that bridges centuries of musical thought and tradition.
Palm Beach Symphony Unveils 2025-2026 Season Featuring Gershwin, Rachmaninoff and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 18, 2025

Palm Beach Symphony has revealed the 2025-2026 Masterworks Concert Series led by Music Director Gerard Schwarz. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets!
New York Polyphony Releases New Album 'Sky Of My Heart' On BIS Records
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 13, 2025

GRAMMY Award-nominated vocal ensemble New York Polyphony today releases its tenth commercial album, Sky of my Heart, on BIS Records. Now approaching its 20th anniversary season in 2025-2026, the ensemble revisits key works from its history in this album, incorporating New York Polyphony commissions and collaborations along with revered works from the Early Music repertoire.
Cast Set for A NIGHT OF MELLON COLLIE AND INFINITE SADNESS at Lyric Opera
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 20, 2025

A Night of Mellon Collie and Infinite Sadness, will be presented on stage at Lyric Opera of Chicago for seven performances only.
IN BETWEEN LINES Bridgehampton Chamber Music Festival 2025 In July
by A.A. Cristi - May 20, 2025

The theme of Bridgehampton Chamber Music Festival 2025, the 42nd season of Long Island's longest-running classical music festival, is “In Between Lines: A summer of music inspired by literature.” Eleven concerts, from July 19 to August 17, feature works from Baroque to contemporary sparked by poetry and language, performed by some of the best chamber musicians in the world.
Review: World Premiere of Moravec-Campbell ALL SHALL RISE At OSNY under Tritle at Carnegie Hall
by Richard Sasanow - May 8, 2025

By definition, the historical view of the oratorio is that it’s typically religious in nature, performed unstaged and without costumes or scenery. Going by that description, The Oratorio Society of New York’s (OSNY) program at Carnegie Hall this week—a combination of contemporary and classical works--under conductor Kent Tritle, broke some rules in both parts of its stirring, gorgeously sung and played program.
Preview: World Premiere of Moravec-Campbell ALL SHALL RISE at Carnegie, May 5 by Oratorio Society
by Richard Sasanow - Apr 28, 2025

The Oratorio Society of New York (OSNY) under Maestro Kent Tritle brings the world premiere performance of ALL SHALL RISE, by composer Paul Moravec and librettist Mark Campbell, to Carnegie Hall on May 5. It concludes their American Voices trilogy of choral works—this one about the history of voting rights in the US.
HARVEY MILK REIMAGINED To Have West Coast Debut At Opera Parallèle
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 18, 2025

Opera Parallèle will present the West Coast debut of Harvey Milk Reimagined, a bold and timely refreshed version of the groundbreaking opera originally composed by Stewart Wallace and librettist Michael Korie.
Vocal Ensemble New York Polyphony to Release New Album 'Sky Of My Heart'
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 10, 2025

On Friday, June 13, 2025, vocal ensemble New York Polyphony will release its tenth commercial album, Sky of My Heart. The ensemble incorporates New York Polyphony commissions and collaborations along with revered works from the Early Music repertoire into the record.
Oratorio's Lyndon Woodside Oratorio-Solo Competition Unveils Winners
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 7, 2025

The Oratorio Society of New York, led by Music Director Kent Tritle, has announced the winners of its 48th Lyndon Woodside Oratorio-Solo Competition Finals Concert held at Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall on Saturday, April 5, 2025, at 1:30 pm.
Mezzo-Soprano Raehann Bryce-Davis Announces Debut Album Evolution
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 29, 2025

Internationally acclaimed opera singer, mezzo-soprano Raehann Bryce-Davis, is set to release her highly anticipated debut album Evolution, via Lexicon Classics, on April 11, 2025.
Oratorio Society Of New York Concludes 24-25 Season With World Premiere Of ALL SHALL RISE
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 19, 2025

The renowned Oratorio Society of New York (OSNY), led by Music Director Kent Tritle, concludes its 2024-2025 season with the world premiere of Paul Moravec and Mark Campbell’s All Shall Rise, as well as Mendelssohn’s Lobgesang on Monday, May 5, 2025 at 7:00 pm at Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage at Carnegie Hall.
THE SHINING and More Set for Straz Center's Opera Tampa 25/26 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 7, 2025

Straz Center’s Opera Tampa has revealed its 30th anniversary season featuring the work of Benjamin Britten, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and Giuseppe Verdi, plus more.
New York Festival of Song To Present BEGINNER'S LUCK " THE ARTIST'S JOURNEY at Kaufman Music Center
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 12, 2025

New York Festival of Song (NYFOS), led by Artistic Director Steven Blier, highlights the talents of Caramoor's 2025 Schwab Vocal Rising Stars program in Beginner's Luck: The Artist's Journey on Thursday, March 20, 2025 at 8:00 p.m. at Merkin Hall at Kaufman Music Center.
Bridgehampton Chamber Music Unveils BCM Spring Series: Danish String Quartet And More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 29, 2025

BCM Spring, Bridgehampton Chamber Music's spring series, will welcome the season of renewal in 2025 with three lively Saturday evening programs featuring some of the best chamber musicians performing today.
New York Festival Of Song Presents LE TOUR DE FRANCE In February
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 29, 2025

New York Festival of Song will kick off its first concert of the new year with Le tour de France on Wednesday, February 26, 2025 at 8:00 p.m. at Merkin Hall at Kaufman Music Center. 
New York Festival Of Song to Present 15th Annual A GOYISHE CHRISTMAS TO YOU!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 18, 2024

Experience the 15th annual A GOYISHE CHRISTMAS TO YOU! by the New York Festival of Song at Congregation Beth Simchat Torah, featuring Yuletide songs by Jewish composers. Learn how to attend.
THE ANONYMOUS LOVER Comes to the Philadelphia Opera
by Stephi Wild - Nov 13, 2024

Opera Philadelphia will return to the historic Academy of Music in January with the company premiere of The Anonymous Lover, a 1780 opera by Joseph Bologne.
Visconti Arts Signs New Talent, Damien Geter and the Darshan Trio
by Stephi Wild - Nov 4, 2024

Visconti Arts has announced the signing of composer, conductor and bass-baritone Damien Geter as well as the Darshan Trio, comprised of pianist Dominic Cheli, violinist Vijay Gupta and cellist Yoshika Masuda.

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