Remix culture and the concept of authenticity Some would argue that remix culture is nothing new. While the term “remix” refers specifically to recorded music, the concept behind it and the practise of adapting, sampling, borrowing, and re-arranging has been with us for a very long time, from Bach to bebop. As remixes or mashups …
The 2022 Winter season of Midtown Concerts continues with a fabulous line-up of artists. Both in-person in New York City and live streaming to YouTube. 1:15 – 2:00 pm All concerts are free; no tickets or reservations are necessary. In person at The Church of the Transfiguration, 1 E 29th St, New York City Live …
Founded in England, Les Canards Chantants (the singing ducks) is now based in Philadelphia and is known for their elegant vocalism (Philadelphia Inquirer), finely tuned vocals, robust singing and sense of adventure (Broad Street Review). Come experience the acoustical architecture and grand polychoral style of the 1500s in lavish works by Victoria, Lassus, Gabrieli and …
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One of the most recognized and popular works in baroque music, the Brandenburg Concertos encapsulate all of the qualities that affirm Bach’s brilliance as a composer. Creativity, originality, and boldness are on display in these ground-breaking concertos that feature novel combinations of solo instruments and an unprecedented solo cadenza for harpsichord—unheard of at the time. …
Bach and Telemann, a Musical Friendship
Four class sessions Wednesdays: June 1, 8, 15, & 22 5:30-6:45pm EST Open to all instrumentalists and singers. Pitch: A=440. After a year of focused work on 15th century notation topics, this series of Early Notation classes with Annette Bauer will close the current season before the summer break with a 4-week online series featuring …
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The 2022 Winter season of Midtown Concerts continues with a fabulous line-up of artists. Both in-person in New York City and live streaming to YouTube. 1:15 – 2:00 pm All concerts are free; no tickets or reservations are necessary. In person at The Church of the Transfiguration, 1 E 29th St, New York City Live …
Tafelmusik Baroque Orchestra directed by Julia Wedman Tafelmusik Chamber Choir directed by Ivars Taurins R.H. Thomson, narrator Brett Polegato, baritone Created by Christina Mahler and Alison Mackay Barbara Willis Sweete, film director Join Tafelmusik Baroque Orchestra and Chamber Choir for this special tribute concert honouring Music Director Emerita Jeanne Lamon (1949–2021) A deeply personal musical homage to Jeanne Lamon, curated by her …
From dawn to dusk, music reigns among the stars of Persian civilization. The traditional music of Iran, unique to the Orient, is the fruit of a mystical heritage with a fascinating capacity for constant regeneration. For this unique concert, Kayhan Kalhor, an uncontested master of this tradition, joins Kiya Tabassian on a journey through an …
“Women going symphonic” offers the interpretation of a repertoire of romantic music bringing together works composed by women, on Friday June 3, 2022, at the Église de la Nativité of La Prairie, bringing to life the romantic symphonies of Louise Farrenc (France/1804-1875 - Symphony No. 3 in G minor, op. 36) and Alice Mary Smith …
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