In 1539, inexplicably, a book of Latin polyphony from Catholic Milan was published by a Protestant publisher in Strasbourg. This mystery book’s contents, by masters from Gombert and Willaert to more shadowy composers, includes premiere recordings and delightful, standout music.
Hidden Treasures from a Mysterious Motet Book Read More »
Star countertenor Reginald Mobley’s first solo recording is devoted to spirituals and art songs centered on the Harlem Renaissance. He delivers with the purity of a Handelian countertenor and the expressive power of a great gospel singer.
Just ‘Because’ — Reginald Mobley Sings Negro Spirituals Read More »
Benson plans to use the scholarship to explore the intersections between Chickasaw and Choctaw dance and song traditions and the musical styles and genres of European settlers in 18th and 19th century North America.Â
Brandi Berry Benson named 2023 Recipient of Thomas Zajac Memorial Scholarship Read More »
Why is Renaissance choral music mostly absent in U.S. schools? From an emphasis on living composers and ‘vertical’ harmonies to choral directors themselves unfamiliar with the repertoire, there’s a lot to discuss.
A choir director asks the questions and offers possible solutions.
Canto: Toward a Rebirth of Renaissance Choral Repertoire Read More »
The Bay Area’s Cantata Collective, founded by members of the Philharmonia Baroque Orchestra, have scored another Bach hit with their new ‘St. John Passion.’ Led by Nicholas McGegan, beautifully performed and recorded, it gives full measure to the work’s remarkable synthesis of devotional and theatrical elements.
A New ‘St. John Passion’ from Bay Area’s Cantata Collective Read More »
