Shattered Globe Theater has announced the addition of six new ensemble members and six new artistic associates. Ensemble members include Demetra Dee, Tina M. Jach, Tina Muñoz Pandya, Hailey Rakowiecki, Jazzma Pryor and Devonte E. Washington. Artistic associates include Mikey Gray, Lawrence Grimm, Jason Lynch, David Antonio Reed, Adam Schulmerich …
Read More »Students call for severance of UC Davis conductor
Previously, Christian Baldini was temporarily fired without pay after substantiated allegations of sexual harassment towards an undergraduate student By JENNIFER MA — campus@theaggie.org Content Warning: This article contains descriptions of sexual harassment that some readers may find disturbing. In September 2017, a university investigation was conducted and revealed that Christian …
Read More »Tulsa Youth Symphony Orchestra conductor Ron Wheeler looks back on 50-year career | Arts-and-theater
And although the majority of TYSO alumni may not make a living from music, the skills they have learned from being part of such an ensemble, as well as their appreciation for classical music, remain a part. lasting of their life. It is in recognition of Wheeler’s lifelong work in …
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There is something special about learning music. For people who start playing at a young age, music can become a lifelong passion, even a career. But as with so many things, it’s not that simple, even for those with a natural talent. There are barriers to entry, such as cost, …
Read More »Q&A: Mark Dupere, 2021 State Honorary Orchestra conductor – Watch the concert here!
November 2, 2021 Samantha nash Mark Dupere is Assistant Professor of Music at Lawrence University, of which he is the Director. He studied cello at the University of Texas at Austin and continued his studies in baroque cello at the Royal Conservatory in The Hague, The Netherlands. He received his …
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Now consider the lyrics to “Red Solo Cup,” 2011 top 10 country artist Toby Keith, co-written by the Warren Brothers, Nashville songwriters Brett and Brad: “Red solo cup uh huh / I fill you up / Let’s party / Let’s party / I love you, Red solo cup / I …
Read More »“Wonderful Person, Incredible Talent”: Youngstown Symphony Orchestra conductor has passed away
Randall Fleischer was 61 years old and originally from the Canton area by: WKBN Staff Posted: August 20, 2020 / 6:03 PM EDT / Update: August 21, 2020 / 5:57 AM EDT (WKBN) – Randall Craig Fleischer, conductor of the Youngstown Symphony Orchestra, passed away suddenly at his Los Angeles …
Read More »Roz Schnick and Chuck Berendes win the La Crosse Symphony Orchestra conductor competition | Entertainment
What Roz Schnick lacks in musical experience, she more than makes up for in her fundraising prowess, grossing $ 19,000 as the top contender in the Wannabe Symphony Orchestra Conductor Competition. This year’s Lacrosse. “I tried the viola and it was a disaster,” Schnick joked. “I can play on the …
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