Classical Spotlight

Opera Gala Premieres World Class Singers At The Majestic

John Clare — Tue, 21 May 2013 16:56:17 +0000

Chichester And Fern Hill On Horizon For Choral Society

John Clare — Fri, 17 May 2013 20:08:28 +0000

"Beyond the Horizon" is the season finale for the San Antonio Choral Society. The concert this Sunday afternoon at 3pm will be led by Jennifer Seighman.

Seighman will lead Chichester Psalms by Leonard Bernstein, as well as music by living composers like John Corigliano. "I've based the program on poetry," Jennifer states. "What lies behind us, what lies before us, what lies beyond us - are tiny matters compared to what is within us. It comes from a Ralph Waldo Emerson quote."

French Master Shows Romantic Side With Mozart Gem

John Clare — Fri, 17 May 2013 02:43:34 +0000

Two works share the San Antonio Symphony program this weekend with conductor Sebastian Lang Lessing: Shostakovich's Symphony No.8 and Mozart's Piano Concerto No. 22 with soloist Michel Dalberto.

Music Of The Sun Lights Up Carver Center Friday

John Clare — Wed, 15 May 2013 16:14:32 +0000

For over 15 years, Ethel has been on the edge of chamber music - performing with rockers, on soundtracks, at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, and in the Grand Canyon.

Friday evening is a chance to hear the string quartet live and in person, along with Native American flutist Robert Mirabal.

Slatkin On Recording, Revitalization, And Rachmaninoff

John Clare — Mon, 06 May 2013 17:03:30 +0000

This week the Detroit Symphony Orchestra performs two different programs at Carnegie Hall. Leonard Slatkin, their music director, is happy to be part of the Spring For Music festival. "More than any composer I can think of, you span not only his musical growth, but literally the coming of age of American music with these four [Ives] symphonies."

Children's Chorus Celebrates The Magic Within

John Clare — Wed, 01 May 2013 14:15:31 +0000

The Children's Chorus of San Antonio performs their annual Spring Song this Sunday at 3 p.m., with a theme "The Magic Within."

Artistic Director and Founder Marguerite McCormick is excited for the program.

"Rite of Spring" Right On Target With Lux Musicae

John Clare — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 17:30:59 +0000

There is a lot of attention being paid to Igor Stravinsky's "Rite of Spring." The ballet caused a riot at its premiere back in May 1913, and 100 years later is still gathering audiences.

Dynamic Duo Brings Spanish Flair To New Release

John Clare — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 13:52:09 +0000

The latest release from Augustin Hadelich and Pablo Sainz Villegas is hot! "Histoire du Tango" is filled with passion, flair, and a lot of notes - featuring music from Astor Piazzolla, Manuel de Falla, Nicolo Paganini, and Pablo de Sarasate.

'Blue Shades' And More From Composer Ticheli At TLU

John Clare — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 19:47:48 +0000

Friday night marks the return of Frank Ticheli to Texas. He grew up near Dallas playing trumpet, studied composition at SMU and Michigan, and taught at Trinity University for several years.

Currently a USC professor, Ticheli will lead seven of his works with members of the Symphonic Band and Wind Ensemble at Texas Lutheran University.

Final Fiesta Event Is Classical Concert At St. Mark's Episcopal

John Clare — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 16:47:57 +0000

Music from St. Mark’s presents their annual Fiesta celebration this Sunday at 4 p.m. It showcases the music of Francis Poulenc, including the "Concerto for Organ in G minor" and his grand choral symphony "Gloria."

Members of the San Antonio Symphony will augment musicians of the St. Mark’s Choir and featured soloist Joseph Causby.