Classical Movements, Inc. PAXPAX MUSICAMUSICA 2008 Touring Year • Client Tours Symphony Sells Out Carnegie Hall & the Kennedy Center with ’s “Mass”

This concert celebration was all a part of the Bernstein ‘Mass’ Project: “A Choral Exploration”, February ’08 which included Marin Alsop leading the Baltimore trip was the Symphony Orchestra, Morgan State University spectacular , the Brooklyn Youth Chorus, and Jubilant Carnegie Hall Sykes in the “Mass” at Carnegie Hall. The sold debut for out Carnegie Concert was repeated in the Bronx/ conductor THarlem in the flashyUnited Palace Theater where Marin Alsop 500 inner city kids joined the and the three choruses for the concert. Classical Movements is proud to have made the travel arrangements for the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra and the Morgan State University Choir for this concert tour, as well as the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra February trip. Anthony Tommasini of writes, “There is Baltimore Symphony Orchestra at Carnegie Hall nothing like young performers to refresh older pieces. And the perfor- mance of Bernstein’s ‘Mass’ that Marin Alsop conducted at this palatial 2 participating in the BSO Bernstein former vaudeville house involved hundreds of ‘Mass’ project, the Morgan State University 2nd Baltimore young, inspired and inspiring performers. This was Choir, directed by Eric Conway, is a stellar group Symphony actually the second performance of ‘Mass’ in two from a nationally ranked university who will Orchestra days. As the major event in its contribution to the be participating in the Ihlombe! South African tour in 2008 citywide celebration of the 90th anniversary of Bern- Choral Festival in 2009. The excellent Brooklyn with Classical stein’s birth, Carnegie Hall sponsored the Bernstein Youth Chorus also made an Austria tour with Movements ‘Mass’ Project.” Classical Movements in Summer of 2008. 

The Atlanta Symphony Orchestra and Chorus Tours Berlin and NYC Atlanta Symphony Orchestra and Chorus Performs with the Berlin Philharmonic and at Carnegie Hall

It was an April evening at Carnegie Hall. The Atlanta Classical Symphony Orchestra and Chorus was presented in Movements made concert as part of its Great American Orchestras II

the flight, hotel Chris Lee Series. Music Director Robert Spano led the mass and other travel Atlanta Symphony Orchestra at Carnegie Hall arrangements for ensemble in a program comprised entirely of works the 300 person themed upon mysticism, mythology and lore – Sibelius’ Tapiola, the complete ballet score of Ravel’s touring party. I Continued on page 14 Classical Movements, Inc.  www.ClassicalMovements.com 1 The Philadelphia Orchestra Asia Anniversary Tour 35th Anniversary Tour Builds Bridges through Music

Let us take you back to the fall of 1973 when The Philadelphia Orchestra traveled and This was Classical th performed in China, a first by any American Movement’s 9 orchestra. To commemorate the 35th anniver- tour with this great sary of this tour, The Philadelphia Orchestra orchestra. returned to China in May and performed two ties in China. Joining the concerts in Bejing, one in Guangzhou and orchestra for the China Ltwo in Shanghai. These concerts were part of concerts was pianist Lang a three week tour, coordinated by Classical Lang. Led by Christoph Movements, Inc. Eschenbach, the orches- The Philadelphia Orchestra in China A full house greeted The Philadelphia tra’s Music Director since Orchestra at the Cultural Palace of Nationali- 2003, the orchestra performed two works that were played back in 1973: The Yellow River , featuring , and Beethoven’s Sym- phony No. 6 (“Pastoral”). Proceeds of these concerts were donated by the orchestra to the victims of the Sichuan earthquake. Harpist Margarita Montanaro was a part of both Asian tours and commented: “The transformation of China from the 70s to China today is one of the most amazing things the world has ever seen, very hard to believe unless you had seen it yourself back then.” The orchestra performed three concerts at Suntory Hall. The program included Britten’s Violin Concerto and Tchaikovsky’s Violin Concerto, both featuring superstar violinist Midori, Schubert’s Sym- phony in C Major (“Great”), and concluded with two Strauss encores, Pianist Lang Lang and the Philadelphia Orchestra Thunder and Lightning and “Pizzicato” Polka. 

St. Louis Symphony Orchestra and “Genius” Violinist Captivate Chicago Robertson Changes the Norm for Orchestral Concerts In November, the Saint Louis Symphony earned her right Orchestra, led by David Robertson, went to perform this on a runnout tour to Chicago. There they piece when she performed an interesting program at the received the acclaimed Harris Theater. Chicago-based Robertson is known for wanting to MacArthur change the norm of orchestral performances. Foundation For this performance, he assembled a pro- “Genius” grant, Igram of all contemporary composers who have given for unusual written their pieces “outside the realm of the creativity in a Leila Josefowicz David Robertson normal”. The Saint Louis Symphony Orchestra wide range of fields. The MacArthur grant rec- opened with A Prayer Out of Stillness, a piece ognized the 30-year-old violinist’s fierce devo- 7th tour with for electric bass, electric bass guitar and string tion to contemporary music. Classical orchestra, written by the Chicago Symphony Trailing intermission, the orchestra Movements. Orchestra’s jazz influencedComposer in Resi- dove into the first movement ofGlenn Branca’s 3 more tours dence, Mark-Anthony Turnage. Symphony No. 14 The Harmonic Series, being planned. Following the Turnage, was Steven followed by Zappa’s G-Spot Tornado and Mackey’s Beautiful Passing with Leila Jo- Varèse’s Arcana. Glenn Branca’s guitar rocker sefowicz on violin. This haunting piece was Symphony No. 14 was commissioned by written for Mackey’s dying mother. Josefowicz Robertson and the St. Louis Symphony. 

2 Classical Movements, Inc.  www.ClassicalMovements.com London Symphony Orchestra and Invite the Choral Arts Society of for Mahler’s 8th Symphony The Choral Arts Society of Washington, un- textures and almost chamber-like delicacy der the direction of Norman Scribner, received was impressively realised. The combina- a rare and exciting invitation from the London tion of the London Symphony Chorus and Symphony Orchestra and Chorus to perform the Choral Arts Society of Washington ’s Symphony No. 8 (“Sym- proved to be a strong one; the voices were phony of a Thousand”). evenly balanced and produced a full, firm Conducted by Valery Gergiev, the two sound.” (Timothy Ball, Classical Source) T performances at Upon their return, Jeffrey St. Paul’s Cathe- Hart, Director of Artistic - dral both SOLD tions for the Choral Arts Society of Choral Arts Society of Washington OUT! “From Washington stated of Classical Move- and the London Symphony under the Dome, ments, “We continue to receive wonderful Orchestra inside St. Paul’s this was a marvel- feedback on the experience we all worked Cathedral, London ously convincing so hard to create in London this summer. and hugely power- Thank you very much for your hard work, 10th Tour with ful performance, positive attitude and love of music. It was Classical Movements which was both a true pleasure working with you and I stirring and mov- hope we get to do it again in the not too distant future”. ing. The dramatic Congratulations to the Choral Arts Society of Washington having

Choral Arts Society of contrast between received such a prestigious invitation to London by a great orchestra and Washington outside St. Paul’s massive choral- conductor.  Cathedral in London and-orchestral Minnesota Orchestra Wows New York Those who were successful in obtaining a seat in Lincoln Center’s Avery Fisher Hall in New York the afternoon of Sunday, April 13th found themselves to be truly fortunate indeed, as The Minnesota Orchestra under Music Director Osmo Vänskä took the hall, audience and critics by storm with a performance of Sibelius’ The Dryad and a rare presentation of Mahler’s original conception for his Symphony No. 1 in D. The featured work on the program was Schumann’s Piano Concerto in A minor with acclaimed pianist Lars Vogt at the keyboard. The concert was part of Lincoln Center’s Great Performers Series. TThe New York Times declared that The Minnesota Orchestra “sounded

more brightly polished and supercharged than ever,” adding that “the music making Stephanie Berger was extraordinary.” By the full house and thunderous applause, it was evident Osmo Vänskä conducts the Minnesota Orchestra that the New York audience whole-heartedly agreed. Classical Movements has enjoyed an affable, productive and successful working relationship during 6 tours with the Minnesota Or- chestra over the years, and looks ahead to future projects together with eagerness and enthusiasm. And speaking of the future, it does indeed look bright for The Minnesota Orchestra, as Maestro Vänskä has extended his tenure with the Orchestra through 2011. Orchestra and conductor together have

Stephanie Berger generated quite a buzz in the music world as they are now ranked among Minnesota Orchestra at Lincoln Center’s Avery Fisher Hall the top American symphonic ensembles under Maestro Vänskä. 

Classical Movements, Inc.  www.ClassicalMovements.com 3 The Philharmonic Orchestra of the Americas and Alondra de la Parra Mexico Tour and Latin Grammys POA Performs with Gloria Estefan, Kenny G, Carlos Santana and Jose Feliciano at the Latin Grammys

The Philharmonic Orchestra of the Ameri- “With a standing cas, directed by Alondra de la Parra, returned 2nd Tour with Classical Movements from Beyond Borders; another victorious tour in ovation, the including Mexico! public that filled Metro Chaba- The tour started in Houston where the Macedonio cano by Javier Alondra de la Parra and P.O.A. received a most Alcala Hall Álvarez, win- privileged invitation to perform at the Latin to capacity ning piece of Grammys for the Concert and Tribute to P.O.A.’s Sec- acknowledged the Gloria Estefan at the G.R. Brown Conven- T ond Young Philharmonic Orchestra of the quality, devotion tion Center. The orchestra performed with Composers Americas at Sala Nezahualcóyotl and discipline numerous acts, accompanying great performers Competition. that characterize including Patti La Belle, Carlos Santana, José The Philharmonic Orchestra of the Feliciano, Kenny G and Gloria Estefan. the Philharmonic Americas participated in a Side-By-Side concert Following Houston, P.O.A. traveled Orchestra of the with Orquesta Sinfónica Infantil de Neza- south to Mexico City. There, the orchestra Americas” hualcóyotl. The orchestra mixed in with an en- presented a triumphant concert at the Sala Ne- (Fortino Torrentera, thusiastic youth orchestra for a concert after an zahualcóyotl where they performed works El Tiempo) engaging full day workshop and rehearsal. The tour continued with 2 more thriving concerts in Guadalajara at the Teatro Galerias and Oaxaca at the historic Teatro Macedonia Alcalá. Fer- vent audiences were captivated by outstanding performances. The program included Osvaldo Philharmonic Orchestra Golijov 3 songs for Soprano interpreted by cel- of the Americas playing  at the Latin Grammys ebrated Mexican soprano Olivia Gorra.

The Pacific BoyChoir Takes On a 17 Day-8 Concert Tour to This past June and July, the Grammy award win- boys traveled on to San Juan. Once there, they 6th tour with ning Pacific BoyChoir, directed by Kevin Fox, immediately prepared for their concert, which Classical undertook a 17 day-8 concert tour of Argen- was part of a local Music Series. They only Movements tina. The boys visited Victoria, Córdoba, San stayed in San Juan for two days, moving on to Juan, Mendoza, San Luis and Buenos Aires. Mendoza, which is nestled at the foot of the The boys started out their Argentinean mountains and offers a wide range of cinemas, excursion in the city of Victoria. There, they theaters, concert halls, and other cultural activi- explored the perfect combination of beautiful ties. Once there, the Pacific BoyChoir made T landscapes and the architecture of a city that a day trip to Puente del Inca, a full day high dates back from colonial times. They traveled mountain tour enjoying beautiful landscapes of on to Córdoba City which is located in the foothills local villages all on the way to Puente Pacific BoyChoir in geographical center of the country. There, the del Inca, a nature formation that mixes yellow San Juan Pacific BoyChoir visited a local school and per- and red colors in its ruins and hot springs. One formed a joint concert with the school’s choir. day in Mendoza, the boys visited a local school While in Córdoba, the boys took a tour of the and had a concert for the children. The Pacific city, visiting San Martín Square, and marvel- “Pacific Boychoir had never been to BoyChoir had ing at City Hall and the Cathedral. On their Argentina before, and from the plains to the 3 incredible last day in Córdoba, the Pacific BoyChoir was mountains we had excellent venues and wel- concerts in invited to an Argentinean BBQ at a local music coming people everywhere. As always, Classical Buenos Aires and director’s home where they ate delicious food Movements created an unforgettable touring ex- La Plata. and all played soccer and hacky sack. perience for us with the utmost professionalism” Following their stay in Córdoba, the (Kevin Fox, Founding Artistic Director). 

4 Classical Movements, Inc.  www.ClassicalMovements.com South Africa Celebrates ’s Singing Sons Boychoir Florida’s Singing Sons Boychoir, directed by Church in Alexandra Craig Denison, embarked on a concert tour and sang High Mass Contact Classical to South Africa. Performing 7 concerts in at St. George’s Ca- Movements for 14 days, the choir collaborated with numerous thedral, the church your tour to local choirs. of Nobel Peace Prize South Africa Their first concert was an evening joint Winner Bishop Des- performance in Kempton Park with three South mond Tutu. African Youth Choirs. The During their trip, Flor- Fnext morning, they headed off ida’s Singing Sons Boychoir was “Classical for their “Tea and Trumpets” fortunate enough to participate Movements proved to concert with an audience of over in an African Workshop with a be the best decision we made for our 1,000 people. This featured the Conductor of African Music trip to South Africa. boys and also included a Solo at the University of Johannes- Their staff was Violinist and a Youth Orchestra burg and a Music Teacher at efficient, friendly that reaches out to students St. John’s College. Together, Florida’s Singing Sons on the and dependable. Our from underprivileged townships. Voortrekker Monument they learned new African guide - incredible! Later that same day, Florida’s rhythms, songs and beats. This company Singing Sons Boychoir sang with the Drakens- When not performing or rehearsing, provided a broad berg Boys’ Choir at the Linder Auditorium in the boys toured Pretoria, Soweto and the diversity of musical a farewell performance before their international Cape Peninsula, among other places. They engagements tour to Belgium. Florida’s Singing Sons Boy- toured the that provided fine audiences, choir’s final two performances were joint Cradle of high-profile concerts with a Male Choir in the Johannesburg Human- collaborations and area and a top Youth Choir from Cape Town. kind: attractive venues. The boys also had the privilege to be a hundreds With 25 years of part of a church service at a thriving township of caves touring, I have where never experienced Florida’s Singing the oldest such a supportive Sons performing known Workshop at St. John’s College and dependable at Linder human company.” Auditorium skeleton was found. One of the highlights of – Craig Denison, Artis- tic Director, Florida’s the trip was their in safari tour Krugersdorp Singing Sons Boychoir Game Reserve. 

Dallas Symphony Chorus is on “A Boat Dat’s Leavin’ Soon for New York”

The Dallas Symphony Chorus returned to Classical Carnegie Hall to sing selections from Ger- Movements has 17 shwin’s Porgy & Bess with Maestro Andrew years of extensive Litton and the New York Pops. This concert successful experience marks the 9th performance for the Dallas Sym- in planning concert phony Chorus at Carnegie Hall, and the 3rd tours to 135 coun- performance with the New York Pops. tries in 6 continents. TTo prepare for this event, Classical Contact Classical Movements planned a 5 day tour for the 160 Movements today to member chorus. Arrangements for this included get your touring plans a mighty 296 flights and 640 hotel room nights. started!  Dallas Symphony Chorus

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“Thank you so Yale Symphony Orchestra The Smith College Orchestra much for leading The Yale Symphony Orchestra, under the direc- The Smith College Orchestra, directed by Jona- this incredible tion of Toshiyuki Shimada, completed their 2nd than Hirsh, returned from a 9 day, 5 concert tour! Every aspect tour in three years with Classical Movements, Inc. tour to Sicily. The orchestra visited 11 towns, was inspiring The orchestra went on a 10 day, 4 concert tour. including Palermo, Agrigento, Noto, Taormina and heartfelt. I and Catania. The Smith College Orchestra performed enjoyed the mix T a concert at the Palazzo Steri in collaboration of cities and with the University of Palermo Choir. They small towns and held concerts at the Teatro del Mare in Menfi and tourist and local the Auditorium “A Volta” in Montedoro. The attractions. Sicily orchestra’s final two concerts were in collaboration was a great mix with the Coro ad Dei Laudem in Carlentini and of culture and Cappella Musicale del Duomo di Catania. nature – the perfect place to come for music Yale Symphony Orchestra and fun!” The Yale performing itinerary included Jonathan Hirsh appearances and concerts at a Rome Univer- sity and Santo Stefano del Ponte Church in Florence. The Yale Symphony Orchestra had the privilege to be presented by the Alma Mater Smith College Orchestra Studitorum Universita de Bologna, Unibo at their Aula Absidale concert, and by La Fondazi- Lexington Catholic High School Choir one Orchestra Sinfonica e Coro Sinfonico de – & Italy Milano Giuseppe Verdi at their final concert at Against the magnificent backdrop of France and L’Auditorium di Milano. Italy, The Lexington Catholic High School Choir, directed by Adam Beeken and Rob The Shorter Chorale Vanover, enjoyed a 12 day, 5 concert tour. Under current Director Martha Shaw, The Short- A packed house greeted the singers at Rome - Piazza Navona er Chorale put on 5 concerts in 10 days while their many concert venues. The choir gave con- touring Italy. The Shorter Chorale performed at certs in Florence, Rome and Nice, and even at St. many esteemed venues such as St. Mark’s Basilica Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City. in Venice, St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome, churches On their days off, the singers visited in Florence and Verona, and a University in Rome. the Italian Riviera of the Flowers, the Galle- The Shorter Chorale ria dell’Academia where Michelangelo’s David experienced a taste of ev- stands, the erything Italian includ- Sistine Chapel ing St. Mark’s Square and Vatican in Venice, the Vatican, Museums and the Colosseum and the attended the Leaning Tower of Pisa. Papal Audience at St. Peter’s Square at the Vatican. 

The Shorter Chorale Lexington Catholic High School Choir

6 Classical Movements, Inc.  www.ClassicalMovements.com Melodia! South American Music Festival an Absolute Success! 7 Amazing Choirs from Around the World

2008 was a great year for Melodia! Wonder- Choirs from New ful choirs traveled and performed against the Zealand, Canada, fabulous backdrops of and United States, Buenos Aires. The choirs rehearsed and per- Venezuela, formed under the direction of the distinguished Argentina and 2choral conductor Doreen Rao. The choirs joined in 2008. forces with the exceptional Argentinean orchestra Choirs from Camerata Exaudi at the magnificentCatedral South Africa, de La Plata in La Plata, and in Buenos Aires USA, Argentina at a well recognized educational institution to and Brazil in commemorate the 105th anniversary of their 2009. Alumni foundation. Directed by Doreen Rao, the combined choirs with orchestra performed works by Bach, Britten, Ramirez, Nuñez, Piazzolla, the South American premiere of a new version of the Bern- stein Mass and the World premiere of “El Angel” by American composer, Dan- iel Brewbaker, a tango piece commissioned especially for Melodia! 2008 by Choral Music Experience Institute Participating choirs at La Plata Cathedral and Classical Movements. ough music. Another high point of the festival Without a doubt, was the visit to a music school, where festival Participating choirs at one of the most significant choirs attended Brazilian instrument demonstra- the Candelaria Church moments in Brazil was the cultural outreach and tions by young Escola students where they were exchange at the a local Samba School, in which serenaded by the most amazing choir of 6-11 several choirs joined Brazilian students from the Melodia! 2009 year olds. The festival choirs taught Maori and Samba School. Through vibrant singing, danc- Maria Guinand, American pieces from their own repertoire to the Guest Conductor ing, and drumming, young people from different Escola children’s choir. July 22-August 3 continents proudly shared their cultures thor- Audiences highly appreciated and ap- plauded the individual choir’s concerts, in which Melodia! 2010 festival choirs conducted by their own music Doreen Rao, Guest Conductor directors, had the unique opportunity to perform July 21-August 2 at the stunning Candelaria Church in Rio de Janeiro, at the gorgeous Crystal Palace in the Melodia! 2011 royal city of Petropolis and as part of the Winter Francisco J. Núñez, Festival joined by a children’s choir from the Guest Conductor infamous shantytown “City of God”. In Buenos July 20-August 1 Aires, The New Zealand Secondary Students’ Choir, Children’s Chorus of Sussex County, and the Oakville Children’s Choir offered a special concert dedicating their own repertoires to celebrate the Independence of Argentina at Samba School performers the historic Teatro Roma. 

Classical Movements, Inc.  www.ClassicalMovements.com 7 Summer 2009 is the Inaugural Ihlombe! South African Choral Festival A festival like none other with 10 days showcasing America’s artistic excellence alongside South Africa’s great choral traditions.

Classical Movements, in association with The The 6 con- Choral Institute of South Africa – CHORISA, is certs in Cape Town, gearing up for our brand new international mu- the Cape Province and sic festival – the Ihlombe! South African Cho- the Gauteng area have ral Festival. The inaugural Ihlombe Festival, attracted some of the taking place July 8-20, 2009 at dynamic venues leading choirs in South Africa and from USA. in Cape Town, Johannesburg, Pretoria, Soweto From the Opening concert in Soweto’s and Stellenbosch, South Historic Regina Mundi CAfrica, will include at least Church to the landmark Over 1,150 14 choirs, 12 workshops Linder Auditorium, the performers join with renowned choral lead- University of Stellenbosch’s together for ers, 6 concerts - including beautiful Endler hall to individual and joint choral the Town ship concert in the Inaugural performance opportunities, Guguletu, the Ihlombe! Ihlombe! South thrilling choral exchanges, festival is working hard to African Choral 1,150 participants and a reach all kinds of audiences Festival new music commission. in South Africa and bring The premise of the Soweto Gospel Choir varied choirs to them. Ihlombe! festival is to offer In addition to the Mark your South African audiences an opportunity to hear 6 concerts, Classical Movements is arranging calendars: the most diverse and exciting South African and two days of workshops in Cape Town and Jo- 2010 Ihlombe! American choral groups. Each concert will have hannesburg. There will be a total of 10 work- July 28 - August 9 different choirs participating with their own shops by leading choral conductors and these music repertoire and conductors. Each concert will be offered to hundreds of South African 2011 Ihlombe will end with a South African piece learned at choir conductors. June 29 - July 11 workshops and conducted by leading South In keeping with one of the core be- African conductors. liefs of Classical Movements, the 2009 Ihombe Participants include: profits from the • The Grammy Award winning Soweto Gospel Choir - Soweto, SA concerts will be • The landmark Imilonji KaNtu Choral Society - Soweto, SA shared between • The globetrotting Drakensberg Boys’ Choir - Winterton, SA South African • The historic Morgan State University Choir - Baltimore, MD, USA groups that are • The Grammy Award winning Pacific BoyChoir - San Francisco, CA, USA working hard Imilonji KaNtu Choral Society • The Yale Whiffenpoofs celebrating their 100th Anniversary - to help under-privileged communities and New Haven, CT, USA youth programs. These musical institutions and • The glorious Symphony Choir of Johannesburg - Johannesburg, SA • The unique sound of the Cenestra Male Choir - East Rand, SA organizations are the Melodi Music Trust, the • The innovative Chamber Choir of South Africa - East Rand, SA Amy Biehl Foundation & Music programs as • The diverse Mpumalanga Youth Choir - Mpumalanga, SA well as the All Saints Blind Choir. • The delightful Madrigal Singers of the University of Stellenbosch - The joint concerts, workshops, learn- Stellenbosch, SA ing new music, dancing and drumming, as well • The original Stellenbosch Konservatorium Vocal Ensemble – as individual and massed choir performances Stellenbosch, SA all combine to make the festival the largest • The energetic African Chord Melodies Choir - Gugulethu, SA American and South African choral gather- • Fezaka High School Choir - overall winner of the 2009 South African ing ever.  Schools Choral Eisteddfod - Gugulethu, SA

8 Classical Movements, Inc.  www.ClassicalMovements.com 2008 Rhapsody! Children’s Music Festival Finishes 6th Season! 4 Great Choirs Join Forces for Finale Concert in Smetana Hall

2008 was a great year for the Rhapsody! Chil- dren’s Music Festival. Four fabulous choirs The Young traveled and performed against the magnificent People’s Chorus cities of Vienna, Salzburg and Prague. The of New York choirs rehearsed and performed under the direc- City joined 2tion of the illustrious choral director Francisco Rhapsody after Núñez. Between the rehearsals, concerts, their outstanding sightseeing, and cultural exchanges with local showing at the World Choir Games in Graz, Austria. Participating Choirs and Conductors: • The Colburn Children’s Choir, Mikhail Shtangrud With distinguished • The Kalamazoo Children’s Chorus, Fred Sang Guest Conductor • The Minnetonka Chamber Choir, Roger Hoel Dr. Janet Galván • The Young People’s Chorus of New York City, on July 15-26, Francisco Núñez 2010

Rhapsody! Final Concert at Smetana Hall

choirs abroad, this festival is always a delight to our participants. The choirs joined forces with the exceptional Czech orchestra Virtuosi Di Praga at the glorious Smetana Hall in Prague.

Directed by Francisco Núñez, the combined Janet Galván choirs and orchestra performed works by Bern- stein, Delibes, Fazel, Jenkins, Núñez and Rodg- ers and Hammerstein. Rehearsal with Francisco Núñez With distinguished Audiences deeply treasured and ap- Guest Conductor plauded the individual choir’s concerts, held in invited to be a part of mass at St. Stephen’s Joan Gregoryk on such acclaimed venues as St. Andrä Church in Cathedral in Vienna and St. Vitus’ Cathedral July 14-25, 2011 Salzburg, Beethoven Hall in Vienna and St. in Prague. As a grand finale for the Festival, Nicholas Church in Prague. The choirs were the combined choirs had the privilege to sing at the colossal Smetana Hall in Prague. With a total of 6 concerts throughout the Festival, the choirs had plenty of occasions to display their wonderful talents and repertoire. 

Joan Gregoryk

Francisco 2008 Rhapsody! Choirs at the Wedding Church Núñez

Classical Movements, Inc.  www.ClassicalMovements.com 9 The Young People’s Chorus of NYC and the University Glee Club of NYC Cross the Border into Canada Young People’s Chorus In June, the Young People’s Chorus of New York City (YPC) Cantare Division, directed by Elizabeth Núñez, embarked on a tour to Canada, performing an astounding 18 concerts in 8 days. The Chorus was invited to participate and compete in Canada’s International Choral Kathaumixw. The Young People’s Chorus competed in three categories: Contemporary Music, Children’s Choirs and Folk and Cultural Traditions. Before, after, and in between these competitions, the Chorus performed in 18 concerts, including the Gala Opening, Awards Ceremony and Closing Gala. When not performing in one of their 18 concerts, the YPC explored downtown Vancouver. They were even invited to a BBQ on the Powell River Bay by the Mayor. On their last day in Canada, the Chorus sailed around the area, from Salt- Iery Bay to Earls Cove, Langdale Ferry Terminal to Horseshoe Bay. University Glee Club Also in June, the University Glee Club of NYC, directed by Francisco Núñez depart- ed for a 4 day, 2 concert tour of Montreal and Lake George Village. There, the singers performed at Lakeside Sheppard’s Park and Le Mondial Choral Loto-Quebec University Glee Club World Choral Festival in Laval. 

Italy Applauds the Children’s Chorus of Washington The Children’s Chorus of Washington Serenades the Italian Countryside

This summer, the Children’s esteemed honor to be a part of High Mass at Chorus of Washington, di- St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome and St. Mark’s rected by Joan Gregoryk, re- Cathedral in Venice.  turned from 11 day, 6 concert tour to Italy. From Florence “The concert at Pordenone was simply to Rome to the Vatican City, stunning! The acoustics were incredible the choir did what they do and a full church of very appreciative Tbest and serenaded the Italian townspeople together made for a most countryside. Performance at Riva del Garde memorable performance. After each The choir kicked off song, the audience applauded wildly their tour by singing in an important music series. Following this con- and beamed at the choristers which cert, the choir traveled to Riva del Garde to perform at the festival. made the choristers want to sing even The Choir was privileged to perform at the Pordenone Cathedral. The better”, said Founder and Artistic choir’s final formal concert was held atSt. Francis Church. While there, Director, Joan Gregoryk. “It is the Mayor of Costaccciaro because of the reputation of Classical asked the chorus to sing a ten- Movements that we were able to have the minute concert at the sight of privilege of singing High Mass at both a tower which had just been St. Mark’s and St. Peter’s and getting restored and dedicated that on the schedules of 4 important music afternoon. For the final por- festivals in Italy.” tion of the trip, the Children’s -Joan Gregoryk, Founder and Artistic Director, Chorus of Washington had the Children’s Chorus of Washington Performance at Pordenone Cathedral

10 Classical Movements, Inc.  www.ClassicalMovements.com Vancouver Symphony Orchestra Astounds Asia First Canadian Orchestra to Perform in China in 30 Years

In October, the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra returned from their well received tour to Asia. Directed by Bramwell Tovey, the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra went on an 11-day, 7 concert tour which included concerts in Seongnam and Daejeon in South Korea, , Shanghai, Guangzhou and Macau. As a part of this tour, the VSO participated in the Macau International Music Festival, the Beijing Music Festival, and the Shanghai Music Festival. The orchestra was joined by the brilliant Grammy-award-winning violinist Hilary Hahn and together they per- formed Tchaikovsky’s Violin Concerto in D major, op. 35, drawing long-lasting applause from the audiences when finished. Following the performances in South Korea, Tovey informed news sources that the shows “went very well indeed with enthu- Isiastic houses”-each concert had four encores. The Macau Daily Times reviewed their Tuesday night concert at the Macao Cultural Centre, where he praised the orchestra’s “spirit, vigour, all-around impressive musicianship” and “wonderful passion for the composer [Tchaikovsky]’s music”. He also celebrated the VSO’s interpretation of Dmitri Shostakovich’s Symphony No. 5, in D Minor, an- nouncing that “the tone of the orchestra overall was spectacular, creating an emotional and passionate experience for all in attendance”.  Vancouver Symphony Orchestra

Home, Health and Heart: Yale Dominican Republic Service Tour Changing Lives in the Dominican Republic through Service Projects

Voluntoursim at its best, in March, nearly 100 Yale alumni, current • 60 Homes students, and friends gathered in the Dominican Republic to participate completed with in the inaugural Yale Service Tour 2008: Home, Health, and Heart. The stucco finish trip was organized by the Association of Yale Alumni in partnership • 18 Cabinets with the Catholic Diocese of Orlando and the people of the San Juan built and province of the Dominican Republic. installed in In the tradition of Sergeant Schreiber of the Peace Corps, the homes Association of Yale Alumni constructed new, quality homes, presented Painting and finishing one • 15 Formica V, and . of 60 houses medical clinics provided educational enrichment for children countertops A team of 24 Yale volunteers traveled to La Cucarita and offered a dynamic arts enrichment installed in program for these schoolchildren—from visual arts to music, dance, and an array of craft activities. kitchens A volunteer crew completed the construction of 60 new homes for local residents from Ca- • 42 Shelves cut ñafistol, whose entire village was being relocated to Vallejuelo from a flood plain. with 15 installed The third group of Doctors and nurses and volunteers traveled in homes to remote villages and offered clinical and diagnostic services to people in • 12 Homes with installed door desperate need, and helped distribute donated medical supplies as well hardware as . The medical exams • 5 Homes expedition was led by ex- completely perienced medical person- wired nel who were familiar with the region and had previ- ously visited the villages. Classical Movements is very proud to be partner- ing with the AYA on our first service tour.  Dominican Republic children Volunteers heading off to work

Classical Movements, Inc.  www.ClassicalMovements.com 11 Rejoices in the Hong Kong Children’s Choir The Choir Works with the St. Petersburg TV and Radio Children’s Choir

In June, the Hong Kong Children’s Choir, under the direction of Kathy Fok, embarked on a 9 day, 4 concert tour of Russia. The choir was fortunate to be able to perform in many world renowned palaces, cathedrals and music halls. Hong Kong Children’s Chorus in front of the Kremlin While in Russia, the Hong Kong Children’s Choir was privileged Ito have a workshop with the renowned conductor of the Schnittke Venice. There they saw Smolny Convent, the Music Academy as well as a workshop with the conductor of a famous Pushkin Theater, the grand Kazan Cathedral, Children’s Choir in St. Petersburg. and the richly gold plated St. Isaac’s Cathedral. When not performing, the The Choir traveled along Nevsky Prospekt and Hong Kong Children’s Choir took a saw the Winter Palace of Russian Czars and the much awaited tour of the Kremlin. Palace Square.  On other days off, they took tours of Moscow and Moscow State University, as well as Vladimir and Suzdal, two picturesque medieval Russian towns. During their last few days in Russia, the choir toured the wondrous city of St. Petersburg. St. Petersburg was The Hong Kong Children’s Chorus built to capture the best of Paris and in Palace Square Hong Kong Children’s Chorus performance University of Manitoba Singers in Argentina and Paraguay

The University of Manitoba Singers of out in celebration at the end when the snake “From billeting Canada returned in May from their 13 day tour finally died. “Excited at the prospect of singing and concert-giving with Classical Movements to Paraguay and for nearly the whole colony of Loma Plata, we in the Loma Plata Argentina. sang our hearts out to a welcoming audience Mennonite colony The University of Manitoba Singers of about 500 people”, says second year voice in Paraguay to gave their first concert at theLoma Plata Town student Nicole Kirton. The choir gave their singing with the Hall in Paraguay. The crowd loved their second concert in Asuncion. This concert was La Plata University rendition of Sid Robinovitch’s Spanish piece well received by a large crowd. Choir in LaT Plata, Sensamaya (Chant for Killing a Snake). This The University of Manitoba Singers had Buenos Aires, this piece moved one elderly gentleman to shout the honor of participating in a workshop with was a trip that Dr. Oscar Escalada, the renowned composer we will forever from Argentina. That evening, the choir sang a remember as the joint concert with The University. trip of a lifetime- During the tour, the choir sang for a one that greatly girls’ school in Buenos Aires. The girls at- expanded our tending the school were between first and sixth musical education grade, and most came from underprivileged and experiences.” families. At the end of the concert, the sing- ers were all bombarded by the young girls, who wanted autographs from every member of the University of Manitoba Singers performing for a choir. The Tour ended with 2 more concerts in girls’ school in Buenos Aires Buenos Aires. 

12 Classical Movements, Inc.  www.ClassicalMovements.com Northwestern College Returns from Australia 7 Concerts, 4 Workshops and a Salvation Army Service Project

This past May, the Northwestern College tion Army missions Symphonic Band went on a 14 day tour to complete service “I was absolutely Australia and Tasmania with Classical Move- projects. For these in awe of the ments, Inc. While visiting Melbourne, Ho- service projects, some lifestyle and hearts bart, Launceston and Sydney, the Band gave students were taken of the people over 7 concerts, participated in 4 workshops and to a few of the places in Tasmania. So helped the Salvation Army with their vari- where the homeless many of the people ous service projects. Director Monte Mum- live to see how the I met just seemed Tford of Tasmania, along with many of his col- Army provides relief, to enjoy every leagues, was central to this tour, making many while others visited an emergency crisis center, moment in life and of these concerts possible. which provides temporary care and housing for cherish what they The Northwestern Col- victims of domestic violence. A lege Symphonic Band worked different group went with the have” with many local elementary and Trombone Quintet to a care Laura Stenzel, sophomore high schools, mixing in side center for the elderly. percussionist. by side among the students. On their days off, the After the school workshops, Northwestern Symphonic Band the Northwestern College took a tour of the Symphonic Band treated the Northwestern College Symphonic Band Sydney Opera students to a concert of their own. The NWC House and the Cadbury Choco- Symphonic Band also performed their own late Factory. They also were able concerts as well as at the Launceston College to go on the Tahune Forest Air- Concert. The band participated in many joint walk which is a walk high above concerts with numerous local groups. and through the tree tops some 20 One day during their trip, the North- meters above the forest floor over western College Symphonic Band spent the the conjunction of the Picton and entire morning helping different local Salva- Huon Rivers. 

The Cascade Youth Orchestra Cruises on Home from Scandinavia The Cascade Youth Orchestra Kicks Off Norway’s Independence Day Celebration

During June and July of this year, The Cascade Palace. There the players witnessed Youth Symphony Orchestra went on a tour the traditional changing of the guards. to Scandinavia. Visiting Copenhagen, Oslo, Oslo was a significant stop for the Stockholm and Helsinki, the choir enjoyed the orchestra, as they opened the Inde- beautiful Scandinavian landscape. Kicking off pendence Day Celebration given by their tour, the Cascade Youth Symphony Orches- the American Coordinating Council tra held a concert at Tivoli Gardens in Copenha- of Norway. gen, Denmark. The third stop on their tour Concert at Tivoli Gardens, Copenhagen DAfter a few days in Copenhagen, the was to Stockholm, Sweden. There, they held a concert at a local museum. orchestra left for Oslo, Norway, where they visited For the fourth and final stop, the Orchestra made their way via Karl Johan cruise ship to Helsinki, Finland. There, they visited the Sibelius Monu- Promenade ment, Helsinki Cathedral, the University of Helsinki and the Sea Fortress which Suomenlinna. The Cascade Youth Orchestra concluded their tour with a plays host concert at the Rock Church in Helsinki. to central “The farewell concert was everything we’d hoped it would be. We had station and a spectacular venue, the Rock Church. It was very well-attended by an enthusi- the Royal astic crowd and the orchestra performed at their best. It was a wonderful final Rock Church, Helsinki chapter of what has been an incredible journey.” 

Classical Movements, Inc.  www.ClassicalMovements.com 13 The Atlanta Symphony Orchestra and Chorus Tours Home and Abroad from page 1 Daphnis et Chloé and the New York premiere of Assisting fine American composer Christopher Theofanidis’ musicians The Here and Now. The New York Times said, in bringing “in waves of climactic crescendos…Mr. Spano their art to drew a swelling, variegated sound that packed a visceral punch.”  new audiences around the Atlanta Symphony world is Orchestra Chorus Performs Classical with Berlin Philharmonic Atlanta Symphony Orchestra in Berlin Movements’ One morning in May, one of America’s preemi- the Berlin Philharmonic in Britten’s War Requi- specialty, and nent choral ensembles boarded flights destined em, after which Der Tagesspiegel wrote: “The we’re honored for Germany and one incredible, extraordi- world has really turned a bit topsy-turvy when our to be a part nary musical voyage. Over three very special fabulous Berliner Philharmoniker turn around of such a evenings, the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra in their orchestra seats to applaud an American Chorus joined forces with the Berlin Philhar- amateur chorus.” remarkable monic in three landmark concerts at Berlin’s Atlanta Symphony Orchestra musical OPhilharmonie, where they performed the colos- Principal Guest Conductor Donald Runnicles collaboration sal Berlioz Requiem. conducted the Berlin concerts. Norman as was These concerts marked the Atlanta Mackenzie serves as Chorus Director of the Symphony Orchestra Chorus’ second collabora- ASO Chorus - a 200-voice volunteer ensemble, experienced in tion with the German orchestra. In December which is one of today’s most highly regarded Berlin. 2003, the ASO Chorus made their debut with choruses. 

Brooklyn Youth Chorus Tours Austria

This summer, the Brooklyn Youth Chorus, When not com- directed by Dianne Berkun, made a tour to peting in the festival, the Austria with visits to Graz and Vienna. This top Brooklyn Youth Chorus Children’s Chorus met with choirs from around embarked on sightseeing the globe in Graz, Austria. The Brooklyn Youth tours of Vienna includ- Chorus triumphantly represented the United ing Belvedere Palace and States for this competition. They competed Gardens, the Ringstrasse and Tagainst over 440 ensembles from 93 countries. then crossed the Danube and Old Danube. The choir also enjoyed a city tour of

Stephan’s Square, Graben- World Choir Games Outdoor Concert square, Michealsquare, Hof- burg Palace courts, Burg and Volksgarden with Statue of “Sisi”. While there, the Chorus met the Vice Mayor of Vienna at City Hall where they were treated to Viennese sausages. The choir then gave a concert hosted by a local University Choir. “Our performance at the University of Vienna exceeded even our expectations. The Chorus sounded lovely in the beautiful concert hall and an audience of over 300 Viennese gave us lengthy applause after our hour-long concert.”  Marching in the World Choir Games Parade

14 Classical Movements, Inc.  www.ClassicalMovements.com Musical Pax Around the World Classical Movements’ Alessandra with Gloria Estefan at the Latin Grammy Awards

Florida’s Singing Sons in South Africa

Alondra de la Parra Melodia! and Marin Alsop at Northwestern choirs at the Classical Movements’ College Petropolis booth at NPAC in Symphonic Crystal Denver Band Palace, Brazil

Christoph Eschenbach and Rossen Milanov of The Philadelphia Orchestra

Children’s Chorus of Washington Neeta Helms, Daniel Brewbaker and at St. Marks Bascilica, Italy Doreen Rao at Melodia! 2008 Classical Movements 2008-2009 Touring Year The 2008-2009 touring year is an exciting one for Classical Movements with such great ensembles and destinations on our schedule. We look forward to meeting and working with new clients who will continue to make our roster grow. ORCHESTRAS and bands Vancouver Symphony Orchestra – South Duke of Cornwall Singers – Brazil & Baltimore Symphony Orchestra – Carnegie Korea & China Argentina Hall Yale Concert Band – Mexico Florida’s Singing Sons Boychoir – Dallas Symphony Orchestra – Florida YouTube Symphony Orchestra – Carnegie Washington, DC and New York City English Concert – USA and Canada Hall George Washington University Singers – Minnesota Orchestra – Carnegie Hall South Africa Minnesota Orchestra – Europe classical movements Holy Cross College Choir and Chamber National Symphony Orchestra – China FESTIVALS Singers – Spain National Symphony Orchestra Residency Ihlombe! South African Choral Festival James Madison University Chorale – 2009 – Arkansas Melodia! South American Music Festival & Wales Philadelphia Orchestra – Europe Rhapsody! Children’s Music Festival – Morgan State University Choirs – South Philharmonic Orchestra of the Americas – Vienna, Salzburg & Prague Africa Mexico City and Monterrey Pacific BoyChoir – South Africa Philharmonic Orchestra of the Americas – special Philadelphia Boys Choir – Argentina & Monterrey and Puebla Association of Yale Alumni – Mexico Uruguay Philharmonic Orchestra of the Americas – Peninsula Girls Chorus – Italy Napa Valley St. Paul’s Episcopal Church Choir – choruses England Saint Louis Symphony Orchestra – Chicago Atlanta Singers of Callanwolde – Brazil & University of Women’s Choir – Saint Louis Symphony Orchestra – New Argentina Italy York City & Ann Arbor Tour Cantaré Children’s Choir – Germany VocalEssence – England Saint Louis Symphony Orchestra – Carnegie The Choir of St. Paul’s School – South Yale Alumni Chorus – Mexico & Guatemala Hall Africa Yale Glee Club – Brazil & Argentina Yale Whiffenpoofs – South Africa

Classical Movements, Inc.  www.ClassicalMovements.com 15 Classical Movements, Inc. PAXPAX MUSICAMUSICA What’s Inside Baltimore Symphony Orchestra Sells Out Carnegie Hall & Melodia! South American Music Festival an Absolute Success!...... 7 the Kennedy Center with Leonard Bernstein’s “Mass”...... 1 Summer 2009 is the Inaugural Ihlombe! South African The Atlanta Symphony Orchestra and Chorus Tours Berlin Choral Festival...... 8 and NYC...... 1 2008 Rhapsody! Children’s Music Festival Finishes 6th Season!...... 9 The Philadelphia Orchestra Asia Anniversary Tour...... 2 The Young People’s Chorus of NYC and the University St. Louis Symphony Orchestra and “Genius” Violinist Glee Club of NYC Cross the Border into Canada...... 10 Captivate Chicago...... 2 Italy Applauds the Children’s Chorus of Washington...... 10 London Symphony Orchestra and Valery Gergiev Invite the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra Astounds Asia...... 11 Choral Arts Society of Washington for Mahler’s 8th Symphony...... 3 Home, Health and Heart: Yale Dominican Republic Service Tour...... 11 Minnesota Orchestra Wows New York...... 3 Russia Rejoices in the Hong Kong Children’s Choir...... 12 The Philharmonic Orchestra of the Americas and Alondra de la Parra Mexico Tour and Latin Grammys...... 4 University of Manitoba Singers in Argentina and Paraguay...... 12 The Pacific BoyChoir Takes On a 17 Day-8 Concert Tour Northwestern College Returns from Australia...... 13 to Argentina...... 4 The Cascade Youth Orchestra Cruises on Home from Scandinavia.....13 South Africa Celebrates Florida’s Singing Sons Boychoir...... 5 Brooklyn Youth Chorus Tours Austria...... 14 Dallas Symphony Chorus is on “A Boat Dat’s Leavin’ Soon Musical Pax Around the World...... 15 for New York...... 5 2008-2009 Touring Year...... 15 4 Triumphant Tours to Italy...... 6

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