Reger - Piano Concerto in F minor, op. 114 (Audio+Sheet) [de Groote]

Max Reger's (1873-1916) vast, monumental piano concerto, played by Steven de Groote. TIMECODES: I. Allegro moderato 0:00 II. Largo con gran espressione 19:37 III. Allegretto con spirito 31:15 Steven de Groote, piano Michael Gielen, conductor SWR Symphony Orchestra

22 Nocturnes for Chopin

by Frances Wilson, Interlude

This new anthology is a result of EVC Music’s #CallToWomenComposers worldwide search for talented but not yet published women composers and includes new piano works by twenty-two women composers inspired by Chopin’s Nocturnes.

The project was initiated by Rose McLachlan, talented daughter of Scottish pianist and pedagogue Murray McLachlan, as part of her Masters degree. Applications were open to women composers aged 14+ and EVC Music received over eighty pieces in a variety of styles from romantic to experimental. The pieces were selected blind: the selection committee was presented with ‘nameless’ scores, and sixteen pieces were chosen in addition to six pieces commissioned from established women composers.

Rose McLachlan, pianist

Chopin dedicated almost all of his piano works to a woman; for example, his Op25 Etudes are dedicated to Marie d’Agoult, and other works were dedicated to female friends or talented students. Thus, this new anthology of piano music by women composers completes the circle, as it were.

The featured composers are from the UK, Ukraine, Israel, Poland, Canada and the USA. Most have not been published before; some have contributed pieces to exam syllabuses; each brings their own authentic voice to their music, and the result is a varied collection of music of intermediate (cGrade 6) to advanced level (cGrade 8).

Frédéric Chopin © Hadi Karimi

Many of the pieces display the typical characteristics of Chopin’s Nocturnes (and indeed John Field’s before him), with flowing, arpeggiated accompaniments, songful, lyrical melodies embellished with ornaments, fiorituras, improvisatory or cadenza-like passages, and chromaticism. The harmonies are in general consonant, with some unexpected piquancies or key shifts which add interest and character to the music. Interestingly, almost all the pieces are scored in a minor key. Some feel very close to Chopin’s originals, and the uninitiated listener could be forgiven for thinking some of these pieces are actually by Chopin. This may be because some are directly inspired by specific Nocturnes (e.g. Nos. 8, 13, 19, 20), while others are influenced by other works by Chopin or by Bellini’s Bel Canto arias, which inspired Chopin himself (e.g. No. 12 Triste by Victoria Proudler). Some take their inspiration from literary or poetic sources and the natural world (e.g. No. 17 Waves Collide with the Precipice by Charlotte Botterill); a handful take a rather more leftfield approach, incorporating more ambiguous or atonal harmonies and rhythms inspired by ragtime and jazz (No. 22 by jazz pianist and composer Zoe Rahman). All are infused with the nostalgia, poignancy, and Zal of Chopin’s music.

A sample page from the piano anthology

This is an interesting and attractively produced anthology, with clear engraving on thick cream paper. A QR code links back to the publisher’s website with information about the composers and brief notes on each of their Nocturnes, plus audio links to listen to each one.

As an introduction to the Nocturne genre as well as an anthology of brand new piano music for intermediate to advanced students, this is a welcome addition to the repertoire and a useful resource for teachers and students who may wish to study attractive contemporary Nocturnes alongside Chopin’s originals.

Baccara - Yes Sir, I Can Boogie (Musikladen 21.05.1977)

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The performance of Baccara to „Yes Sir, I Can Boogie“ at the Musikladen 21.05.1977.

Copacabana - Barry Manilow (Orchestral version) | Arr. Emma Wieriks

As part of my graduation, I had the opportunity to arrange and conduct the song Copacabana for this great ensemble of fellow students. We only got three rehearsals of 45 minutes and this is the result of working together and having lots of fun! Lead vocalist: Job Uitgeest. I graduated my Bachelor of Music Education at the Utrechts Conservatory, a school of the arts based in The Netherlands. Video: Félipe Pipi

JUDY GARLAND at 21 singing OVER THE RAINBOW remastered audio

1,431,084 views Oct 8, 2016

Judy Garland singing Over The Rainbow at the age of 21. Filmed during a broadcast of the Command Performance radio program.

Newport World Resorts pays masterful tribute to OPM

BY MANILA BULLETIN ENTERTAINMENT

Oct 20, 2023 07:52 AM

  

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AT A GLANCE

• Maestro Ryan Cayabyab headlines the spectacular show. The master conductor will be commanding a symphony of chart-topping hits featuring the voices of premier balladeer Basil Valdez, “Divine Diva” Zsa Zsa Padilla, “Asia’s Fearless Diva” JONA, and the world-class vocal ensemble The Ryan Cayabyab Singers.

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Original Pilipino Music (OPM) has found a home at Newport World Resorts, where world-class Filipino acts dominate the stage, rising stars take flight, and the most passionate listeners bask in the joy and brilliance. On Nov. 11, the award-winning Newport Performing Arts Theater (NPAT) is set to welcome the gathering of the brightest OPM stars for a grand celebration of Filipino music dubbed “Tribute to OPM.” 

Maestro Ryan Cayabyab headlines the spectacular show. The master conductor will be commanding a symphony of chart-topping hits featuring the voices of premier balladeer Basil Valdez, “Divine Diva” Zsa Zsa Padilla, “Asia’s Fearless Diva” JONA, and the world-class vocal ensemble The Ryan Cayabyab Singers. The one-night concert sees the country’s legends weave captivating music and bring to life beloved classics that have shaped generations.

More than being an esteemed National Artist for Music, Ryan Cayabyab, or “Mr. C,” stands as one of the pillars in the OPM landscape. The NPAT stage has seen the best of Philippine music through Mr. C’s phenomenal concerts held through the years. In 2019, a year after being bestowed the distinct honor of being named a National Artist of Music by the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA), he was given the title “Lucky Person of the Year” during the People of the Year awards.

Newport World Resorts, a staunch supporter of OPM, shines the spotlight on world-class Filipino talent from the local to the global stage. This long-standing dedication has also been recognized by the NCCA, certifying the premier entertainment destination as a true home of original Filipino music and artists. In a place where OPM is celebrated each day, the “Tribute to OPM' is bound to be one of the most epic culmination of its love for homegrown talent and music.

Come home to the best Filipino music in the “Tribute to OPM” concert at the Newport Performing Arts Theater. Tickets are now available at all TicketWorld and SM Tickets outlets: P10,800 (PLATINUM), P9,800 (SVIP), P8,800 (VIP), P6,500 (GOLD), P3,800 (SILVER), and P2,000 (BRONZE). For inquiries, contact JhayR dela Cruz at 0917 818 9847, Raf Sangco at 0917 807 9387, and Paulo San Jose at 0917 810 5031.

Classic FM Live: photos from our Hall of Fame spectacular at the Royal Albert Hall

The five winners in the Classic FM Music Teacher of the Year Awards received their certificates on stage at Classic FM Live. Picture: Classic FM

By Classic FM

@ClassicFM

An epic night of live classical music for Classic FM Live at the Royal Albert Hall, with hits from the Hall of Fame brought to life by the brilliant Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra. 

Classic FM Live with Viking returned to the Royal Albert Hall for another epic night of live classical music.

The Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra, Classic FM’s Orchestra in North West England, raised the roof with a series of hits from the Classic FM Hall of Fame.

The orchestra was joined by star soloists Arsha Kaviani, Luka Faulisi, Miloš Karadaglić, and Lucy from The Piano, all united under the baton of conductor Jamie Phillips, for favourites from the Top 300.

The concert was hosted by Classic FM presenters Alexander Armstrong and Myleene Klass, and every note was recorded so you can relive all the magic of the evening on Friday 20 October at 8pm, and afterwards on Global Player.

So without further ado, here’s all the action from the night!

1. Conductor Jamie Phillips gets the night off to a spectacular beginning.

   

   Jamie Phillips conducts the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra at Classic FM Live at the Royal Albert Hall. Picture: Classic FM

2. Our hosts Alexander Armstrong and Myleene Klass present a fantastic celebration of classical music.

   

   Alexander Armstrong and Myleene Klass. Picture: Matt Crossick

3. Lucy from ‘The Piano’ brought the audience to a stunned silence with a breathtaking performance of Debussy and Bach.

   

   Lucy from The Piano stuns the Royal Albert Hall audience. Picture: Classic FM

4. Lucy and her teacher, Daniel, stand as the Royal Albert Hall is filled with cheers and applause.

   

   Lucy and her teacher, Daniel Bath. Picture: Matt Crossick

5. The five winners of the Music Teacher of the Year Awards accept their awards – to raucous applause.

   

   The winners of the Music Teacher of the Year Awards 2023. Picture: Classic FM

   The five winners will receive up to £3,000 each to spend on musical instruments and equipment for their school and pupils, thanks to Viking.

6. Arsha Kaviani storms the Royal Albert Hall for his debut performance, with a roof-raising Rachmaninov piano concerto.

   

   Arsha Kaviani makes his Royal Albert Hall debut with a thundering Rachmaninov. Picture: Classic FM

7. Pianist Arsha Kaviani made his debut at the hall alongside the great Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra

   

   Arsha Kaviani at the piano with the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra. Picture: Matt Crossick

8. Bows for Arsha Kaviani, Jamie Phillips and the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic

   

   Arsha Kaviani, Jamie Phillips and the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic. Picture: Matt Crossick

9. The brilliant Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra perform to a packed Royal Albert Hall.

   

   The Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra, performing at Classic FM Live under Jamie Phillips. Picture: Classic FM

10. Miloš Karadaglić brought the Latin sun to London with two sunny guitar pieces.

    

    Miloś Karadaglić performed two brilliant guitar works. Picture: Classic FM

11. Latvian accordionist Ksenija Sidorova performed Piazzolla's virtuosic 'Libertango' – in a duet with Miloš

    

    Latvian accordionist Ksenija Sidorova. Picture: Matt Crossick

12. Accordionist Ksenija Sidorova joined Miloš on the Royal Albert Hall stage for a show-stopping duet.

    

    Accordionist Ksenija Sidorova joined Miloš on stage for a duet. Picture: Classic FM

13. Jamie Phillips leads the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic in a special rendition of Klaus Badelt's 'Pirates of the Caribbean'

    

    Jamie Phillips leads the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic. Picture: Matt Crossick

14. 21-year-old violin sensation Luka Faulisi brought the house down with a virtuosic violin arrangement of popular melodies from Bizet’s opera, Carmen.

    

    21-year-old violinist Luka Faulisi played Bizet’s opera melodies. Picture: Classic FM

15. Lights and fireworks fill the hall in the concert’s grand finale, Tchaikovsky’s Swan Lake

    

    Lights and fireworks at Classic FM Live. Picture: Matt Crossick

First look at ‘Maria’ biopic as Angelina Jolie becomes legendary opera star Maria Callas

First look at ‘Maria’ biopic as Angelina Jolie as legendary opera star Maria Callas. Picture: Pablo Larraín

By Maddy Shaw Roberts

The Hollywood actor is transformed into ‘La Divina’, for the upcoming biopic about 20th-century opera diva Maria Callas. 

The first glimpses of Maria, a new film set during Maria Callas’ final days in 1970s Paris, were revealed on Monday.

Angelina Jolie will play the American-born, Greek soprano in a biopic about the “tumultuous, beautiful and tragic story of the life of the world’s greatest opera singer, relived and reimagined during her final days in 1970s Paris”, according to a press release.

Director Pablo Larraín praised Jolie’s “extraordinary preparation” for the role.

Two photos of the actor as ‘La Divina’ have been published. In one, Jolie is opera’s most famous diva, wearing a wide-brimmed lace hat – in the other, she is holding a pair of large, round spectacles to her face.

Larraín said in a statement, “I am incredibly excited to start production on Maria, which I hope will bring Maria Callas’ remarkable life and work to audiences all around the world, thanks to the magnificent script by Steven Knight, the work of the entire cast and crew, and especially, Angelina’s brilliant work and extraordinary preparation.”  Larraín previously directed Jackie, a biopic about Jackie Kennedy who was caught in a tragic love triangle with Callas. The screenplay for Maria is by Steven Knight, who penned the hit UK series Peaky Blinders. Knight also worked with Larraín on the 2021 biopic Spencer starring Kristen Stewart.

Jolie told The Hollywood Reporter in 2022: “I take very seriously the responsibility to Maria’s life and legacy. I will give all I can to meet the challenge.

“Pablo Larraín is a director I have long admired. To be allowed the chance to tell more of Maria’s story with him, and with a script by Steven Knight, is a dream.”

Angelina Jolie stars as opera diva Maria Callas in 'Maria' biopic. Picture: Pablo Larraín

The independent production has signed to a SAG-AFTRA interim agreement allowing it to begin shooting now, over eight weeks in Paris, Greece, Budapest and Milan. It will feature original garments worn by Callas, according to a press release.

Alongside Jolie, the cast includes Pierfrancesco Favino, Alba Rohrwacher, Haluk Bilginer, Kodi Smit-McPhee (Elvis) and Valeria Golino (Portrait of a Lady on Fire).

Callas is one of the most celebrated operatic figures in music history. With a range of three octaves, Callas was widely hailed for her bel canto singing, and for her Verdi and Puccini interpretations.

She spent her final years living in isolation in Paris and died of a heart attack aged 53.

GLORIA IN EXCELSIS DEO. Antonio Vivaldi

18,467,723 views Jul 16, 2013 #TheBestOfVocesparalaPaz #vocesparalapaz #ChristmasMusicVocesparalaPaz

Gloria in excelsis Deo. Antonio Vivaldi. Director: Antonio Fauró Orquesta y Coro de "Voces para la Paz" (Músicos Solidarios). Año 2013 Auditorio Nacional de Música de Madrid Proyectos: Escuela para 200 niñas en Uganda y Recogida de alimentos para familias necesitas en España. “Voces para la Paz” (Músicos Solidarios) es una asociación de ayuda humanitaria compuesta por músicos que ofrecen conciertos y utilizan su música para recaudar fondos que permitan realizar proyectos que auxilien y protejan a los más necesitados de todo el mundo. Gracias a su música se han construido carreras, puentes, escuelas, bibliotecas, dispensarios sanitarios, orfanatos, pozos de agua, sistemas de regadío, etc. en países de África, Asía y América Latina. Visitar http://www.vocesparalapaz.com “Voces para la Paz” La Fuerza de la Música por un Mundo más Justo. ..................................................................................................... “Voices for Peace” (Musicians in Solidarity) is a humanitarian aid association made up of musicians from the main orchestras and choirs in Spain, who offer concerts to raise funds to carry out projects that help and protect the most needy around the world. Thanks to their music, careers, bridges, schools,libraries, health clinics, orphanages, water wells, irrigation systems, etc, have been built in countries in Africa, Asia and Latin America. ......................................................................................................... "Voix pour la Paix" (Musiciens Solidaires) est une association d'aide humanitaire composée de musiciens des principaux orchestres et chorales d'Espagne, qui proposent des concerts pour collecter des fonds afin de réaliser des projets qui aident et protègent les plus nécessiteux du monde. Grâce à leur musique, des routes, des ponts, des écoles, des bibliothèques, des centres de santé, des orphelinats, des puits d'eau, des systèmes d'irrigation, etc. ont été construits dans les pays d'Afrique, d'Asie et d'Amérique latine. "Voix pour la Paix" La force de la musique pour un monde plus juste.

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