Robert Paterson

Knoxville Symphony Orchestra and Music Director Aram Demirjian Accelerate 9 for 90 Commissioning Project
by Stephi Wild - Feb 18, 2026

 In celebration of the KSO’s 90th Anniversary Season, the Knoxville Symphony Orchestra (KSO) and Music Director Aram Demirjian created the 9 for 90 season-long commissioning initiative that welcomes the world premieres of nine works.

Kent Tritle to Lead Concerts at St. John the Divine, Oratorio Society of New York and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 26, 2026

Renowned conductor Kent Tritle will lead a series of spring 2026 concerts at St. John the Divine, featuring A German REquieum, Alexander's Feast, and more.

Pianist Han Chen to be Presented By Exponential Ensemble In A Chamber Concert
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 21, 2025

Pianist Han Chen will be presented by the Exponential Ensemble in a chamber concert at Americas Society. Learn more about the performance and see how to purcahse tickets.

Douglas Moore Fund For American Opera Presents GIANTS IN THE EARTH REDISCOVERED
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 4, 2025

The Douglas Moore Fund for American Opera in collaboration with the South Dakota Symphony Orchestra and the Scandinavian House of New York City will present Douglas Moore: Giants in the Earth Rediscovered, a FREE program on Tuesday, March 11 at the Scandinavian House.

MOSTLY MODERN FESTIVAL Has Announced Its 6th International Music Festival
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 13, 2025

Mostly Modern Festival (MMF) will return to Saratoga Springs for its Sixth Season from June 5-20, 2025, at the Arthur Zankel Music Center on the campus of Skidmore College.

New Amsterdam Singers Founder And Music Director Clara Longstreth To Retire After 57 Seasons
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 31, 2025

New Amsterdam Singers has announced the retirement of Music Director Clara Longstreth — who founded the chorus in 1968 and has led the group for 57 seasons.

Musica Sacra Announces 2024-25 Season with Carnegie Hall Holiday Program and More
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 18, 2024

Musica Sacra has announced its 2024-25 season featuring 'SurRound II,' a holiday program at Carnegie Hall, and a performance of 'Messiah' with the New York Philharmonic.

Ember Choral Arts Performs May Concert This Month
by Stephi Wild - May 9, 2024

Ember Choral Arts has announced their upcoming performance of 'On the Heart of Being, Amidst Machines' on Friday, May 17th, 2024, at 7:30 pm

Performances Set For Kent Tritle's Spring 2024 Season
by Stephi Wild - Feb 27, 2024

Landmark seasons of two of Kent Tritle’s choruses – the 150th of Oratorio Society of New York, the 200-voice avocational group, and the 60th of elite professional chorus Musica Sacra – as well as programs by his Cathedral Choir of St. John the Divine have revealed their concert seasons for this spring.

The Oratorio Society Of New York PerforMs Choral Movements Of Mahler's Second Symphony & Beethoven's Ninth Symphony At St. Bartholomew's Church On March 5
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 22, 2024

THE ORATORIO SOCIETY OF NEW YORK performs Mahler's Second Symphony, Beethoven's Ninth, and more at St. Bartholomew's Church on March 5. Program includes works by Call for Scores winners, Oliver Caplan's Cloud Anthem & Karen P. Thomas's Le Stelle. Featuring organist and arranger David Briggs, plus soloists Susanna Phillips, Heather Petrie, Joshua Blue & Tyler Duncan. 'A beautifully blended, thoroughly unified sound' - The New York Times. For more information, visit www.osny.org.

PEAK Performances to Present Opera-in-Concert Performances of BLIND INJUSTICE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 17, 2024

PEAK Performances at Montclair State University is producing two opera-in-concert performances of Blind Injustice, composed by Montclair State University College of the Arts faculty member Scott Davenport Richards (A Star Across the Ocean, Charlie Crosses the Nation) with a libretto by David Cote (Three Way, The Scarlet Ibis).

Oratorio Society Of New York Has Its 149th Performance Of Handel's 'Messiah'
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 30, 2023

The Oratorio Society of New York celebrates its 150th anniversary with the 149th performance of Handel's 'Messiah' at Carnegie Hall on December 18, 2023. Featuring renowned artists and led by Kent Tritle, this event is not to be missed.

Oratorio Society Of New York to Open 150th Anniversary And 2023-24 Season With Bach's Magnificat And Mozart's Requiem
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 26, 2023

The Oratorio Society of New York, led by Music Director Kent Tritle, will kick off its its 150th Anniversary and 2023-2024 season on Monday, November 6, 2023 at 7:00pm with Bach's Magnificat and Mozart's Requiem.

The American Opera Project Selects Emerging Composers and Librettists For Two Year Fellowships in the Fundamentals of Opera
by Stephi Wild - Sep 15, 2023

 The American Opera Project has announced the newest class of composers and librettists to receive fellowships for its 12th cycle of the Composers & the Voice (C&V) program. Learn more about the members here!

Ember Choral Arts Launches Ember Ablaze Composer Lab Competition
by Stephi Wild - Jul 20, 2023

 Ember Choral Arts, led by Artistic Director Deborah Simpkin King, has announced the opening of applications for the Ember Ablaze Composer Lab (EACL) Competition, directed by Ember's Composer in Residence, Robert Paterson.

Musica Sacra Unveils Exciting Lineup for 60th Anniversary Season Featuring 'Messiah' & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 12, 2023

Join in for a series of spectacular concerts, showcasing the best of choral excellence. Experience the magic of Musica Sacra's 60th anniversary season and be captivated by the power of their incredible performances.

Kent Tritle's 2023-24 Season Includes the 150th Season of Oratorio Society of New York and the Return of the Great Organ of St. John the Divine
by Stephi Wild - Jul 11, 2023

The many facets of Kent Tritle’s career are on prominent display in the 2023-24 concert season of the Director of Cathedral Music and Organist at the Cathedral of St. John the Divine; Music Director of both Musica Sacra, New York’s elite professional chorus, and Oratorio Society of New York, the acclaimed avocational ensemble; and organist of the New York Philharmonic.

Bach's Magnificat, Mozart's Requiem & More Set for Oratorio Society Of New York 2023-24 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 10, 2023

The Oratorio Society of New York, led by Music Director Kent Tritle, has revealed its 2023-2024 season with three concerts in Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage at Carnegie Hall and one at St. Bartholomew's Church.

Oratorio Society Of New York Presents 46th Annual Lyndon Woodside Oratorio-Solo Competition Finals Concert At Carnegie Hall
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 10, 2023

The Oratorio Society of New York, led by Music Director Kent Tritle, presents the 46th Lyndon Woodside Oratorio-Solo Competition Finals Concert at Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall on Saturday, April 15, 2023 at 1:30pm. The Solo Competition was created in 1977 to encourage the art of oratorio singing and to give young singers an opportunity to advance their careers.

Oratorio Society Of New York Presents Bach's Mass In B Minor At Carnegie Hall, May 8
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 22, 2023

The Oratorio Society of New York, led by Music Director Kent Tritle, concludes its 2022-23 season with a performance of J.S. Bach's Mass in B minor on Monday, May 8, 2023 at 8:00 p.m. at Carnegie Hall's Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage.