Lisa Saffer

ECCE presents ITALIAN/AMERICAN at DiMenna Center, 2/17
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 31, 2018

ECCE presents Italian/American showcasing premieres and works from Elliott Carter, John Aylward, Clara Iannotta, and Salvatore Sciarrino conducted by Nicholas DeMaison.

The 2018 George London Awards Public Finals Round Is Friday, 2/16
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 9, 2018

On Friday, February 16, 2018, 16 of the best young American and Canadian opera singers will perform with pianist Craig Rutenberg before a panel of judges and an enthusiastic audience at The Morgan Library & Museum. At the event's conclusion, six of them will be named this year's winners of the George London Award, an honor that has been conferred upon hundreds of the best young singers since 1971. The award, currently a $10,000 prize, is named for the legendary Canadian-American bass-baritone, one of the greatest opera singers of 20th century.

42nd Annual George London Foundation Awards Competition for Singers Runs Now thru March 1
by BWW News Desk - Feb 25, 2013

Over three days of preliminary auditions today, February 25 through the 27th, 2013, approximately 90 of the best young American and Canadian opera singers will compete to reach the final round of the 42nd annual George London Foundation Awards Competition.

42nd Annual George London Foundation Awards Competition for Singers to Run Feb 25-March 1
by BWW News Desk - Jan 31, 2013

Over three days of preliminary auditions on February 25-27, 2013, approximately 90 of the best young American and Canadian opera singers will compete to reach the final round of the 42nd annual George London Foundation Awards Competition.

Oberlin Conservatory of Music Brings 2013 Illumination Tour to NYC, Now thru 1/19
by BWW News Desk - Jan 15, 2013

One of the country's most prestigious musical institutions, the Oberlin Conservatory of Music comes to New York City in January for a tour -- spanning four concerts in four venues -- that includes performances by the Oberlin Faculty Jazz Ensemble, Oberlin Contemporary Music Ensemble with International Contemporary Ensemble (ICE), Oberlin College Choir, Oberlin Baroque and the Oberlin Orchestra.

Oberlin Conservatory of Music Brings 2013 Illumination Tour to NYC, 1/15-19
by BWW News Desk - Dec 7, 2012

One of the country's most prestigious musical institutions, the Oberlin Conservatory of Music comes to New York City in January for a tour -- spanning four concerts in four venues -- that includes performances by the Oberlin Faculty Jazz Ensemble, Oberlin Contemporary Music Ensemble with International Contemporary Ensemble (ICE), Oberlin College Choir, Oberlin Baroque and the Oberlin Orchestra.

Songfest Celebrates Seventeenth Annual Song Festival, 6/3-28
by Kelsey Denette - May 4, 2012

SongFest is a festival for singers and collaborative pianists, which covers all aspects of the art of song: musical interpretation, literary interpretation, and effective public presentation. Master classes are taught to singers and pianists by distinguished artists of international stature. Each master class focuses thematically on specific vocal repertoire, presenting and studying it in new and challenging contexts.

The Harris Theater Announces Their Holiday Shows And Events
by BWW News Desk - Dec 2, 2010

This December, the Harris Theater for Music and Dance will celebrate the holidays with a full schedule of events, offering something for everyone!

The Philadelphia Orchestra Announces Their Holiday Events
by Gabrielle Sierra - Nov 17, 2010

This winter fill your holidays with the musical joys of the world-renowned Philadelphia Orchestra.

The Harris Theater Announces Their Holiday Shows And Events
by Gabrielle Sierra - Nov 15, 2010

This December, the Harris Theater for Music and Dance will celebrate the holidays with a full schedule of events, offering something for everyone!

Philadelphia Orchestra Announces 2010-2011 Season
by Marivic Tagala - Aug 24, 2010

The Philadelphia Orchestra celebrates its 30-year musical partnership with Chief Conductor Charles Dutoit in the 2010-11 season. Highlights of Mr. Dutoit's nine subscription weeks with the Orchestra include the 2010-11 Opening Night with violinist Joshua Bell; the U.S. premiere of James MacMillan's Violin Concerto, co-commissioned by the Orchestra, with Vadim Repin; the world premiere of Jonathan Leshnoff's Flute Concerto with Principal Flute Jeffrey Khaner; and Berlioz's The Damnation of Faust with mezzo-soprano Susan Graham and tenor Paul Groves. Mr. Dutoit also leads the Orchestra in three performances at New York's Carnegie Hall and a performance at the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, D.C.

Recording of Philip Glass' ORPHEE To Be Released by Orange Mountain Music 7/20
by BWW News Desk - Jul 20, 2010

The Orange Mountain Music label has announced the commercial release of the world premiere recording of Philip Glass' Orphée, conducted by Anne Manson with the Portland Opera Company, which will be available for purchase on July 20, 2010.

Recording of Philip Glass' ORPHEE To Be Released by Orange Mountain Music 7/20
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jul 13, 2010

The Orange Mountain Music label has announced the commercial release of the world premiere recording of Philip Glass' Orphée, conducted by Anne Manson with the Portland Opera Company, which will be available for purchase on July 20, 2010.

Photo Coverage: Sting, Styler and Price Star in BC/EFA 'Twin Spirits' Benefit
by Walter McBride - Mar 28, 2006

The unique performance of John Caird's Twin Spirits took place at the New Victory Theatre on Monday, March 27, 2006, as a benefit for Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.