Philip Brunelle

VocalEssence Unveils Concerts For 2024-2025 Season 'Seasons Of Song'

VocalEssence has revealed its 56th season, 'Seasons of Song,' featuring eight events that showcase the diverse power of choral music. Learn how to purchase tickets.

VocalEssence and The Bach Society Of Minnesota to Present Bach's Joyous Christmas Oratorio in December

Old friends and past collaborators the VocalEssence Ensemble Singers and the Bach Society of Minnesota will join once again to present  Bach's Christmas Oratorio. There will be two opportunities to enjoy Bach's retelling of the traditional Christmas story, December 15 and 16. 

VocalEssence Announces 2023-2024 Season: "Together We Sing"

​​​​​​​VocalEssence, one of the world's premier choral music organizations, is gearing up for its 'speed limit' season-55 years of making music and celebrating the joy of singing together. In honor of this auspicious occasion the new season will feature collaborations with the St. Olaf Choir, the Bach Society of Minnesota, and Northrop, as well as exciting commissions by vocal activist Melanie DeMore, Latvian composer Ēriks Ešenvalds, and Minnesotans Jocelyn Hagen and Kyle Pederson.

Closure of BBC Singers Sends 'Bleak Message' say Freelance Choral Representatives

Representatives of the UK’s freelance professional choral ensembles have said the decision to close the BBC Singers is “a huge false economy”.

LOYCE HOULTON'S NUTCRACKER FANTASY Returns to Minnesota Dance Theatre

​​​​​​​ Loyce Houlton's Nutcracker Fantasy, Minnesota Dance Theatre's (MDT) cherished holiday tradition, returns to the State Theatre with Loyce Houlton's imaginative choreography, Tchaikovsky's iconic score and the dazzling dancers of the MDT company and school.

Kent Tritle Announced as a Chorus America 2020 Award Recipient

Chorus America has announced the recipients of its 2020 awards program, recognizing a broad range of achievements in choral music, including artistic excellence, adventurous programming, innovative education programs, and lifetime service to the choral art.

La Orquesta Sinfónica De Minería Celebrará Su 40 Aniversario En El Palacio De Bellas Artes

La Orquesta Sinfónica de Minería (OSM) concluirá su temporada de verano 2018 con un concierto de gala en el máximo recinto de la cultura en México: el Palacio de Bellas Artes. Esta sesión especial, que estará bajo la batuta del director artístico de la agrupación, Carlos Miguel Prieto, se llevará a cabo el próximo viernes 31 de agosto a las 20:00.

The Falmouth Chorale to Present CAROLS & LULLABIES Holiday Concert

The Falmouth Chorale, led by Artistic Director John Yankee, presents a holiday concert, Carols & Lullabies today, December 9 at 4 pm and Sunday, December 10 at 3 pm.

The Falmouth Chorale to Present CAROLS & LULLABIES Holiday Concert

The Falmouth Chorale, led by Artistic Director John Yankee, presents a holiday concert, Carols & Lullabies on Saturday, December 9 at 4 pm and Sunday, December 10 at 3 pm.

Humorist GARRISON KEILLOR Brings His Unique Wisdom and Whimsy to The McCallum Theatre

The McCallum Theatre presents Garrison Keillor on Friday, January 27, at 8:00pm. True to his radio form, the humorist shares hilarious anecdotes about growing up in the American Midwest, the people of Lake Wobegon, and "late-life fatherhood." With a wonderful, dry sense of humor, he captivates audiences and delivers with class, charisma, and wisdom. One of the most prolific American storytellers of all time, Garrison Keillor is a best-selling author and humorist known for his popular live radio variety show, "A Prairie Home Companion," which attracts more than 4 million listeners on more than 600 public radio stations each week.

American Composers Forum Announces Recipients of Champion of New Music Award

The American Composers Forum (ACF) Board of Directors has voted to present its 2016 “Champion of New Music” award to four outstanding recipients: Pianist and Contemporary Chamber Ensemble founding member Gilbert Kalish; Opera Parallèle's artistic director, conductor, and founder Nicole Paiement; new music writer, blogger and New Yorker magazine columnist Alex Ross; and conductor, pianist, composer and pedagogue Robert Spano at public ceremonies this year. The “Champion of New Music” award was established by ACF in 2005 as a national mark of recognition to honor individuals or ensembles that have made a significant contribution to the work and livelihoods of contemporary composers. ACF President and CEO John Nuechterlein will present the awards at three events in the coming months:

Pianist Rich Dworsky to Join Garrison Keillor for Evening of Storytelling & Music at NJPAC, 1/31

New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) an evening with Pianist Rich Dworsky and Garrison Keillor. Rich Dworsky will be joining Garrison Keillor as Musical Guest and Accompanist for an evening of storytelling and music on Sunday, January 31, 2016 at 7pm. Don't miss the award-winning theatrical storyteller and host of public radio's A Prairie Home Companion as he shares his homespun humor with NJPAC audience. You can still get tickets at NJPAC.org or 888.GO.NJPAC (888.466.5722)

NJPAC to Welcome Theatrical Storyteller Garrison Keillor in January

New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) presents an evening with Garrison Keillor, the award-winning theatrical storyteller and host of public radio's A Prairie Home Companion, shares his homespun humor with NJPAC audiences. Sunday, January 24, 2016 7:00 PM at Prudential Hall. Get your tickets now at NJPAC.org or 888.GO.NJPAC (888.466.5722)

Ina Garten, The Tenors & Garrison Keillor Headed to NJPAC This Season

New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) announces three new shows on sale Friday, May 8th at 10AM.

American Composers Forum Announces Champion of New Music Award Winners

The American Composers Forum (ACF) Board of Directors has voted to present its 2015 “Champion of New Music” award to three outstanding recipients: the American Composers Orchestra, flutist and Director of the International Contemporary Ensemble (ICE) Claire Chase, and conductor Michael Morgan, at public ceremonies this year in Oakland, Brooklyn, and New York City.

Young People's Chorus of New York City Performs Today at Roseville Lutheran Church

The world-renowned Young People's Chorus of New York City (YPC) conducted by Artistic Director/Founder Francisco J. Núñez will be presented today, November 22, at Roseville Lutheran Church by VocalEssence, as part of the 46th anniversary season of Minnesota's acclaimed professional chorus.

Young People's Chorus of New York City to Perform at at Roseville Lutheran Church, 11/22

The world-renowned Young People's Chorus of New York City (YPC) conducted by Artistic Director/Founder Francisco J. Núñez will be presented on Saturday, November 22, at Roseville Lutheran Church by VocalEssence, as part of the 46th anniversary season of Minnesota's acclaimed professional chorus.

Garrison Keillor Returns to Bass Hall This Evening

Performing Arts Fort Worth presents An Evening with Garrison Keillor at Bass Performance Hall tonight, October 30, at 7:30 p.m. Tickets start at $33 and are on sale NOW.

Cape Town Opera and UCT Opera School to Present POSTCARD FROM MOROCCO, 19-23 Nov

Cape Town Opera in collaboration with the UCT Opera School will present Argento's POSTCARD FROM MOROCCO. This exotic and colourful one act opera by Pulitzer-prize and Grammy Award winning composer Dominick Argento makes its South African debut at the Artscape Theatre from 19 to 23 November 2014 for five performances only.

Humorist & Host of A Prairie Home Companion AN EVENING WITH GARRISON KEILLOR Set for DPAC This January

Master storyteller and host of public radio's A Prairie Home Companion, Garrison Keillor returns to DPAC, Durham Performing Arts Center, on January 29, 2015