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FROM THE ARCHIVES: My 2010 interview with bass-baritone Eric Owens about his role as Porgy
A REPRISE: Nine years ago, I had the honor of interviewing bass-baritone Eric Owens about his role as Porgy in the 2010 production of "Porgy and Bess" with Washington National Opera. In celebration of his reprise of this role at The Metropolitan Opera next month and...
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The Death of Renowned Composer and Choral Conductor: Noel Dexter
IN MEMORIAM: Beloved Jamaican composer Noel Dexter has died at the age of 80. by Patrick D. McCoy If you have sung in a church choir or even sat out in the pews, you may have heard the famous hymn "The Right Hand of God." Celebrated Jamaican composer Noel Dexter died...
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY: A Day of Celebration for One of the World’s Greatest Sopranos
A SPARKLING JEWEL: Born on this day 1948 in Portsmouth,Ohio-the internationally acclaimed soprano Kathleen Battle continues to be revered for her beautiful, pure tone, musicality and glamorous stage presence. by Patrick D. McCoy Today marks the birthday of one of...
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The Death of Renowned Composer and Choral Conductor: Noel Dexter
IN MEMORIAM: Beloved Jamaican composer Noel Dexter has died at the age of 80. by Patrick D. McCoy If you have sung in a church choir or even sat out in the pews, you may have heard the famous hymn "The Right Hand of God." Celebrated Jamaican composer Noel Dexter died...
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FROM THE ARCHIVES: My 2010 interview with bass-baritone Eric Owens about his role as Porgy
A REPRISE: Nine years ago, I had the honor of interviewing bass-baritone Eric Owens about his role as Porgy in the 2010 production of "Porgy and Bess" with Washington National Opera. In celebration of his reprise of this role at The Metropolitan Opera next month and...
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JUBILEE: The Story of a People Rings Out in Song at Arena Stage
REVIEW: Now towards the end of its run at Arena Stage, "Jubilee" inspires the power of song through the legacy of the Fisk Jubilee Singers. by Patrick D. McCoy If you ever have met person who has attended a historically black college or university...
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