Recent Appearances

Recent Appearances

Patrick D. McCoy recently presented a solo recital at Christ and Grace Episcopal Church and a Talk at Virginia State University. Grace Episcopal Church Photo Gallery: Virginia State University Photo...
Presence Revisited

Presence Revisited

Reflections on the contributions of African American artists in early American music. The term “early music” conjures many thoughts. Whether these involve specific composers, genres, or places, it is not often that African-American musicians are in the forefront....
Winner’s Purse

Winner’s Purse

Multiple Tony and Grammy Award-winning singer/actress Audra McDonald, 44, dishes about her upcoming concert at the Music Center at Strathmore, balancing singing and acting and dressing up on and off stage. Read the full article in Wahington Life Magazine
Vocal Royalty

Vocal Royalty

On the eve of her performance at Strathmore, mezzo-soprano Denyce Graves talks about rebuilding after a fire, a new teaching post and performing before her hometown audience. Read the full article in Washington Life Magazine
Bell of the Ball

Bell of the Ball

An exclusive interview with violin virtuoso Joshua Bell kicks off WL’s new performing arts column. Since capturing the attention of the great conductor Ricardo Mutti at age 14, Grammy award winning violinist Joshua Bell continues to enjoy a flourishing career,...