by Patrick D. McCoy | Mar 21, 2019 | Article, Featured, News, Videos
CELEBRATING A MUSICAL GENIUS: Today marks the 334th Anniversary of the great Baroque Master-J. S. Bach. by Patrick D. McCoy Happy Birthday to the world’s greatest composer: Johann Sebastian Bach (March 21, 1685-July 28, 1750). Whether it is his great...
by Patrick D. McCoy | Mar 20, 2019 | Article, Featured, Radio, Reviews
A FESTIVAL OF MUSIC: Based in Charleston, SC, The Colour of Music Festival recently mounted performances featuring prominently musicians of color at the Duke Ellington School of the Arts, culminating in a performance of the Mozart “Requiem”, in memory of...
by Patrick D. McCoy | Mar 20, 2019 | Article, Featured, News
DOCUMENTARY: In the anticipation of a complete documentary chronicling the career of legendary conductor Nathan Carter, a special concert will take place in DC on March 23. by Patrick D. McCoy –FROM A PRESS RELEASE The musical legacy of beloved conductor Nathan...
by Patrick D. McCoy | Mar 19, 2019 | Article, Featured, News, Reviews
GOING GREEN: Paying homage to Artistic Director Christopher Bell’s homeland, The Washington Chorus presented a festive program celebrating Saint Patrick’s Day. by Patrick D. McCoy A special part of any Saint Patrick’s Day celebration is the presence...
by Patrick D. McCoy | Mar 13, 2019 | Article, News
IN TRIBUTE: The Charleston based Colour of Music Festival takes up residence at the Duke Ellington School of the Arts in performances in memory of beloved school co-founder Peggy Cooper Cafritz. by Patrick D. McCoy Beginning on Thursday, March 14, 2019 at 7:30 p.m.,...
by Patrick D. McCoy | Mar 12, 2019 | Article, Featured, News, Reviews
WINDOWS OF HEAVEN: Artistic Director Robert Shafer lead The City Choir of Washington in a special program of sacred choral gems by French masters. by Patrick D. McCoy The afternoon of music presented by The City Choir of Washington for many was like spending the...