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Venice in the East
Venice In The East: April 27-29, 2018 Program Notes by Alexander Lingas From its emergence as a significant political entity in the sixth century under the rule of the Eastern Roman (“Byzantine”) Empire to the dissolution of the Republic by Napoleon in 1797, the city of Venice remained closely tied to the Greek East. Following
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Ivan Moody Talks Akáthistos Hymn With iClassics
“The harmonies are lush and dark in Russian style, though periodically the shadows disperse as in a cloud-break and the sound brightens. The effect over the whole hymn is of a slow revelation of light and warmth over an ancient musical ground.” (Willamette Week) “Something new, substantial, and profound” (Sunday Oregonian) Standing Room Only — Ivan
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Machaut: Messe de Nostre Dame
Guillaume de Machaut (1300-1377) Guillaume de Machaut’s Messe de Nostre Dame (c. 1360-65) began to attract great interest during the 20th century. It is the first mass composed for four voices with a known composer, and as such, it is widely considered to mark the beginning of a new musical era. In addition, Machaut himself
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The Russian Chant Revival
Major traditions of complex sacred music throughout Europe were shaped during the so-called “long nineteenth century” (the period of relative peace which lasted from the battle of Waterloo to the outbreak of World War I) by movements to recover elements of early traditions for modern use. These efforts, like contemporary “back-to-roots” endeavors in non-musical arts
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New MusicWeb Review for Maximilian Steinberg: Passion Week
After John Quinn named Maximilian Steinberg: Passion Week an April “Recording of the Month”, another MusicWeb International critic has been listening to our world premiere recording: “It is hard to imagine the turmoil surrounding conflict and persecution between the Communist state and the Church in this period, and even more so on hearing this tender
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Ivan Moody: From Darkness to Light
The From Darkness to Light programme is a journey in more than one sense. Firstly, it takes us from spiritual darkness (the condition which is cured, according to Orthodox Christian tradition, by metanoia, a change of heart) to light, the radiance of the Resurrection of Christ, by which mankind is made new. Secondly, it takes
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Gifts of Securities to Cappella Romana
Yes, you can give Securities to Cappella Romana When you make a gift of appreciated securities you help Cappella Romana, and could receive a double tax benefit—a charitable deduction and avoidance of capital gains tax. Securities can be donated to the Annual Fund, to specific publications or to recording projects, to name just a few
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Tallis Scholars
Tallis Scholars Mysteries and Miracles The Tallis ScholarsPeter Phillips, director Experience the wonder of miracles through music that stirs the soul. Tracing the life of Christ, from the mystery of his birth to his radiant resurrection, hear storms calmed and demons cast out in vivid motets. Two of Arvo Pärt’s modern masterpieces complete the program,
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Passion for Life
Passion for Life Steinberg & Gretchaninov, Survivors of the Soviet Regime Cappella RomanaAlexander Lingas, music director Banned, buried, and resurrected: Orthodox hymns for Holy Week that survived the Stalinist machine, brought to life in the deeply moving Passion Week settings by Maximilian Steinberg and Alexander Gretchaninov. Cappella Romana’s world premiere of Steinberg’s Passion Week in 2O14
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Christmas With Cappella
Christmas With Cappella Music for the 12 Days of Christmas A Seattle Times Must-See Holiday Concert! Cappella RomanaAlexander Lingas, music director Let your holiday spirit soar with Cappella Romana’s beloved Christmas concert, featuring selections of Richard Toensing’s moving Kontakion on the Nativity of Christ and music by Kassianí, the earliest female composer whose music survives. Plus
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Living Memories
Living Memories North American Premiere of The Last Anthem By Dimitris Skyllas Cappella Romana45th Parallel UniverseAlexander Lingas, music director The Last Anthem by rising star Dimitris Skyllas gives voice to memories too important to be forgotten. Co-commissioned by Cappella Romana with the İstanbul Festival, The Last Anthem remembers those caught in the “Exchange of Populations” between
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Mass Appeal
Mass Appeal In Collaboration with Portland Youth Philharmonic Cappella RomanaPortland Youth Philharmonic CamerataDavid Hattner, guest conductor Brace yourself for a sonic experience that stirs the soul and lifts the roof. Stravinsky’s Mass is bold, modern, cool—utterly mesmerizing. Bruckner’s Mass answers with lush, soaring harmonies and awe-inspiring grandeur, featuring double choir, reeds, and brass. Performed in collaboration with
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