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Unheard: classical & Contemporary women composers (CANCELLED)
The ‘UNHEARD’ series, a lecture-recital program featuring works by women composers past and present, is proud to collaborate with Berklee’s Women Musicians Network for the exciting third edition.
This edition - ‘Classical & Contemporary Women Composers’ will include more contemporary and popular instrumental and vocal genres, with works by women from the conservatory and the college, as well as other American composers.
Come join us as we discover a unique combination of works by women composers in the classical and contemporary repertoire, learn about the inspiration behind their works and hear them tell their stories, in celebration of Women’s History Month!
Details:
Where: Boston Conservatory at Berklee, 31 Hemenway Street, T401
When: 14 March 2020, 8PM, Saturday
Helping autism speak: finding expression through song
As part of Yong Siew Toh Conservatory of Music’s triennial Performers(‘) Present International Artistic Research Symposium - Telling Stories, Rachel will be presenting her research paper on “Helping Autism Speak: Finding Expression through Song.”
Abstract
Every individual has a story regardless of their abilities. As there is a higher prevalence of diagnosed Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) across countries all over the world, there is a greater need to help each individual find their unique voice and a way to tell their story. Research has shown that many people on the spectrum have a particular affinity for music, possessing absolute pitch and some even displaying savant-like abilities. The presentation will discuss the use of music as a tool for connection with individuals with autism, and my journey mentoring a six-old-year girl with autism through a series of voice lessons that helped her develop her voice for expression, language and communication. I will also address the benefits of private music instruction for children with autism, teaching strategies in the studio and expand on practical steps for developing lesson outlines, methods and adaptations that allow the space for creative expression.
Details:
Where: Yong Siew Toh Conservatory of Music, National University of Singapore, Ensemble Rm 1
3 Conservatory Drive, Singapore 117376
When: 24 October 2019, 2.45PM, Thursday
Unheard: romantic & rebellious women composers
Following the success of our first edition salon lecture-recital "Unheard: A History of Women Composers," we present the second of our series exploring the chamber music of women composers post 17th century.
Join us as we traverse through the sights and sounds of lesser known composers in history as well as contemporary ones, learn about their romantic and rebellious stories and indulge in the beautiful music sung and played by the harp, flute, strings and marimba.
Details:
Where: Boston Conservatory at Berklee, 31 Hemenway, T401
When: 19 October 2019, 2PM, Saturday
Kerry deal studio recital
Come hear the students of Dr Kerry Deal perform art songs and arias at the Boston Conservatory at Berklee.
Details:
Where: Boston Conservatory at Berklee, 31 Hemenway, T401
When: 13 April 2019, 12PM
Unheard: a history of women composers
In commemoration of Women's History Month, we present our first edition salon lecture-recital "Unheard: A History of Women Composers."
Over the centuries, women struggled to be heard in a world dominated by men. Women who desired a career in the arts or sciences had a particularly difficult time gaining respect and credibility for their work. Many hid behind pseudonyms or gained recognition only because of their marital status.
Join us as we explore the music of women composers: Caccini, Strozzi, Mendelssohn, Schumann, Beach, Vieu and Boulanger, and how they defied stereotypes to be heard, setting the tone for future generations to follow.
Details:
Where: Boston Conservatory at Berklee, 8 Fenway, Houston Hall
When: 5 March 2019, 8PM
Voyage Festival: The song
Once upon a time, in a faraway land, there was a person. This person never moved – but instead watched through the mind’s eye vignettes of the lives of others playing at rapid speed; fantasies, dramas, epic sagas woven into a multiverse of stories…
Immerse yourself in a journey of music inspired by stories and poetry.
There is no single path, because each free-spirited stroll finds its own perfect track.
There is no ‘the end’, for we want you to discover: where will your mind’s cinema take you? Come and find out for yourself!
Details:
Where: Yong Siew Toh Conservatory of Music, National University of Singapore, Orchestra Hall
When: 25 August 2018, 3PM
simple gifts
The International Festival Chorus (IFC) is proud to be presenting ‘Simple Gifts’, featuring Rutter’s “Mass Of The Children” with choir, a children’s choir (from Ahmad Ibrahim Secondary School) and a young orchestra. The ‘Simple Gifts’ are brought to you on Mothers’ Day, and also include a selection of children’s songs for adults, who have stayed young at heart. In the second half, some young guest singers will join us on stage. Please welcome them together with us!
Details:
Where: Yong Siew Toh Conservatory of Music, National University of Singapore, Concert Hall
When: 13 May 2018, 5PM