Podcasts about considering matthew shepard

May is Jewish American Heritage Month - or JAHM - and The Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History here in Philadelphia has been at the center of the national efforts to celebrate and educate about Jewish American history and culture. Host Racquel Williams talks with Emily August, The Weitzman's Director of JAHM, and Dan Tadmor, President and CEO, about how everyone can fight antisemitism and honor Jewish American heritage all year long. Then, on Shara in the City, warm up those vocal chords - we're visiting Philadelphia's LGBTQ+ all-voices choir, Philadelphia Voices of Pride. Shara Dae Howard stops by a rehearsal as the choir prepares for their upcoming performance of “Considering Matthew Shepard”.  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How can an arts organization consistently attract top talent and inspire top donors at their annual gala or signature fundraising event? In this episode, I talk with Craig Hella Johnson, Founder & Artistic Director of the multi-GRAMMY AWARD®-winning ensemble Conspirare, to discuss their signature fundraising event, Hidden Music. For over 30 years, Conspirare has captivated audiences with powerful, thought-provoking performances, including Craig's acclaimed work Considering Matthew Shepard. Their annual gala, Hidden Music, has become one of Austin's most beloved and successful fundraising events focused on the arts. Craig shares insights on how to build and retain a world-class ensemble, connect meaningfully with donors, and create events that leave a lasting emotional impact. He also reflects on how to honor loved ones with integrity and depth during fundraising performances. This is one episode you will not want to miss.

Under the direction of Dr. Gerry Kreitzer, the Cedar Rapids Concert Chorale has been preparing for their upcoming performance of the Grammy-nominated three-part Oratorio by Craig Hella Johnson, Considering Matthew Shepard. The music celebrates and honors the life and legacy of Matthew Shepard, a young gay man who was brutally attacked and murdered in 1998.  … Continue reading

Albany Pro Musica, the Capital Region's preeminent choral ensemble, presents the Capital Region premiere of “Considering Matthew Shepard,” a choral drama by Craig Hella Johnson, at Troy Savings Bank Music Hall in Troy, New York on Sunday, March 9 at 3 p.m.

On May 18th, choirs from Napa Valley College and Napa High School will team up to perform “Considering Matthew Shepard.” This month, student members from both choruses talk about the oratorio and their experience learning and performing the music. We will also have all the details about how you can … Continue reading → The post Show Notes – April 28, 2024 appeared first on Outbeat Radio News.

As  I waited for inspiration the world changed - the war between Israel & Hamas - the power battle between extremes in the GOP - The performance we attended of “Considering Matthew Shepard”, a poignant and brilliant reminder of the co-existence of hate and love.  You will hear how I have been effected by these, as I realize that poetry has a valuable role in this world.These poems also reflect my search for an experience of the famed "Vortexes of Sedona".Support the show

The Halifax Camerata Singers are mounting a performance of "Considering Matthew Shepard." It's a reflection on the 1998 murder of a young gay man in Wyoming. Jeff Joudrey, founder and artistic director of the choir, talks about why he chose this performance to be his last.

Dr. Alan Baker, Music Director/Conductor of the Choral Society of NEPA and the Bloomsburg University Choirs, speaking about the upcoming performances of the regional premiere of "Considering Matthew Shepard", an oratorio by Craig Hella Johnson, to be presented 4/15 at 7:00 pm at the First Presbyterian Church of Clarks Summit & 4/16 at 4:00 pm at St. Stephen's Episcopal Church, 35 S. Franklin Street in downtown Wilkes-Barre. There is no admission fee. www.choralsociety.net/

On today's show, the Arkansas lawmakers recently passed a law slashing retail net-metering credit rates. Home and business solar systems in the state receive net-metering credits for excess solar energy distributed into the electric grid. Also, the University of Arkansas Schola Cantorum will perform "Considering Matthew Shepard" this Saturday. Also, an excerpt from the latest "Undisciplined" episode and more.

Dr. Alan Baker, Music Director/Conductor of the Choral Society of NEPA and the Bloomsburg University Choirs, offering a preview of the upcoming performances of the regional premiere of "Considering Matthew Shepard", an oratorio by Craig Hella Johnson, to be presented 4/1/23 at 7:30 pm in Mitrani Hall at Bloomsburg University; 4/15 at 7:00 pm at the First Presbyterian Church of Clarks Summit & 4/16 at 4:00 pm at St. Stephen's Episcopal Church, 35 S. Franklin Street in downtown Wilkes-Barre. There is no admission fee. www.choralsociety.net/

Murray Kidd joins the panel to talk about Polymnia and their latest show “Considering Matthew Shepard” plus a run down of all the news in town.

For Video Edition, Please Click and Subscribe Here: https://youtu.be/DTiQGl9tPoM Peabody Award winning broadcaster, director, designer, filmmaker and producer. Afternoon host on New York's Classical Radio Station 105.9FM, WQXR, host of the national radio concerts of The Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center and has hosted more than 60 concerts on-stage at Carnegie Hall, where his film FACE TO FACE premiered. Founding Executive Artistic Director of ArtsRock.org of Rockland County, NY. For 20 years he's been bringing professional concerts, theater and conversations to his upstate community. Co-Creator and Producer of the National Tour of AN EVENING WITH ITZHAK PERLMAN and MICHAEL FEINSTEIN CELEBRATES JUDY GARLAND. Co-Director and Projection Designer of the live national tour and PBS TV Special of CONSIDERING MATTHEW SHEPARD by Craig Hella Johnson. Executive Producer of The Public Theater's Shakespeare in the Park on the Radio of RICHARD II. Elliott has directed several versions of A CHRISTMAS CAROL with such Scrooges as David Hyde Pierce, F. Murray Abraham, Brian Cox, Tony Roberts and Kathleen Turner. He regularly produces, directs and designs symphony concerts: LA Philharmonic, The NY Philharmonic, Houston Symphony, Philadelphia Orchestra, Atlanta Symphony, New Haven Symphony Pasadena Pops and the Little Orchestra Society in venues including the Kennedy Center, Hollywood Bowl and Lincoln Center. Orchestra narrator: Saint-Saens' Carnival of the Animals, Peter and the Wolf, Stravinsky's Soldier's Tale and Britten's Young Person's Guide. For 12 years, Host for A&E Television's Breakfast with the Arts. BA in Theater from the University of Texas, Austin. www.ElliottForrest.com  

Dr. Howell talks with Craig Hella Johnson, Grammy-winning founder and Artistic Director of Conspirare renowned as one of today's most influential voices in choral conducting. They speak about conducting, composing, and deeper connections between music, spirituality, and the world. His work, Considering Matthew Shepard, will be at Myers Park UMC on June 3 at 7:30 p.m.

Charlotte Master Chorale brings back Considering Matthew Shepard, a “fusion oratorio” that examines the notorious 1998 hate crime that triggered a new era of activism. Acclaimed choral conductor Craig Hella Johnson talks about the work.

Michael Shapiro in conversation with broadcaster and producer Elliott Forrest about his many productions such as Considering Matthew Shepard with Craig Hella Johnson and Conspirare and original work called The Babbling Orchestra with Michael Shapiro. www.michaelshapiro.com www.elliottforrest.com

Irish choreographer Michael Keegan-Dolan achieved worldwide success with Fabulous Beast, but a yearning for his cultural roots led him to found a new company: Teac Damsa. Also, the Sydney Philharmonia Choirs recount a young man's life and horrific murder in Considering Matthew Shepard, and we discuss the resurgence of audio drama with America's most produced playwright Lauren Gunderson and Australian Lachlan Philpott.

In this episode, we are flying to Montreal, QC to interview Andrew Hon from McGill University. Andrew and I are going to discuss about the relationship between choral music and social justice, based on the piece “Considering Matthew Shepard” by Craig Hella Johnson.

Irish choreographer Michael Keegan-Dolan achieved worldwide success with Fabulous Beast, but a yearning for his cultural roots led him to found a new company: Teac Damsa.Also, the Sydney Philharmonia Choirs recount a young man's life and horrific murder in Considering Matthew Shepard, and we discuss the resurgence of audio drama with America's most produced playwright Lauren Gunderson and Australian Lachlan Philpott.

Irish choreographer Michael Keegan-Dolan achieved worldwide success with Fabulous Beast, but a yearning for his cultural roots led him to found a new company: Teac Damsa. Also, the Sydney Philharmonia Choirs recount a young man's life and horrific murder in Considering Matthew Shepard, and we discuss the resurgence of audio drama with America's most produced playwright Lauren Gunderson and Australian Lachlan Philpott.

Acclaimed choral conductor Craig Hella Johnson is the composer of Considering Matthew Shepard , a “fusion oratorio” that examines the notorious 1998 hate crime that triggered a new era of activism. He talks about the work and its regional premiere by the Charlotte Master Chorale. Learn more about the Charlotte Master Chorale's performance of Considering Matthew Shepard

Considering Matthew Shepard tells the tragic story of the senseless killing of a Wyoming college student in the form of an opera. Shepard was 21 years old when he was beaten, tied to a fencepost, set on fire and left for dead by two men who had offered him a ride. Opera Idaho presents Considering Matthew Shepard and on Thursday, Idaho Matters speaks with Dr. Michael Porter, artistic director of the Critical Mass Vocal Artists about the production at the Cathedral of the Rockies.

As we do every Friday, we’ll be traveling across the state letting you know about places events that make Mississippi great!!! On today’s show we’re going to speak with Ki Harris with the Sunflower County Freedom Project about the student play “Crumbs from the Table of Joy”, then we'll speak with Jane Halbert-Jones about the Jackson City Tours. Next, we’ll talk to Patrick Welsh about Conspirare's oratorio "Considering Matthew Shepard" and end our trip with musical guest Keesha Pratt of the Keesha Pratt Band. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Jessica Valls has created a fascinating career as a double bass performer, educator, and free improvisor. She performs regularly with the Austin Symphony, San Antonio Symphony, and the vocal group Conspirare.  She also plays chamber music, jazz gigs, and solo performances. Jessica teaches at Southwestern University, Austin Community College, and Huston-Tillotson University.  She is also the founder ad director of the Austin Bass Workshop. Jessica is a dedicated free improvisor, incorporating singing, bass playing, and other elements on a regular basis into her performances. This episode is divided into three parts: Part 1 - Being Onstage Part 2 - Improvisation: The Hows and Whys Part 3 - Reflection and Advice Links to check out: Intermezzo by Reinhold Gliére - with improvised introduction from Jessica Improvisation from the first Austin Bass Workshop 2015 Considering Matthew Shepard - an ongoing project with Conspirare Group free improv - workshop video that we discuss Austin Bass Workshop Contrabass Conversations is sponsored by: The Upton Bass String Instrument Company.  Upton's Concord model is the first truly authentic New England double bass that they’ve made. Beautiful sloping shoulders (the same upper bouts as their Gary Karr Upton Double Bass), Busetto corners, Prescott ff-holes, flat maple back and sides (many grades available) with deep ribs (lined outside) and a deluxe spruce top combined with a finely detailed scroll, button and hand-cut tuners that pay homage to Prescott while keeping with their own highly-revered and uniquely New England tradition of instrument building. A440 Violin Shop - An institution in the Roscoe Village neighborhood for over 20 years, A440's commitment to fairness and value means that we have many satisfied customers from the local, national, and international string playing communities. Our clients include major symphony orchestras, professional orchestra and chamber music players, aspiring students, amateur adult players, all kinds of fiddlers, jazz and commercial musicians, university music departments, and public schools. Bass Violin Shop -  Offers the Southeast's largest inventory of laminate, hybrid and carved double basses. Whether you are in search of the best entry-level laminate, or a fine pedigree instrument, there is always a unique selection ready for you to try. Trade-ins and consignments welcome! Subscribe to the podcast to get these interviews delivered to you automatically!

Craig Johnson wrote a beautiful piece of music that commemorates a tragic event: the brutal beating of a young gay man. The piece asks listeners to consider Matt Shepard, the person who lived through the event, and to consider the life Shepard lived prior to the beating. In this episode, part 2 of our 2-part series on activism in classical music, Johnson talks about his Grammy-nominated choral work, “Considering Matthew Shepard.” He also talks about the strong and effective tool that classical music can be in bringing people together and in shedding light upon dark places. Music in this episode: Music from “Considering Matthew Shepard,” by Craig Hella Johnson By Johann Sebastian Bach B Minor Mass Prelude in C major from Book I of The Well-Tempered Clavier St. Matthew Passion Audio production by Todd “Hella” Hulslander with assistance from Dacia Clay and Mark DiClaudio. To learn more about Conspirare, go here. To learn more about the Laramie Project, go here.

Grammy-winning conductor/composer Craig Hella Johnson, founder and artistic director for the choral organization Conspirare, discusses his arresting new work, Considering Matthew Shepard.