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Ecstasies sometimes, sometimes not

Philippa Kiraly — Mon, 13 Oct 2014 14:52:35 +0000

Choral Arts’ program, Bach Plus: The Ecstasies Above, performed at St. Joseph Parish Friday night, was a draw for anyone who loves Bach cantatas and for those who love the adventures of new choral music, knowing they would be sung by one of our most accomplished choirs under conductor Robert Bode. The new choral works, … Continue reading →

An Hour of Peaceful Holiday Song With Choral Arts

Dana Wen — Sun, 22 Dec 2013 23:00:22 +0000

For those on the go during the holidays, Choral Arts' annual Christmas concert provides an tiny oasis of calm during December's hustle and bustle. The choir's hour-long program of uninterrupted holiday music had two performances over the weekend of December 14-15.

What We’re Hearing This Holiday Season: Classical Music Picks For Christmas

Dana Wen — Wed, 11 Dec 2013 23:00:40 +0000

The holiday concert season is already in full swing, but there's still a full calendar of festive musical events set to spread Christmas cheer throughout the Seattle area. We've compiled a small sampling of yuletide offerings for everyone, from grandma to your hipster cousin.

Choral Arts’ praise of Mary

Philippa Kiraly — Sun, 06 Oct 2013 17:56:38 +0000

Richard Sparks would be proud of the choir he formed and nurtured. Since 2007, Choral Arts has continued to bloom under the direction of Robert Bode, winning several prestigious prizes over the past three years. Saturday night it displayed its excellence in a program of works of chants and songs in praise of the Virgin … Continue reading →

What We’re Hearing This Month: Classical Music Picks for October

Dana Wen — Mon, 30 Sep 2013 16:22:52 +0000

Just as the blustery, wet weather is making us want to scuttle to the nearest concert hall, the October calendar looks like it's filling up with an impressive list of appearances by some of classical music's biggest names. The coming month is also burgeoning with performances by local artists and ensembles as well.

What We’re Hearing This Month: Classical Music Picks for March

Dana Wen — Thu, 01 Mar 2012 00:04:09 +0000

March is upon us, but it's still blustery, rainy, and cold outside. Luckily, Seattle's got plenty of live classical music to keep you warm while we all hunker down and wait for spring to arrive.