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"Sellars had mezzo-soprano Kelley O'Connor cut her long hair short, a controversial move. But not only did it add to her vulnerability as Mary, it made her facial expressions stand out with astonishing vividness. With the help of James F. Ingalls; precise yet restrained lighting, which captured the smallest subtleties of expression, O'Conno reminded me of Renée Jeanne Falconetti in Carl Theodor Dreyer's 1928 silent film, "The Passion of Joan of Arc," one of the most affecting portrayals of human suffering in all art.."
Mark Swed, Los Angeles Times.
Tenor Trombone, Alto Trombone, Euphonium, Bass Trumpet. Sackbut, Baroque
47 Colebank Rd, Hall Green, Birmingham, B28 8EZ
Kenneth Alwyn has a long association with BBC Radio and Television as the conductor and presenter of the award winning 'Friday Night is Music Night ' and BBC Television's Omnibus programme ‘Tchaikovsky-the secrets of successes. His many recordings include Decca's first stereo, with the London Symphony Orchestra, Hiawatha with Bryn Terfel and the Welsh National Opera and the Gramophone award for the best film music with the Royal Ballet Sinfonia. His two volume memoirs, 'A Baton in the Ballet- and, ‘Is Anyone Watching?' have proved popular. He is a Fellow of the Royal Academy of Music
Horelands, West Chiltington Lane, Broadford Bridge, Billingshurst, RH14 9EA
In over half a century of music-making, Kensington Symphony Orchestra has built an enviable reputation as one of the UK's most accomplished and adventurous non-professional orchestras. Established classics, neglected masterpieces and works of today's leading composers are all hallmarks of KSO's repertoire, all performed with a skill and panache that has garnered praise from all quarters. KSO promotes its own season of 6 concerts each year in London, at St John's Smith Square, Southbank Centre, Cadogan Hall and Milton Court, often including commissions and new works.
Alan Vincent founded Kent Chamber Choir in 1983. With some six concerts a year we bring high quality choral singing to towns and villages throughout Kent, occasionally elsewhere in the UK and abroad. Drawing on membership of forty or so singers our repertoire ranges from simple miniatures to complex music for two or more choirs.
Kent County Youth Orchestra was founded in 1963 to provide gifted young musicians in Kent the opportunity to develop their skills and gain performing experience. The orchestra meets on courses at Christmas, Easter and in the summer, and players work with professional tutors and leading professional conductors. KCYO consists of up to one hundred players whose ages range from 13 to 21 years. Membership is subject to audition and is open to any young players who live in Kent, at a standard of grade 7 .
Kent Music, 24 Turkey Court, Turkey Mill, Maidstone, Kent, ME14 5PP, United Kingdom
Renowned for interpretations of clarity, elegance and intelligence, Kent Nagano is equally at home in music of the classical, romantic and contemporary eras, introducing concert and opera audiences throughout the world to new and rediscovered music and offering fresh insights into the established repertoire. In addition to his roles as Music Director Orchestre Symphonique de Montréal and Principal Guest Conductor Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra he is in great demand as a guest conductor with the world’s finest orchestras. Kent Nagano records exclusively for Sony Music.
Introducing the Kent Youth Choir (KYC), formed in 1983. Our choir brings together talented young musicians from Year 9 to 21 years old. We explore a wide range of advanced choral music from different genres and eras. We've performed in prestigious venues both in the UK and abroad, sharing our love for music with audiences far and wide.
Through residential and non-residential courses in school holidays, members have the chance to study and rehearse music in a focused, creative environment.
Units 25 & 26, Creative Enterprise Quarter, Javelin Way, Ashford, Kent, TN24 8FN, United Kingdom
