BRISTOL ENSEMBLE CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR I!!

"A glorious evening of festive music performed by the City of Bristol Choir and the Bristol Ensemble under the baton of the entertaining conductor David Ogden; including sparkling arrangements of Christmas music for choir and orchestra, audience carols, readings and Christmas pieces for orchestra alone."

http://www.stgeorgesbristol.co.uk/event/bristol-ensemble-christmas-spectacular-i/

If you live in the area, this might be something you will want to see.  Concert date, time, and information can be found on the above link. 

Christus Vincit: A Celebration in Music of the Feast of Christ the King!!

  

Although the date of this event has passed, the entire web site might be interesting to look at for some of you.  So, here's the link:  http://www.stmartin-in-the-fields.org/event/christus-vincit-a-celebration-in-music-of-the-feast-of-christ-the-king/

Polish Concert Pianist Builds a ‘Viola Organista’ Based on a 500-Year-Old Sketch from Leonardo Da Vinci!!

John Tavener Dies at 69; Composer With Eye on God!!

John Tavener Dies at 69; Composer With Eye on God

 http://www.nytimes.com/2013/11/13/arts/music/john-tavener-dies-at-69-composer-with-eye-on-god.html?hpw&rref=obituaries&_r=1

Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord, and let Perpetual Light Shine upon him.  May his soul, and the souls of all the faithful departed, through The Mercy of God, rest in peace.  Amen.

My Music History Facebook Page!!

The War of The Vendee!!

 

Normally I post things, on this blog, that are strictly music.  But, not this time, although the orchestral score to "The War of The Vendee" was composed by Kevin Kaska, which was very beautifully done!!

I've seen this movie twice -- both times on EWTN and within just a few days of each other. It is very superbly written by Jim Morlino and very superbly acted by the cast entirely made up of young Catholics -- 250, to be exact!!

You all have to see this, whether it's re-aired on EWTN again, sometime in the future, or if you purchase a DVD through the production company's web site here:  http://www.navispictures.com/Default.asp   

I just can't speak highly enough about this movie. Not only is it Catholic, it's also historical!! 

The Story of my Youth (Gramophone, December 1932) by Pablo Casals!!

  http://www.gramophone.co.uk/HallofFame/Casals/Feature/Storyofmyyouth

MEET THE CAPTAINS OF ONLY BOYS ALOUD!!

http://www.onlyboysaloud.com/the-captains/

ONLY BOYS ALOUD PLAY SWANSEA THIS CHRISTMAS!!

http://www.onlyboysaloud.com/news/2013/10/18/only-boys-aloud-swansea-grand/

Gustavo Dudamel News!!

Gustavo Dudamel is an absolutely F-A-N-T-A-S-T-I-C symphony orchestra Conductor!! He's probably one of the top, if not the top, best Conductor in the world!! As odd as this may sound to state this -- I would LOVE to see HIM in concert!! I wouldn't go to the concert to see and hear the orchestra -- well, all right; to hear the orchestra, yes -- I'd go to the concert to see HIM!! And, I would LOVE to meet him, too, and get his autograph, as well!!

Anyway, here's a bit of recent news about him:  http://gustavodudamel.com/news

Tenor Thomas Elwin!!

After listening to every one of his SoundCloud tracks, all I can say is one word:  B-E-A-U-T-I-F-U-L!! In fact, it's perfectly beautiful!! From "Kuda Kuda" all the way down through the last track on the list, his beautiful singin' just made my heart react very beautifully, which he is among only a handful of singers/musicians who have made my heart react this way!!

So, just click on this link thingy here to hear the beautiful singing that I listened to:  https://soundcloud.com/thomaselwin  
And, while you're at it, please go check out his web site here:  http://www.thomaselwin.com/welcome/4575543018

I don't see anything about him sellin' a CD.  Perhaps that will be something he will consider -- it should be something for him to consider, anyway, a - hem!!

Very, very, beautifully done, Tom!! Please keep up this beautiful singin' and God bless you!!!

Patrice Chéreau Has Died!!

Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord, and let Perpetual Light Shine upon him.  May his soul, and the souls of all the faithful departed, through The Mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen.

http://www.gramophone.co.uk/classical-music-news/patrice-ch%C3%A9reau-has-died

Oct. 10: Requiem Live Webcast!!

Although I posted this article/link previously, it's worth posting again as a reminder!! It's also so nice to know that I share the same birthday as Verdi, except that he's 200 years older than I am!!  

http://csofeatures.org/verdi/oct-10-requiem-webcast/

Faure's Requiem!!

Forthcoming Concert:  http://www.royalchoralsociety.co.uk/faure.php

New York City Opera Announces It Will Shut Down!!

How sad!! 

http://www.operanews.com/Opera_News_Magazine/2013/10/News/City_Opera_Close.html

Our Lady of the Roses, Mary Help of Mothers Video!!

I just put together this slideshow video of The Apparition Site of Our Lady of the Roses, Mary Help of Mothers!! I am a full-time devotee of Her Apparitions and Messages!!

I  borrowed  the pictures from St. Michael's World Apostolate's web site. (Shhhhh.   Don't tell them.   They won't mind.) For more information about The Apparitions and Messages of Our Lady of the Roses, Mary Help of Mothers, or to obtain a free rose petal, blessed by Jesus and Our Lady for cures and conversion, please click on the following link:  http://www.smwa.org/

By-the-way, the music is "Ave Maria" by Bach - Gounod. Please enjoy this video:

Who is the World's Favourite Orchestra? Vote Here!!

You orchestra lovers, THIS is the place for YOU!! Come vote for YOUR favorite orchestra here: http://www.bachtrack.com/worlds-favourite-orchestra-2013 

Guadagnini Violin of Celebrated Teacher Dorothy DeLay Goes On Sale!!

If you are interested in violin stuff, this article's for YOU!! http://www.gramophone.co.uk/features/gallery/guadagnini-violin-of-celebrated-teacher-dorothy-delay-goes-on-sale


For the repose of the soul of Dorothy Delay:  Eternal rest grant unto her, O Lord, and let Perpetual Light Shine upon her.  May her soul, and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the Mercy of God, rest in peace.  Amen.

Firefighters Called to London's Royal Albert Hall as Thousands are Evacuated!!

PRAISE GOD AND BLESSED BE GOD FOREVER THAT NOBODY WAS INJURED AND THAT IT WASN'T ANYTHING SERIOUS!! Here's the article:  http://www.gramophone.co.uk/classical-music-news/firefighters-called-to-londons-royal-albert-hall-as-thousands-are-evacuated

Celebratory Concert Opens Guildhall School's Milton Court Complex!!

http://www.gramophone.co.uk/classical-music-news/celebratory-concert-opens-guildhall-schools-milton-court-complex