Category Archives: Vocal

Monterey Symphony – “Arabian Nights”

by Lyn Bronson
February 19, 2012

Photo by Shelia Rock Soprano, Ekaterina Semenchuk “Arabian Nights” was the theme of the Monterey Symphony’s February series of concerts, and for those of us who attended the Sunday afternoon concert at Sunset Center in Carmel, it was an exotic … Continue reading →

Archived in these categories: Monterey Symphony, Vocal

Chanticleer is a Star in the Heavens

by Reg Huston
December 22, 2011

For those of you living under a rock, or who just think it is too much of a hassle to go out at night, you simply must rethink your respective lives. Especially now, in the season of comfort and joy, … Continue reading →

Archived in these categories: Choral, Vocal, Vocal ensemble

Frederica von Stade in a Charming Farewell

by Lyn Bronson
November 7, 2011

Pianist Kristin Pankonin & Frederica von Stade Mezzo soprano Frederica von Stade appeared on stage at Sunset Center yesterday afternoon before an enthusiastic audience to present the second event in the Carmel Music Society’s strong 2011-2012 season. The Music Society’s … Continue reading →

Archived in these categories: Carmel Music Society, Vocal

Mezzo Susanne Mentzer & Pianist Brian Connelly at Hidden Valley

by Lyn Bronson
August 13, 2011

Last night at Hidden Valley we heard a delightful and unusual vocal concert by distinguished mezzo-soprano Susanne Mentzer and fine pianist Brian Connelly. This concert had a bit of a feminist slant to it, since the first half of the … Continue reading →

Archived in these categories: Piano, Romantic Era, Vocal

Virginia Best Adams Vocal Master Class Showcase

by Lyn Bronson
July 31, 2011

Jason Steigerwalt, Kathryn Mueller, Thea Lobo & Lawrence Jones The four young vocalists featured in the six Virginia Best Adams Vocal master classes this year were soprano Kathryn Mueller from Tucson, AZ; mezzo-soprano Thea Lobo from Brookline, MA; tenor Lawrence … Continue reading →

Archived in these categories: Baroque, Carmel Bach Festival, Piano, Vocal, Vocal ensemble