Season 18: A TIME FOR LIFE
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CONCERT SERIES 1: A TIME FOR LIFE (Click here for program texts.)
An extraordinary ensemble of eight Conspirare singers performs the regional premiere of Robert Kyr’s critically acclaimed environmental oratorio A Time for Life, plus a chant setting of poetry by Bengali poet Rabindranath Tagore. Oregon-based composer Robert Kyr will be present at all performances. Dianne Donovan (of KMFA) will interview composer Robert Kyr one hour prior to concert times (at the concert venues and included in the concert admission price).
WORKS * ROBERT KYR , A Time for Life */*Chant setting of poetry by Bengali poet Rabindranath Tagore*
Mon., Oct. 5, (6:00PM Dinner)/7:30 Rehearsal, Choral Conversation (Dinner & Open Rehearsal) at The Crossings, 13500 FM 2769, Austin, TX 78726. The Dinner/Rehearsal Package deadline has passed, but rehearsal only tickets are available.
Thu., Oct. 8, 7:30PM, Concert, St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, 6000-A FM 3237, Wimberley, TX 78676
Fri., Oct. 9, 8:00PM, Concert, St. Louis Catholic Church (Sanctuary), 7601 Burnet Rd., Austin, TX 78757
Sat., Oct. 10, 8:00PM, Concert, St. Louis Catholic Church (Chapel), 7601 Burnet Rd., Austin, TX 78757
Sun., Oct. 11, 2:30PM, Concert, St. Martin’s Lutheran Church, 606 W. 15th St., Austin, TX 78701
CONCERT SERIES 2: CHRISTMAS AT THE CARILLON
with Special Guest Patrice Pike
The sixteenth edition of Conspirare’s annual holiday program showcases Craig Hella Johnson’s signature “collage” technique of weaving various musical genres into one luminous whole. Austin singer-songwriter Patrice Pike is this year’s special guest artist.
Mon., Nov. 23, 6:00PM, Choral Conversation concert preview (for Concert Series 2 and 3) at Chez Zee, 5406 Balcones Dr., Austin TX 78731. Free but reservations required: Call (512) 476-5775.
Thu., Dec. 3, 7:30PM, Concert, Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church, 208 West River St., Victoria, TX 77901. Tickets through Victoria Bach Festival: (361)570-5788.
Fri., Dec. 4, 8:00PM, Concert, Laurel Heights United Methodist Church, 227 W. Woodlawn Ave., San Antonio, TX 78212
Sat., Dec. 5, 2:30PM, Concert, The Carillon, 2630 Exposition Blvd., Austin, TX 78703
Sat., Dec. 5, 8:00PM, Concert, The Carillon, 2630 Exposition Blvd., Austin, TX 78703
Sun., Dec. 6, 2:30PM, Concert, The Carillon, 2630 Exposition Blvd., Austin, TX 78703
Sun., Dec. 6, 8:00PM, Concert, The Carillon, 2630 Exposition Blvd., Austin, TX 78703
Mon., Dec. 7, 8:00PM, Concert, Long Center for the Performing Arts, Dell Hall , Austin TX. Tickets: (512)474-5664 or click here to buy online. The CHRISTMAS AT THE CARILLON GALA begins at 6:00PM and includes dinner and receptions in the Long Center’s Kodosky Lounge. For more info. about the Gala package call 512-476-5775 or click here. To purchase Gala tickets call Conspirare at (512)476-5775.
CONCERT SERIES 3: A NEW YEAR’S CONSPIRARE CLASSIC
A 38-member Conspirare ensemble ushers in the new decade with a splash of virtuosity. Be amazed as they perform Richard Strauss’ Deutsche Motette – an a cappella monument, one of the most demanding works in the entire choral canon – and other rich compositions.
WORKS * RICHARD STRAUSS, Deutsche Motette */* J.S. BACH, Singet dem Herr nein neues Lied */* MAX REGER, Selections from Acht Geistliche Gesaenge */* SAMUEL BARBER, Sure on this shining night */* ROBERT SCHUMANN, An die Sterne and Zigeunerleben */ *Selections from arrangements of the COMEDIAN HARMONISTS*
Fri., Jan. 8, 8:00PM, Concert, St. Martin’s Lutheran Church, 606 W. 15th St., Austin, TX 78701
Sat., Jan. 9, 8:00PM, Concert, St. Martin’s Lutheran Church, 606 W. 15th St., Austin, TX 78701
Sun., Jan. 10, 2:30PM, Concert, St. Martin’s Lutheran Church, 606 W. 15th St., Austin, TX 78701
CONCERT SERIES 4: THE MYSTIC & THE STORYTELLER: BOTH SIDES NOW
From a mystical, stunningly beautiful requiem to a contemporary setting of a children’s fable, Conspirare explores life’s mysteries in music. Featuring David Lang’s beguiling Little Match Girl Passion, winner of the 2008 Pulitzer Prize in music.
WORKS * J.S. BACH, “O Haupt voll Blut und Wunden” from St. Matthew Passion */ *TOMÁS LUIS DE VICTORIA, Requiem */* DAVID LANG, Little Match Girl Passion */* GIACOMO CARISSIMI, “Plorate filii Israel” from Jephte*
Mon., Apr. 26, 6:00PM, Choral Conversation concert preview (for Concert Series 4) at Chez Zee, 5406 Balcones Dr., Austin TX 78731. Free but reservations required: Call (512) 476-5775.
Thu., May 6, 7:30PM, Concert, St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 306 W. San Antonio St., Fredericksburg, TX 78624
Fri., May 7, 8:00PM, Concert, St. Martin’s Lutheran Church, 606 W. 15th St., Austin, TX 78701
Sat., May 8, 8:00PM , Concert, St. Martin’s Lutheran Church, 606 W. 15th St., Austin, TX 78701
Sun., May 9, 2:30PM, Concert, St. Martin’s Lutheran Church, 606 W. 15th St., Austin, TX 78701
CONCERT SERIES 5: DYNAMIC CONVERGENCE
The Conspirare Symphonic Choir is joined by world-renowned organists Judith and Gerre Hancock in the beloved Duruflé Requiem and a powerful, dramatic work by brilliant Scottish composer James MacMillan.
WORKS * MAURICE DURUFLÉ, Requiem */* JAMES MACMILLAN, Cantos Sagrados (Sacred Songs) */* JOHANNES BRAHMS, Lass Dich Nur Nichts Nicht Dauren (Geistliches Lied)*
Sat., Jun. 5, 8:00PM, Concert, University Presbyterian Church, 2203 San Antonio St., Austin, TX 78705
Sun., Jun. 6, 4:30PM, Concert, Corpus Christi Cathedral, 505 N. Upper Broadway St., Corpus Christi, TX 78401 Tickets through Victoria Bach Festival: (361)570-5788.
CONCERT SERIES 6: RETURN TO THE ORACLE: A SHINING MASTERPIECE
Conspirare is joined by a period-instrument orchestra from the Victoria Bach Festival in a performance of J.S. BACH’S iconic Mass in B Minor, featuring soloists from the ensemble.
Sat.,Jun. 12, 7:30PM, Concert, Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church, 4102 N. Ben Jordan St., Victoria, TX. Tickets through Victoria Bach Festival: (361)570-5788.
Sun., Jun. 13, 7:00PM, Concert, Long Center for the Performing Arts, Dell Hall , Austin TX. Tickets: (512)474-5664 or www.thelongcenter.org
RUSH HOUR BIG SINGS FREE!
New this season is Conspirare’s “Rush Hour Big Sing” – a free community event where the audience is the choir! Craig Hella Johnson will lead the gathering in vocal exercises and simple songs, and Conspirare Symphonic Choir members will be among the audience to provide musical (and moral) support. If you’ve ever wished you could sing under the direction of a world-renowned conductor, this is your opportunity – and your friends’ and coworkers’. No ticket needed – see you there!
Thu., Nov. 12, 5:30PM, St. Martin’s Lutheran Church, 606 W. 15th St., Austin, TX 78701
Thu., Mar. 25, 5:30PM, St. Martin’s Lutheran Church, 606 W. 15th St., Austin, TX 78701
CONSPIRARE YOUTH CHOIRS
LOST IN LIGHT
The Conspirare Youth Choirs’ popular winter concert surrounds listeners with the beauty and warmth of the season, featuring music by Fauré, Saint-Saëns, and Britten.
Fri., Dec. 11, 7:00PM, Concert, St. Martin’s Lutheran Church, 606 W. 15th St., Austin, TX 78701
Sat., Dec. 12, 7:00PM, Concert, St. Martin’s Lutheran Church, 606 W. 15th St., Austin, TX 78701
INVITATION TO THE VOYAGE
The words of French poet Charles Baudelaire and the music of Romantic composer Henri Duparc meet in the beloved French art song “L’invitation au Voyage,” the inspiration and framework for this unique spring concert. Also featuring music by David Childs, Imant Raminsh, and Eleanor Daley.
Fri., May 14, 7:00PM , Concert, St. Martin’s Lutheran Church, 606 W. 15th St., Austin, TX 78701
Sat., May 15, 7:00PM, Concert, St. Martin’s Lutheran Church, 606 W. 15th St., Austin, TX 78701
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