Burlington, VT, Dec 15, 2011 — Social Band, a mixed chorus of 22 singers based in Burlington, will celebrate all things winter -- from outer cold to inner warmth - with two concerts this weekend in Vermont.

Some of the music will come from the group's first winter album, which came out a couple of years ago. The music ranges from traditional and medieval carols to works by modern Vermont composers.

Social Band will perform Saturday, 7:30 pm at Burlington's First Baptist Church and Sunday 4:00 pm at the Charlotte Congregational Church. Todd Moe spoke with director Amity Baker about Deep Midwinter.  Go to full article

Ottawa, ON, Oct 12, 2011 — One of Canada's top choirs kicks off its tenth season with a performance in Ottawa tonight. The Ottawa Bach Choir has performed its brand of Baroque music around the world and had its Carnegie Hall debut last May. Todd Moe talks with the ensemble's founder and Artistic Director Lisette Canton.  Go to full article

Dec 12, 2008 — Children's choirs have been around for generations, and most adults will tell you their love of music began at a young age. There are a handful of youth choirs in the North Country that help foster early vocal skills, and supplement local school music programs. The Children's Chorus of Crane presents its winter concert at St. Mary's Church in Potsdam tonight at 7:30. It's a choir made up of a diverse group from throughout the North Country. Todd Moe stopped by a recent rehearsal and found a group of youngsters serious about making music together.  Go to full article

Mar 30, 2005 — The Crane School of Music's 74th annual spring concert this Saturday (7:30 pm, Hosmer Hall) includes the world premiere performance of Wind & Water. It's a performance that includes electronic music, voice and dance. Todd Moe chats with the composer, conductor and author.  Go to full article