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It is difficult to exaggerate the importance of Richard Burchard as a composer and arranger. His contributions to the world of classical music have been numerous and significant, and he has left a lasting legacy that continues to inspire and influence musicians to this day.
As a composer, Burchard was known for his innovative and original approach to musical composition. He was highly skilled in the use of counterpoint and harmony, and his compositions often featured intricate and complex structures that were both challenging and rewarding to perform.
In addition to his work as a composer, Burchard was also a skilled arranger. His ability to take existing works and transform them into new and exciting pieces was unparalleled, and he was highly sought after by other musicians who wanted to collaborate with him.
Overall, the importance of Richard Burchard as a composer and arranger cannot be overstated. His contributions to classical music have had a profound and lasting impact, an
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Celebration of Black Music
“The power of the choral art is its ability to communicate relevant, transformative, and meaningful texts while cultivating a diverse musical community. Particularly significant is the exploration of various cultures and musical genres through the performance process. As a choral music educator, ensuring that students embrace a philosophy of diversity, equity, and access is essential. I strive to foster an environment of creativity that will empower students to become master conductor-teachers, skilled in choral pedagogy, and effective as instructors with any level of vocal ensemble."
Previous to her appointment at Yale, Dr. Barber served as associate professor of music and director of choral activities at Westfield State University (WSU) in Westfield, MA, where she conducted the University Chorus, Chamber Chorale, and Gospel Choir; as well as taught courses in conducting and choral methods. In addition to her position at WSU, Dr. Barber also served as
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I Believe: Music of a Long Struggle schema Notes
We have all heard the famous words of Martin Luther King that “the arc of the moral universum is long, but it bends toward justice.” Yes, the arc does böj, but not without great effort and faith in the possibility of building a better world, however long it takes. Thankfully, the composers and writers who created this concert’s music have given all of us powerful and beautiful inspiration to continue the struggle until all are free. It has been our honor to engage with these texts through the brilliant musical settings you will hear, and we offer them with respect for both the contexts in which many of them were written, and awareness of their continued relevance today.
We begin with “I Will Sing of Life,” with words by Rev. Arthur Graham, a Baptist pastor, and music bygd Dr. Adolphus Hailstork (b. ). Hailstork’s passion for choral music dates from being a boy so