A fine musical instrument is a vital tool for a professional musician. String players often use instruments that are centuries-old, with characteristics particular to the luthier who crafted them. Ilya Finkelshteyn has had the great fortune to play many extraordinary cellos, including the 17th century Montagnana instrument he uses as principal cellist of the Cincinnati […]
As a child, Brandon Patrick George was instantly drawn to the flute – it looked beautiful, and shiny, and he just knew in his heart that he was meant to play it. When he finally had the chance to pick an instrument to learn, there was no question he would choose the flute – and
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Countertenor Reggie Mobley is a man of many talents. He once considered becoming a visual artist, then he tapped into his extraordinary musical ability. He has sung all over the world, and has a broad range of musical interests, as well as a passion for social justice. Suzanne spoke with him about his career and
Countertenor Aryeh Nussbaum Cohen sings the role of David in Philharmonia Baroque’s 2020 recording of George Frideric Handel’s oratorio SAUL. Still in his 20s, the young American musician is a rising star with numerous awards and ambitious projects already under his belt. He chatted with Suzanne about his path to becoming a professional musician.
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Violinist Julien Chauvin is a baroque music specialist who has studied with some of the world’s prominent early music experts, including flutist Wilbert Hazelzet, cellist and viol player Jaap ter Linden and cellist Anner Bylsma. Julien Chauvin has also played in many of the leading European Baroque ensembles AND has founded several period instrument ensembles,
Mark Kroll is a harpsichord and fortepiano player, a scholar, educator and enthusiastic advocate for early music. He is Early Music America’s 2020 Howard Mayer Brown Award winner for lifetime achievement for his career, which spans more than a half century. He is passionate about music and, especially, the harpsichord and he is an engaging
The King’s Singers is a 6-member British vocal group that was established in 1968, before its current members were even born! The a capella ensemble is internationally celebrated for its broad repertory, virtuosity, charming audience connection, and versatility of musical genres. Chris Bruerton and Nick Ashby are the two baritone singers in the group, and they joined Suzanne in the studio to talk about what it’s like to carry on the longstanding King’s Singers traditions and craft the group’s evolution.
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Patricia Ann Neely has a broad range of accomplishments and intellectual interests. She is a professional musician with experience in historical performance practice playing viola da gamba, vielle, violone and double bass. She’s performed with prominent early music ensembles all over the world, and has founded her own groups, including Parthenia consort of viols and Abendmusik – New York’s Early Music String Band. Pat Neely and Suzanne chatted about her introduction to music, and her career as a performer, teacher, and arts administrator.
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Even as a child, Awadagin Pratt had many interests and talents. He was an excellent student, and he excelled at music and tennis with seriousness and intent beyond mere hobbies. He spoke with Suzanne recently about how he made the choice to pursue music when he realized it was the thing he could not live
Lee Pringle is passionate about music. He’s a singer, musician and artistic director with an exciting career that spans musical genres including classical, African American spirituals, and more. Mr. Pringle is also passionate about shining a bright light on music, musicians and history that have been overlooked for far too long. He spoke with Suzanne
