Earlier this week, I received a voice mail from a Modlin Center patron with a simple message of thanks for the performance of Osvaldo Goljoiv's Ayre performance last week with Dawn Upshaw and Orquestra Los Marranos. It was a remarkable evening of music making and I was proud to be able to present it in Richmond.
Mr. Golijiov, Ms. Uphaw and all of the musicians and electro-acoustic engineers, were in Richmond for three days while they prepared for the concert. While in residence, they had the opportunity to work with our students and faculty in music. Our composition students had a private coaching and review of their own compositions with Maestro Golijov (pictured here discussing a composition with a student) and the entire company of musicians met with students and faculty in music to discuss the rehearsal process and the specialized performance practices required for Ayre.
And to top it off, our own ensemble-in-residence, eighth blackbird, fresh off their Grammy win for best chamber music performance, was part of the Orquestra Los Marranos. The sextet was featured in the first half of the concert and our audience was simply transported by the performance of works by Stephen Hartke and George Crumb.
I am so proud of the Modlin Center's role in commissioning and presenting new music and while it is not always appreciated by all of our patrons, I honestly believe it is the most important work we can do to help further the growth and development of the art form.
So, February's been a great month and sincere thanks to those of you who appreciate and support our efforts in this area.
Onward!
kp
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