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< Back Previous Jacqueline Liu Next Gala at Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall November 24, 2024 WATCH VIDEO Jacqueline Liu, a seventh-grader from North Carolina, began studying piano at age eight under Florence Ko, a distinguished teacher recognized in the Steinway & Sons Hall of Fame. Jacqueline has earned numerous awards, including First Prizes in the NCFMC State Royalty Competition, NC Young Artist Auditions, American Music Talent Competition, and the State Maxine Taylor Fountain Award. She is a Grand Prize Winner of the 2023 Concert Artists International Competition and has performed multiple times at Weill Recital Hall, Carnegie Hall. Internationally, Jacqueline has performed as a soloist at the Guangxi Culture and Art Center in China and with the Nanning Symphony Orchestra, receiving repeat invitations for her outstanding artistry. In 2024, she won first prize in the Peter Perret Youth Talent Search, performing with the Winston-Salem Symphony, and her online audition with the Bohuslav Martinů Philharmonics (FBM) Orchestra in the Czech Republic was highlighted by Conductor Gevorg Sargsyan for her delicate touch and mastery. In addition to piano, Jacqueline excels in vocal performance, winning international competitions including the 2023 American Protégé International Vocal Competition (Classical Repertoire Category), and has been selected for the NCMEA Honors Chorus two years in a row.

Laureate Gala Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall Monday, April 1, 2 024, at 7:00pm EST Instrumentalists, Vocalists, Ensembles & Composers From Around the World Program Visit Carnegie Hall site for tickets for upcoming Gala concerts SOLO PERFORMANCES: Mike Raposo, Flute Matt Lepek, Oboe John DiSanto, Bassoon Christopher Koelzer, Piano Kate Shin, Piano Grace Cho, Piano Donna Lee, Mezzo-Soprano & Piano Kenneth Zhang, Violin Vintine Anrich, Violin James Greening-Valenzu ela, Piano Marin Vitas, Countertenor Ante Božić-Kudrić, Piano Giampiero Bugliarello, Piano Jacques-Pierre Malan, Cello Daniel Espen, Piano Glen Carter-Varney, Piano Elisabeth Möst, Flute Alisa Sadikova, Harp Patricio Cadena Perez, Guitar Laura McCormick, Piano CHAMBER ENSEMBLES: Boston String Academy The Lehner Quartet Bernard Vallandingham , violin Adina Vallandingham , violin Erika Gray, viola Igor Zubkovsky, cello Dates and Deadlines NEW COMPOSITIONS BY: Bernard Vallandingham, Leopold Brauneiss, Michael Chang, Ante Božić-Kudrić, Daniel Espen, Giampiero Bugliarello, Glen Carter-Varney, Anne de Boysson, Peter Dickson Lopez, Noam Faingold, William Toutant Gala Laureates INTERVIEWS WITH STEVE ROBINSON April 2 in New York City Steve Robinson is an American radio manager, producer and executive producer. He has held senior management positions with numerous American radio stations, including WFMT and the WFMT Radio Network/Chicago, WBUR/Boston, WGBH/Boston, WCRB/Boston, KPFA/Berkeley, WBGO/Newark, Vermont Public Radio and Nebraska Public Radio Network.ork. Robinson served as general manager of the statewide Nebraska Public Radio Network (1990-2000) and WFMT and the WFMT Radio Network from 2000 until October 2016. A 50-year radio veteran, he has produced programs ranging from classical music documentaries to public affairs programs and has directed over 100 on-air pledge drives. In 1984, he co-founded AIR, the Association of Independents in Radio, a service organization to assist independent radio producers in the United States. Robinson wrote AIR’s first two successful grants from the New York State Council on the Arts and the National Endowment for the Arts. James Adler Audience Favorite AWARD $250 "It is very important to have the audience participate in this competition! It engages the listener and encourages our wonderfully talented contestants. I am delighted to co-found the James Adler Audience Favorite Award for the Sound Espressivo Global Music Competition. Sit back, listen, enjoy -- and please vote!" ~James Adler, Pianist and Composer Photo: Frank Gimpaya Repertoire Artists from Around the World Sample Compositions from All Periods of Classical Music Kaleidoscope of Genres, Instruments, Ensembles Age is Not a Limitation of Artistry! Performers are Aged 7-80 Age Groups snd Categories iClassical Academy AWARDS iClassical Academy provides Recognition Awards to Winners and Participants of Carnegie Gala Auditions We believe that anyone, at any time, should have access to the wonderfully beautiful world of music Our mission is to provide new generations of musicians, from any part of the world, the possibility to improve their skills and enjoy a wide audience iClassical Academy is based in Switzerland iClassical Awards International Panel of Judges Judges provide immediate on-air feedback to participants during the Live Audition stage. To learn more about the Judges, and to see their bios click here Laureate Gala! OUR STORY Laureates' Journey to Performance in New York Cit y at Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall Hosted by STEVE ROBINSON, the world renowned producer of classical music radio programs SEE FULL BROCHURE Carnegie Auditions Play Video Play Video 35:56 Announcing Winners of Auditions for Gala at Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall Announcing Winners of Auditions for Gala at Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall held live on our previous Broadcasts on April 29 - May 2, 2023 Musicians were auditioning for an opportunity to perform at the Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall, in Gala concerts in New York City. The Gala Auditions are organized by Sound Espressivo, Progressive Musicians, and Virtual Concert Halls. Auditionees from many countries are seeking guidance and support from the Judges, through live comments which you will hear after each performance The Sound Espressivo Global Competition is an online, live-streamed competition. It combines a competition and live performance experience. Progressive Musicians is an organizer of many competitions and concerts at prestigious venues like Carnegie Hall. Virtual Concert Halls is an Internet TV broadcaster providing artists with a virtual stage and ability to reach audiences beyond the walls of conventional concert halls. The goal of these Auditions is to encourage, nurture, and reward musicians who are proactive about sharing their art and developing their careers. Sound Espressivo and Progressive Musicians together are providing opportunities for musicians to discover their unique artistic voice, take initiative, present themselves on their own terms, and carve out their own career paths. Thank you Judges! Gr 1 - Avguste Antonov. Masterclasses in Italy. Talent Summer Courses Gr 2 - Emil Chudnovsky Gr 3 - Vera Danchenko Gr 4 - Giacomo Franci Gr 5 - Giacomo Franci Gr 6a - Avguste Antonov Gr 6b - Avguste Antonov Gr 7 - Giacomo Franci Gr 8 - Giacomo Franci Gr 9 - Giacomo Franci Gr 10 - Avguste Antonov and Vera Danchenko Gr 11 - Gevorg Sargsyan and Emil Chudnovsky ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ These public broadcasts are brought to you by Virtual Concert Halls: Anna Ouspenskaya, Igor Zubkovsky, Frane, Rusinovich, James Welch, Fedor Ouspensky, Ante Bozc-Kudric, Chris Au. These programs are offered to public free of charge. https://virtualconcerthalls.com/ https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/ https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/ Play Video Play Video 02:30:17 Laureates Gala Auditions Group 11 Laureate Gala Auditions April 29 - May 2, 2023 Candidates present their chosen programs to International Panel of Judges, for an opportunity to perform at Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall. Instrumentalists, Vocalists, Ensembles & Composers. Concertos and Arias to be performed with New York Chamber Players Orchestra, Giacomo Franci, conductor. Program: Tuesday May 2 GROUP 11 12:00pm-2:00pm Recitalists Yiqun Zhao, Flute, United States 6:36 - Cecile Chaminade - Concertino for flute, Op. 107 Christopher Rocha, Piano, United States 17:54 - Chopin - Waltz in B Minor Op. 69 No. 2 Valerija Iljinaite, Voice (dramatic soprano), United Kingdom 25:20 - Tchaikovsky - Liza’s aria from queen of spades 29:50 - Rosephanye Powell - Dying from ‘Then, Here and Now’ Chinnawat Themkumkwun, Guitar, Austria 38:49 - Olga Amelkina-Vera (b. 1976) - Western Vista Vlad Krik , Composer/Pianist, Germany 1:01:49 - Vlad Krik - NEW AGE 2022 Marcio Candido, Violin, USA 1:14:41 - Paulo Bosisio Aboio - e Dança Negra for solo violin Sophie Lu, Cello, United States 1:33:40 - David Popper - Hungarian Rhapsody op 68 Janelle Bai, Piano, USA 1:47:30 - R. Shchedrin - A la Albeniz Francesca Bartolo, Voice (Mezzo-Soprano), London, United Kingdom 51:44 - G. Rossini - Cruda Sorte!….agio so per pratica Produced and presented by Progressive Musicians, Sound Espressivo, and Virtual Concert Halls Play Video Play Video 02:30:10 Laureates Gala Auditions Group 10 Laureate Gala Auditions April 29 - May 2, 2023 Candidates present their chosen programs to International Panel of Judges, for an opportunity to perform at Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall. Instrumentalists, Vocalists, Ensembles & Composers. Concertos and Arias to be performed with New York Chamber Players Orchestra, Giacomo Franci, conductor. Program: Monday May 1 GROUP 10 9:00am-11:00am Recitalist Candidates Courtney Daniels and Narmina Sultanova, Voice, US 14:22 - S. Moniuszko - Halka's Aria Bruce Leto, Jr., Piano, United States 29:30 - Maurice Ravel - Valley of the Bells Anna-Thérèse Mehra, Piano, USA Liszt - Un Sospiro Jelena Stefanic, Voice/Soprano, Croatia 43:37 G. Puccini - La Boheme / Donde lieta, Mimi's aria Neel Perdue, piano, USA 2:05:26 - E. Grieg - Wedding in Troldhaugen 2:11:22 - F. Liszt - Consolations Patricio Cadena Perez, Guitar, France 1:25:37 - Francisco Tárrega - Recuerdos de la Alhambra 1:29:30 - Antonio Lauro - Valse N° 3 Jed Wei, Piano, USA 1:47:33 - Franz Liszt - Liebestraum no. 3 1:42:44 - Frédéric Chopin - Nocturne in C# Minor Venicia Rasmussen, Voice, Germany 56:40 - Mozart - Come scoglio , from 'Cosi fan tutte' 1:03:30 - Puccini - Un bel del vedremo, 'Madama Butterfly' Produced and presented by Progressive Musicians, Sound Espressivo, and Virtual Concert Halls Play Video Play Video 41:47 Laureates Gala Auditions Group 9 Laureate Gala Auditions April 29 - May 2, 2023 Candidates present their chosen programs to International Panel of Judges, for an opportunity to perform at Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall. Instrumentalists, Vocalists, Ensembles & Composers. Concertos and Arias to be performed with New York Chamber Players Orchestra, Giacomo Franci, conductor. Program: GROUP 9 9:00pm-10:00pm Concertos and vocal works with ORCHESTRA Yiqun Zhao, Flute, United States Carl Philipp Stamitz - Flute Concerto in G major, Op.29 George Cheng, piano, U.S. 3:43 - Mozart - Concerto No.27 in B flat Major, K.595, III. Rondo Allegro Andrew Chukwuka Egbuchiem, Voice Countertenor, United States 24:50 - Antonio Vivaldi - Nel profundo cieco mondo 30:30 - George Fredrick Handel - Amor tiranno amor Produced and presented by Progressive Musicians, Sound Espressivo, and Virtual Concert Halls Play Video Play Video 01:30:54 Laureates Gala Auditions Group 8 Laureate Gala Auditions April 29 - May 2, 2023 Candidates present their chosen programs to International Panel of Judges, for an opportunity to perform at Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall. Instrumentalists, Vocalists, Ensembles & Composers. Concertos and Arias to be performed with New York Chamber Players Orchestra, Giacomo Franci, conductor. Program: GROUP 8 7:00pm-8:30pm Concertos and vocal works with ORCHESTRA Joel Chen, piano, United States 8:03 - Mozart - Piano Concerto No 22, Movement 1 Susan Dantoni and Jan Koler, piano/cello, USA 16:43 - Faure - Elegy Susan - Dantoni and Cecelia Guerra, piano/soprano, USA 27:30 - Samuel Barber - St. Ita’s Vision Julio Reyes, Guitar, United States 34:08 - Antonio Vivaldi - Concerto in D Stacey Stofferahn, Voice, United States 47:40 - Lowe Finney - "Longing" Lori Qian, Piano, USA 56:08 - Beethoven - Concerto No. 2 Allegro con brio Produced and presented by Progressive Musicians, Sound Espressivo, and Virtual Concert Halls Play Video Play Video 01:18:57 Laureates Gala Auditions Group 7 Laureate Gala Auditions April 29 - May 2, 2023 Candidates present their chosen programs to International Panel of Judges, for an opportunity to perform at Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall. Instrumentalists, Vocalists, Ensembles & Composers. Concertos and Arias to be performed with New York Chamber Players Orchestra, Giacomo Franci, conductor. Program: GROUP 7 5:30pm-7:00pm Concertos and vocal works with ORCHESTRA Elaine Sara Lim, Piano, United States 7:36 - Mozart - Piano Concerto in A Major K488, 3rd Movement Harry Chen, Piano, United States 24:26 - Kabalevsky - Piano Concerto No 3 (Youth Concerto) in D Major, 2nd Movement Louise Ting, Piano, USA 37:33 - J. Haydn - Concerto in C major Tristan Zhu, violin, United States Ludwig van Beethoven - Violin concerto in D Major, Mvt 1 Sofia Baturina, Piano, USA 57:10 - Saint Saëns - Piano Concerto No. 2 Olivia Zhang, Piano, United States 47:48 - Haydn - Concerto in D Major, Mvt III, Rondo all'ongharese-Allegro assai Produced and presented by Progressive Musicians, Sound Espressivo, and Virtual Concert Halls Play Video Play Video 01:28:58 Laureates Gala Auditions Group 6B Laureate Gala Auditions April 29 - May 2, 2023 Candidates present their chosen programs to International Panel of Judges, for an opportunity to perform at Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall. Instrumentalists, Vocalists, Ensembles & Composers. Concertos and Arias to be performed with New York Chamber Players Orchestra, Giacomo Franci, conductor. Produced and presented by Progressive Musicians, Sound Espressivo, and Virtual Concert Halls Program: GROUP 6b 2:30pm-4:30pm Piano Recitalists Ximurong Zhai, Piano, Canada 10:53 - Charles Griffes - Fantasy Pieces - Scherzo Vignesh Rajagopalan, Piano, United States 20:36 - Mozart - Sonata No. 11 in A Minor,, K. 331 Tiger Stepinski, piano, USA 28:47 - Sergei Rachmaninoff - Etude OP 39 NO 6 Andrew Khayms, Piano, USA 36:15 - Chopin - Polonaise in D minor, Op. 71 No. 1 Daniel Lee, Piano/Composition, US 52:40 - Daniel Lee - Rise William Sun, Piano, US 1:01:02 - Fazil - Summer time Variations Bonnie Zhou, Piano, United States 1:11:10 - Michael Glinka - The Nightingale Variation Play Video Play Video 01:20:19 Laureates Gala Auditions Group 6A Laureate Gala Auditions April 29 - May 2, 2023 Candidates present their chosen programs to International Panel of Judges, for an opportunity to perform at Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall. Instrumentalists, Vocalists, Ensembles & Composers. Concertos and Arias to be performed with New York Chamber Players Orchestra, Giacomo Franci, conductor. Program: GROUP 6a 12:00pm-2:00pm Piano Recitalists Jia Li, Piano, USA 10:48 - Chopin - Nocturne Op. 9. No. 2 in Eb Major 14:59 - Mozart - Rondo Alla Turca Maggie Chen, Piano, United States 21:37 - MacDowell - Witches Dance Kristina Henckel and Amanda Virelle, Piano Duo, United States 29:01 - Sergei Rachmaninoff - Barcarolle from Six Pieces Op. 11 Antian Jiang, Piano, Canada 41:20 - Franz Liszt - La Campanella in G-sharp minor Alexis Dyche, Piano, USA 52:02 - Frederic Chopin - Impromptu, Opus 29 56:03 - Aaron Copland - The Cat and the Mouse Erin Chen, Piano, United States 1:05:52 - Chopin - Fantaisie-Impromptu In C-Sharp Minor, Op. 66 Produced and presented by Progressive Musicians, Sound Espressivo, and Virtual Concert Halls Previous Gala videos The New York Chamber Players Orchestra under the baton of Maestro Giacomo Franci is featuring world class soloists from US, Europe, Canada, Asia Premieres of newly composed works; recital soloists, and ensembles. SPECIAL GUESTS Maestro Giacomo Franci Music Director of New York Chamber Players Orchestra Alexander Peskanov Pianist, Composer Steve Robinson Honorary Host James Adler James Adler Audience Favorite Award James Adler Audience Favorite Award Jennifer Wang Gala Staff Collaborative Pianist Jennifer Wang, piano is a pianist, professional accompanist and collaborator based in New York and the DC area as well as Program Coordinator and Administrator Assistant at the Summit Music Festival. She received her Master Manhattan School of Music, New York, Jennifer has won numerous competitions, both in solo and chamber, performing at the Kennedy Center in Washington, DC, Merkin Concert Hall in NY, Palazzo del Priori in Italy, DiCapo Opera Theater in New York, Embassy of Italy, Mexican Cultural Institute, Lyceum in Alexandria, featured on Cable TV: A Holiday Recital, the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, Netherlands Embassy, Alden Theater Music Friends Concert, and the Kimmel Center in PA as well as giving a lecture-concert in Wuhan, China. Meet the Gala Performers

< Back Fred Rosenberg Clarinet Learn More Videos About Fred Rosenberg, Clarinetist is currently 1st Clarinet with the New York Chamber Players Orchestra (Giacomo Franci, Music Director). He has held this position since 2006. Mr. Rosenberg has recorded with The New York Chamber Players Orchestra on the label, CRS (Contemporary Record Society) He was a featured clarinet soloist at Merkin Concert Hall with Giacomo Franci, Pianist. He has freelanced in NYC performing in a broad range of classical ensembles as a clarinetist including Empire State Sinfonia, Bleecker Street Opera, New Jersey Pops Orchestra, and the Goldman Band as well as many others. Mr. Rosenberg's freelance performance background includes multiple credits in Orchestras in Broadway Productions of "Les Miserables, " "Cats," and "Titanic." Fred Rosenberg has recorded with Dance Clarinets, a jazz ensemble of clarinets with rhythm section. He was a judge for the annual competition for young soloists with the New York Chamber Players Orchestra for over ten years. Previous Next

< Back Previous Ashley Sang Next Gala at Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall November 24, 2024 WATCH VIDEO Ashley Sang, from Orinda, CA, began piano studies at age four and played for two years before starting violin in 4th grade. Now in her seventh year of violin study, Ashley actively participates in RCM exams, recitals, and competitions. She has also appeared as a soloist with the East Bay Chamber Orchestra, showcasing her growing talent and passion for music.

KDF Academy Music in a safe and friendly environment The well being of our students is as important to us as the quality of the music they learn. Practice, Patience and Performance are at the heart of our teaching. Our KDF academy music students will learn the modern methods for reading and playing music and be made aware of their vast heritage as African musicians, blending the past and the future together Kasibo Development Foundation Uganda Learn more KDF Micro-Academies One of the most exciting KDF projects planned for 2022 is creating KDF Micro-Academies in Kachomo. With permission from the Kachomo village leaders students from our academy will create KDF Micro-agriculture-academies and Micro-textile-academies to demonstrate their new skills and technologies. This will be of great benefit to the students and the local communities. Modern textile and agricultural developments are essential in today's world. We will donate each micro-academy to the villagers as our students travel through Kachomo returning with new information as time passes. Planning for the Future The implementation of Further Educational Institutes in ‘Vocational Studies’, include ‘Music’, ‘Agriculture’, 'Textiles' and ‘Sport’ that will work alongside other national and international universities and colleges, are a long term goal for KDF to help it become a beacon of success for the region.

< Back Previous Francis Schwartz Next Gala at Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall July 1, 2024 WATCH VIDEO Francis Schwartz, born in 1940 in Texas, began his musical studies with the eminent pianist Patricio Gutierrez. He earned both B.S. and M.S. degrees from The Juilliard School in New York City and went on to receive a Ph.D. with highest honors from the University of Paris. Dr. Schwartz served as Dean of Humanities at the University of Puerto Rico and held major academic and administrative positions over a distinguished 33-year career. He was honored by the French government with the title Chevalier de l’Ordre des Arts et Lettres. An innovative composer, Dr. Schwartz is celebrated for his music theater works, many of which actively involve the audience in the performance experience. His compositions have been performed worldwide at prestigious venues including Lincoln Center, Carnegie Hall, The Kennedy Center, Centre Pompidou, and the Reina Sofía Concert Hall, among others.

< Back Previous Lena Wu Next Vocalist Gala at Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall November 26, 2024 WATCH VIDEO Lena Wu is a versatile artist whose work spans music, literature, and performance. Originally from China, she earned her Master’s Degree in Music Performance from Syracuse University and is now based in New York City, where she continues to grow her career as a singer, teacher, and comedian. She is the founder of EastWestArtistryNYC, an organization devoted to bringing people and artists together through collaborative cultural experiences, social events, and creative showcases. Lena is also an author, blending humor and emotion in her writing. Her debut novel, From Bars to Bliss: A Tourist’s Tale of Love Unexpected, is available on Amazon, and she is currently completing her second book, Turning Struggles into Songs: From Bars to Bliss II. Her musical album, Harmonies of Two Worlds, can be heard on Spotify, reflecting her unique blend of Eastern and Western artistic influences. As she continues to expand her creative voice, Lena is developing her presence as a soloist and multidisciplinary performer, with growing aspirations in television and film. She remains committed to connecting with audiences across genres, sharing her artistry through live performances, storytelling, and community-building.

< Back Previous Roma Joshi Next Gala at Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall November 24, 2025 WATCH VIDEO Roma Joshi began studying piano at the age of six and developed a deep love for classical music by age nine. She currently studies under Tzuyi Chen and has performed works by composers from the Baroque to the Romantic era, with a particular admiration for Chopin. Outside of music, Roma is a STEM-focused student whose appreciation for classical music reminds her that structure and creativity can coexist in perfect harmony.

< Back Previous Turner Guichard Next Gala at Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall November 24, 2024 WATCH VIDEO Turner Guichard, a junior at Monte Vista High School in Danville, CA, is a prizewinner of the North California Young Talents Competition. He performs as first violinist with the Berkeley Youth Orchestra, East Bay Chamber Orchestra, and his school orchestra. Turner has excelled in Certificate of Merit and ASTACAP examinations and is currently studying AP Music Theory.

< Back Application Deadline September 30, 2025 Previous Apply Next Butler Philharmonic Orchestra Selected Soloists will be presented at the colORCHESTRA concert with the Butler Philharmonic Orchestra in Hamilton, Ohio, on the banks of the Great Miami River, at the Sorg Opera House or another of the Orchestra’s venues, under the baton of the Music Director Maestro Scott Woodard. Concert Dates in 2025-26 Concert Season: March 7, 2026. Soloists - Kate Lee and Calliope Smith Concert Dates in 2026-27 Concert Season: March, 2027 Rehearsals with the Butler Philharmonic Orchestra will be scheduled 3 days prior to the concert date. The concerts are Broadcast Live by Virtual Concert Halls on various public channels on YouTube, Vimeo, Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, Twitch, among other platforms. Video of the concert will be available for playbacks on the channels. Soloists will participate in interviews for media and other activities associated with the event Important dates: Application deadlines and Live Auditions dates - see announcements on the website. Broadcast on video and social platforms. Meet the Judges and the Conductors. Streaming technology seminar in preparation for Live Audition - prior to performing LIVE. No age restrictions. Any instrumental Concerto, a single movement, or Aria accepted. Concertos and Arias Meet the Orchestra The Butler Philharmonic has been entertaining audiences for over 60 years! The Butler Philharmonic performs music of every form and genre at indoor and outdoor venues across the region. Founded in 1951 as the Hamilton Symphony by Drs. Fred Baumgartner, Kurt Lande, and Joseph Bein, as well as Frances Tidings, Harry Carroll, and Al Sutphin, the Butler Philharmonic has remained dedicated to outstanding and uncommon programming. For more than 60 years, our community has thrilled to the sounds of international guest artists, the finest musical talent in the region, and renowned conductors. The 75 member professional Butler Philharmonic Orchestra typically presents 4 to 5 concerts annually to packed houses. The Butler Philharmonic Chorus, formed in 1997, made its debut at the first Ohio Mozart Festival in 1997. In 2005, the Chorus performed under the baton of noted English composer John Rutter in Carnegie Hall. In 2018 the Chorus returned to Carnegie Hall to perform Maestro Paul John Stanbery’s own Music for Mass. Meet the Conductor Previous Next Scott E. Woodard is the music director of the West Virginia State Philharmonic Orchestra (formerly known as the Charleston Chamber Orchestra) and the Butler Philharmonic Orchestra. Dr. Woodard’s primary teachers were Dr. Leonid Korchmar of the Mariinsky Theatre and the St. Petersburg Conservatory and Dr. Oleg Proskurnya, with whom he studied the methods of the Leningrad School of Conducting developed and taught by Maestro Ilya Musin at the Leningrad Conservatory from 1932-1999.In 2005 and 2011, Woodard conducted orchestras of the St. Petersburg Philharmonic Society and the Mariinsky Theatre in concerts throughout the former Russian capitol. He is a member of the Board of Directors of the International Conductor’s Guild and Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia fraternity. Learn More Application and Audition Process Application form is DUE by the posted DEADLINES throughout the season. Upload video of any piece (with or without accompaniment). YouTube or Google Drive links are accepted Application fee $75 Selected musicians will be invited to audition live on a public Internet TV Broadcast* and will receive a preparation tech session with VCHS Broadcast Engineers. You will meet the Judges during Live Audition. Live Auditions are held virtually. Live Auditions are judged in real time. Judges provide participants with immediate on-air feedback. During the live audition participants will be able to speak with Judges. • The judges’ decisions are final and may not be contested. • To participate in the live online auditions, each musician must prepare required technical setup Live Audition Fee - $250 *Fee includes the Technology Preparation session with A/V and Broadcast engineers You will be notified about your acceptance into the colORCHESTRA program Fees Application and video pre-screening - $75 Live Audition - $250 Performance - NO FEE ($0) Selected soloists are expected to cover their own travel expenses. Upon request colORCHESTRA provides supporting documentation for selected soloists' visa applications. Selected soloists may request press releases, letters of recommendation, confirmations of their participation in the concert, in support of the soloist's grants applications. Apply Concertos and Arias Butler Philharmonic Orchestra's Venues Sorg Opera House Founded in 1951 as the Hamilton Symphony by Drs. Fred Baumgartner, Kurt Lande, and Joseph Bein, as well as Frances Tidings, Harry Carroll, and Al Sutphin, the Butler Philharmonic has remained dedicated to outstanding and uncommon programming. For more than 60 years, our community has thrilled to the sounds of international guest artists, the finest musical talent in the region, and renowned conductors. The 75 member professional Butler Philharmonic Orchestra typically presents 4 to 5 concerts annually to packed houses. The Butler Philharmonic Chorus, formed in 1997, made its debut at the first Ohio Mozart Festival in 1997. In 2005, the Chorus performed under the baton of noted English composer John Rutter in Carnegie Hall. In 2018 the Chorus returned to Carnegie Hall to perform Maestro Paul John Stanbery’s own Music for Mass. From 1994 until his retirement in 2019, Maestro Paul John Stanbery led the Butler Philharmonic to new heights. During his 25-year tenure as Music Director and Principle Conductor he helped transform Hamilton Symphony from a simple community orchestra, performing only once or twice a year, to the multi-faceted organization it is today. 1997 Paul became conductor of the Youth Orchestra, which was under the auspices of the Fitton Center for Creative Arts. The Youth Orchestra was transferred to the Butler Philharmonic organization in 2005. During Paul’s tenure, the Guild started – a sister support group that promotes music thru scholarships, funded by snack sales at BP concerts, and social fund-raising events such as the Party of Note and more. The historic Sorg Opera House The historic Sorg Opera House is located in the heart of revitalized downtown Middletown. The theater is within walking distance from bustling entertainment, breweries, and bars allowing you turn your trip to the Sorg Theater into a whole day of fun. SORG aims to provide programming and services that make an essential contribution to the cultural economy, economic revitalization, education, and quality of life of Middletown, Ohio and its region. Our Mission: To become a center for, and partner in, the greater cultural, historical and economic communities of Middletown and the region Check out Middletown’s daily activities, or spend the day shopping at unique, locally owned retail shops just a few streets over. Looking for a delicious meal pre-show, or a drink after a concert? The theater is complete surrounded by great spirits, dinning, and lodging.

< Back Jong-hun Bae Conductor/Orchestra Learn More Videos About Renowned for his excellence in breathing new life into the traditional repertoire, presenting new works by living composers, and charismatic stage presence, Jong-hun Bae continues to attract international attention. His conducting posts have included Guest Assistant Conductor for the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra, Assistant Conductor for the Baltimore Opera Company, Resident Conductor for the Salt Lake Symphony, Associate Conductor for the Peabody Chamber Opera, Assistant Conductor for the Utah Lyric Opera, and others. Jong-hun’s concert engagements have included appearances with leading orchestras throughout Asia, Europe, and North America, among them, St. Petersburg State Academic Symphony Orchestra, Leipziger Symphonieorchester, Orchestra Simfonica a Filarmonicii “Mihail Jora”, Fort Wayne Philharmonic, Aurora Symphony. In addition, he has been invited to conduct at the important performance venues throughout the world, including Gewandhaus, Leipzig (Germany), Carnegie Hall, New York; Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, Philadelphia (USA), Place des Arts, Montréal; National Arts Centre, Ottawa (Canada), Auditorio Nacional, México City (México), Teatro del Maggio Musicale Fiorentino, Firenze; Teatro di San Carlo, Napoli (Italy), Opéra Berlioz, Montpellier (France), and others. Jong-hun has worked with renowned conductors such as Marin Alsop, Anton Armstrong, Colin Metters, Jorma Panula. He has studied at the Peabody Conservatory of Music of the Johns Hopkins University, mentored by the legendary conducting pedagogue Gustav Meier. While studying at the Peabody, he served as a Guest Assistant Conductor to Maestro Hans Graf with the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra, and Maestro Christian Badea and Maestro Oliver von Dohananyi with the Baltimore Opera Company. In addition, Jong-hun is the winner of the 2015 International Conductors Competition in Atlanta, GA. https://maestrobae.wixsite.com/jonghunbae/biography https://maestrobae.wixsite.com/jonghunbae/repertoire https://maestrobae.wixsite.com/jonghunbae/recordings Previous Next

< Back Dr. Irene Peery-Fox Piano Learn More Videos About EDUCATION & SCHOLARSHIP: * Doctor of Musical Arts degree in Piano Performance,Peabody Conservatory of the Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD (Leon Fleisher) * Master of Science degree; The Juilliard School, New York City, NY (Ilona Kabos, Jeaneanne Dowis) * Bachelor of Music degree; The Juilliard School; New York City, NY (Irwin Freundlich) * Associate of the Royal Conservatory of Toronto degree (A.R.C.T.), with Gold Medal for highest marks in all of Canada; Royal Conservatory, Toronto, Ontario, Canada (Dr. Gladys Egbert) * Associate in Music-Pianoforte Performance degree, with Gold Medal for higherst marks in all of Canada; University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada (Dr. Gladys Egbert) * Piano Reperoire Consultant on the Music Teachers' National Association Repertoire Committee, (2001-2005) AWARDS AND HONORS: *Karl G. Maesar Award for Excellence in Teaching, Brigham Young University (2006) *National Arts and Humanities Award, for commitment and effort in behalf of the cultural arts in community, Provo Arts Council (2006) *Young Scholar Award for Teaching and Academic Achievment, Brigham Young University *Named a 'National Fellow' by the Music Teachers National Association for "contributions to the professions of teaching."*National Fellow of the Music Teachers' Natioal Association, (2003-present) *Honorary Induction into the 'Golden Key International Honour Society' "in recognition of her outstanding contribution to Brigham Young University and world and local communities in the areas of service and leadership." *Listed in the Canadian Dictionary of Music and Musicians and in Outstanding Young Women of America. *Winner of CBC Talent Festival International Piano Competition, held in Toronto, Canada. RECORDINGS: * CD, Irene Peery-Fox. The Piano Series, vol.I. (Rachmaninoff, Boyle, Chopin, Schubert) * CD, Irene Peery-Fox and Christie Peery-Skousen, Duo-Pianists, vol. II. (Ravel, Rachmaninoff, Arensky, Clementi) * CD, Irene Peery-Fox. The Piano Series, vol III. (Beethoven/Liszt) PERFORMANCES: * Appearances with orchestras in: Montreal, Toronto, Salt Lake City, Winnipeg, Edmonton, Victoria, Calgary, Provo, and Lethbridge * Solo and Chamber Recitals in Carnegie Hall, the Metropolitan Museum of Art in NYC, San Francisco, and throughout United States and Europe. * Radio and Television performances on NBC, CBC, and BBC networks. TEACHING: * Professor, School of Music, Brigham Young University, Provo, Utah (1982-present) * Faculty Member, Peabody Conservatory of the Johns Hopkins University, Preparatory Division, Baltimore, MD (1980-82) * Faculty Member, Young Keyboard Artists Association and University of Michigan School of Music Summer Piano Institute, Ann Arbor, Michigan (1986-88) * Faculty Member and Performing Artist, SPAR (School of Performing Arts Research Foundation), Summer School for the Arts, Westminster College, Salt Lake City, Utah (1986) * Students are frequent prize winners in International, National, State, and Local competitions and have performed with symphonies throughout the world, including Russia, and all across the United States. Prizes include first in the International Gina Bachauer Competition and first in the National MTNA Collegiate Young Artists' Competition in 2005, the prize being a Steinway grand piano. WORKSHOPS, MASTER CLASSES, AND PRESENTATIONS: * Has given master classes at the World Pedagogy Conference in Nashville, the MTNA National Convention, in Moscow and Samara, Russia, as well as State Conventions in Chatanooga, University of Michigan, Michigan State, Sacramento State, and others. JUDGE: * Judge for many international, national, and state competitions, including the International Gina Bachauer competitions, the International Seattle Piano Competition, the Sate MTNA Auditions in Chatanooga, Arizona, and others. PUBLICATIONS: *Clavier Companion Magazine- article on Mental Preparation in Technique *Clavier Magazine- article on George F. Boyle *Keyboard Companion Magazine-article on the use of Technology in teaching. *Groves Dictionary-contributor for an article on George F. Boyle Students in my studio receive a very competitive environment. Members of each age group frequently enter and win national and international competitions. At times, monthly classes are as tough, competitively as the competitions. Each individual willing to work is given tools and early success sufficient to proceed to the next level of commitment. Previous Next