by Philip | Nov 11, 2017 | Education, La Porte Symphony, Orchestra, Performance, Preparation
Through the melody of “America”, we explored the different families of instruments in the orchestra. Staring with Ives “Variations on America,” and other adaptations such as “God Save the “Queen” and custom arrangements. The... 
by Philip | Jan 4, 2017 | In the News, La Porte Symphony, Orchestra, Performance, Preparation, Youth Orchestra
I’m thrilled to share with my friends and colleges a recent episode of Eye on the Arts from Lakeshore Public... 
by Philip | Dec 1, 2016 | In the News, La Porte Symphony, Orchestra, Preparation
Rehearsals have begun for another festive holiday celebration in La Porte. This year we are thrilled to bring the North American Brass Company to La Porte to be featured in a world premiere performance of “Ho, Ho, Ho” written by Rick DeJonge The holiday... 
by Philip | Nov 12, 2015 | Oratorio, Preparation
What a glorious start to the preparations for the December 20th, 3pm performance of Messiah in Michigan City. Last night we had a very strong start to what promises to be a remarkable event. Thanks to so many for making this annual tradition flourish. Thank you... 
by Philip | Nov 7, 2015 | Orchestra, Preparation
I’ve been spending the last several days tucked away in Golden, Colorado drawing inspiration from nature, clear skies, clean air, snow flakes and being that much closer to the Almighty as I dig deep into Messiah. And what a glorious work it is to surround...