Trans and Singing: A Symposium for Voice Teachers and Singers. Hosted by Community Music Center Voice Department and New Voices Bay Area TIGQ Chorus (NVBA), and generously funded by Community Music Center and the Community Music Center Partnership Grant program
Trans and Singing is a a day of presentations and discussion on transgender singing for voice teachers and singers of all genders. Included in the program are talks by experts on TIGQ vocal pedagogy and voice science, a panel discussion with TIGQ performers, vocal masterclass/demonstrations, and an open rehearsal and performance by New Voices Bay Area TIGQ Chorus.
Registration and meet and greet- 2:30-3pm
Symposium- 3-9:30pm
Admission is free, registration required
Presenters and Panelists:
Eli Conley, singer-songwriter, voice teacher
Elliot Franks, singer
Ruth Rainero, voice teacher
William Sauerland, EDD, voice teacher and conductor
Wendy Vastine, MA -SLP, NCVS vocologist, singer and vocal coach
Shawna Virago, singer-songwriter
Moderator and Host:
Reuben Zellman, Director, NVBA
Details, schedule and registration here: https://sites.google.com/sfcmc.org/transandsinging
*Note: This event has reached capacity for registration. Follow the above link for waitlist options.
Questions? Contact Jonathan Smucker, Voice Department Chair, jsmucker@sfcmc.org
Students of CMC violin instructor Heidi Kim perform in recital. Additional program details TBA.
CMC piano instructor Betty Wong hosts this twice yearly event featuring a selection of outstanding CMC students. Additional program details TBA.
Pablo Sáinz Villegas has been acclaimed by international press as “the soul of the Spanish guitar” and as the most outstanding classical guitarist of his generation. The New York Times has recognized his “virtuous and moving interpretation.” He has an outstanding artistic career and emotional delivery on stage, both in recitals in intimate rooms and sold-out stadiums. Sáinz Villegas has studied at the Royal Superior Conservatory of Music in Madrid and Manhattan School of Music, and won countless international competitions and prestigious awards for his playing, which encompasses traditional Spanish guitar and avant garde orchestral music. https://pablosainzvillegas.com/en/
RSVP online at tinyurl.com/Pablo-Sainz-Villegas. Seating is first come, first served. Seating is not guaranteed.
CMC thanks San Francisco Performances for bringing these world-class artists to our stage for a free community concert.
Musician Brandon Evans performs in concert. Additional program details TBA.
Hosted by CMC vocal instructor Jonathan Smucker, students enrolled in CMC’s vocal department perform in recital. Additional program details TBA.
Students enrolled in CMC’s Mission District Young Musician’s Program perform music from Mexico, Cuba and Columbia in collaboration with Buena Vista Horace Mann Mariachi Program and Ballet Folklorico Cuicacalli. Additional program details TBA.
Every 2nd Saturday of the month, CMC and Tango dance faculty member Sonja Riket host a monthly Milonga (Argentine Tango social dance gathering) with a drop-in class and dancing to Tango music from the Golden Era and beyond. This Milonga series will include live music and dance performances by local and international Tango guests.
Enjoy dancing in the beautiful Victorian concert hall with smooth wooden floor and outdoor patio! Come to listen and watch or join in the dance. All ages are welcome!
Parking garage at 21st St & Bartlett and lot Capp St (b/w 19th& 20th). Also street parking at Folsom St., 2 blocks away
More info: Sonja Riket 415.661.1852; www.tangorevolution.blogspot.com; www.IntimateEmbraceTango.com
YOUNG VIOLISTS COMPETITION RETURNS!
Sean Jones has established himself as one of the most outstanding trumpeters and composers on today’s scene. Apprenticing with Gerald Wilson, Frank Foster, Jimmy Heath and Nancy Wilson, he served as lead trumpeter with the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra. He has toured with Herbie Hancock and Wayne Shorter. Heavily involved in education, Sean has recently joined the Berklee College of Music’s distinguished faculty as the Chair of the Brass Department. He has also taught at Duquesne University and at the Oberlin Conservatory of Music. Sean is current Artist-in-Residence at SF Performances and is a member of The SF JAZZ Collective. https://www.sean-jones.com/
CMC thanks San Francisco Performances for bringing these world-class artists to our stage for a free community concert.
