Leaders explore tradition and innovation in Black sacred music
Eight leading music and arts ministers from around the country visited Yale on October 26 to participate in a panel and a night of song that explored tradition and innovation in Black sacred music. The events were convened by the ISM's Interdisciplinary Program in Music and the Black Church. Click here to view a photo slideshow, watch the recordings, and read a personal reflection on the events by Reginald Payne M.A.R. '25.
FACULTY NEWS
Organ Music Today: A Journey into Innovation and Inclusivity
During his recent sabbatical, Professor Markus Rathey explored innovation and inclusivity in the world of organ music. In this article, he delves further into the topic with Dr. Nathaniel Gumbs and Professor James O’Donnell.
Understanding church, music, and Korea
Bo kyung Blenda Im has had a fascinating professional and personal journey so far, first as a student, then as a fellow, and now as an assistant professor of Sacred Music and of Divinity. Read more about her story.
ALUMNI NEWS
Alumni Spotlight: Amanda Weber (M.M. ’13) and a Choir of Hope
ISM alumna Amanda Weber M.M. ’13 is attempting to restore joy and artistic expression to people confined at correctional facilities in Minnesota. Read more in this interview with Amanda.
STUDENT NEWS
Life in Yale Voxtet through the eyes of first and second year students
Two new and two returning members of the Yale Voxtet reflect on their experiences so far this semester as part of the ISM’s select group of eight singers specializing in early music, oratorio, and chamber ensemble. Read more.
Student spotlight: Alex Whittington M.M. '25
ISM student and assistant conductor of Yale Camerata said their experience conducting and singing a solo at the recent "Out of Time" concert was "galvanizing from start to finish". Read more.
FELLOWS NEWS
ISM fellow featured on BBC Radio 3
Dr. Janie Cole's research into the role of music in C16th and C17th Jesuit missions in Ethiopia was highlighted on BBC Radio 3's Early Music. Listen here (begins at the 50:59 point).
In Memorium: Fr. Prof. Elias Kesrouani
The ISM was saddened to learn of the passing of Prof. Fr. Elias Kesrouani (2nd from left) on Sept. 20. Kesrouani was a former visiting professor and fellow at the ISM. Read more.
IN CASE YOU MISSED IT
Watch recording of Yale Camerata's "Out of Time" concert
On October 14, Dr. Felicia Barber conducted Yale Camerata in its first concert of the season with a program of music that explored the theme of "time." In case you missed it, click here to enjoy a photo slideshow and watch the full video recording.
View photo slideshow from Schola Cantorum and Juilliard415
Masaaki Suzuki conducted Yale Schola Cantorum and Juilliard415 in concerts in New York City's Lincoln Center (Oct. 20) and in New Haven's Woolsey Hall (Oct. 21) as they performed Handel's L’Allegro, il Penseroso ed il Moderato. View photos.
MARK YOUR CALENDARS
All events are free and open to the public
Nov. 9: More Things in Heaven: A Poetry Reading by David Yezzi Nov. 9: Danish National Vocal Ensemble and Yale Schola Cantorum Nov. 10: Christ against the Idols: Gospel Iconography and Idolatry in Byzantine Art Nov. 12: Alumni Organ Recital with Meg Cutting Nov. 17: "The Spirit of France" with the Yale Voxtet and The Sebastians Nov. 19: The Works of Max Reger: An Organ Concert with Matthias Maierhofer and a pre-concert talk, “Das Reich muss uns doch bleiben”: Confessional Conflict and Nationalism in Max Reger’s Germany by Christopher Anderson. Dec 2: The Bread of Angels: Wisdom and Music Behind Bars Dec. 2: Yale Camerata Advent concert Dec. 4: Yale Repertory Chorus Recital Dec. 8: Riverscapes in the Eastern Mediterranean: Lifelines of Byzantium Dec. 8: Yale Schola Cantorum Christmas celebration featuring John Rutter's Gloria
Photo: Yale Schola Cantorum soloists at the October 21 concert of Handel's L'Allegro with Juilliard415, conducted by Masaaki Suzuki. Photo by Harold Shapiro.
