Prism Newsletter
March 2026
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Yale Schola Cantorum to perform Haydn's Creation in U.S. and Italy

Grete Pedersen will lead Yale Schola Cantorum and Juilliard415 in seven performances of Haydn’s Creation in New Haven, New York, Trieste, Brescia, Venice, Perugia, and Rome. View details. 

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Gospel virtuoso will hold two-day residency which is open to all

From April 21–22, GRAMMY-winning gospel artist Cory Henry will join us for a public symposium, worship service, and masterclass exploring gospel music. Read more and register.

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Registration open for the Black Sacred Arts conference in Ghana

Forty speakers and performers from Africa, Europe, and the Americas will gather in July to explore Africa’s rich heritage and vibrant traditions through music, visual arts, and rituals. Learn more and register. 
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Photo highlights from the ISM's new exhibit

On view in Miller Hall until May 7, Laboratory for Other Worlds, created by Patte Loper with Andrew Kemp and Erin Genia, explores climate science, social justice, and speculative imagination. View photos.

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Alumnus appointed at the National Cathedral

Organ graduate Dr. Jared Johnson will soon begin his new role as director of music and canon-elect at the Washington National Cathedral. Read more. 

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Former fellow wins 2026 Singerman prize

Dr. Michelle Karnes is honored for Medieval Marvels and Fictions, a groundbreaking book developed during her ISM fellowship. Read more. 

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT
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Yale Schola Cantorum: Bach's Magnificat

In case you missed it watch Grete Pedersen’s debut concert as principal conductor of Yale Schola Cantorum from the March 5 concert in Woolsey Hall. The program centered on Bach’s Magnificat, interwoven with works by Schubert, Poulenc, Mahler, Lachenmann, Mozart, and others, creating a rich musical dialogue and reflection on new beginnings. Mark your calendars for Haydn's Creation in New Haven, New York, and Italy in the coming weeks—view dates and details here. 

 
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