Author Archives: Michael

Mahler 2 Reviews

Posted on May 14, 2011 by Michael

It’s good to see how much people enjoyed the San Francisco Symphony performances of Mahler’s 2nd last weekend, especially with all the raves about the chorus as well as the orchestra. Continue reading →

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Coming Up: Mahler, Duruflé, Beethoven

Posted on May 6, 2011 by Michael

I have three exciting concerts coming up with the San Francisco Symphony Chorus in the next few weeks, all of which we have been rehearsing simultaneously. Continue reading →

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MusicXML 3.0 Beta 3

Posted on May 6, 2011 by Michael

Earlier this week, Recordare released a new Beta 3 version of the MusicXML 3.0 format. Beta 3 includes several new features and improvements based on our implementation experiences to date. Continue reading →

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Digital Sheet Music Panel at SF MusicTech Summit #8

Posted on April 27, 2011 by Michael

On Monday, May 9 there will be a special event at the 8th SF MusicTech Summit in San Francisco. I will be participating in SF MusicTech’s first-ever panel discussion on digital sheet music and music notation. Continue reading →

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MusicXML 3.0 Beta 2

Posted on April 27, 2011 by Michael

Last week Recordare released a new Beta 2 version of the MusicXML 3.0 format. Then today, Recordare released a new version of the MusicXML 3.0 sound taxonomy. There are now 861 standard sound names available, 40% more than in Beta 1. Continue reading →

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MusicXML 3.0 Beta 1

Posted on April 2, 2011 by Michael

MusicXML 3.0 has now entered its beta test! The major new features in Beta 1 include a standard taxonomy of over 600 instrument sounds, better support for Chinese, Turkish, and educational music; catching up with changes in music notation software and practice; and suggestions from MusicXML 2.0 users. Continue reading →

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Chorus Stage Time: Turandot vs. Der Freischütz

Posted on February 19, 2011 by Michael

Turnadot is indeed twice as big as a standard chorus opera part. No wonder we’re so tired but happy afterwards: “Nessun dorma” indeed! Continue reading →

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Coming Up: Turandot

Posted on February 17, 2011 by Michael

It’s less than 24 hours until Turandot opens at West Bay Opera. Turandot is Puccini’s last and grandest opera. To get the chance to perform it as part of a volunteer chorus may well be a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Continue reading →

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