A spring storm and a rainbow: A busy time for Oregon choirs * Oregon ArtsWatch
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A spring storm and a rainbow: A busy time for Oregon choirs * Oregon ArtsWatch
"Resonance Ensemble has performed groundbreaking works, including Gabriela Lena Frank's Pachamama Meets an Ode and Caroline Shaw's Concerto for Harpsichord and Strings, showcasing innovative musical paths."
"The Dale Warland Singers, founded in 1972, commissioned and performed 270 new choral works, primarily from American composers, leaving a lasting impact on the choral music landscape."
"The 2026 Dale Warland Singers Commission grant awarded to Resonance recognizes the ensemble's commitment to pushing boundaries in choral music and honors the legacy of Dale Warland."
Resonance Ensemble and composer Caroline Shaw have collaborated on various musical projects in Oregon, including performances of works by Gabriela Lena Frank and Shaw. They are now working together on a new choral piece, having received the 2026 Dale Warland Singers Commission grant. This grant honors the legacy of the Dale Warland Singers, founded in 1972, which commissioned numerous choral works and contributed significantly to American choral music. The grant has been awarded to 18 choirs since 2008, recognizing their contributions to the choral community.
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