The Wayfaring Project: Meet Composer Moira Smiley April 30, 2021
In preparation for their virtual choir performance of “Wayfaring Stranger,” Rob Istad and the members of Pacific Chorale met with composer Moira Smiley via a Zoom conference call on April 7th. Here are some excerpts from their conversation about her musical growth and composing philosophy, and the process of arranging “Wayfaring Stranger.” R.I. Tonight, we
Continue ReadingPacific Chorale Approved for 2021 NEA Grant February 23, 2021
CONTACTS: ANDREW BROWN, PRESIDENT & CEO [email protected] RYAN MCSWEENEY, DIRECTOR OF MARKETING & BOX OFFICE [email protected] 714/662-2345 PACIFIC CHORALE TO RECEIVE $10,000 GRANT FROM THE NATIONAL ENDOWMENT FOR THE ARTS Choral concert in the 2021-22 season to feature pairing of works by Caroline Shaw and Dietrich Buxtehude. Costa Mesa, CA – On February 4, 2021,
Continue ReadingReviews of All Things Common February 15, 2021
Critical Praise All Things Common has been garnering strong reviews since its release, culminating in the announcement that the prestigious audiophile outlet Native DSD Music has named it one of their Top 10 Albums of the Year for 2020! “What’s unexpected from these contemporary choral works is composer Tarik O’Regan’s music, which is
Continue ReadingHow to Watch Tis the Season! December 3, 2020
If you have reserved a virtual ticket, we will email the exclusive concert link December 1st, 2020. Not registered yet? Get Your Ticket Now! Test your device or setup to make sure you will be able to watch December 3rd at 5pm PST. Our show will be streaming two ways: through an integrated auction site
Continue ReadingRelease: Pacific Chorale Announces 2020 Virtual Holiday Concert & Gala November 5, 2020
For release: November 5, 2020 Contacts: Andrew Brown, President & CEO, [email protected] Ryan McSweeney, Director of Marketing & Box Office, [email protected] 714/662-2345 PACIFIC CHORALE ANNOUNCES 2020 VIRTUAL HOLIDAY CONCERT & GALA “Tis the Season!” on December 3 will bring the Chorale’s popular holiday offering online. Accompanying Gala auction will raise funds to support Pacific Chorale’s artistic
Continue ReadingFor Your Grammy Consideration: All Things Common October 8, 2020
We are proud and excited to have our latest recording included in the first-round ballot for the 2021 Grammy Awards! Friends, What is it about choral music, produced by human voices in collaboration with one another, that touches us so deeply right now? My hunch is that we crave collaboration, commitment, and inspiration right now.
Continue ReadingPacific Chorale 2020-2021 Season Update August 21, 2020
WELCOME TO 2020 – 2021: THE FERMATA SEASON! Greetings from Pacific Chorale! Rob and I wanted to take an opportunity to update you on Pacific Chorale’s plans for the 2020-2021 Season. We thank you for your patience as the staff and Board continue to work tirelessly behind the scenes to adapt to the challenges
Continue ReadingPacific Chorale stands in solidarity with Black communities June 2, 2020
Pacific Chorale stands in solidarity with Black communities to demand an end to violence and brutality resulting from the racism that still suffocates our nation. The death or George Floyd once again demonstrates that this inequality is not new and that the voices of Black communities still have not been heard. We acknowledge
Continue ReadingRelease: Pacific Chorale Announces Release of New Recording “All Things Common” May 18, 2020
For release: May 18, 2020 Contacts: Andrew Brown, President & CEO, [email protected] Ryan McSweeney, Director of Marketing & Box Office, [email protected] 714/662-2345 Pacific Chorale Announces Release of New Recording “All Things Common,” Featuring Music by Tarik O’Regan First recording released under Artistic Director Robert Istad’s leadership features the organization’s 24-member professional chamber choir, joined by Salastina
Continue ReadingConcert Cancellation Notice: Mozart Coronation Mass March 16, 2020
March 16, 2020 PACIFIC CHORALE CANCELS MOZART CORONATION MASS CONCERT IN RESPONSE TO CORONAVIRUS Costa Mesa, CA – Given the events of the past week, and the CDC’s new guidelines advising the cancellation of gatherings of 50 or more people during the next eight weeks, it saddens us to announce that we have
Continue ReadingConcert Cancellation Notice: Songs of the Soul March 12, 2020
Pacific Chorale cancels Songs of the Soul concert in response to sincere and utmost concern for the health and safety of our artists, staff, and patrons.
Continue ReadingRelease: Pacific Chorale Announces Singer Auditions for 2020-2021 January 21, 2020
For release: January 21, 2020 Contacts: Andrew Brown, President & CEO, [email protected] Ryan McSweeney, Director of Marketing & Box Office, [email protected] 714/662-2345 PACIFIC CHORALE ANNOUNCES SINGER AUDITIONS FOR 2020–2021 SEASON Chorale seeks volunteer altos, tenors, and basses to perform at Segerstrom Center for the Arts’ Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall and other Southern California
Continue ReadingRelease: Pacific Chorale to receive $15,000 grant from the National Endowment for the Arts January 15, 2020
For release: January 15, 2020 Contacts: Andrew Brown, President & CEO, [email protected] Ryan McSweeney, Director of Marketing & Box Office, [email protected] 714/662-2345 Pacific Chorale to Receive $15,000 Grant From the National Endowment for the Arts Concert on March 21st at Our Lady Queen of Angels Catholic Church in Newport Beach to feature works by Galina
Continue ReadingRelease: Pacific Chorale Opens 2019-2020 Season with Brahms and Pärt October 29, 2019
For release: October 29, 2019 Contacts: Andrew Brown, President & CEO [email protected] Ryan McSweeney, Director of Marketing & Box Office [email protected] 714/662-2345 PACIFIC CHORALE OPENS 2019-2020 SEASON WITH BRAHMS AND PÄRT Concert on November 9th will feature the Chorale and Pacific Symphony in Johannes Brahms’ “A German Requiem” and Arvo Pärt’s “Te Deum.” Followed by
Continue ReadingRelease: “Beer Choir” brings together lovers of music and libations June 12, 2019
For release: June 12, 2019 Contacts: Molly Buzick Pontin Vice-President, Education & Community Programs [email protected] Ryan McSweeney Director of Marketing & Box Office [email protected] 714/662-2345 “Beer Choir” brings together lovers of music and libations Orange County Women’s Chorus, Pacific Chorale, and Segerstrom Center for the Arts to host the first local gathering of the national
Continue ReadingRelease: Pacific Chorale to Celebrate “UnSung Heroes” February 5, 2019
For release: February 6, 2019 Contacts: Andrew Brown, President & CEO [email protected] Ryan McSweeney, Director of Marketing & Box Office [email protected] 714/662-2345 Pacific Chorale to Celebrate “UnSung Heroes” Concert on March 30th will highlight the accomplishments of women composers, including a world premiere by guest curator Karen P. Thomas. Costa Mesa, CA – On March
Continue ReadingRelease: Pacific Chorale Celebrates the Holidays with 2 Concerts & Gala November 15, 2018
For release: November 15, 2018 Contacts: Molly Buzick Pontin, DMA, Managing Director [email protected] Ryan McSweeney, Director of Marketing & Box Office [email protected] 714/662-2345 PACIFIC CHORALE CELEBRATES THE HOLIDAYS WITH 2 CONCERTS & GALA December 1: “Carols by Candlelight” at Our Lady Queen of Angels, Newport Beach December 22 & 23: “Tis the Season!” at Segerstrom
Continue ReadingRelease: Pacific Chorale Hires Andrew Brown as President & CEO October 15, 2018
For release: October 15, 2018 Contacts: Molly Buzick Pontin, DMA, Managing Director [email protected] Ryan McSweeney, Director of Marketing & Box Office [email protected] 714/662-2345 PACIFIC CHORALE HIRES ANDREW BROWN AS PRESIDENT & CEO Costa Mesa, CA, October 15, 2018 –Pacific Chorale today announced the appointment of Andrew Brown as its new President and Chief Executive Officer.
Continue ReadingRelease: Pacific Chorale to Open Season with Haydn’s “The Creation” August 20, 2018
For release: August 20, 2018 Contacts: Molly Buzick Pontin, DMA, Managing Director [email protected] Ryan McSweeney, Director of Marketing & Box Office [email protected] 714/662-2345 PACIFIC CHORALE TO OPEN SEASON WITH HAYDN’S “THE CREATION” Performance will feature video projections and lighting by Martin Brinkerhoff Associates Costa Mesa, CA – On Sunday, November 4th, Pacific Chorale will open
Continue ReadingRelease: Chorale’s Festival to Unite Southern California in Song July 24, 2018
For release: July 23, 2018 Contacts: Molly Buzick Pontin, DMA, Managing Director [email protected] Ryan McSweeney, Director of Marketing & Box Office [email protected] 714/662-2345 CHORALE’S FESTIVAL TO UNITE SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA IN SONG Artistic Director Robert Istad Conducts an All-Mozart Program in Free Public Performance Costa Mesa, CA – More than 300 Southern California singers, including members
Continue ReadingRelease: Pacific Chorale Announces 2018-2019 Season: Imagine, Inspire, Create April 16, 2018
Release-Pacific Chorale- SEASON ANNOUNCEMENT-2018-2019 For release: April 16, 2018 Contacts: Elizabeth Pearson [email protected] Ryan McSweeney, Marketing Director [email protected] 714/662-2345 PACIFIC CHORALE ANNOUNCES 2018-2019 SEASON: Imagine, Inspire, Create Artistic Director Robert Istad to Introduce New Directions in Presentations Costa Mesa, CA – Pacific Chorale, the resident choir of the Segerstrom Center for the Arts, is pleased
Continue ReadingPress Release: Opening Concert Oct. 29 August 24, 2017
For release: August 23, 2017 Contacts: Elizabeth Pearson – 714/662-2345 [email protected] [email protected] PACIFIC CHORALE LAUNCHES 50th ANNIVERSARY ON OCTOBER 29 WITH A U.S. PREMIERE, A SALUTE TO LEONARD BERNSTEIN, AND A REPRISE OF ITS FIRST CHORAL-ORCHESTRAL COMMISSION Robert Istad will make his Orange County Debut as Artistic Director COSTA MESA, CA — Pacific Chorale, the
Continue ReadingPress Release: Season Announcement August 8, 2017
For release: March 21, 2017 Contacts: Elizabeth Pearson – 714/662-2345 [email protected] [email protected] PACIFIC CHORALE ANNOUNCES 2017-2018 SEASON UNDER NEW CONDUCTOR New Artistic Director Robert Istad Will Lead the Organization in Its “Golden Anniversary” Year The Board of Directors of Pacific Chorale, the resident choir of Segerstrom Center for the Arts, has announced its 2017-2018 season,
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