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Renova New Music Ensemble
Приєднався 20 гру 2023
The Renova New Music Ensemble is the University of Colorado Boulder's student-led contemporary choral ensemble dedicated to performing CU Student and Alumni composers' vocal compositions.
Created in Oct.2021, the Renova New Music Ensemble has hosted an array of community events, beginning with the debut of “The Young Years Suite,” by JC Maynard in Dec.2021. The 2022 Alchemy Concert, directed by Dr. Jessie Flasschoen, marked an exploration in immersive choral experiences. In Apr.2023, the Renova New Music Ensemble joined with the Westview Church Choir and CU Boulder string quartet to perform “A Mass of Rebirth” - a five movement composition directed by Dr. O’Neil Jones commissioned for an organ detication. Last December, Renova performed “A Winter’s Night,” and in April, they showcased their “Stories in Song” concert, convering a vast array of musical styles and extended techniques to tell unique tales, from legends of Irish seaweed harvesting to long forgotten civilizations.
Created in Oct.2021, the Renova New Music Ensemble has hosted an array of community events, beginning with the debut of “The Young Years Suite,” by JC Maynard in Dec.2021. The 2022 Alchemy Concert, directed by Dr. Jessie Flasschoen, marked an exploration in immersive choral experiences. In Apr.2023, the Renova New Music Ensemble joined with the Westview Church Choir and CU Boulder string quartet to perform “A Mass of Rebirth” - a five movement composition directed by Dr. O’Neil Jones commissioned for an organ detication. Last December, Renova performed “A Winter’s Night,” and in April, they showcased their “Stories in Song” concert, convering a vast array of musical styles and extended techniques to tell unique tales, from legends of Irish seaweed harvesting to long forgotten civilizations.
Arise O Lord - by Brian Lambert
On the November 2024 CU SoundWorks Concert, the Renova New Music Ensemble performed Brian Lambert's "Arise O Lord," which draws inspiration from early liturgical influences to deliver a stunningly beautiful web of modal harmony.
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Blake Clawson, conductor
Addie McCurdy, soloist
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Blake Clawson, conductor
Addie McCurdy, soloist
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Alleluia - by JC Maynard
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At the November 2024 CU SoundWorks concert, the Renova New Music Ensemble performed JC Maynard's "Alleluia," an eight part a cappella work with many interweaving melodic lines, temporal and metric changes, and tonal shifts. The sonorous wash of voices ebb in and out of homophony, creating hauntingly gorgeous chords that tug on the heart.
chimes - by Leah Tracy
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The Renova New Music Ensemble performing Leah Tracy's "chimes," a joyus, nostalgic piece, on the October 2024 CU SoundWorks Concert.
Midnight Mountain - by Ryan Flat
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Ryan Flat's "Midnight Mountain," performed by the Renova New Music Ensemble on the October 2024 CU SoundWorks Concert, tells a story of the sun and moon in an sweet, folk-like hymn.
Fantasy Arabesque - by Blake Clawson
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On the October 2024 CU SoundWorks Concert, the Renova New Music Ensemble performed "Fantasy Arabesque" by Blake Clawson a lush, piano accompanied choral setting of Sara Teasdale's poem. Blake Clawson, conductor Aric Vyhmeister, piano
Dúlamán - by JC Maynard
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At the March 2024 CU SoundWorks Concert, the Renova New Music Ensemble performed JC Maynard's setting of a traditional Irish Gaelic text entitled "Dúlamán." The tale describes a legend of courtship told as an allegory of seaweed harvesting. JC Maynard, conductor
Gray Eyes - by Blake Clawson
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At the March 2024 CU SoundWorks Concert, the Renova New Music Ensemble performed Blake Clawson's "Gray Eyes," a choral setting of Sara Teasdale's poem, dedicated to the composer's wife. Blake Clawson, conductor
Stories in Song - Renova APR.2024 Concert
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In their Spring 2024 Concert, "Stories in Song," the Renova New Music Ensemble presents a collection of new CU choral compositions, each that tells a unique story. From themes of love and loss to tales of hunting and harvesting, this program covers a vast array of genres and possibilities of the human voice. 1. Dúlamán - JC Maynard (00:20) 2. Gray Eyes - Blake Clawson (05:18) 3. e(ver) - Alan M...
Sea Longing - by Blake Clawson
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At the March 2023 CU SoundWorks Concert, the Renova New Music Ensemble performed "Sea Longing" by Blake Clawson. Written for piano and chorus, this setting of Sara Teasdale's poem portrays the haunting beauty of the ocean. Dr. Jessie Flasschoen Campbell, conductor Aric Vyhmeister, piano
Aeolian Harp - by Mark Arnett
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At the October 2023 CU SoundWorks concert, the Renova New Music Ensemble performed "Aeolian Harp" by Mark Arnett, an expressive setting of the poem by William Allingham. Blake Clawson, conductor
The Cricket Sang - by Blake Clawson
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At the October 2023 CU SoundWorks Concert, the Renova New Music ensemble performed "The Cricket Sang" by Blake Clawson, an SATB choral setting of text by Emily Dickinson. Blake Clawson, conductor
Cells Planets - Renova New Music Ensemble
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In October 2022, the Renova New Music Ensemble recorded and performed "Cells Planets," written by Erika Lloyd and arranged by Vince Peterson. The piece was later featured in the group's December 2022 interactive "Alchemy" concert. Dr. Jessie Flasschoen Campbell, conductor Brianna Gress, soloist
A Mass of Rebirth - Renova APR.2023 Concert
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In April 2023, the Renova New Music Ensemble joined with the Westview Church Choir, CU Boulder string quartet, and renowned organist Dr. Nathaniel Gumbs of Yale University to perform “A Mass of Rebirth” - a five movement composition written by JC Maynard and Ryan Flat, and directed by Dr. O’Neil Jones commissioned to celebrate the installation of the 1959 Layton Organ from Mt. Calvary Lutheran ...
The Young Years Suite - by JC Maynard
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Renova New Music Ensemble's first ever performance, "The Young Years Suite" by JC Maynard at the December 2021 CU Pendulum New Music Concert. Written for piano and SATB divisi choir, this choral four seasons explores the wonder of childhood as the years pass by. 00:00 I. Summer 03:21 II. Autumn 07:16 III. Winter 12:15 IV. Spring JC Maynard, conductor Lizzie French, piano
Solitude - by JC Maynard
Переглядів 10111 місяців тому
At the September 2022 CU SoundWorks Concert, the Renova New Music Ensemble performed "Solitude" by JC Maynard, written during the Covid-19 pandemic. JC Maynard, conductor
A Winter's Night - Renova DEC.2023 Concert
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A Winter's Night - Renova DEC.2023 Concert