Introducing Chicago Master Singers University
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Welcome to Chicago Master Singers University (CMS University), a series of seminars offered by Chicago Master Singers and hosted by our Music Director, Dr. John Hughes. We are offering this series as a livestream, during which you will be able to use the chat feature to interact with Dr. Hughes and any guests. Sessions will also be recorded and will be available the day after the livestream event, in case you miss the live session.
CMS University will meet weekly from August 24 to November 30, 2020 on Mondays (exception is Tuesday, September 8). Sessions begin at 7:00 pm Central time, and will be streamed via YouTube. You'll receive a link to the livestream a couple of days before the event(s) for which you've registered. |
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About Chicago Master Singers
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Chicago Master Singers (CMS) was founded in 1979. Our repertoire consists of the great choral and orchestral works of the past as well as contemporary works by living composers. Chorus members are drawn from over 50 communities around the greater Chicago area and come from all walks of life and professions. For some, music is their vocation as professional singers, teachers and choir directors; and for others it is their avocation, a way to enrich their lives by coming together with others who love to sing and performing great works of music. CMS embarks on a European performance tour every two years as ambassadors of goodwill.
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What the critics say“Chicago Master Singers, by almost any measure, has to be considered among the city’s top choral ensembles.” Kyle MacMillan, chicagoclassicalreview.com
“…what came through powerfully was the deep emotion and intense spirituality of the music. Heatherington’s focused, scrupulous direction of his forces—vocal quartet, orchestra and large chorus—conveyed … the intense drama of the music, deftly varying the slow tempos to provide expressive variety.” Lawrence Johnson, chicagoclassicalreview.com “… the transparency of Chicago Master Singers is extraordinary, to be sure. Heatherington kept a tight rein on dynamics, balances and diction all evening and, despite the resonance of the space, lines and texts remained clear.” Dennis Polkow, chicagoclassicalreview.com “The Chicago Master Singers – 129 strong – delivered daunting corporate power … and dedication in their challenging role. … the vocalism and tonal refinement was impressive" Lawrence Johnson, chicagoclassicalreview.com |
