Fresh Fall Classical
For many, the word “fall” is synonymous with chilly temperatures, sitting by the fireplace under warm blankets with a cup of tea or cocoa, and the foliage transforming into vibrant shades. Here at PARMA’s headquarters [...]
Studio Journal: Joseph Summer on his Hamlet Opera Part 4
What elements does it take to produce a full fledged opera? A full cast and orchestra, a fitting venue, teamwide tenacity and ambition, and of course, a good night's sleep, to name a few. If [...]
Safe Return to U.S. Choral Recordings, Choreographic Collaborations and more: October Production Recap
photo: Clarinetist Eddy Vanoosthuyse When you love what you do, it's only natural that you want to do it all the time; for PARMA, that “it” is making music. This month was one of the [...]
Orchestras, Storytellers, Festivals, and more: September Production Recap
photo: Moravian Philharmonic Orchestra No two sessions are the same, especially across venues in different countries. Regardless of location, musical style, or size of a project, there is always great music to be made. Read [...]
Studio Journal: Joseph Summer on his Hamlet Opera Part 3
As displayed in the past two editions of Joseph Summer’s guest blog series, the stories that seem too good to be true are far from such a label. Are they mere coincidences, or stories of [...]
We Remember: Composer Peter Greve
photo: Rik van Linden van den Heuvell "Search for your authentic self and let it permeate into your notes." Peter Greve Peter Greve (1931-2021) not only spoke these wise words, but practiced them throughout his [...]
Playlist: Back To School: A Study in Etudes – 2021 Additions
September introduces lots of transitions, from cooler temperatures and falling leaves to steaming beverages replacing iced coffees. And, of course, September means that back-to-school season is in full swing. With professors assigning their first essays [...]
Czech Choral Recordings and more: August Production Recap
photo: Kühn Choir at The Chapel in Korunní Street Prague Hot on the heels of an even hotter July, PARMA immediately went to work on an August spent abroad and in our own backyard. From [...]
Playlist: Major Works: Classical Piano
A powerhouse in the classical music genre, the piano provides us a full and euphonious musical tapestry even in solo settings. Whether you choose classical piano music for studying, dining, or out of sheer appreciation [...]
Oceanside Sessions at Shalin Liu Performance Center and more: July Sessions Recap
photo: Bin Hu, guitar; Jing Xia, guzheng Nestled on the coast of Rockport MA with picturesque views and admirable acoustics is the Shalin Liu Performance Center, a venue designed to showcase chamber music, and the [...]