Let four young voices take you on an exploration of Italian song from the lyricism of the Romantic era to the drama of the verismo operatic tradition, paired with songs by Italian-Americans. Songs, arias, and ensemble pieces all by Italian composers including Verdi, Mascagni, Pizzetti, Musto, Corigliano, Argento, Busoni, and Harry Warren (the composer of 42nd Street, born Salvatore Guaragna).
Artistic Director Steven Blier selects four promising singers for a week-long residency that includes daily coaching, rehearsals, and workshops, culminating in a performance in the Music Room. Assisted by Michael Barrett, Associate Artistic Director of the New York Festival of Song (NYFOS), and developed in conjunction with NYFOS, this program focuses on art song interpretation and has a lasting impact on the growth, development, and professional practices of young artists.
Since its inception in 2009, the Schwab Vocal Rising Stars have received vital funding from the Terrance W. Schwab Endowment Fund for Young Vocal Artists. Created in memory of former Caramoor Trustee Terrance W. Schwab by his family, the fund is designed to nurture and support the artistic development and careers of young vocalists.
2015 Vocal Rising Stars:
Chelsea Morris, soprano
Julia Dawson, mezzo-soprano
Alec Carlson, tenor
Shea Owens, baritone
Christopher Reynolds, piano
Program:
Catalani In riva al mare
Verdi Brindisi (2nd version)
Bellini La ricordanza
Rossini Bolero (“Mi lagneró tacendo”)
Donaudy Vaghissima sembianza
Donizetti A consolarmi affrettisi from Linda di Chamounix
Alfano Non nascondere il segreto
Pizzetti I pastori
Busoni Wer hat das erste Lied erdacht?
Tedesco Ulai laze yihie li ometz
Refice Ombra di nube
Leoncavallo Sérénade napolitaine
– Short Pause –
Argento Spring
Joio There is a lady sweet and kind
Musto Penelope’s Song
Musto Some Last Words
Corigliano Irreverent Heart
Corigliano As summer brings a wistful breeze from The Ghosts of Versailles
Adamo This Much is New
Warren I Only Have Eyes for You
Warren The Girlfriend of the Whirling Dervish
