University of Houston Moores School of Music
During his short career as a composer, Samuel Coleridge-Taylor produced
dynamic works that were performed far and wide. His star was rising in
the classical music world, but a bout with pneumonia took his life at
37. Despite his premature passing, he left behind an impressive
collection of compositions that continues to inspire both musicians and
audiences. The University of Houston’s Moores School of Music will pay
tribute to the influential composer with "Samuel Coleridge-Taylor: A
Centennial Celebration"
Oct. 5 – Faculty will perform a recital of songs, piano and chamber
music. Performers include soprano Cynthia Clayton, mezzo-soprano Melanie
Sonnenberg, baritone Timothy Jones and pianist Nancy Weems.
Oct. 6 – Performers include the Moores Symphony Orchestra with
conductor Franz Krager, the Moores Concert Chorale directed by Betsy
Weber, Prairie View A&M University Concert Chorale directed by A.
Jan Taylor, violinist Andrzej Grabiec and guest tenor soloist Zachary
Averyt.
[Samuel
Coleridge-Taylor (1875-1912) is profiled at AfriClassical.com,
which features a comprehensive Works List and a Bibliography by Prof.
Dominique-René de Lerma, www.CasaMusicaledeLerma.com.
We
are collaborating with the Samuel Coleridge-Taylor Foundation of the
U.K., www.SCTF.org.uk]
Dear Bill, Can't thank you enough for your highlighting our C-T Centennial Celebration
scheduled for this week-end. The reminder post looks just great. I am
so appreciative of your assistance with getting the word out on this
worthy project! The music is extraordinary. Most gratefully, Franz [Franz Anton Krager]
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