Vokaalgrupp LYYRA (USA). Pärnu kontserdimaja hooaja lõppkontsert
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Tue 27 April at 19:00 Pärnu Concert Hall. Season finale concert Wed 28 April at 19:00 Vanemuine Concert Hall Thu 29 April at 19:00 Estonia Concert Hall Vocal group LYYRA (USA) LYYRA: Mary Knight (soprano) Adele Cuartelon (soprano) Nancy Stagnitta (mezzo-soprano) Julia Wade (mezzo-soprano) Anna Schubert (alto) Sidney Outlaw (alto) Program: music ranging from early polyphony to contemporary pop and jazz arrangements. William Byrd. Sacred hymn “Sing Joyfully” Emily King. “Medal” Don MacDonald. “When The Earth Stands Still” Vienna Teng. “The Hymn of Acxiom” Paul Simon. “America” Paul Simon. “Bridge Over Troubled Water” John Lennon, Paul McCartney. “Eleanor Rigby” Amy Beach. “Three Songs on Shakespeare Texts” op. 39 Manning Sherwin. “A Nightingale Sang in Berkeley Square” Caroline Shaw. “Dolce Cantavi” Interval Leslie Savoy Burrs. “Rise Up My Love” Amy Beach. “Dusk in June” op. 82 Traditional Appalachian. “Will the Circle Be Unbroken” Donny Hathaway. “Someday We'll All Be Free” Peter Eldridge. “Dark Out of the Night” Stevie Wonder. “You Are the Sunshine of My Life” Billie Eilish, Finneas O'Connell. “What Was I Made For?” Laura Mvula, Steve Brown. “She” Dolly Parton. “Light of a Clear Blue Morning” Lyyra is a brand-new, thoroughly American, all-female vocal ensemble. Their program “Tõus” (Rising) ranges from early music to jazz and pop from different cultures and introduces the ensemble’s first album, to be released on the Warner Classics label. Lyyra was founded by the iconic vocal ensemble VOCES8, which recently also performed in Estonia. The sound of this new ensemble, which takes a fresh look at the possibilities and role of women’s voices in vocal music, combines a rich, velvety timbre with a bright, clear tone. “We are exceptionally delighted to welcome Lyyra to the Warner Classics family. Although the ensemble was only founded recently, they have quickly become one of the world’s most captivating vocal groups. They expertly cross stylistic boundaries and inspire listeners through both their music and educational programs.” - Alain Lanceron, President of Warner Classics The concert includes an interval and lasts approx. 1 hr 40 min
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Tue, 27 April at 19 Pärnu Concert Hall Wed, 28 April at 19 Vanemuine Concert Hall Thu, 29 April to 19 Estonia Concert Hall Vocal Ensemble LYYRA (USA) Mary Knight (soprano) Adele Cuartelon (soprano) Nancy Stagnitta (mezzo-soprano) Julia Wade (mezzo-soprano) Anna Schubert (alto) Sidney Outlaw (alto) Programme: From early polyphony to contemporary pop and jazz arrangements William Byrd. Anthem "Sing Joyfully" Emily King. "Medal" Don MacDonald. "When The Earth Stands Still" Vienna Teng. "The Hymn of Acxiom" Paul Simon. "America" Paul Simon. "Bridge Over Troubled Water" John Lennon, Paul McCartney. "Eleanor Rigby" Amy Beach. "Three Shakespeare Choruses" op. 39 Manning Sherwin. "A Nightingale Sang in Berkeley Square" Caroline Shaw. "Dolce Cantavi" Intermission Leslie Savoy Burrs. "Rise Up My Love" Amy Beach. "Dusk in June" op. 82 Traditional Appalachian. "Will the Circle Be Unbroken" Donny Hathaway. "Someday We'll All Be Free" Peter Eldridge. "Dark Out of the Night" Stevie Wonder. "You Are the Sunshine of My Life" Billie Eilish, Finneas O'Connell. "What Was I Made For?" Laura Mvula, Steve Brown. "She" Dolly Parton. "Light of a Clear Blue Morning" Lyyra is an all-female vocal ensemble from the United States. Their debut program „Rising“ demonstrates the full stylistic and vocal capabilities of a women's ensemble, ranging from historical early music to jazz and pop. The performances also introduce pieces from their forthcoming debut album with Warner Classics. Formed under the auspices of the VOCES8 Foundation, Lyyra offers an innovative perspective on the role and potential of female voices in choral music. The group balances a warm, rich timbre with clarity of tone across diverse genres, including classical, jazz, pop, and global folk traditions. Recognizing their artistry, Warner Classics signed an exclusive recording contract with the ensemble in 2025. We are delighted to welcome Lyyra to the Warner Classics family. Despite their recent formation, they have emerged as a compelling vocal group. Their ability to cross musical boundaries seamlessly is matched by their commitment to inspiring audiences through both performance and education. - Alain Lanceron, President of Warner Classics Duration: appr. 1 h 40 min (with intermission)
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