After a performance history that has embraced composers like J.S. Bach, Giuseppe Verdi, Rossini, Mozart. and curated selections of French and Spanish musical gems, the Amadeus Concert Ensemble turned its attention last Sunday afternoon to sacred music of the Czech composer, Antonin Dvořák. Chosen were four movements from the Stabat Mater (1877) and the complete four movement cantata Te Deum (1892). Howard Skinner conducted the orchestra and chorus. Soloists were soprano Maria Natale, alto Diana Salesky, tenor John Overholt, and bass Stephen Morscheck.
On Sunday: Amadeus Concert Ensemble Turns To Dvorak For Season Opener
As reported previously, ACE is now the Amadeus Concert Ensemble—a reflection of its sizable presence in Knoxville’s classical music scene and the impressive scale of its performances with full orchestra and chorus in Knoxville’s Sacred Heart Cathedral. Its 2024-25 season…
Amadeus Chamber Ensemble: The Sacred Side of Rossini
On September 17, the Cathedral Concert Series will present Amadeus Chamber Ensemble performing selections from Gioacchino Rossini’s sacred masterworks, Stabat Mater and Messe Solonnelle. Maestro Howard Skinner shared his thoughts on not only these works, but the oft-stereotyped composer behind…
Review in Brief: Amadeus Chamber Ensemble – Mozart’s ‘Coronation Mass’ & ‘Regina Coeli’
Classical music lovers know full well that one has to take advantage of every opportunity to catch the gems of the repertoire when performances of them happen in a busy music scene. This past Sunday afternoon was one of these…
Preview: Mozart’s ‘Coronation Mass’ & ‘Regina Coeli’ – Amadeus Chamber Ensemble
Mozart: Coronation Mass & Regina Coeli Amadeus Chamber Ensemble Orchestra & Chorus Cathedral Concert Series — Cathedral of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus 711 S. Northshore Drive in Knoxville Sunday, September 25, 5:30 PM Admission is Free, but online…
Review: A Feast of Bach From the Amadeus Chamber Ensemble and the Cathedral Concert Series
By Alan Sherrod According to those who keep such records, Baroque composer Johann Sebastian Bach was the fourth most-performed composer worldwide in 2018. To Bachophiles, however—and I unabashedly admit to being one—there is simply no such thing as too…