Distinguished Concerts International - New York

Eric Whitacre's Virtual Choir 4 at ACDA

Eric Whitacre Interviewed on Boston performance and "The Whitacre Wave"

Since he came on to the scene, Eric Whitacre has caused quite a stir in the choral world. Today, we catch a ride on "The Whitacre Wave," and hear how this young composer and conductor's ethereal sounds have resonated with the electronic age.

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On Tour with the Eric Whitacre Singers

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Calling All Dawns Concert Reviewed by New York Concert Review

"Conductor Jonathan Griffith was the master of the situation, as is the norm for this consummate leader and musician. Any composer should be thrilled to have him at the helm when his works are played. The orchestra had already been excellent this afternoon, but they saved the best for the last in a performance that was done with style and grace. The supporting chorus, with singers from Australia, the United Kingdom, Vermont, Illinois, Pennsylvania, and New York, was vibrant throughout with a strong performance that was not wanting in volume or passion. It was a joy to see the constantly changing soloists, from Anonymous 4, to others including members of the chorus who came forward and offered passionate performances. They were all stars today. When two Maori in tribal dress entered the stage in the final movement and not only chanted the Maori lyrics, but did a ritual dance, it was that special DCINY "touch" that I have come to expect from this fine organization. The audience reacted after the final notes with the loudest and longest standing ovation I have ever heard at any concert. Mr. Tin was called to the stage and the ovation became deafening. It must have been one of the proudest moments in his life and it was wonderful to see. It's an image I will not soon forget. Congratulations to DCINY for another winning performance."

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