On November 11, 2013, Columbia Records will release the soundtrack to “12 Years A Slave” — the critically acclaimed film — which features violinist Tim Fain. Fain performs the violin music played by historic character Solomon Northrup (portrayed by Chiwetel…
Boston Magazine’s Ingrid Adamow chats with Tim Fain on the eve of the Boston premiere of his multimedia work Portals, at the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum. Adamow writes, “Those willing to pry their eyes off their iPhones and open their…
From October 17 – 20, Copland House (Cortland Manor, NY) is partnering with The Jacob Burns Film Center (Pleasantville, NY) to present a mini-festival of Aaron Copland’s music for film and chamber ensemble. “Copland’s film music was really innovative in…
Copland House has announced the 2013 composer-participants in the Copland House Residency Awards. Artistic and Executive Director Michael Boriskin shares, “These residencies have always embraced both emerging and established artists, and we’re very pleased that this year’s residents range widely…
On October 16, Mazzini Dance Collective joins the American Modern Ensemble for the world premiere choreography of Pierre Jalbert’s popular chamber work Visual Abstracts. Conceived by choreographer/Annmaria Mazzini, the peformance is sponsored by Ear Heart Music chamber series and takes…
Coming soon to The Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum – Tim Fain’s “Portals” – in its Boston premiere. “Portals” explores the concept of live performance in the digital age. Fain shares some insight in David Weininger’s preview for The Boston Globe.…
Tim Fain gives “voice” to the violin of “Solomon Northrup,” the lead character in the forthcoming film 12 Years a Slave. Based on historical events, British director Steve McQueen created a film that has already garnered major attention at international…
Join Copland House on September 28 to celebrate two(!) milestones – Copland House’s 15th Anniversary and the 5th season of musical adventures at Merestead. Featured performers include: baritone James Martin; flutist Linda Chesis; clarinetist Derek Bermel; violinist Karina Canellakis; cellist…
John Pitcher of Nashville Scene reviews Richard Danielpour’s newest Naxos CD: the Nashville Symphony’s world premiere recordings of Darkness in the Ancient Valley, A Woman’s Life, and Lacrimae Beati. Giancarlo Guerrero conducts, joined by soprano soloists Angela Brown and Hila…
As Tim Fain continues his Portals multi-media tour around the world, here’s what Jessica Nicholas of the Sydney Morning Herald said about the Australian premiere: “…[Fain] throws off Glass’ trademark cascading arpeggios with jaw-dropping ease, yet the effect is anything…