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About the 2009 Summer Workshop

Ockeghem's Missa Mi-mi and Motets of Orlande de Lassus

Since 1982, Schola Cantorum of Syracuse has sponsored a summer choral workshop to introduce singers to early music. Participants include teenagers to retirees and come from the surrounding community, as well as the eastern United States. Past directors have included Kristina Boerger, Daniel Johnson, Jeremy Noble, Alexander Blachly, Barry Torres, and Peter Urquhart.

The 2009 workshop will once again be under the direction of Barry Torres.

Repertoire

Jean Ockeghem (ca.1410-1497): Missa Mi-mi

Named for the opening bass motif as it would be identified using solemnization syllables, this work of enigmatic and ineffable beauty, like all of Ockeghem's output but more so than usual, defies all conventional musical description. Something subliminal and visceral is at work here, something that wells from deeply beneath the surface of things. The counterpoint freely and organically flows (no structural imitation here) to a uniquely emotional rhythm. This is music of a man with a great mind and a great heart.

Orlande de Lassus (1532-1594): Motets

Every bit Ockeghem's equal, Lassus left us a wealth of motets, all of which have been printed with great care in the Recent Researches in the Music of the Renaissance series in 21 volumes (when did he sleep?). We'll choose a wide variety of works, from 2-part teaching pieces to elaborate and sonorous double choir motets, all exhibiting Lassus' amazingly fertile imagination and intellect.

About the Workshop Director
Barry Torres is in his 11th year as Director of Music Ensembles at St. Lawrence University in Canton, NY. There he directs 4 vocal ensembles: the Laurentian Singers, a select choir of 28 undergraduate singers, University Chorus, a community choir of 60 voices, the Early Music Singers, a 12 voice a cappella ensemble, and the Gospel Choir and Band. He also teaches voice.

An early music specialist, Mr. Torres was the founding director of Schola Cantorum of Syracuse, and has just been re-appointed to direct Schola starting next season. With that group he has recorded two great 15th Century masses: Missa Se la face ay pale of Guillaume Du Fay and Jean Ockeghem's Missa Prolationum.

Mr. Torres is also a singer and player of early winds, having appeared as countertenor soloist with the Orchestra of Northern New York, NYS Baroque, and was a member of Sonare. He is a graduate of the Syracuse University School of Music where he studied composition and theory.

New Location!!
This year's workshop will be held July 23-26 at Trinity Episcopal Church, in Fayetteville, beginning at 2 pm on Thursday July 23 and ending with the Sunday evening recital of featured works. Participants must be able to sing in time and tune from a score. In exchange for the use of the church, Trinity requests that participants who are able sing for the 9 am worship service on July 26.

Housing and Meals - Housing and meals are 'on your own'. We have included a list of accommodations below for your convenience.

Cost of the workshop is $125 if paid before June 18 and $145 if paid after June 18. High school and college students in need of financial aid may apply for the Kenneth Bruce Memorial Scholarship. For information concerning the scholarship, write to the workshop coordinator, Eileen Allen:

Eileen Allen
PO Box 206
Pompey, NY 13138
315-677-9945 (evenings/weekends)
eejallen@gmail.com

Workshop Schedule

Thursday, 7/23
2-5 pm, 7-9 pm

Friday, 7/24
9 am-12 noon, 2-5 pm
7-9 pm
Ice cream social

Saturday, 7/25
9-12, 2-5
Potluck dinner

Sunday. 7/26
9 AM service
2-5 pm
7:30 Concert

Registration

Eileen Allen,
PO Box 206,
Pompey, NY 13138

E-mail: eejallen@gmail.com

Phone: 315-677-9945 (evenings/weekends)

Name:__________________________

Address:_________________________

City, State, ZIP: ____________________

Phone (home): _______________________

(work): _______________________

Email: ________________________

Singing part (S/A/T/B?) _____________

Are there any portions of the workshop which you will be unable to attend? If so, which?

_______________________________________________

More detailed information on program, possible additional rehearsals, and copies of the music will be sent out to all participants.

NOTE: Many of you have requested electronic delivery of the music for the workshop. Unfortunately, early music does not always scan well, requiring many more hours to prepare a packet than copying and mailing takes.

Kenneth Bruce Memorial Scholarship
Information

The 2009 workshop will be under the direction of Barry Torres. The repertoire for this year is Ockeghem's Missa Mi-mi and Motets by Orlande diLasso.

The workshop will be held July 23-26 at Trinity Episcopal Church, Fayetteville NY, beginning at 2 pm on Thursday July 23 and ending with the Sunday evening recital of featured works. In exchange for the use of the church, Trinity requests that participants to sing for the 9 am worship service on July 26. Those who participate should have fairly good sightreading skills and should be able to sing in tune

We would like to share this opportunity with young singers who might not have considered early music or who might not have the funds to pay workshop tuition. To this end we have established a scholarship in memory of one of our members who died in January of 2002, Dr. Kenneth Bruce. He had sung with the organization for many years and was also very supportive and helpful to young singers who joined the group.

Scholarships are available to anyone age 14 through undergraduate college level. High school students should have attained at least Level 5 in NYSSMA solos. The application process includes a teacher's recommendation and a short student questionnaire. After the committee has reviewed the application, an audition will be scheduled. Applications should be submitted by May 31, with auditions held in mid-June. Late applications may be considered if space is available.

Application forms should be sent to:

Eileen Allen
PO Box 206
Pompey, NY 13138

E-mail submission is also acceptable: eejallen@gmail.com

Kenneth Bruce Scholarship
Student application

Student Form
To be included with teacher's recommendation

Name

Address

Phone

E-mail

School or College

Year in School

Date of Birth

Singing part (circle) S1 S2 A1 A2 T1 T2 B1 B2

Singing Experience

Current musical activities

Why are you interested in participating in the Schola Cantorum workshop?

Would scholarship funds be crucial in determining your ability to attend this workshop? (Regular workshop fee is $125)

Kenneth Bruce Scholarship
Teacher Recommendation

Name of applicant

How long have you known the applicant and in what context?

Please evaluate the student's ability as compared with others of the same age and experience:

1: Poor 2: Below Average 3: Average 4: Above Average 5: Excellent

Pitch control 1 2 3 4 5

Rhythm 1 2 3 4 5

Clarity of Tone 1 2 3 4 5

Sightreading 1 2 3 4 5

Expressiveness 1 2 3 4 5

Motivation 1 2 3 4 5

Interest/Curiosity 1 2 3 4 5

Please add any comments that may provide a fuller picture of the student's ability, skills, and interests.

Your Name

Position

Phone Number

Accomodations - 2009

Each of the following is local, within three-four miles of Trinity Church:

EconoLodge - 315-446-3300 ; 3400 Erie Blvd East ; $89/night (avg over 4 nights)
Beard Morgan House (B&B) - 315-637-4234 ; 126 East Genesee St, Fayetteville ; $89
Craftsman Inn - 315-637-8000 ; 7300 East Genesee St, Fayetteville $150
Danboise Budget Motel - 315-446-1910 ; 6864 E Genesee St, Fayetteville ; $69 (not reviewed - in existence many years)

The following are upscale hotels on the east side of downtown Syracuse, a scenic six miles from Trinity:

Genesee Grande 1-800-365-4663 1060 E. Genesee St, Syracuse $178
Renaissance (Marriott) 1-888-236-2427; 315-479-7000 ; 701 E. Genesee St, Syracuse ; $179

The following are at Carrier Circle, near a New York Thruway interchange, about 7.5 miles from Trinity:

Comfort Inn Carrier Circle - 315-437-0222 ; $96
Quality Inn - 315-432-9333 ; $110
Red Roof Inn - 315-437-3309 ; $79