Performing

My top 5 lessons

Posted on March 26, 2018April 17, 2019 by John Wiens

Music teachers taught me the importance of learning well for public performance, and here are a few of the favorites.

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A wonderful (and busy) year ahead.

Posted on October 20, 2015October 20, 2015 by John Wiens

What a great musical year it is shaping up to be. I'm going back and forth across the country several times this year, which will add come challenging elements to my life to be sure. In addition to my musical life in Montreal with St. Matthias and Ensemble Bellechose, I'll be guest conducting at the … Continue reading A wonderful (and busy) year ahead.

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I Love the Lord by Jonathan Harvey

Posted on March 21, 2015March 21, 2015 by John Wiens

Here is one of my favorite pieces from the choral literature - I Love the Lord by Jonathan Harvey. This is a performance from 2011 with a great pickup choir that came together for my masters degree recital. It was a very stressful but exciting experience. These singers were outstanding to work with; many very … Continue reading I Love the Lord by Jonathan Harvey