We spent the last month or so in Manitoba, and now that I've had enough time to think about it, I'm struck again by where I grew up. I'm really lucky.I grew up in a fantastic musical environment. From my earliest memories as a chorister to when I left, I got the best that Manitoba … Continue reading A Manitoba Upbringing
Sometimes going home is great
The last few weeks are a real blur, I have been having a great time working with all levels of singers in Manitoba. I'll talk about the Polycoro debut in a later post, it was one of the best experiences of my life and deserves more space than I can commit just now... A particular … Continue reading Sometimes going home is great
When your best is not very good
I get sick alot. In these past two weeks, despite my best efforts, I have spent three days in bed. During that time I have done my best to keep my game face on. It is that time of year after all. Over November and December I average two concerts a week, sometimes more. But it … Continue reading When your best is not very good
John Wiens, Conductor 