Jacob Ashworth, Artistic Director of Cantata Profana

The audacious stars of New York’s Cantata Profana—as comfortable on period instruments as they are on modern ones—juxtapose masterpieces from the medieval era to the 21st century in lovingly curated shows filled with unexpected works and daring theater. On May 23, 24, and 25 they premiere their most dramatically and politically charged creation yet: LUCRETIA…Continue reading Jacob Ashworth, Artistic Director of Cantata Profana

Steven Blier, Co-Founder of New York Festival of Song

Photo Credits L to R: Matt Boehler, Timothy McDevitt, Scott Murphree, Jesse Blumberg Photographer – Matthew Murphy NEW YORK FESTIVAL OF SONG—the group that “charms audiences with programs that combine meticulous research with an infectious strain of vocal hedonism” (The New York Times)—joins forces with Five Boroughs Music Festival to present MANNING THE CANON: Songs of Gay Life at The LGBT…Continue reading Steven Blier, Co-Founder of New York Festival of Song