ISCM World New Music Days 17
Performed by musica intima, Vancouver, B.C.
Nigra Sum (2017)
Performed by SONAM Dr. Allan Friedman, Conductor
My Name is Lamiya: Don’t Call Me ‘Refugee’ (2017)
Performed by Harmonium Choral Society
Dr. Anne Matlack, Conductor
Pacem Relinquo Vobis from Requiem Dies Magna
Performed by Long Island Voices, Sound Symphony
Michael Bussewitz-Quarm, Conductor
My journey is unique and yet I’ve been told quite often that my music speaks to many. What transition can we sing about? What joy? What celebration? What sorrow? Can we persevere? Can we triumph?
TESTIMONIALS
STUNNED! ABSOLUTELY STUNNED! I had heard ~ for years ~ about Michael Bussewitz-Quarm as a CONDUCTOR and an activist. Last night I saw him conduct Long Island Voices and Sound Symphony in “A Concert for Peace” ~ a benefit for veterans and F.I.S.T. ~ Families in Support of Treatment for their work in providing hope and help for those in recovery. But last night I also saw him as a COMPOSER. His compositions are amazing! He is a stunning talent in our midst. His “Requiem Dies Magna” dedicated to 9/11 firefighters, rescue workers & first responders is a masterful work. The other pieces about opioid epidemic casualties, international refugees and others took us through pain and loss without ever letting go of hope & healing. Bravo! A great job by all…
TESTIMONIALS
“For the Beauty is a beautiful piece. Easy to learn and inspiring to sing. A beautiful mix of classical and contemporary. Perfect for worship and non-worship settings”