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20 April 2010 Concert update Emma says “Alas, I couldn't get to Katowice yesterday (Monday 19th) of course because of the ash-cloud, but I've been able to sort out travel for the concert in Belgium this Thursday 22nd, so that should be fine. Then train down to Laas (Pyrenees-Atlantiques) so that should be as advertised too (now on the website, but email us for contact information). I am hoping that the plane home next Sunday materialises, otherwise we'll have a rather long drive back!” 10 April 2010 As promised! Emma's news, and recent highlights Emma says “I am looking forward to Hong Kong, where I will be performing - for the first time - in May, and then to Japan with London Baroque and two programmes of Shakespeare-related favourites. 2010 is proving quite a year for the Pergolesi Stabat Mater, with seven performances still to come; but I am also very fond of the Bach version, which has lovely respectful additions - he puts in beautiful phrases which are particularly fun for viola players! Recently I was privileged to hear Steven Devine play Bach's Goldberg Variations - absolutely stunning! and I really enjoyed working with the Holland Baroque Society in January on a programme of Locke, Purcell and Blow, with a recording to come. New releases since my last update include two on the BIS label: Handel's Nine German Arias and Stabat Mater; music by Vivaldi, Pergolesi & Bach - in addition to the BIS 4-CD compilation box The Artistry of Emma Kirkby that I mentioned last February. Next time I look forward to talking about Music for Mrs Arne, and a new duo programme with Anthony Rooley.” 18 March 2010 Coming soon: Emma's news, and recent highlights Emma continues her busy performing schedule, but has promised to take a moment very soon to give us an update on her plans, and also recent CD releases. 11 February 2009 A Walking Boot and a Compilation Emma reports on her progress and talks about her upcoming compilation CD box-set from BIS. 25 January 2009 Metatarsal Number Five Emma describes her foot injury and its effect on her schedule for the next few weeks. 4 January 2009 A Look Back at 2008 Emma remembers the people, places and concerts she experienced in 2008, and sends her best wishes for the new year. Includes photos! 20 November 2008  Christmas music with soprano Susanne Rydén and Bell'Arte Salzburg, directed by Annegret SiedelFor three weeks leading up to the festive period, Emma, Susanne and the ensemble Bell'Arte Salzburg are performing In Nativitate Domini, sacred duets and solos celebrating this happy time. They begin in Hamburg, moving on to Barcelona, then (among others) Munich, Frankfurt, Bristol and York - finishing at St. John's Smith Square, London, with “...a banquet of pieces, some deep and plain, some tender and devotional, some filigree, some rustic, with threads of chorales and luscious string flounces, and a wondrous Biber Sonata in the centre.” [Photo of Susanne Rydén by Maria Lindwall] 20 November 2008 Some of Emma's recent highlights Emma says “Six concerts in Toronto with Tafelmusik; a riot of orchestral colours, and the chance to relive some of my favourite pieces - recitals in Spain and a recording in Sweden of Dowland & Purcell, with Jakob Lindberg on his unique Rauwolf lute - and the Coffee Cantata in Istanbul!” 18 June 2008  Dame Emma Kirkby Awarded the Honorary Degreeof Doctor of Music by the University of Oxford Emma Kirkby's contribution to the field of music was recognised at the University's annual Encaenia ceremony in June 2008. With her fellow Honorands and senior members of the University, she processed through the City to the Sheldonian Theatre where she was admitted to her degree by the Chancellor, Lord Patten of Barnes. Read a transcript of the Public Orator's speech introducing her at the ceremony. 15 May 2008 Emma Kirkby continues her busy schedule of concerts, recordings and masterclasses As her performance calendar shows, Emma has a wide variety of appearances scheduled in the UK, Europe and Canada during the rest of 2008. She is also to be the guest presenter on BBC Radio 3 Requests, beginning in June. Her plans for 2009 include a recording of Monteclair cantatas for the BIS label and, in October, a tour of the USA performing lute songs with Jakob Lindberg. 16 June 2007 Emma Kirkby To Be Appointed a Dame Commander of the Order of the British Empire The announcement has been made that Emma is to be included in the Queen's Birthday Honours List, published on 16th June 2007. Arrangements for receiving the award are still to be finalised, but will take place within the next five months. Emma says “My greatest pleasure has always been to work collaboratively, drawing inspiration from musicologists, directors and colleagues both vocal and instrumental. I am deeply grateful for this honour, which I see as a celebration of the powers of ensemble, clarity and stillness, beyond those of volume and display.” 11 June 2007 “South Bank Show” Presented by Melvyn (Lord) Bragg Scheduled Programme Date: Sunday, 22 July 2007 (ITV1)
24 May 2007 Article in the Daily Telegraph “The greatest soprano never to sing a note of Verdi”—Emma talks to Adam Sweeting about a life immersed in early music. 15 February 2007 Trip to China Announced Emma performs the Bach B Minor Mass with the International Festival Chorus in October 2007 - her first performance in China. The trip also includes masterclasses and a recital with Jakob Lindberg. 25 September 2006 Teaching in Sardinia Emma is teaching in Sardinia in November 2006 with Jakob Lindberg and skilled amateur choir Lieti Cantores, singing Monteverdi madrigals at Meana Sarda. 18 April 2006 BBC Radio 4 Woman's Hour Interview Emma discusses what it is about the Renaissance and Baroque repertoire that she enjoys so much, and what aspects of the genre she thinks are important to pass on to the next generation of singers. Listen to the interview. |
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