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L.A.’s ‘Synchromy’ Musician Collective Helps Composers Gain Visibility

The west coast is growing its very own Tanglewood. Based more on the community and less on the training, it's called Synchromy and is based in Los Angeles. Playing off the regional attitude, Synchromy's slogan, "new music, locally grown," pretty much says it all. The organization offers local musicians and composers the chance to organize, find work, gain an audience, and hone their craft in a body of their peers.
By Steve Nagel

  • Artists Tower, Katana and Roberts Featured on New Music Box Live Event Online

    Just recently, New Music Box shared three 20-minute composer video segments dating back to its May 19th live event. This event was a first for the composer-centric organization, which has already shared the insights of many composers in its archives in order to motivate aspiring artists and champion upcoming ones. The three artists featured in these live segments are Gabriel Kahane, Matana Roberts, and Joan Tower.
    By Steve Nagel

  • Wallace Hartley’s ‘Titanic’ Violin Displayed at Titanic Museum Attractions in 2016

    Among the noblest stories re-told from the sinking of the 'Titanic' is that of ship violinist Wallace Hartley and his band's commitment to "play on" while the ship sank around them. What may surprise people, however, is that Hartley's famed violin is confirmed to exist, in reasonable condition, and will be placed on display at two 'U.S. Titanic'Museum Attractions in 2016.
    By Steve Nagel