June 12-16, 2017
Texas State University Performing Arts Center, San Marcos
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Craig Hella Johnson
Featuring the Texas State choral faculty including
Craig Hella Johnson
Joey M. Martin
Jonathan Babcock
Lynn Brinckmeyer
Craig …
02.22.17 (7pm), Wednesday
Texas Performing Arts
2350 Robert Dedman Drive, Austin
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Presented by AT&T
TMAA 2017 Honoree press release, 01.11.17
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Boston Globe coverage, Classical Notes by David Weininger, 01.25.17
Conspirare’s Considering Matthew Shepard project page / concert page
Performance February 5, 2017, 3pm
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By Bryan Parys, 01.20.17
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In this episode of Inside Berklee, Johnson speaks by phone from his home in Texas about what drew him to interpret Shepard’s story and how this …
Advanced Choral Conducting – Mendelssohn’s Elijah and Howells’ Requiem
July 17-21, 2017
Craig Hella Johnson
Grammy Award-winning Artistic Director of Conspirare and Musical Director of the Vocal Arts Ensemble of Cincinnati
William Weinert
Eastman …
Conspirare’s harmonia mundi CD Considering Matthew Shepard by Craig Hella Johnson has been nominated in the “Best Surround Sound Album” category for the 2017 Grammy Awards. (See full list of …
Tune into KMFA FM 89.5 in the Austin area or listen online as Craig Hella Johnson talks to Dianne Donovan, host of “Classical Austin,” about our upcoming Conspirare Christmas concerts …
In a first-ever collaboration, the combined choirs of Vandegrift HS, Vista Ridge HS, Westlake HS and Eanes ISD Middle Schools present Carf Orff’s timeless masterpiece. Conducted by internationally-renowned Craig Hella …
Help us move up the charts and share the music!
Buy signed copies now at Conspirare’s online shop.
Tune in to KMFA 89.5FM to hear excerpts from the recording as well as an interview with composer and Conspirare Artistic Director Craig Hella Johnson.
The program will air locally at …
Craig Hella Johnson and Matt Alber will share musings about Considering Matthew Shepard and perform several musical selections at the Matthew Shepard Foundation’s annual Honors Gala on October 8, 2016 …
Tune in to one of our favorite music programs this Sunday at 11am (or again this Wednesday at 9pm) to hear “Classical Austin” host Dianne Donovan talk with Craig about …
We’re excited about getting a sneak peek of our upcoming Arts in Context episode, shot in Austin, Los Angeles and in Goshen, IN during the Considering Matthew Shepard rehearsals, premiere …
Today, Conspirare’s September 9th CD release, Considering Matthew Shepard by Craig Hella Johnson, hit the Billboard Traditional Classical chart at number four, surrounded by some very awesome company.
Congratulations to the …
Audiences held their breath together in anticipation of the opening notes of the Considering Matthew Shepard world premiere, presented by Conspirare on February 20, 2016. Join us in that moment, …
By Christy Salinas, alto
Singers from Conspirare Symphonic Choir and Saint John’s Chancel Choir are combining forces (“CSSJ” for short) to perform in Italy later this June as part of KIConcerts‘ …
Dashon Burton, baritone soloist for “Considering Matthew Shepard” world premiere
Tune in as Dianne Donovan hosts a rebroadcast of the world premiere of Craig Hella Johnson’s award-winning work. Recorded live …
06.04.16 (4:30pm), Saturday
Saint John’s United Methodist Sanctuary 2140 Allandale Road, Austin, TX Prior to the concert there will be an open rehearsal from 1:30 to 4:00pm in the Saint John’s …
Craig will conduct two new works with Cincinnati Vocal Arts Ensemble and lead a Big Sing.
06.15.16 (7-8:30pm)
Opening Night Concert: Cincinnati Vocal Arts Ensemble Covenant First Presbyterian Church 717 Elm …
Performing the “Considering Matthew Shepard” world premiere at AISD PAC, February
May 24, 2016
Thank you, Austin Critics’ Table, for the Best Choral Performance award for Conspirare’s February presentation of Considering …
Craig Hella Johnson (born 1962) is regarded as one of the most influential figures in the current realm of choral conducting. As founder and Artistic Director of the Grammy®-winning ensemble …
04.30.16 (8:00 pm), Saturday
Lakeside Presbyterian Church 2690 Dixie Hwy, Lakeside Park, KY
05.01.16 (4:00 pm), Sunday
Old St. Mary’s Church 2123 E. 13th St., Cincinnati, OH
The music of composer Kile Smith, most …
Composer Robert Kyr leads a post-concert panel for Craig Hella Johnson’s Considering Matthew Shepard world premiere in Austin, TX, February 2016. With Craig Hella Johnson, Michael Dennis Browne (poet collaborator), …
by Dr. Elizabeth Neeld
This talk was presented pre-concert by Dr. Neeld at the Considering Matthew Shepard premieres in Austin, TX and Los Angeles, CA in February 2016.
Welcome.
Thank you for being …
The “Considering Matthew Shepard” collaborator salutes composer Craig Hella Johnson and Conspirare.
Tune into 89.5 FM in the Austin Metro area or hear the full concert stream online at kmfa.org. 3pm Central.
More about Craig Hella Johnson’s Considering Matthew Shepard
Craig Hella Johnson shares about his process of composing “Considering Matthew Shepard.”
The composer on why Matt’s story is personally inspiring and still relevant today.
Composer Craig Hella Johnson on his new work
Craig welcomes you to the world premiere.
There are many reasons to be eager with anticipation for the upcoming “Considering Matthew Shepard” concerts. You might be a big Conspirare fan, just as excited about this performance as …
This is the 7th Grammy nomination for Conspirare.
Congratulations to Maestro Johnson, our soloists, and singers! Bravo!
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By Matt Alber, Conspirare Christmas Guest Artist
Matt Alber is a longtime Conspirare singer who is heard as a soloist on the CDs Sing Freedom: African American Spirituals and Something Beautiful. …
REVIEW by Janelle Gelfand, cincinnati.com, 11.16.15
11.13.15 (8-10pm), Friday
Christ Church Cathedral TICKETS
318 E. Fourth St., Cincinnati, OH
11.15.15 (4-6pm), Sunday
St. Catharine of Siena TICKETS
2848 Fischer Place, Cincinnati, OH
Grammy® Award-winning …
Dear Conspirare friends,
Thank you for your deep listening participation at our season opener “The Poet Sings: Emily Dickinson.” We are honored to have spent this Sunday afternoon offering this gift …
Craig will be talking to John Clare this coming Tuesday morning during KMFA’s Fall Membership Drive. He will also be bringing along Conspirare goodies! Giveaways include tickets to Conspirare Christmas …
Craig Hella Johnson taped this beloved Barbra song especially for kmfa and Mela Dailey’s “Icons of Broadway” Barbra Steisand Part Two show, to be aired on kmfa (online and at …
“Pärt’s ‘Passio’ Chillingly Recounts the Crucifixion,” by Terry McQuilkin, The Register-Guard (Eugene, OR), 07.02.15
More about the concert at oregonbachfestival.com
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Chorus America presented Maestro Johnson with this lifetime achievement award on June 18th at the 2015 Chorus America Conference in Boston.
Chorus America 2015 Awards Announced
Chorus America established …
Victoria Bach Festival 40th Annual Finale
06.13.15 (7:30pm), Saturday
Victoria Fine Arts Center 1002 Sam Houston Dr., Victoria, TX
TICKETS through Victoria Bach Festival
Conspirare Symphonic Choir Victoria Bach Festival Orchestra Craig Hella Johnson, …
06.28.15 (9pm), Sunday
Beall Concert Hall, University of Oregon 961 E. 18th Ave. (17th & Alder), Eugene, OR
TICKETS at Oregon Bach Festival $62·$52·$40·$15
With:
Joanne Lunn, soprano Thomas Cooley, …
Craig will share and talk about an hour’s worth of his favorite classical and choral music.
With Bob Buckalew, longtime KMFA contributor, former board member, and host.
05.15.15 (1pm CDT), Friday
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MPR Choral Stream
05.18.15 (6-8pm CDT), Monday
Listen/chat online.
Listen to the full-length version of Path of Miracles and participate in a live chat with Conspirare conductor Craig Hella Johnson and Tesfa Wondemagegnehu …
Composers Eric Banks and Jake Runestad join conductor Craig Hella Johnson on air at KMFA to discuss This Delicate Universe and Come to the Woods, world premieres featured in Conspirare’s …
“Classical Austin” host Dianne Donovan
Conspirare’s Artistic Director and Austin Classical Guitar’s Director will speak with Dianne Donovan for this coming Sunday’s edition of “Classical Austin.” The conversation will center …
By Paul Melroy, Conspirare Managing Director
I had the good fortune to be able to go to L.A. for the Grammys and had one of the most amazing weekends of my …
Austin360.com (02.08.15) http://arts.blog.austin360.com/2015/02/08/austin-choral-group-conspirare-wins-grammy/ Victoria Advocate (02.08.15) https://www.victoriaadvocate.com/news/2015/feb/08/bach-festival-favorite-conspirare-wins-grammy/ Austin Business Journal (02.09.15) http://www.bizjournals.com/austin/blog/creative/2015/02/grammy-win-brings-attention-if-not-financial.htmlkmfa.org (02/09/15) http://www.kmfa.org/pages/246-austin-grammy-winner-conspirarekut.org (02.09.15) http://kut.org/post/austin-choral-group-wins-its-first-grammy Includes Craig Hella Johnson interview The Houstonian (02.10.15) http://houstonianonline.com/2015/02/09/vocal-professor-performs-wins-grammy-with-austin-choral-ensemble/ Austin Chronicle (02.10.15) …
On Sunday, February 8, the 2015 Grammy® for Best Choral Performance was awarded to Craig Hella Johnson as conductor of Conspirare Company of Voices for The Sacred Spirit of Russia …
St. Charles Singers present:
With Guest Conductor Craig Hella Johnson (@TriD Photography)
“Inspired”
$35 adult ($30 senior; $10 student)Online Tickets
03.07.15 (8pm), Saturday
St. Michael Catholic Church310 S Wheaton Ave., Wheaton, IL 60187
03.08.15 (3pm), …
Cocktails, dinner, dancing, a performance by Craig Hella Johnson & Friends, the W Hotel, Valentine’s Day… a Saturday, too, and benefiting Conspirare! What could be better?
We’re now accepting Table and …
02.06.15 (8pm), Friday
Kentucky All-State Mixed Chorus, conductor Craig Hella JohnsonKentucky All-State Women’s Chorus, conductor Rosephanye PowellKentucky All-State Men’s Chorus, conductor John Flanery
The Kentucky Center for the Performing Arts501 West Main …
Tune into 90.9FM in the Cincinnati area or LISTEN ONLINE Monday, January 19th at 7pm Eastern Time.
Craig Hella Johnson conducts Cincinatti’s Vocal Arts Ensemble. Live recording from November 8, 2014, …
01/31/15 (7:30pm), Saturday
St. Boniface Church1750 Chase Avenue, Northside, Cincinnati, OH$25 Reserved Seating · $20 General Admission TICKETS
02/01/15 (4pm), Sunday
Mother of God Church119 W. 6th Street, Covington, KY$25 Reserved Seating · …
Craig will talk about the upcoming “Conspirare Christmas” program, this year featuring the incredible Ruthie Foster. Listen in for a chance to win free tickets!
Tune in to Aielli’s “Eklektikos” at …
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Show rescheduled for Monday, Oct. 13. Will air 12:30pm!
Craig joins host Amanda Tatom on KXAN’s Studio 512 at 12:30pm on Monday to talk about Conspirare’s upcoming Big Sing. …
11/08/14 (7:30pm), Saturday
Memorial Hall1225 Elm Street, Cincinnati, OH $25 Reserved · $20 General Admission TICKETS
Vocal Arts Ensemble Music Director Craig Hella Johnson kicks off the 35th season with “American …
Tune into KMFA FM 89.5 in the Austin area or listen online as Craig Hella Johnson talks to Dianne Donovan, host of “Classical Austin,” about Conspirare’s upcoming concerts “The Poet …
09.03.14 (8pm), Wednesday
Cactus Cafe, UT Campus2247 Guadalupe St., Austin, TX
$10 General Admission. Doors open 7:30pm. Tickets and more details at austinclassical guitar.org
Craig Hella Johnson joins the entire Austin Classical Guitar …
“Conspirare Explores Compassion, Death at June Events” (pdf)
Chorus Austin will present Craig’s recent “Psalm of Life” release at their Southwest Voices concert on May 17 and 18.
05.17.14 (8pm) St. Theresa Catholic Church4311 Small Drive, Austin, TX TICKETS
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Conspirare’s Craig Hella Johnson will be conducting the first of four major public symposium concerts featuring premieres of choral music by symposium participants.
Craig will be talking live on Monday night from 7:00 to 7:30pm Central Time with Minnesota Public Radio’s Tesfa Wondemagegnehu. Listeners can submit their questions before and during the conversation.
Here’s …
For the VAE’s final concert of the season, Music Director Craig Hella Johnson leads an eclectic and thrilling program that will include a commissioned world premiere by emerging American composer …
The Texas State Chorale under the direction of Artist in Residence, Craig Hella Johnson will weave a dramatic representation of the Passion, as told in the Gospel according to John, …
Conspirare’s Artistic Director Craig Hella Johnson joins KMFA 89.5FM during their spring pledge drive to talk to Jeffrey Blair about our upcoming concert Moving Light. Craig will give away tickets …
Craig Hella Johnson in his first concert as VAE Music Director leads the voices of VAE in one of the world’s choral masterpieces, Sergei Rachmaninoff’s All-Night Vigil, also known as …
As Cincinnati’s VAE Music Director for Season 34, Craig Hella Johnson has planned the programs and selected guest conductors for the first half of the season: “VAE with the Cincinnati …
Conspirare’s Artistic Director Craig Hella Johnson travels to Minnesota to guest conduct this year’s All Saints program. Choral classics, poetic offerings and a quiet space for remembrance blend for an …
Craig Hella Johnson talks at length with Joelle Zigman about the Bach motets, the Bach Plus program, and the audience experience.
Originally aired Sept. 23, 2013 on KVRX 91.7FM, Austin, TX. …
Hear Artistic Director Craig Hella Johnson share about Conspirare’s concert program “Bach Plus: Elegant Craft, Ardent Expression,” to be performed in Austin this coming weekend (Sept. 28-29). Tune into Eklektikos …
Conspirare’s Artistic Director Craig Hella Johnson will be Conductor and Artist-in-Residence at the Festival’s Composers Symposium.
The theme of the Composers Symposium will be the performance of choral and instrumental music …
On June 23-26, 2013 Hal Leonard presents “The Conductor’s Craft,” a Summer workshop for choral directors.
Conspirare Artistic Director Craig Hella Johnson will be one of eight distinguished workshop clinicians exploring …
On June 23-26, 2013 Hal Leonard presents “The Conductor’s Craft,” a Summer workshop for choral directors.
Conspirare Artistic Director Craig Hella Johnson will be one of eight distinguished workshop clinicians exploring …
“Bach Festival artistic director earns statewide award” at VictoriaAdvocate.com
Johnson (front right> in the Texas House Chamber with other State Artists (with Speaker Straus and Rep. Guillen)
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The show will be aired on KUT 90.5 FM (Austin area) from Friday, 04.19.13, through Thursday, 04.25.13. The Conspirare feature will air every other show on the following weekly …
“This is an incredibly special honor and I am humbled by it. I consider this a privilege and a great opportunity to celebrate the amazing musicians in the state of …
4:30pm Roundtable Discussion, Music Bldg. (MUS 214) With Craig Hella Johnson, Dr. Joey M. Martin, Dr. Jonathan Babcock, and Dr. Lynn Brinckmeyer See event poster
6:15pm-7:15pm Musicians Forum “The Professional Artist and the …
Sirius XM is re-airing the show featuring Craig Hella Johnson that was originally broadcast on February 15, 2009. Part One airs March 30-31 and Part Two airs April 6-7.
The Sirius …
“Alleluia” by Dominick DiOrio (SATB with marimba) on sale at Hal Leonard Corporation
Complete listing of works in the Craig Hella Johnson series
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Tune into Eklektikos with John Aielli in the Austin area or listen online to hear Artistic Director Craig Hella Johnson share about Conspirare’s upcoming a cappella program of …
01.15.13 (6pm) Mansion at Judge’s Hill, 1900 Rio Grande Street, Austin, TX MapEVENT INFO/TICKETS
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“’The divine feminine’ is the theme for his first appearance with VAE, featuring a 17th century Magnificat of Jan Sweelinck, Benjamin Britten’s gorgeous Hymn to St. Cecilia, the regional premiere …
