Jessica Fishenfeld gives the live world premiere of “The Nothing Lamp” – a song cycle with text by Mark Campbell – as part of a recital of new and recent American music presented by Amanda + James.

Singers affiliated with the Bard Vocal Arts program perform “the wound is the light is the place is” and “March: Homecoming” from “Daylight Saving” on a group recital exploring the complexities of loneliness and belonging.

The William Baker Festival Singers perform “the wound is the light is the place is”. The piece is the second place winner of their affiliated organization the Institute for Choral Creativity’s 2021 Composers Competition.

A presentation of select arias from “House of Legendary”, as part of a showcase of works-in-development with The American Opera Project.

“The Nothing Lamp” – a new theatrical song cycle featuring soprano Jessica Fishenfeld and pianist Mila Henry with text by Mark Campbell – will be released by Crossover Records for purchase and streaming on Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, and more.  The piece is about five people who are connected – despite their differing circumstances – across four decades by their ability to see beauty and possibility where you might not expect it. “The Nothing Lamp” is ultimately a tribute to the small things that connect us.

The album can be presaved here.

The American Opera Project and The Seagle Music Festival present “House of Legendary: A Work in Process Event” featuring scenes from the opera.

David Harris conducts the Cathedral Choir of the First Congregational Church of Los Angeles in the first performance of “the wound is the light is the place is” in its revised version.  The performance will be part of the church’s 10:30AM (PST) live streamed service.

Delayed until further notice.

Amanda + James and The American Opera Project (AOP) present select scenes from “Legendary.”

Workshop of “Oh California”, alongside new works-in-progress by Ursula Kwong-Brown and Saunder Choi.  Robert Istad, conductor.