Crescendo! Podcast

Art is Calling for Me 189

Tue, 7 Jul 2009 10:39:49 -0700

Angela Kaye Morgan sings a Victor Herbert favorite from the Operetta "The Enchantress," accompanied on the pipe organ by Mark Andersen. This excerpt is from from a LIVE performance at Daniels Recital Hall.

This clip is part of a full episode that will air on SCAN TV in Seattle (Comcast channel 77 or Broadstripe [formerly Millennium] channel 23) on Thursday, July 9, 2009 at 6:30 pm PST. You can view it on the above channels, or online at www.scantv.org. The link is in the upper right where it says “view live stream.” This is viewed with Windows Media Player.

It also airs throughout New York State on Time Warner Cable, on the Cable Access channel.

Summertime 189

Tue, 7 Jul 2009 10:22:19 -0700

Angela Kaye Morgan sings the Porgy and Bess favorite, accompanied on the piano by Mark Andersen. This excerpt is from from a LIVE performance at Daniels Recital Hall.

This clip is part of a full episode that will air on SCAN TV in Seattle (Comcast channel 77 or Broadstripe [formerly Millennium] channel 23) on Thursday, July 9, 2009 at 6:30 pm PST. You can view it on the above channels, or online at www.scantv.org. The link is in the upper right where it says “view live stream.” This is viewed with Windows Media Player.

It also airs throughout New York State on Time Warner Cable, on the Cable Access channel.

Fantasy on a Theme by Haydn 188

Sat, 4 Jul 2009 19:59:23 -0700

Genevieve Picard is the recipient of the 2009 AHS Greater Seattle Chapter annual scholarship. This piece of music was composed by Marcel Grandjany on a theme by Josef Haydn.

This clip is part of a full episode that will air on SCAN TV in Seattle (Comcast channel 77 or Broadstripe channel 23) on June 25, 2009, Thursday, at 6:30 pm PST. You can view it on the above channels, or online at www.scantv.org. The link is in the upper right where it says “Watch SCANtv Online.” This is viewed with Windows Media Player.

It also airs throughout New York State on Time Warner Cable, on the Cable Access channel.

Fresh Aire: Sonata 186

Mon, 25 May 2009 19:49:36 -0700

Arranged by Mark Andersen for duo English Handbells and Piano/Organ, originally by Mannheim Steamroller (Chip Davis), recorded at Daniels Recital Hall with Madge Luoto and Lynn Andersen on Bells.

This clip is part of a full episode that will air on SCAN TV in Seattle (Comcast channel 77 or Broadstripe [formerly Millennium] channel 23) on May 28, 2009, Thursday, at 6:30 pm PST. You can view it on the above channels, or online at www.scantv.org. The link is in the upper right where it says “Watch SCANtv Online.” This is viewed with Windows Media Player

Ave Maria DRH 183

Fri, 1 May 2009 18:59:26 -0700

One of the most beloved sacred solos, featuring Soprano Soloist Angela Kaye Morgan, from a LIVE performance at Daniels Recital Hall, accompanied on the pipe organ by Mark Andersen.

This clip is part of a full episode that will air on SCAN TV in Seattle (Comcast channel 77 or Broadstripe [formerly Millennium] channel 23) on Thursday, April 30, 2009 at 6:30 pm PST. You can view it on the above channels, or online at www.scantv.org. The link is in the upper right where it says “view live stream.” This is viewed with Windows Media Player

Wachet Auf, Ruft Uns Die Stimme DRH 183

Fri, 1 May 2009 18:12:49 -0700

Arranged for Solo English Handbells and Pipe Organ by Mark Andersen, an original chorale setting by J.S. Bach, the common translation of the title "Sleepers Awake, Hark Strikes The Hour." Featuring Solo Handbell Artist Lynn Andersen.

This clip is part of a full episode that will air on SCAN TV in Seattle (Comcast channel 77 or Broadstripe [formerly Millennium] channel 23) on Thursday, April 30, 2009 at 6:30 pm PST. You can view it on the above channels, or online at www.scantv.org. The link is in the upper right where it says “view live stream.” This is viewed with Windows Media Player

Faure Requiem Libera Me 181

Fri, 1 May 2009 16:48:25 -0700

Featuring Soloist Jonathan Silvia from a LIVE performance at Mercer Island Presbyterian Church in March 2009, conducted by Cheryl Storey.

This clip is part of a full episode that will air on SCAN TV in Seattle (Comcast channel 77 or Broadstripe [formerly Millennium] channel 23) on Thursday, April 9, 2009 at 6:30 pm PST. You can view it on the above channels, or online at www.scantv.org. The link is in the upper right where it says “view live stream.” This is viewed with Windows Media Player

Faure Requiem Offertory 181

Fri, 1 May 2009 16:18:18 -0700

In An Irish Garden DRH 180

Fri, 1 May 2009 16:07:08 -0700

An original melody by Mark Andersen, inspired by the beauty of the gardens around his home as a child. Set here for handbells, harp and organ. Lynn Andersen on Solo English Handbells, Harper Tasche on Cross-strung Harp, and Mark Andersen on Pipe Organ.

This clip is part of a full episode that will air on SCAN TV in Seattle (Comcast channel 77 or Broadstripe [formerly Millennium] channel 23) on Thursday, April 2, 2009 at 6:30 pm PST. You can view it on the above channels, or online at www.scantv.org. The link is in the upper right where it says “view live stream.” This is viewed with Windows Media Player

Lady Dillon DRH 180

Fri, 1 May 2009 16:02:45 -0700

Famous Turloch O'Carolan melody arranged by Harper Tasche for flute and harp. Mark Andersen plays flute. From a LIVE concert at Daniels Recital Hall.

This clip is part of a full episode that will air on SCAN TV in Seattle (Comcast channel 77 or Broadstripe [formerly Millennium] channel 23) on Thursday, April 2, 2009 at 6:30 pm PST. You can view it on the above channels, or online at www.scantv.org. The link is in the upper right where it says “view live stream.” This is viewed with Windows Media Player

Lux Aeterna DRH 178

Mon, 9 Mar 2009 11:31:20 -0700

The melody of this piece was composed by Sir Edward Elgar, from his Symphony and solo piano work named Nimrod. This wonderful melody has been arranged here for Solo English Handbells and Organ by Mark Andersen. Lynn’s accomplished style brings forth the beautiful romanticism in Elgar’s melody.

This clip is part of a full episode that will air on SCAN TV in Seattle (Comcast channel 77 or Broadstripe [formerly Millennium] channel 23) on Thursday, March 5, 2009 at 6:30 pm PST. You can view it on the above channels, or online at www.scantv.org. The link is in the upper right where it says “view live stream.” This is viewed with Windows Media Player

Romanza Andaluza 178

Fri, 6 Mar 2009 14:13:19 -0800

Romanza Andaluza by Pablo de Sarasate was originally composed for violin and piano. This arrangement was done for Cross Strung Harp and Organ, and is played in a debut performance at Daniels Recital Hall in Seattle by Harper Tasche and Mark Andersen. The arrangement was created by the performers.

This clip is part of a full episode that aired on SCAN TV in Seattle (Comcast channel 77 or Broadstripe [formerly Millennium] channel 23) on Thursday, March 5, 2009 at 6:30 pm PST.

Fantasie in F# Major 176

Sat, 14 Feb 2009 19:55:50 -0800

Mark Andersen's award winning composition, Fantasie in F# Major, is performed here by the composer at the debut concert for Daniels Recital Hall in Seattle, WA. The stunning solo pedal reeds on this Austin Pipe Organ bring great clarity to the melody, and the 4,000 pipes blend in a perfect ensemble to illuminate this piece of French repertoire. Mark's Fantasie in F# Major won first prize at the International Composer's Competition, Amsterdam, Holland in 1976.

This clip is part of a full episode that aired on SCAN TV in Seattle (Comcast channel 77 or Broadstripe [formerly Millennium] channel 23) on Thursday, February 5, 2009 at 6:30 pm PST.

Toccata Mystique 176

Sat, 14 Feb 2009 19:10:39 -0800

The Toccata style of music is named from the Latin word "to touch." Usually we find Toccatas as large, flamboyant, loud works. Here in Toccata Mystique we find the opposite. A haunting melody, carried by the pedals, with light glistening flourishes above. This recording comes from the inaugural concert at Daniels Recital Hall in Seattle, Washington. Composer and Organist is Mark Andersen, Artist in Residence in Daniels Recital Hall. The pipe organ was built by the Austin Pipe Organ Company in Hartford, CT.

This clip is part of a full episode that will air on SCAN TV in Seattle (Comcast channel 77 or Broadstripe [formerly Millennium] channel 23) on Thursday, February 5, 2009 at 6:30 pm PST. You can view it on the above channels, or online at www.scantv.org. The link is in the upper right where it says “view live stream.” This is viewed with Windows Media Player

Harper Tasche - Greensleeves 171

Sun, 28 Dec 2008 20:03:49 -0800

This arrangment by Harper Tasche is only available on this podcast!

Crescendo! is pleased to welcome the world renown harper Harper Tasche! Harper Tasche holds a unique and prominent place in the folk harp world, as an award-winning performer and composer, recording artist, teacher, and author. Best known for his innovative work with the Small Harp, the Cross-Strung Harp, and the Renaissance Bray Harp, he delights and inspires concert and festival audiences, harp players, and harp builders throughout the United States, Canada, and abroad.

Based in Seattle, Harper creates a distinctive and exceptionally expressive sound which blends traditional Nordic and Celtic music with classical, historical, and contemporary styles. He is a regular headliner at major international folk harp events, and his work has been heard and seen throughout North America and Europe on widespread radio and television broadcasts and in feature film.

You can learn more at his website www.harpcrossing.com

This clip is part of a full episode that aired on SCAN TV in Seattle (Comcast channel 77 or Broadstripe [formerly Millennium] channel 23) on Thursday, December 11, 2008 at 6:30 pm PST.

Harper Tasche - El Desembre Congelat 171

Sun, 28 Dec 2008 19:59:23 -0800

An abridged version of Harper’s arrangement is also this quarter's featured free sheet music at www.ReigningHarps.com.

Crescendo! is pleased to welcome the world renown harper Harper Tasche! Harper Tasche holds a unique and prominent place in the folk harp world, as an award-winning performer and composer, recording artist, teacher, and author. Best known for his innovative work with the Small Harp, the Cross-Strung Harp, and the Renaissance Bray Harp, he delights and inspires concert and festival audiences, harp players, and harp builders throughout the United States, Canada, and abroad.

Based in Seattle, Harper creates a distinctive and exceptionally expressive sound which blends traditional Nordic and Celtic music with classical, historical, and contemporary styles. He is a regular headliner at major international folk harp events, and his work has been heard and seen throughout North America and Europe on widespread radio and television broadcasts and in feature film.

You can learn more at his website www.harpcrossing.com

This clip is part of a full episode that aired on SCAN TV in Seattle (Comcast channel 77 or Broadstripe [formerly Millennium] channel 23) on Thursday, December 11, 2008 at 6:30 pm PST.

Northwest Harp Ensemble - Christmas Medley II 172

Tue, 23 Dec 2008 12:05:04 -0800

The Northwest Harp Ensemble, conducted by Susi Hussong, is featured in our Holiday Special on Crescendo! The Northwest Harp Ensemble includes Harpists: Keleah Bliven, Rosalie Boyle, Analise David, Rose Hendrix, Joseph Lachman, Aeron Langford, Francesca O’Fallon, Sophie Pakker, Vanessa Stovall, and Natalie Stubb.

This clip is part of a full episode that will air on SCAN TV in Seattle (Comcast channel 77 or Broadstripe [formerly Millennium] channel 23) on Thursday, December 18, 2008 at 6:30 pm PST. You can view it on the above channels, or online at www.scantv.org. The link is in the upper right where it says “view live stream.” This is viewed with Windows Media Player

Northwest Harp Ensemble - Hanukkah Medley 172

Tue, 23 Dec 2008 12:04:59 -0800

Northwest Harp Ensemble - Christmas Medley 172

Sat, 20 Dec 2008 23:35:00 -0800

Timmy Kosaka - Nataliana

Fri, 19 Dec 2008 22:40:46 -0800

Timmy Kosaka returns to Crescendo! to perform a sensitive rendition of Deborah Henson-Conant’s Nataliana. The sensitive melodies and arpeggiated harmonies provide a mystical setting for Timmy’s interpretation. Timmy Kosaka is a member of the American Harp Society Greater Seattle Chapter and is taught by Kate Kosaka.

What Child Is This 173

Fri, 19 Dec 2008 20:04:08 -0800

Crescendo! brings you a simplistically beautiful arrangement of the favorite Celtic tune Greensleeves for English Handbell Duo, 2 Harps, and Piano. The arrangement was conceived by Mark Andersen and performed by Handbell Soloists Madge Luoto and Lynn Andersen. Genevieve Picard and Emily Rostykus perform on Concert Harp, with Mark at the Piano. This is taken from a LIVE concert presented at First Presbyterian Church of Bellevue on December 7, 2008, during an Emerald City Ringers™ Concert.

This clip is part of a full episode that will air on SCAN TV in Seattle (Comcast channel 77 or Broadstripe [formerly Millennium] channel 23) in January 2009 on a Thursday at 6:30 pm PST. You can view it on the above channels, or online at www.scantv.org. The link is in the upper right where it says “view live stream.” This is viewed with Windows Media Player

On A Christmas Night 170

Thu, 4 Dec 2008 13:34:11 -0800

Theater Organist Mark Andersen takes us to a romantic Holiday evening by the fire with his own composition "On A Christmas Night." The song was originally composed for the Radio City Music Hall Christmas Spectacular in the mid 1970's, and brings us a tone poem about love and the beauty of Christmas Eve shared with your special someone. The organ is the former Brooklyn Fox 4 manual Mighty WurliTzer theater pipe organ, now completely rebuilt with many additions, and situated in the grand room of WurliTzer Manor (www.wurlitzermanor.com). Located in Gig Harbor, WA WurliTzer Manor is now the beautiful home of Barbara G. Hammerman and Raymond Lavine. This is just one selection from a new DVD available from www.intartists.com.

This clip is part of a full episode that will air on SCAN TV in Seattle (Comcast channel 77 or Broadstripe [formerly Millennium] channel 23) on Thursday, December 4, 2008 at 6:30 pm PST. You can view it on the above channels, or online at www.scantv.org. The link is in the upper right where it says “view live stream.” This is viewed with Windows Media Player

Sleigh Ride 170

Wed, 3 Dec 2008 15:29:49 -0800

Theater organist Mark Andersen takes us on a Holiday Sleigh Ride with his own arrangement of the Leroy Anderson favorite. The organ is the former Brooklyn Fox 4 manual Mighty WurliTzer theater pipe organ, now completely rebuilt with many additions, and situated in the grand room of WurliTzer Manor. (www.wurlitzermanor.com) Located in Gig Harbor, WA, WurliTzer Manor is now the beautiful home of Barbara G. Hammerman and Raymond Lavine. This is just one selection from a new DVD available from www.intartists.com.

This clip is part of a full episode that aired on SCAN TV in Seattle (Comcast channel 77 or Broadstripe [formerly Millennium] channel 23) on Thursday, December 4, 2008 at 6:30 pm PST.

Harper Tasche - Skua 167

Sat, 15 Nov 2008 11:17:40 -0800

Crescendo! is pleased to welcome the world renown harper Harper Tasche! Harper Tasche holds a unique and prominent place in the folk harp world, as an award-winning performer and composer, recording artist, teacher, and author. Best known for his innovative work with the Small Harp, the Cross-Strung Harp, and the Renaissance Bray Harp, he delights and inspires concert and festival audiences, harp players, and harp builders throughout the United States, Canada, and abroad.

Based in Seattle, Harper creates a distinctive and exceptionally expressive sound which blends traditional Nordic and Celtic music with classical, historical, and contemporary styles. He is a regular headliner at major international folk harp events, and his work has been heard and seen throughout North America and Europe on widespread radio and television broadcasts and in feature film.

You can learn more at his website www.harpcrossing.com

This clip is part of a full episode that aired on SCAN TV in Seattle (Comcast channel 77 or Broadstripe [formerly Millennium] channel 23) on Thursday, October 9, 2008 at 6:30 pm PST.

Harper Tasche - Preludio in C 167

Wed, 22 Oct 2008 13:35:49 -0700

Crescendo! is pleased to welcome the world renown harper Harper Tasche! Harper Tasche holds a unique and prominent place in the folk harp world, as an award-winning performer and composer, recording artist, teacher, and author. Best known for his innovative work with the Small Harp, the Cross-Strung Harp, and the Renaissance Bray Harp, he delights and inspires concert and festival audiences, harp players, and harp builders throughout the United States, Canada, and abroad.

Based in Seattle, Harper creates a distinctive and exceptionally expressive sound which blends traditional Nordic and Celtic music with classical, historical, and contemporary styles. He is a regular headliner at major international folk harp events, and his work has been heard and seen throughout North America and Europe on widespread radio and television broadcasts and in feature film.

You can learn more at his website www.harpcrossing.com

This clip was part of a full episode that aired on SCAN TV in Seattle (Comcast channel 77 or Broadstripe [formerly Millennium] channel 23) on Thursday, October 9, 2008 at 6:30 pm PST.

Harper Tasche - Just You 167

Mon, 13 Oct 2008 15:50:19 -0700

Crescendo! is pleased to welcome the world renown harper Harper Tasche! Harper Tasche holds a unique and prominent place in the folk harp world, as an award-winning performer and composer, recording artist, teacher, and author. Best known for his innovative work with the Small Harp, the Cross-Strung Harp, and the Renaissance Bray Harp, he delights and inspires concert and festival audiences, harp players, and harp builders throughout the United States, Canada, and abroad.

Based in Seattle, Harper creates a distinctive and exceptionally expressive sound which blends traditional Nordic and Celtic music with classical, historical, and contemporary styles. He is a regular headliner at major international folk harp events, and his work has been heard and seen throughout North America and Europe on widespread radio and television broadcasts and in feature film.

You can learn more at his website www.harpcrossing.com

This clip was part of a full episode that aired on SCAN TV in Seattle (Comcast channel 77 or Broadstripe [formerly Millennium] channel 23) on Thursday, October 9, 2008 at 6:30 pm PST.

Pacific Harp Institute - Steel from Pentacle 163

Mon, 25 Aug 2008 11:29:41 -0700

This was the final piece from the Salzedo and Beyond Concert present by Pacific Harp Institute in Seattle. It is titled Steel from Pentacle and is by Carlos Salzedo (1885-1961). The performers are Esther Cannon, Emily Clarkson, Becky Jensen-Clem, Sarah Javaux, Linnae Kraemer, Joseph Lachman, Alexandra Mariani, Elizabeth Steiner, Lauren Woidela, and Lara Zipperer all on Harp, Alison Austin - Conductor. Recorded July 26, 2008 Pacific Harp Institute at Bastyr University Chapel, Kenmore, WA.

American Harp Society Canto Mio 161

Thu, 14 Aug 2008 13:03:58 -0700

Canto Mio Harp Ensemble, conducted by Alison Austin, plays an arrangement of Bach’s Gavotte arranged by Lynne Wainwright Palmer. These young people do a beautiful job of performing together and work hard, throughout the year, to better hone their skills under the adept baton of Alison Austin, Director of the Pactific Harp Institute. This podcast comes from a performance on June 7, 2008. The performers are Alexandra Mariani, Lisa Mothersbaugh, Charlene Chin, and Natalie Skerlong.

This clip is part of a full episode that will air on SCAN TV in Seattle (Comcast channel 77 or Broadstripe [formerly Millennium] channel 23) on Thursday, June 19, 2008 at 6:30 pm PST. You can view it on the above channels, or online at www.scantv.org. The link is in the upper right where it says “view live stream.” This is viewed with Windows Media Player

American Harp Society Genevieve Picard 161

Wed, 9 Jul 2008 11:24:12 -0700

Genevieve is a harp student who plays here an original composition by her teacher Mark Andersen. Tango España is an intermediate level solo for pedal or lever harp that encompasses wonderful Spanish rhythms and a memorable melody. It is a totally fun piece to use for performance or for just learning rhythmic playing. One nice feature is that there are no pedal or lever changes throughout the Tango making it easily attainable and playable on any harp. The music for Tango España may be purchased through The Harp Connection (www.harpconnection.com).

This clip is part of a full episode that aired on SCAN TV in Seattle (Comcast channel 77 or Broadstripe [formerly Millennium] channel 23) on Thursday, June 19, 2008 at 6:30 pm PST.

American Harp Society Joseph Lachman 161

Mon, 30 Jun 2008 12:55:56 -0700

On this week's International Artists Crescendo! Podcast we present Joseph Lachman, winnner of the American Harp Society Greater Seattle Chapter Scholarship Award 2008. The selection heard is the beautiful Clair de Lune by Claude Debussy for solo harp.

Joseph has been playing the harp about 4 1/2 years and is currently a student of Suzanne Hussong. He began studying harp in middle school, and has been performing with the Seattle Junior Youth Symphony Orchestra the past two years. Now a junior, he currently plays the harp with his school's orchestra and private harp ensembles. Joseph just completed a two-week tour of Japan with his high school orchestra - a wonderfully enriching and unforgettable experience. Joseph is also a volunteer music tutor to elementary school students.

This clip is part of a full episode that aired on SCAN TV in Seattle (Comcast channel 77 or Broadstripe [formerly Millennium] channel 23) on Thursday, June 19, 2008 at 6:30 pm PST.

American Harp Society Timmy Kosaka 161

Thu, 19 Jun 2008 10:09:40 -0700

Timmy Kosaka plays Variations on Sakura on the Harp at a recent recital for the American Harp Society Greater Seattle Chapter.

Timmy started to play the harp and piano when he was five. He was taught by his mother, Kate Kosaka. He is now 11 and has performed at more than 30 places in Washington, Vancouver BC and Bangkok, Thailand. He performed his first one hour concert when he was eight at a church in Tacoma in 2006. That same year, he was also the guest soloist at Mr. Bronn Journey's Christmas Harp Concert. Timmy was awarded the KidsDay Salute Award by the City of Auburn in 2004 for his contribution to the society with his harp music. In 2007, he was awarded by the American Who's Who Association for his Academic Excellence. That year, Timmy was also filmed by 3ABN, a Christian television network, in a TV series called "Grandma's House" as a guest harpist playing four selections for a tea party. In February, Timmy was the guest pianist and harpist at pianist Jee Wong's Benefiting Concert, which helped raise money for a mission trip to Africa. Even though Timmy enjoys playing different type of music, his goal is to use music as a ministry and to share his love of music and bring joy to other people's life.

This clip is part of a full episode that aired on SCAN TV in Seattle (Comcast channel 77 or Broadstripe [formerly Millennium] channel 23) on Thursday, June 19, 2008 at 6:30 pm PST.

Destro dall'empia dite 159

Thu, 19 Jun 2008 10:06:18 -0700

Crescendo presents the entire ensemble of Halcyon Trio Oregon performs here with Jackie Van Paepaghem (voice), Debra Huddleston (piano/organ), Joan Haaland Paddock (trumpets). This clip was taken from their concert at Faith Evangelical Lutheran Church in Redmond, Washington in 2008.

This clip is part of a full episode that aired on SCAN TV in Seattle (Comcast channel 77 or Broadstripe [formerly Millennium] channel 23) on Thursday, June 5, 2008 at 6:30 pm PST.

UW Tower Bells 160

Sun, 15 Jun 2008 18:45:56 -0700

Change Ringing Tower Bells are featured on this podcast. The inaugural ceremony and ring took place on May 31, 2008. This is the only set of Changing Ringing Tower Bells on the West Coast of the United States. These new bells were installed at Gerberding Hall on the campus of the University of Washington through a donation by the Gordon Stuart Peek Foundation. The tower captain is Rebecca Woodgate, a Senior Oceanographer at UW.

This clip is part of a full episode that aired on SCAN TV in Seattle (Comcast channel 77 or Broadstripe [formerly Millennium] channel 23) on Thursday, June 12, 2008 at 6:30 pm PST.

Norwegian Lur 159

Sun, 15 Jun 2008 18:44:02 -0700

Joan Paddock plays a traditional Norwegian Lur solo that she composed. She gives an explanation of the instrument in the podcast.

This clip is part of a full episode that aired on SCAN TV in Seattle (Comcast channel 77 or Broadstripe [formerly Millennium] channel 23) on Thursday, June 5, 2008 at 6:30 pm PST.

Sabre Dance 157

Fri, 6 Jun 2008 11:22:21 -0700

The Emerald Bell Ensemble brings us a delightfully comic version of Khachaturian’s Sabre Dance, arranged by Cheryl Baker, with an introduction by Cindy Streltzov.

This clip is part of a full episode that aired on SCAN TV in Seattle (Comcast channel 77 or Broadstripe [formerly Millennium] channel 23) on Thursday, May 22 and 29, 2008 at 6:30 pm PST.

Rough Riders 158

Thu, 22 May 2008 16:50:20 -0700

Rough Riders is a march by Karl King, arranged for handbells by Cathy Moklebust, and arranged for double bell choir by ECR™ director Brian Tervo. Emerald City Ringers™ played this arrangement at their Spring concert titled The Enchanted Forest, at Mercer Island Presbyterian Church on May 3, 2008. Mark Andersen played and arranged the Piccolo part on Glockenspiel - hidden behind the column.

This clip is part of a full episode that aired on SCAN TV in Seattle (Comcast channel 77 or Broadstripe [formerly Millennium] channel 23) on Thursday, May 22 and 29, 2008 at 6:30 pm PST.

Scherzo No. 4 for Organ 156

Thu, 1 May 2008 11:01:38 -0700

The Scherzo No. 4, by Organist/Composer Mark Andersen, is performed on the Martin Pasi Opus 2 tracker pipe organ in Faith Lutheran Church, Redmond, Washington. This Scherzo, composed in 1980, is a lively dance upon the organ foundations, culminating in a brilliant full-organ registration at the apex of the piece. It shows off the wonderful tonal voicing of this lovely Martin Pasi instrument.

This clip is part of a full episode that aired on SCAN TV in Seattle (Comcast channel 77 or Broadstripe [formerly Millennium] channel 23) on Thursday, May 1, 2008 at 6:30 pm PST.

Port Ludlow Organ 155

Thu, 20 Mar 2008 21:14:42 -0700

Featured this week is a beautiful hand made mechanical action cabinet pipe organ, made in the Philippines by renown organ builder Diego Cera. This organ now resides in Port Ludlow, Washington, and is recorded in the home of it’s owner Douglas Hubbard. Organist Mark Andersen talks with the owner, and plays an improvisation on a familiar Easter hymn.

This clip is part of a full episode that aired on SCAN TV in Seattle (Comcast channel 77 or Broadstripe [formerly Millennium] channel 23) on Thursday, February 28, 2008 at 6:30 pm PST.

Sonata Terza a due 153

Sat, 8 Mar 2008 14:12:58 -0800

Crescendo! presents Ensemble Electra, the “brilliant and engaging” early music group featuring acclaimed Seattle performers Tekla Cunningham, Vicki Boeckman and Jillon Stoppels Dupree. Ensemble Electra gave a colorful performance of 17th and 18th century chamber music entitled: “D.U.I: Deutschland Under the Influence,” highlighting Italian Baroque music and its impact on the German Baroque Composers. (Works by Handel, Telemann, Rosenmüller, Bach, Castello, Merula, Uccellini and Vitali.) The clip was recorded live at their concert on February 3, 2008 in Seattle, WA at the Music Center of the Northwest. For more information go to www.truhernet.org/Vicki

This clip is part of a full episode that aired on SCAN TV in Seattle (Comcast channel 77 or Broadstripe [formerly Millennium] channel 23) on Thursday, March 13, 2008 at 6:30 pm PST.

Comptine d'un autre été 152

Thu, 28 Feb 2008 09:59:56 -0800

Comptine d’un autre été: l’apres midi (Theme from Amélie) by Yann Tiersen, is inspired by the music of Philip Glass. It is in the Passacaglia style, a reoccurring melody, and this theme is heard throughout the movie Amélie. Mark Andersen has arranged it for handbell and melody chime duet with piano accompaniment. This selection comes from a live concert at Mercer Island Presbyterian Church, and features Lynn and Mark Andersen.

This clip is part of a full episode that aired on SCAN TV in Seattle (Comcast channel 77 or Broadstripe [formerly Millennium] channel 23) on Thursday, March 6, 2008 at 6:30 pm PST.

Musetta's Waltz 151

Sun, 17 Feb 2008 12:17:14 -0800

This arrangement of Musetta's Waltz from Puccini's opera La Boheme is adeptly performed on harp by Genevieve Picard, from an edition by Yolanda Kondonassis. The great beauty of the melody is known far and wide, vastly superseding the popularity of the opera itself. It has even been set as a popular standard and sung by Della Reese in 1959 with the lyrics "Don't You Know," which has received more airplay in one year than all of the recordings of the opera in total. This selection comes from a live concert at Mercer Island Presbyterian Church.

This clip is part of a full episode that aired on SCAN TV in Seattle (Comcast channel 77 or Broadstripe [formerly Millennium] channel 23) on Thursday, February 14, 2008 at 6:30 pm PST.

Irlandaise 151

Sun, 17 Feb 2008 12:06:32 -0800

The Claude Bolling Suite for Flute, Piano, and Percussion is one of the standards of the flute repertoire from the 1970s. Written especially for Jean-Pierre Rampal, it combines the worlds of classical music and jazz beautifully. For our live concerts we do an "abridged" version, shortened so that we can get more selections into the concert without overburdening our audiences with too much of the same flavor music. This week we present the "Irlandaise" movement from our "Petite Suite" with Mark on flute, EsDavid on piano, and Lynn on percussion from our concert at Mercer Island Presbyterian Church.

This clip is part of a full episode that aired on SCAN TV in Seattle (Comcast channel 77 or Broadstripe [formerly Millennium] channel 23) on Thursday, February 14, 2008 at 6:30 pm PST.

There's a Voice in the Wilderness Crying 149

Thu, 17 Jan 2008 19:19:34 -0800

Janiel Miller sings a beautiful rendition of "There's A Voice In The Wilderness Crying," by Mark Andersen, on our podcast this week. This piece is one of those rare moments of inspiration that come to a composer as a whole thought. Both the lyrics (adapted from scripture) and the music came together at the same time. The arrangement is available from International Artists, for those of you who would like to perform it yourself.

This clip is part of a full episode that aired on SCAN TV in Seattle (Comcast channel 77 or Broadstripe [formerly Millennium] channel 23) on Thursday, January 10, 2007 at 6:30 pm PST.

Blessed Are They 149

Sun, 13 Jan 2008 11:43:51 -0800

This recording is from our Live concert at Trinity Lutheran Church in Lynnwood, WA. Blessed Are They, performed here by Janiel Miller and Lynn Andersen, is from A Victorian Christmas Cantata, first performed by the Voices of Cooperstown at Christ Church Episcopal in Cooperstown, NY. (as seen previously on Crescendo! Podcast)

The music for this composition is available from International Artists.

This clip is part of a full episode that aired on SCAN TV in Seattle (Comcast channel 77 or Broadstripe [formerly Millennium] channel 23) on Thursday, January 10, 2007 at 6:30 pm PST.

Magnificat 149

Sun, 13 Jan 2008 11:30:19 -0800

This recording is from our Live concert at Trinity Lutheran Church in Lynnwood, WA. It features vocal soloist Janiel Miller, flutist Mark Andersen, and pianist EsDavid. The Magnificat, or Words of Mary, performed here was composed by Mark Andersen and dedicated to Janiel Miller. Janiel’s beautiful voice easily proclaims the purity of the message.

Copies of the Music are available from International Artists.

This clip is part of a full episode that aired on SCAN TV in Seattle (Comcast channel 77 or Broadstripe [formerly Millennium] channel 23) on Thursday, January 10, 2007 at 6:30 pm PST.

When Christmas Comes to Town 148

Fri, 28 Dec 2007 19:07:52 -0800

When Christmas Comes to Town, by Alan Sylvestri from the Motion Picture The Polar Express, is performed here by English Handbell Soloist, Lynn Andersen, accompanied on the Wurlitzer pipe organ in the Wenatchee Valley Museum by Mark Andersen. The Polar Express has already become one of the most favorite Christmas movies around, and this wonderful song is one of the many reasons why. It is well suited for Solo English Handbells, as arranged here by Mark Andersen. The lyrics for this song are a beautiful setting of two children telling a third child, whom Santa had never visited, about the beauty and joy of Christmas.

This clip was part of a full episode that aired on SCAN TV in Seattle (Comcast channel 77 or Broadstripe [formerly Millennium] channel 23) on Thursday, December 27, 2007 at 6:30 pm PST.

Sussex Carol 148

Fri, 28 Dec 2007 19:07:49 -0800

On this Podcast we feature the harpsichord stylings of EsDavid of Seattle, WA in a harpsichord and flute duet of The Sussex Carol. Also known as On Christmas Night True Christians Sing and On Christmas Night All Christians Sing, its words were first published by an Irish bishop, Luke Wadding, in a work called Small Garland of Pious and Godly Songs. It is not clear whether Wadding wrote the song or was recording an earlier composition. Both the text and the tune, to which it is now sung, were discovered and written down by Ralph Vaughan Williams, who heard it being sung by a Harriet Verrall of Monk's Gate, Sussex (hence "Sussex Carol"). The tune, to which it is played today, is the one Williams took down from Mrs Verrall and published in 1919. The flutist is Mark Andersen.

This clip was part of a full episode that aired on SCAN TV in Seattle (Comcast channel 77 or Broadstripe [formerly Millennium] channel 23) on Thursday, December 27, 2007 at 6:30 pm PST.

Plink, Plank, Plunk! 145

Tue, 27 Nov 2007 17:40:31 -0800

We bring you another video podcast of that magnificent Japanese Handbell ensemble Kiriku, under the leadership of Taiko Otsubo. This time, in contrast to last week's selection, we have chosen a work by Leroy Anderson, originally performed by the Boston Pops Orchestra during the years that it was directed by Arthur Fiedler, named simply Plink, Plank,Plunk! It shows off the extreme versatility of the ensemble and the great agility with which they play. You'll also remember this song at the title song of the 50's television program "What's My Line?"

This clip is part of a full episode that aired on SCAN TV in Seattle (Comcast channel 77 or Broadstripe [formerly Millennium] channel 23) on Thursday, November 29, 2007 at 6:30 pm PST and continue Thursday, December 6, 2007 at 6:30 pm.

Song Along the Seashore 144

Tue, 27 Nov 2007 17:31:28 -0800

This week we are proud to present a video podcast of the magnificent Japanese Handbell ensemble Kiriku, under the leadership of Taiko Otsubo. This musical selection is an original work Song Along the Seashore by Tamezo Narita and it shows off the extreme beauty in musical style that this ensemble brings to the concert stage. This is handbell performance at its very best.

This clip is part of a full episode that aired on SCAN TV in Seattle (Comcast channel 77 or Broadstripe [formerly Millennium] channel 23) on Thursday, November 29, 2007 at 6:30 pm PST and continue Thursday, December 6, 2007 at 6:30 pm.

Sing to the Lord of Harvest 140

Tue, 16 Oct 2007 21:29:29 -0700

Sing to the Lord of Harvest is a video clip from our first concert of the 2007 season. This performance was at Resurrection Lutheran Church in Des Moines, WA. Mark Andersen arranged the hymn for solo handbells, and accompanies on the piano. Lynn Andersen plays the solo handbells.

This clip aired on SCAN TV in Seattle (Comcast channel 77 or Broadstripe [formerly Millennium] channel 23) on October 4, 2007 at 6:30 pm PST.