On Wednesday morning, I had an incredible opportunity to return to Scholes Street Studio to dive in on my video project. I really enjoyed getting to perform for a very small audience of two humans (René Allain, who was recording and Diana Golden, who was the studio producer) and the video and audio equipment. It is always a lot of fun to play in that space, and getting to document these awesome pieces. I am proud of myself for recording on violin for the first time, and getting to record works by three awesome composers: Adolphus Hailstork; Dennis Báthory-Kitsz; and Anthony R. Green! If you want to hear a sneak preview of the opening of Two Pages for Kara, by Anthony R. Green, please listen here!
Over the next several weeks, I will be reviewing the videos, and deciding on which recordings best represent the pieces that I have played. I will also be figuring out which photos of Kara (alone, with family and friends) that I want to include for Two Pages for Kara. Please stay tuned for additional updates as we get closer to completion!
If you would like to contribute to the production of these videos, please visit:
https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-greg-williams-upcoming-recording-project
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If you are haven’t had a chance to donate to help fund the recording, editing, and licensing efforts for this album, please visit:
Today marks the start of voting season for the first round of voting for nominations. My solo album, SHADOWS: The Unaccompanied Viola Sonatas of Günter Raphael is up for consideration. The voting, which is done by voting members of the Recording Category will be voting for all sorts of categories and musical genres over the next several days.
Today also kicks off the first performance of Jekyll & Hyde at the White Plains Performing Arts Center. If you’re interested in going, please check in out here!
Thank as always for your support, it truly means a lot!
Gregory K. Williams 