Pianist, scholar, and Follow the Lieder podcast host Mandee Madrid-Sikich delves into the genre of the murder ballade in this intriguing Song Connect study event. Available to auditors for in-person attendance, live-streaming, and unlimited replays until June 26.

Pianist, scholar, and Follow the Lieder podcast host Mandee Madrid-Sikich leads a thoughtful Song Connect study event exploring our relationship with the concept of death through poetry and song. Available to auditors for in-person attendance, live-streaming, and unlimited replays until June 26.

Have you ever wondered what’s the deal with the songs of Hugo Wolf? Need an opportunity to tell the world why his songs are so great? Then join us for this friendly conversation where we’ll explore the songs of the big-bad Wolf! We’ll focus on two of his greatest songs, “Im Frühling” and “Ganymed,” for a lively discussion where all opinions are welcome. A short informative introduction by our host, Simon Barrad, will precede hot-takes, unpopular truths, and lively debate by the group.

You’ve probably heard of iconic Scandinavian composers Edvard Grieg, Jean Sibelius, and Carl Nielsen, but how many of their songs have you heard in concert? Though among the most beautiful and coloristic works in the repertoire, songs by Scandinavian composers are less frequently represented on song recitals in America. Guided by Dr. Alisa Jordheim, a Fulbright Scholar and Fellow of the American Scandinavian Foundation, we explore this stunning repertoire and introductory approaches to diction for performers.

You know them, you love them, and now you choose between them! Our first-ever Song Connect event explores iconic settings by Gabriel Fauré and Claude Debussy of two poems: Mandoline and Claire de lune. What makes them similar? What sets them apart from each other? And whose settings will emerge victorious? Come with your unwavering opinion or get ready to be swayed through conversation and listening during the event. Either way, it’s bound to be a great time!