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Plan Ahead and Be OrganizedBeing organized is a vital skill for stay-at-home moms, just as it is for working moms. If you're able to anticipate the tantrum triggers, the leaving-the-house needs, and other potential stress traps, you'll find fewer crises. If you plan ahead and streamline your routines, there's less fussing, forgetting things, and stressing as you move through your busy day.
Set BoundariesBefore you had kids, the jobs you worked had specific start-times and end-times; now you're on-call throughout the day and night! And, because you're 'not working', you're likely expected to volunteer more, plan more activities, and keep the house spotless, too! If stay-at-home moms don't set boundaries, they can easily take on more work than two or three people can comfortably handle, and subject themselves to burnout in the process. (See this article for more on setting priorities.)
Stay ConnectedOne of the main reasons women choose to be stay-at-home moms is to be able to bond with their children throughout the day and enjoy the special moments of their growing-up years. Additionally, housework must be done, dinners must be made, and children need social activities. Unfortunately, sometimes moms end up trying to more than meet these standards by cooking gourmet meals, keeping the house spotless, and getting into 'competitive mommy' circles that are less about support and more stressful than they should be! Remember what's really important: the quality time with your children! If you find that you're working too hard to keep everything picture-perfect, let the house go a little, find some quick and easy recipes, and just have fun with your kids. They grow up so quickly! (See this article for some stress reliever ideas.)
Take Care of YourselfAs you already know, if you aren't at your best physically and emotionally, you won't be your best for your kids. To maintain the kind of stamina required to keep up with kids all day, it's important for stay-at-home moms to care for themselves the way they care for their children: by getting plenty of sleep, healthy food, and at least some "down time." It's also important to enjoy positive feedback (in the form of hugs) to avoid burnout. (See these self care strategies for ideas.
Enlist HelpStay-at-home moms are often expected to do everything related to home care and child care, and that often leads them with little time for self care. Make your job easier by enlisting help from the kids and your partner. Kids can Swiffer a floor, take out dishes, and help cook meals. Even young children can help with certain household tasks, like matching socks while you fold laundry. You can trade babysitting with friends. There are often ways to hire affordable help for extra things like cleaning or cooking, to make a mom's lifestyle less hectic. And the option of delegating tasks to kids is often overlooked. For stay-at-home moms, enlisting help is a smart way to make life less stressed, not having to 'do it all', and raising self-confident kids.
Focus on Stress ManagementWhen harried and stressed, stay-at-home moms often find themselves less able to connect with their children or partner, which may lead to acting-out by the kids, a more conflicted marriage, and other things that increase stress for the moms and their families. Therefore, taking a proactive stance on stress management is quite important. Having several quick stress relievers on hand, such as breathing exercises and reframing techniques (different ways of looking at a stressful situation), as well as long-term stress management strategies in place, like a regular exercise or meditation regimen, hobby, or supportive social circle, can relieve significant stress for stay-at-home moms and their families.
In addition to these stress management practices for stay-at-home moms, it's important (and often overlooked) to keep children's stress in mind. Even young children can benefit from stress relief practices like deep breathing, quiet time with mom, and massage. Because mothers and young children are so attuned to each other, reducing stress in one helps both mother and child.
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Open Thread: Happy Mo DayBy
All is quiet on the Yankee front. No one on the team has accidentally shot themselves. And while the Red Sox seem to be closing in on Junichi Tazawa, no one seems to be too impressed with him.
But as we open up this thread on Saturday night, we do have one thing to mention: Today is the 39th birthday of Mariano Rivera. I hope His Mo-ness is having a good one wherever he may be celebrating.
You know the drill. Open thread, anything goes. Just play nice.
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Enough about Tazawa. I think that this Uehara guy is far more interesting. I know that no one has the Yanks interested in him, but wouldn't you want to give a guy who won the JPN pitching title twice a look? I know scouts haven't said anything bad about him, but is there any kind of scouting report out on him?
I brought this up in the other thread but it seems to be dead so let's start it off here…
When does everyone think 3K hits and 500 HRs will stop being "magic numbers" for HOF enshrinement?
I hope the 3K hit parade ends at Craig Biggio…
now that the steroid era is coming to an end i feel like the luster of 500 homeruns may actually be restored. that being said, a guy like howard who could hit 500 with a .240 avg would not be automatic
"I hope the 3K hit parade ends at Craig Biggio…"
Jeter says Hi! He has a real shot at 3,500hits barring seriojus injury which is just awesome. 600 hr's is the new 500 and 3, 500 hits is the new 3,000. What I think is increasingly a difficult accolade to have a shot at is 300 wins. With the way pitchers are 6 inning pitchers now a days I think the number 300 becomes ever more elusive thus it's exclusivity. That and Giambi's Stache….And No I don't pronounce that in an anglo tongue or it kills the awesomeness to it…You gotta say it with a deep foreign tone "The Stache." Well that and a whales vigina
Jeter also has a better BA/OBP/SLG/OPS/OPS+ than Biggio. He's a much better candidate than Biggio. Biggio's only real argument is his 3K hits, and that's just because he stuck around for a long time.
I'm not saying that 3K hits shouldn't count for something but it shouldn't just be taken at face value like it will be for Biggio.
errr no, Biggio was a pretty solid case with or withour 3000H, you have to look at the middle infielders actually in the hall, aside from the best of the best (Ripkin, Hornsby, Wagner etc) he's better than almost everyone else, he's peak was remarkable, he lasted long enough at a good rate. Jeter's better than him, but that says a lot more about Jeter's obvious accomplishment than Biggio's lack of.
So you think a hitter like Harmon Killebrew wouldn't get elected today?
He would. He had power like the frog on the sugar smacks box…but i just don't think that 500 is as automatic as it was 6-7 years ago and that might be attributed to athletes becoming bigger, stronger, ball parks smaller, and of course the whole steroid crappa…I'll tell you something Mcmouth I won't vote for you to get into the hall though! lol.
LOL @ the Smacks reference. That just made my day, thank you.
Yeah I agree w/your sentiment.
Mo bless us, every one.
Watched Yankee classics today, i love being home from college because of YES. It was the 2001 series where jeter hit the hr in the bototm of the 10th, Mr November. I realize that even back then, I was too young to realize it at the time, Kay was annoying as hell when he spoke. Mo pitched the top of the inning, so i guess it relates.
Any updates on how Yeico Calderon is doing down in the dominican?
Today is Mo's birthday. Doesn't that make it Christmas somehow?
More like Christmas, Thanksgiving, the Fourth of July, Boxing Day, Memorial Day, Veterans Day, Labor Day, Washington/Lincoln/MLK's Birthdays, Columubs Day, Easter, Good Friday, Yom Kippur, Rosh Hasshanna, Ramadan, and the Solstices all rolled into one.
You forgot the first time I ever got laid…It was like little elves rejoicing like midgets
Something tells me you have size issues.
Mike Patrick just said "Quack Attack, eh?" I did not see the Mighty Ducks. I was annoyed.
Does anyone notice how underappreciated Mo is throughout MLB. He is probablly the most unnoticed superstar there is.
Huh? He's only referred constantly to as the greatest closer in the history of Baseball, and a 1st ballot HOFer. He gets regularly referred to as as deity on this very website.
I understand that YANKEE fans know this but not many other baseball fans do.
Anybody have a take on Neyer's article on Sabathia? Not a new issue or anything, but definitely not something to dismiss outright…
I though neyers article was true and accurate. Sabathia is not like Zito, Hampton or Brown, or maybe there not like him. The only flaw on Sabathia is his weight and being able to stay healthy because of his weight. I beleive thats the only reason there offering him 6 years. He'll only be 34 years old. Another thing to think about Sabathia coming to the Yanks is they very rarely allow a pitcher go 8,9 innings so being overworked shouldnt be an issue.
The stuff about 100 mil contracts has less to do with the money than who they signed and where, so that's no biggie. The stuff about his build has yet to show up in any injuries, and in fact his massive size is what the Yanks LIKE about him. Not the weight, but the huge frame which allows him to put less torque on his body and still be a power pitcher. Big power pitchers tend to hold up better than little ones like Pedro or Guidry.
He's a lefty, young, has a clean health history, and is one of the best pitcher in Baseball. If you're going to worry about him you'll never sign anyone.
Holy crap, that McKnight dude on USC is faaaaaaaaaast.
Anybody hear about the Orioles being the 3rd team in the Peavy trade
Ya I definitely didnt see it at first but the more I think bout it the more it makes sense since they were targeting Pie and Olson was who the Pads wanted for Khalil
Yeah. I'm starting to feel a bit sorry for Kevin Towers. The Cubs have repeatedly said they're out, and yet he keeps bringing them up. Pretty soon he will be coming out with 4 way trade proposals involving the Havana Industriales and the Nippon Ham Fighters, and people will just look at him with a sense of pity.
I still think he is going to get a good package for Peavy but he could of handled this a better way
That's what we all said about Johan Santana . . . . .
Towers wont do that bad
what an interesting baseball card on the left…for all of our sakes, im glad mo decided to quit being a miami vice taxi driver and picked up a baseball instead.
I was thinking the same exact thing. Looking like Vercetti in Vice city
Tyrone WillinghamCharlie Weis sucks.
Better than even chance he's soon unemployed albeit quite rich.
is that edwar ramirez on the left?
Anyone think we could get Dunn on a 1 year 18 million dollar deal ?
I wouldn't mind that but I'd really like to have him for three years with an option for a fourth.
Ya dude the more I been thinking bout it in the past couple days the more I feel like it makes sense for us to get him… Especially if we are talking in the 64 to 68 million range.. That seems like a great dea for us to have a guy like him in our lineup..
Yeah he really fits the Yankee offense perfectly–a patient power hitter who's left-handed.
Whats better assuming Pettite comes back for both options ?
CC and Tex or CC, Dunn, and Sheets ?
CC and Dunn are boys too right ?
I'd say CC and Tex.
I love Dunn, but Tex is the better player. I say sign Dunn if Tex signs elsewhere.
CC and Tex with out a doubt. 27/09.
Man, Ace Ventura is a classic.
I dont understand rosenthal's comments. It seems that he is under the impression that if pettitte is offered arbitration and accepts that the yanks will be forced to pay pettitte more than the 16 million he got last season. Couldn't they pay him as low as a 20 percent decrease from last years salary which would be about 13 million? That is high but I was thinking the lowest they would re-sign him for would be 10 million no matter what the circumstances. They could potentially get two excellent draft picks and only run the risk of paying pettitte 3 million more – i think they would do that over running the risk of losing pettitte and getting absolutely nothing from the dodgers. Particularly because the dodgers have such high draft picks and pettitte's type A status.
I'd sign on for that, Andy is better then last year. 27/09.
so what the hell are we going to do when mo retires?

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I cover ethics and corporate responsibility through a 'quant' lens.
Should we pay closer attention to the insider selling at A123 Systems (NASDAQ:AONE)? Perhaps. For those who follow the 'smart money', they might want to take another look at A123.
A recent article by Nathan Borney in the Ann Arbor news, "A123 Systems layoffs highlight challenges for Michigan's budding battery industry", had some interesting statements:
"I certainly believe there will be consolidation over time as companies with different approaches to the market and different degrees of funding and access to funds will get weeded out," Vieau told AnnArbor.com in an interview. "That's happened with every new technology I've experienced in the last 40 years. So that's not too surprising."
A123's layoffs — which the company has said are temporary — reflect one of the first hiccups in the growth of Michigan's battery industry, which has been widely described as a major economic development opportunity for the state.
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Vieau argued that A123 — which has lost $412.3 million since the start of 2009 — would thrive in the global race to reduce the cost of batteries for electric vehicles. He said taxpayer dollars awarded to A123 would not be wasted.
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Vieau rejected any hints of parallels between A123 and Solyndra.
"Some of the recent struggles have been companies that are underfunded," Vieau said. "And we've been adequately funded to do the job that we've got to do. We've had access to the capital markets, we've had good support, we've got a blue-chip set of customers out there."
In the article it stated: "He said taxpayer dollars awarded to A123 would not be wasted". So, reading ahead, and into the comment section, I saw this:
Congratulations to the insiders who sold their shares in this taxpayer funded company and got even more rich!
One of the founders of this company bought more than 9 million shares at ZERO cost and sold it to his Foundation/Trust at ZERO cost, thus avoiding paying any tax. It is not clear at price his foundation/trust sold the stocks without people noticing it !
It puzzles me as to why Department of Energy (DOE) did not put any conditions about the founders selling their stock, while collecting nearly $379 Million in Grants ($249 Million from DOE, $125 Million from State of Michigan and $5 Million from State of Massachusetts).
13-Jan-11 *2,249,124 AONE Acquisition (Non Open Market) at $0 per share.
13-Jan-11 *2,249,124 AONE Disposition (Non Open Market) at $0 per share.
4-Jan-10 *6,879,022 AONE Acquisition (Non Open Market) at $0 per share.
4-Jan-10 *6,879,022 AONE Disposition (Non Open Market) at $0 per share.
A government subsidised, corrupt uneconomic venture. Who'd a thunk it!
Welcome to the USSA!
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James A. Graff, 28 passed away Wednesday, January 23, 2013 at Robert Wood Johnson Hospital @ Rahway. Jim was a graduate of Cranford High School and attended the Art Institute of Boston @ Leslie University. Jim was a talented artist and cartoonist.
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I've seen Roger do the same thing a couple times before, so he kind of knows what it's like. Yeah, he said that, you know - he just laughed. He said, this is meant to be the easy part, doing the speeches after the match.
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Playing a boozed-up, down-and-out country legend who finds love, loses love, then struggles for redemption, Jeff Bridges is a miraculous and soulful train wreck of a character. After years of successfully collaborating with a rising country star (Colin Farrell), crusty old Blake is in professional and personal freefall. He has so abused his musical gifts that hes reduced to playing bowling alley gigs and rushing from the stage mid-performance to vomit out back. At a Santa Fe gig, he meets budding journalist and single-mom Maggie Gyllenhaal, and a relationship sparks. Bridges injects just enough dignity and weary charm that we find ourselves rooting for him to overcome each self-destructive heartbreak.
Phat Sammich Reviewed by Jane Slaughter (Restaurant)
What do Funyuns, soft-shell crabs, bananas and grilled cheese sandwiches have in common? Theyre all ingredients in one or another of Phat Sammichs 60 selections, a mishmash of retro and stylin-five-years-ago sandwiches with a decided tilt toward the calories-be-damned. Yes, grilled cheese sandwiches are an ingredient. Open since 2009, Phat Sammich is the brainchild of Jeffrey McArthur, owner of Farmington Hills Grilled Cheese and Tomato Soup. Its a small and simple spot with a cheerful staff, an exposed kitchen, counter stools for seating, and everything served in plastic; most business seems to be take-out. These sandwiches are tall.


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"Clever" puppy dodges death by playing dead during Staffie attack (From Wandsworth Guardian)
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"Clever" jug puppy dodges death by playing dead during Staffie attack in King George's Park, Wandsworth
4:30pm Monday 26th November 2012 in News
A four-month-old puppy narrowly avoided being killed by a Staffordshire bull terrier last week after "playing dead".
Stephanie Bowers contacted the Wandsworth Guardian last week to describe the attack on her beloved 'jug', a cross between a jack russell and a pug.
The Wandsworth resident was walking her dog Alfie in King George's Park, also in Wandsworth, on November 18 when a black Staffie, allegedly called Mister, grasped her little pup by the throat.
The tiny pooch immediately went limp leaving Ms Bowers fearing the worst.
She said: "I thought that he was dead and tried my hardest to get my puppy out of the other dog's mouth but using my hands and hitting him.
"When the other dog thought my puppy was dead he let go.
"My clever puppy had played dead but was still injured and had to go to the vets for treatment."
Despite her attempts to help her dog, the owner and dog just walked off. Unfortuately there are no laws regarding dog on dog attacks unless the owner or a member of the public was themselves in danger or hurt.
PC Danielle Mastbraker of Thamesfield SNT, explained: "Current legislation does not allow proceedings in cases where a dog attacks another dog.
"The legislation concerned is for dogs being dangerously out of control and would cover circumstances where a dog bit or injured a human or was aggressive towards a human putting them in fear, then this would constitute an offence for which police could take action."
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"Robert Kyr" CD international release 07.08.14
Conspirare's newest CD "Robert Kyr" is scheduled for global release on July 8 by Harmonia Mundi USA. Tracks, sample clips, and pre-ordering at our CD shop page More about the recording from our July 3rd news email
Pietà now available for download!
The Saturday, June 7th performance of John Muehleisen's Pietà is available for purchase ($15) as an instant download at Set.fm. MORE about the Pietà concerts (June 5-7, 2014) and Conspirare's comPassion festival.
Advance ticket sales cut-off and door times for St. Matthew Passion in Austin (6/14 – 6/15)
Austin concerts SOLD OUT except for a small number of obstructed-view general admission seats now available for $18. Not available online; buy at 512-474-5664 or at the Long Center box office. Advance Sales end, Door Sales (pending availability) and Will … More
Announcing Season 2014-15!
Austin American-Statesman "comPassion" festival preview with Craig Hella Johnson by Luke Quinton, 05.29.14
"Conspirare Explores Compassion, Death at June Events" (pdf)
Free public comPassion events on Saturday, Jun. 7
Welcome all! ♦ comPassion Dialogue, A "Passion Walk" for Our Time with composer Robert Kyr 11am-12:30pm Grace United Methodist Church, 205 E. Monroe St., Austin, TX MAPStreet parking available. Please allow time to park and walk, and closely observe residential … More
Advance ticket sales cut-off and door times for comPassion concerts this weekend (6/5 – 6/8)
Advance Sales (phone / online) end, Door Sales / Will Call open as follows: PIETÀ Thur., 6/5 (6:15pm pre-concert talk; 7:30pm concert) TICKETSSt. Mary's Catholic Church, Fredericksburg, TXAdvance sales end 6/5, 1pm; Will Call / Door sales begins 5:45pm. Fri., … More
24 hours only! 50% off tickets for Pietà and Considering Matthew Shepard / Duruflé concerts this weekend!
As a Conspirare fan, you know all about the Conspirare concert experience: deep listening; great choral music, fabulously performed; a sense of intimacy among artists, conductor, and audience; a feeling of transcendence that lingers for days. Now, for 24 hours … More
comPassion Open Rehearsals tonight and tomorrow, 6/3-6/4, free and open to the public
Both rehearsals will take place at St. Martin's Lutheran Church, 606 W. 15th St., Austin, TX. MAP Tues., 6/3 (7:30-10pm) Free parking in garage directly behind church on W. 16th St. (after 5:30pm) Wed., 6/4 (2-5pm)Parking in lot just west … More
Gusto Italian Kitchen and Wine Bar offering special menu for Considering Matthew Shepard Jun. 8
Restaurant Partner Gusto Italian Kitchen and Wine Bar has created a scrumptious spring prix fixe dinner menu just for Conspirare, especially for our Considering Matthew Shepard / Duruflé Requiem concert. Enjoy this menu the evening of the concert, June 8th. … More
Up to 30% discounts on comPassion tickets!
PACKAGE OFFERS Purchase tickets to your choice of two or three different comPassion performances and save! Conspirare is offering discounts up to 30% on selected seats for Pietà, Considering Matthew Shepard / Duruflé Requiem, and St. Matthew Passion, in varying … More
Craig Hella Johnson's "Psalm of Life" to be performed by Chorus Austin, May 17-18
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 05.18.14 (3pm) St. Martin's Lutheran Church606 W. 15th Street, … More
Craig Hella Johnson, Conductor and Artist-in-Residence, Oregon Bach Festival Composers Symposium
Conspirare's Craig Hella Johnson will be conducting the first of four major public symposium concerts featuring premieres of choral music by symposium participants. More
Conspirare Youth Choirs "Moonrise" tickets: advance sales cut-off and door times (May 2-3)
"Moving Light" review, newmusicbox.org
"Austin: Conspirare's Moving Light" by Andrew Sigler, newmusicbox.org, 04.19.14 Moving Light program page
Photos from our March events
Late March was a busy time for Conspirare! "Moving Light," Symphonic Choir (with Shay Ishii Dance Company) Photos by Danny Brod, 03.28.14"Moving Light" program page Hidden Music Spring Fundraiser Photos by Dave Mead 03.23.14Hidden Music program page MORE Conspirare galleries
"Moving Light" available for download at Set.fm!
The Saturday, March 29th performance of "Moving Light" is available for purchase as an instant download at Set.fm. MORE about the "Moving Light" concerts (Mar. 28-29, 2014)
Craig Hella Johnson Live MPR Webcast Interview, Mon, 04.14, 7pm CDT
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 how to tune in: Visit Google Hangout (for users … More
Craig Hella Johnson directs Cincinnati's VAE, "I Dream a World," May 2
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 Jake Runestad, the regional premiere of Kevin Puts' If I … More
"The Sacred Spirit of Russia" CD, latest reviews from the UK
PRESTO CLASSICAL Includes sample clips http://www.prestoclassical.co.uk/r/Harmonia%2BMundi/HMU807526 GRAMOPHONE, March 2014Vocal Reviews, page 78 (pdf) BUY / MORE about the CD at Conspirare shop
Advance sales cut-off and door sales times for "Moving Light" concerts Mar. 28-29
Advance Sales (phone / online) end, Door Sales / Will Call open as follows: ♦Fri., 3/28 (8pm concert)Advance sales end 3/28, 4pm; Will Call / Door sales (pending availability) begins 6:30pm. Very limited ticket availability ♦Sat., 3/29 (8pm concert) Advance … More
Craig Hella Johnson conducts Texas State Chorale and Chamber Orchestra in Bach's St. John Passion, Apr. 11-12
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, constructed of dramatically presented recitatives and choruses, with commentary through … More
Restaurant partner Gusto offering special menu for "Moving Light," Mar. 28-29
Gusto Italian Kitchen and Wine Bar has created yet another delicious prix fixe dinner menu for Conspirare, this one especially for our "Moving Light" concerts. Enjoy this menu Friday or Saturday evening, March 28-29. Dine between 4pm and 7pm and … More
Countdown for Amplify Austin. Ends at 6pm CDT 3/21!
Amplify Austin is our town's second annual, 24-hour, online community giving event. Last year's first-ever Amplify Austin raised over $2 million for hundreds of area nonprofits and about $10,000 for Conspirare. Thank you! Can we equal or exceed that amount … More
It's almost time to Amplify Austin!
Raise Your Voice! from Thurs., 03.20.14, 6pm through Fri., 03.21.14, 6pm Conspirare is delighted to participate in Amplify Austin 2014 – a community-wide giving day for everyone to support causes they care about. Last year our generous fans and friends … More
Craig Hella Johnson on KMFA, Wed. Mar.19, 9am
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 and CDs, so don't miss it! Tune in locally or … More
Hidden Music reservations deadline extended! Order soon!
Don't miss this unique evening of song and stories featuring Conspirare's Craig Hella Johnson and special guests Ruthie Foster, Eliza Gilkyson, and Patrice Pike! This edition of our popular spring fundraiser promises to be the best yet! Sunday, March 23 … More
HIDDEN MUSIC is March 23rd! Save the date!
Please save the date for a magical evening of shared stories and song with Texas State Musician Craig Hella Johnson and very special friends. Featuring:Ruthie FosterEliza GilkysonPatrice Pike Open bar, seated dinner, silent auction, concert, valet parking. Sunday, 03.23.14 (6-10pm) Brazos … More
"The Sacred Spirit of Russia" CD international release 02.11.14, release party 02.27!
Conspirare's newest CD "The Sacred Spirit of Russia" is scheduled for global release on February 11 by Harmonia Mundi USA, the ensemble's eighth recording for the distinguished label. Subtitled "Christmas liturgy from a Russian cathedral," the disc features works by … More
Conspirare is now hiring a company photographer and company videographer
Please visit our Jobs page for details.
Music from Conspirare's "The Sacred Spirit of Russia" CD with basso profundo Glenn A. Miller featured at WQXR.com
In celebration of Russian Orthodox Christmas, January 7th! "Orthodox Christmas and Other Russian Exports," The Choral Mix with Kent Tritle, WQXR.org (New York Public Radio), 01.05.14 (Conspirare segment begins at 23:44) This 58-minute program also features recordings by Kansas City … More
Advance sales cut-off and door sales times for "Path of Miracles" concerts Jan. 23-26
Advance Sales (phone / online) end, Door Sales / Will Call open as follows: ♦Thu., 1/23 (7:30pm concert) San Antonio (pre-concert talk 6:30pm)Advance sales end 1/23, 4pm; Door Sales / Will Call begins 6:00pm. Good ticket availability ♦Fri., 1/24 (8pm … More
Conspirare is hiring a Director of Development
Please visit our job page for details.
Feb. 7 deadline! Vote for Conspirare in the 2013-14 Austin Chronicle Music Poll!
It's time again to give a shout-out for your favorite musicians in The Austin Chronicle annual music poll. Your vote does count! Show your appreciation and support by writing in Conspirare in the "None of the Above" field under "Best … More
Restaurant partner Gusto offering special menu for "Path of Miracles," Jan. 24
Our delightful restaurant partner, Gusto Italian Kitchen and Wine Bar, has created yet another special 3-course prix fixe dinner menu, this one especially for "Path of Miracles." Enjoy this menu Friday evening, January 24th. Dine between 4pm and 7pm and … More
"The Sacred Spirit of Russia" CD, now taking pre-orders!
Conspirare is accepting advance orders for the upcoming Harmonia Mundi release, "The Sacred Spirit of Russia." (Pre-orders will be shipped after the international release date, February 11, 2014.) Visit "The Sacred Spirit of Russia" Shop Page (includes track list and … More
Craig Hella Johnson directs Cincinnati's VAE, Rachmaninoff Vespers, Feb. 15-16
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 The Rachmaninoff Vespers. Consisting of the texts of the Russian … More
Interruption in web service early AM, Wed., Jan. 22
Maintenance on our website will take place very early morning on Wednesday, January 22, 2014. The total downtime is expected to be less than 1 hour. We apologize in advance for the inconvenience. Thank you.
"Conspirare Christmas" review, La Scena Musicale
"Soaring 'To the Still Point of the Turning World' with Conspirare Christmas 2013″ by Paul E. Robinson, La Scena Musicale, 12.19.13
"Conspirare Christmas" review, Classical Voice North America
"Christmas Concert Spins Spirituality With Off-Beat Mix" by Mike Greenberg, 12.10.13
Conspirare "Messiah" to air on KMFA 12.24.13, 3:00pm
Embellish your Christmas Eve by tuning into 89.5FM on your local Austin area dial or stream live online as KMFA airs the Christmas portion (Part 1) of George Frideric Handel's Messiah (1742), performed by Conspirare's chamber choir with the Victoria … More
Must Reads: Conspirare articles in Scene4 and Arts + Culture Texas
Chris Johnson talks with Craig about his artistic process and his founding vision for Conspirare: Leading Voices: A Conversation with Conspirare's Craig Hella Johnson, Arts+Culture Texas Magazine, 12.03.13 Also, Carla Maria Verdino-Süllwold offers an in-depth piece featuring Conspirare singers and … More
Conspirare is hiring a Manager of Development Information Services
MORE on Conspirare jobs page
ENDS DEC. 22!! Super sale at our online shop!
Through Sunday, December 22, grab some Conspirare music for yourself or for gifts at discounts of 50-75% on selected titles (including most Christmas CDs). Orders will be shipped next business day (Monday through Friday). Domestic orders of 2 or more … More
Advance sales cut-off and door sales times for CYC "Spellbound"
Special for Long Center concert-goers! Conspirare raffle Dec. 9th!
In conjunction with the December 9th performance at the Long Center, Conspirare will conduct a raffle in which four wonderful prizes will go to four lucky winners! Craig's own Roland KR-577 digital piano, imbued with Conspirare history. Craig Hella Johnson … More
Tickets are still available for Conspirare's holiday after-party at the Long Center!
Support Conspirare and the music you love by joining us at our exclusive after-party following the Dec. 9th Dell Hall performance of Conspirare Christmas (party at approximately 9pm). Mingle with the performers while enjoying champagne and champagne cocktails, barista-made coffee … More
Restaurant partner Gusto offering special menu for Conspirare Christmas
Our delightful restaurant partner, Gusto Italian Kitchen and Wine Bar, has created a special 3-course prix fixe menu especially for Conspirare Christmas. Enjoy this menu at any time on an evening that Conspirare Christmas is being performed in Austin (Dec. … More
Shop at Amazon to support Conspirare!
Support Conspirare while shopping in the comfort of your own home! Conspirare is now registered as a charitable organization in the AmazonSmile giving program. When you shop at smile.amazon.com, you'll find the exact same low prices, vast selection and convenient … More
Craig Hella Johnson, Music Director for VAE Season 2013-14
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 Chamber Orchestra" in November (Mischa Santora conducts Mozart's Great Mass … More
PICK 3 partial subscription packages available!
Pick 3 or more different Conspirare programs to create your own package. Receive discounted ticket prices for Conspirare Christmas (at the Long Center), Path of Miracles, Moving Light, and the ComPassion festival performances. BUY NOW
"One Voice" is #9 on Waterloo Record's Top-Selling Texas Artists list for September
The top-selling CD Conspirare Christmas 2012: One Voice was recorded live in Austin, TX and features guest artists Kathlene Ritch and Charles Wesley Evans. See this year's Conspirare Christmas featuring the incredible Ruthie Foster!MORE + TICKETS
UPDATED w/VIDEO LINKS! Craig Hella Johnson conducts The National Lutheran Choir, Nov. 2-3
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 unforgettable experience. These concerts are sure to sell-out, so order … More
Interview with Craig Hella Johnson by Joelle Zigman, Nuts and Bolts Music, KVRX Austin
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. 20 min. joellezigman/conspirare-on-nuts-and-bolts MORE about "Bach Plus: Elegant Craft, … More
Advance cut-off and door sales times for Bach Plus, Austin, Sept. 28-29
Advance sales (phone / online) will end and door sales / will call will open as follows: Sat., 9/28 concert at 8pm (pre-concert talk 7pm): Advance sales end 9/28 5pm; Door Sales / Will Call begins 6:30pmSun., 9/29 concert at … More
Craig Hella Johnson in studio live with John Aielli, KUTX 98.9FM, Thurs., Sept. 26
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 with John Aielli Thursday morning before 10am CDT in the … More
Bach Plus program booklet now available!
Program Booklet AUSTIN:09.28.13 (8pm) St. Martin's Lutheran Church TICKETS09.29.13 (3pm) St. Martin's Lutheran Church TICKETS ALSO: 09.26.13 (7:30pm) First United Methodist Church, Victoria, TX. Presented by Victoria Bach Festival / TICKETS 09.27.13 (7:30pm) St. Luke's United Methodist Church, Houston, TX. … More
NEW for Bach Plus, Sat. 9/28 only: $18 transept seats released
Available by phone only at 512-474-5664. PLEASE NOTE: These general admission seats are in the transept to the side of the performance area, so the view of the performers and conductor will be obstructed. Bach Plus program page
Double CD Release Party, Waterloo Records, 9.12.13
Come celebrate Conspirare's two new recordings, One Voice (Conspirare Christmas 2012) and Kevin Puts (Harmonia Mundi label)! 5:00-7:00pm FREE! All are invited! Live performances by Conspirare singers Mela Sarajane Dailey (soprano soloist in Kevin Puts' "To Touch the Sky") and … More
Conspirare is hiring a Production Manager
MORE on Conspirare jobs page
One Voice Christmas 2012 CD, now taking pre-orders!
Conspirare's live Christmas 2012 release One Voice is arriving soon! Visit our One Voice CD Shop page for details, including a complete track list. Featuring Special Guest Artists Charles Wesley Evans and Kathlene Ritch. Now taking pre-orders! (CDs will be … More
New Kevin Puts CD, now taking pre-orders!
Conspirare's upcoming Harmonia Mundi release Kevin Puts is already inspiring rave reviews! Visit our Kevin Puts CD Shop page for a track list, sample excerpts, and links to online reviews. Now taking pre-orders! (CDs will be shipped after Sept. 12th.) … More
CYC Allegro selected to be featured at 2014 Southwest ACDA
Conspirare is thrilled to announce that Allegro, the advanced ensemble of Conspirare Youth Choirs, applied and was recently selected to be a featured choir at the 2014 Southwest American Choral Directors Association Conference! Allegro singers will perform before a national … More
CYC to sing at Round Rock Express, 08.24.13
Upcoming conspirare.org service interruption for maintenance
Conspirare's web server will be undergoing routine maintenance early morning Thursday, August 8th. Our site could be down for as long as 30 minutes sometime between 12am and 6am CDT. We apologize in advance for the inconvenience!
Conspirare announces appointment of Paul Melroy as Managing Director
After a nationwide search, Conspirare has selected Paul Melroy as its new managing director. Melroy was most recently managing director and chief financial officer of The Atlanta Opera, where he worked in several positions over fifteen years. MORE in 07.09.13 … More
NEW! Conspirare Vimeo channel
The channel presents selected, high quality video featuring Conspirare and Artistic Director Craig Hella Johnson. Visit channel
LIMITED EDITION Conspirare TShirt "Keep Calm and Sing Fugues" now on sale
ONLY AVAILABLE AT CONSPIRARE.ORG! Orders will be accepted through Thursday, July 18th, 2013. 07.19.13 UPDATE: SALE HAS ENDED. ITEM IS NO LONGER AVAILABLE Unisex Hanes tagless tee with Conspirare logo and message "KEEP CALM AND SING FUGUES" $14.00
Craig Hella Johnson featured at Oregon Bach Festival, Jun 27-Jul 8, 2013
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 by symposium participants in three series of public events: … More
"The Conductor's Craft" with Craig Hella Johnson in Kenosha, WI, June 23-26, 2013
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 a diverse range of topics. The seminar, at Carthage … More
Missa Solemnis Conspirare feature in the Austin American-Statesman's austin360, 06.06.13
Read online: "Conspirare gathers masses to celebrate Beethoven's mass" by Luke Quinton
Conspirare Symphonic Choir and Glenn A. Miller win Austin Critics Table Awards
Symphonic Performance: Austin Symphony with Conspirare Symphonic Choir, conducted by Craig Hella Johnson, in Leonard Bernstein's Chichester Psalms (05.2012) Singer (Classical): Glenn A. Miller, basso profondo in Conspirare's "The Sacred Spirit of Russia" (02.2013 program to be released on CD … More
Ticket information for "Songs of the Soul": availability, advance cut-off, door sales times
05.31.13 Concert at 8pm7pm pre-concert talk by Robert Kyr (included in ticket)St. John Neumann Catholic Church Map AVAILABILITY of reserved seats is extremely limited, but General Admission $12 seating is available in the far side transepts when using the ticket … More
"Songs of the Soul" reserved seating nearly sold out! $12 general admission tickets are now available.
A very limited amount of reserved singles are still available, so hurry! To accommodate everyone, we are opening the far side transepts for General Admission $12 seating (limited/obstructed view from side). Available by phone (512-474-5664) or online when using the … More
NOW AVAILABLE! Program booklet for Kyr's "Songs of the Soul" and Beethoven's "Missa Solemnis"
Combined program booklet MORE about the Songs of the Soul (with The Cloud of Unknowing) concert MORE about the Missa Solemnis concert
Conspirare receives several Austin Critics Table award nominations
All nominations are in the Classical Music category: Symphonic Performance – Leonard Bernstein's Chichester Psalms performed with Austin Symphony (05.12) Choral Performance – 2 nominations: "Signature Conspirare" (09.12) and "The Sacred Spirit of Russia" (02.13) Singer – Basso profondo Glenn … More
Craig Hella Johnson to be 2013 clinician at Hal Leonard choral workshop, June 2013
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 a diverse range of topics. The seminar, at Carthage … More
Craig Hella Johnson, 2013 Texas State Musician, featured in Victoria Advocate
"Bach Festival artistic director earns statewide award" at VictoriaAdvocate.com
Ticket information for CYC's "American Glory": advance cut-off + door sales times
It's Spring concert weekend for Conspirare Youth Choirs! Tickets are selling fast and availability is now limited. $12 Adults; $6 Ages 6-17; FREE ages 5/under (free child tickets available by phone only through the box office at 512-474-5664). ADVANCE SALES … More
Ticket information for "Fusion": availability, advance cut-off, door sales times
For performances on Friday 04.26.13, 8pm and Saturday 04.27.13, 7pm, availability is now Standing Room only (15/$10 Student w/ID). Seats are still available for the Saturday 04.27.13, 9:30pm show ($20/$10 Student w/ID) so BUY NOW! ADVANCE PURCHASE CUT OFF TIMES:4:00pm … More
KUT's Mike Lee of "Arts Eclectic" interviews Craig Hella Johnson and "Fusion" Slam Poets Kevin W. Burke, Lacey Roop, and Danny Strack
LISTEN ONLINE anytime! (link coming soon) 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 schedule: Friday: 8:33am, 11:04am, 3:04pm, … More
Craig Hella Johnson named 2013-14 Texas State Musician
Conspirare press release 04.19.13 Texas Commission on the Arts current state artists page "This is an incredibly special honor and I am humbled by it. I consider this a privilege and a great opportunity to … More
Craig Hella Johnson in public Roundtable & Musicians Forum, Texas State University San Marcos, Thurs. 04.18.13
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 Ensemble," Music Bldg. Recital Hall (MUS 236)An open dialogue … More
"Fusion: Choral Song Meets Slam Poetry" press release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:Contact: Melissa Eddy, 512-217-1264 (cell) Conspirare presents Fusion: Choral Song Meets Slam Poetry Friday, April 26, 8 pm Saturday, April 27, 7 pm and 9:30 pm (two performances) The North Door, 501 Brushy Street at East Fifth, Austin … More
Conspirare is now hiring a Managing Director
Go to Conspirare jobs page
Craig Hella Johnson on "American Voices with Senator Bill Bradley," Sirius XM Radio, Mar. 30-31 and Apr. 6-7
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 XM Satellite Radio Channel 124 air times (EDT) are:Saturday … More
Conspirare Board Chair Robert Karli on KMFA, Mon. 03.25.13, 11-12pm
Bob will be talking to KMFA (FM 89.5) about Conspirare's upcoming June 9th production of Beethoven's monumental Missa Solemnis at the Long Center. Listen online MORE about the June 9th performance
Conspirare's internship program is now accepting applications
We are currently accepting applications for summer and fall sessions.program details/application instructions Other Conspirare job opportunities
wondernight image gallery, slideshow!
For those of you who missed the fabulous party or who want to relive the moments, we are pleased to share this wonder-ful collection of pictures by photographer Chris Patunas! Image Gallery (at Picasa) Watch in Flash slideshow:
Thank you for your support through Amplify Austin!
Conspirare is grateful to all the generous friends who contributed a net total of $9,847.31 through the I Live Here, I Give Here 24-hour online giving campaign. We received donations from both coasts and in-between! This money will help us … More
Conspirare is hiring a full-time Director of Development
MORE on Conspirare jobs page
"Celebrating 20 Years of Singing: Recollections by Conspirare Friends" video now available!
Long-time friends and collaborators share about the beginnings, growth, and musical mastery of Conspirare under the direction of Craig Hella Johnson. This video was produced for and featured at our "wondernight" 20th year celebration on March 2, 2013. We are … More
Conspirare happy hour 2-3pm Tues., March 5, Amplify Austin
Conspirare is in the hunt for an extra $1,000 prize by having the most Amplify Austin pledges during the hour of 2-3pm TODAY, March 5th. Won't you help us? To donate click here. Or visit AmplifyATX.org. Amplify Austin ends TONIGHT … More
Sneak peek at wondernight auction items!
View the auction item booklet.
NOW AVAILABLE: Vladimir Morosan's notes for his pre-concert talks, "The Sacred Spirit of Russia"
For those of you who missed hearing Dr. Morosan speak, we are posting his notes. "The Sacred Spirit of Russia" program page
Conspirare participating in city-wide Amplify Austin 2013 24-hour give-a-thon
The giving event begins at 7pm on Monday, March 4 and ends at 7pm on Tuesday, March 5. MORE
Released today! Dominick DiOrio "Alleluia," Craig Hella Johnson Schirmer Choral Series
"Alleluia" by Dominick DiOrio (SATB with marimba) on sale at Hal Leonard Corporation Complete listing of works in the Craig Hella Johnson series
Reservation deadline for "wondernight" extended through Wed., Feb. 20
MORE about Conspirare's 20th anniversary celebration "wondernight." BUY TICKETS
"The Sacred Spirit of Russia" review, La Scena Musicale
"The Sacred Spirit of Russia in Texas" by Paul E. Robinson, La Scena Musicale, 02.07.13
Will Call times for "The Sacred Spirit of Russia," Austin
The ticket table will open 90 minutes before each concert (30 minutes before each pre-concert talk) as follows: Fri., 02.01.13, 6:30pmSat., 02.02.13, 6:30pmSun., 02.03.13, 1:30pm St. Martin's Lutheran Church, 606 W. 15th St. Map MORE about "The Sacred Spirit of … More
Prepare your ears for "The Sacred Spirit of Russia" concerts: video links
The Company of Voices is fully engaged in preparation for our upcoming concert series, "The Sacred Spirit of Russia." We hope that you will be able to attend one of our performances celebrating this rich and powerful choral tradition. In … More
Advance sales and door sales times for Fredericksburg "The Sacred Spirit of Russia" concert, Thurs., Jan. 31
01.31.13 (7:30pm ) St. Mary's Catholic Church, 306 W. San Antonio St., Fredericksburg, TX Map (Pre-concert talk, included in ticket, at 6:30pm by Russian choral music expert Dr. Vladimir Morosan.) Advance tickets may be purchased online or by phone (512-474-5664) … More
Limited tickets available for "The Sacred Spirit of Russia" concerts in Austin; please call 512-474-5664 to order
Please call TLC Tickets at 512-474-5664 to place any orders for Austin performance tickets (Fri.-Sun., Feb. 1-3). Or, please consider attending the Fredericksburg, TX performance on Thurs., Jan. 31. MORE about "The Sacred Spirit of Russia" concerts
Program booklet now available for "The Sacred Spirit of Russia" concerts (Jan. 31-Feb. 3)
PROGRAM BOOKLET Program page for "The Sacred Spirit of Russia" TICKETS
Craig Hella Johnson in studio live with John Aielli, KUTX 98.9FM, Tues., Jan. 29, 10am
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 sacred works by masters of the New Russian Choral School. MORE about "The … More
Works to be performed at The Sacred Spirit of Russia, Jan. 31-Feb. 3
List of program works MORE about The Sacred Spirit of Russia concerts TICKETS
Craig Hella Johnson to perform at Red Bird Foundation fundraiser, Jan. 15, 2013
01.15.13 (6pm) Mansion at Judge's Hill, 1900 Rio Grande Street, Austin, TX MapEVENT INFO/TICKETS About Red Bird Foundation
Craig Hella Johnson with Cincinnati Vocal Arts Ensemble, Jan. 13, 2013
"'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 of 2012 Pulitzer Prize winner Kevin Puts' To Touch the … More
Conspirare office holiday schedule & online shop schedule
OFFICE: The Conspirare office will be closed from noon on Fri., Dec. 21, 2012 through Tues., Jan. 1, 2013. The office will re-open at 9am on Wed., Jan. 2, 2013. ONLINE SHOP: At this time delivery before Christmas cannot be … More
Russian choral music authority Dr. Vladimir Morosan to give pre-concert talks for "The Sacred Spirit of Russia"
Dr. Morosan has compiled one of the largest and most complete reference collections of Russian choral scores, which became the basis for the ongoing series, "Monuments of Russian Sacred Music," published by Musica Russica. His book Choral Performance in Pre-Revolutionary Russia (1986) … More
Advance sales and door sales times for Conspirare Youth Choirs' "This Joy"
Fri., 12.14.12, concert 7:30pm (St. Martin's Lutheran Church)Sat., 12.15.12, concert 7:30pm (St. Martin's Lutheran Church) Advance tickets may be purchased online or by phone (512-474-5664) through 5:00pm each concert day. Tickets may be purchased at the door each night beginning … More
Chicago Tribune names "Samuel Barber: An American Romantic" CD in top 10
"Classical CDs full of aural pleasures: Top Classical CDs for 2012″ by John von Rhein, Classical Music Critic, Chicago Tribune, 12.09.12 MORE about the CD "Samuel Barber: An American Romantic"
Advance sales and door sales times for Conspirare Christmas, San Antonio (12/07) and Austin Long Center (12/10)
For the Friday, 12.07.12 (7:00pm) San Antonio performance (Laurel Heights United Methodist Church): Advance tickets may be purchased online or by phone (512-474-5664) through 2:00pm Friday, 12.07.12. Tickets may be purchased at the door beginning at 6:00pm. Concerts on Saturday … More
Craig Hella Johnson in studio live with John Aielli, KUT, Tues., Dec. 4, 10am
Tune into KUT at 90.5 FM in the Austin area or listen online to hear Artistic Director Craig Hella Johnson share his inspiration and thoughts about the upcoming "Conspirare Christmas" concerts with featured singers Charles Wesley Evans and Kathlene Ritch … More
NOW AVAILABLE in advance! Conspirare Christmas program
Craig Hella Johnson's anxiously awaited Christmas collage program can be seen here. MORE about "Conspirare Christmas" TICKETS for the Long Center, Austin (12.10) and San Antonio (12.7) are still available
Holiday Gala reservations close Tues., Dec. 4, noon
More about the Gala Buy tickets
"Conspirare in Paris" photo album by Marianne Swienink-Havard
From the rehearsal and 11.06.12 performance at Église Saint-Louis-en-l'Île. Photography © Marianne Swienink-Havard. All rights reserved. View album
Conspirare airing on Finnish Yle Radio 1, Nov. 21
"Laulua kuorossa" ("Singing in Choirs"), Yle Radio 1 Airing at 2pm Finnish time. NOTE: Live broadcast only. No podcast or streaming. MORE
Polyfollia performance review, Ouest France
"Conspirare, chapeau les Texans!-Saint-Lô" by Xavier Alexandre, Ouest France, 11.02.12 English translation by Felicity Howard: Conspirare, Hats off to the Texans! If it's necessary to dispel some clichés about Texas – Stetsons and cowboy boots – the Conspirare choir, based … More
"Samuel Barber: An American Romantic" CD review, ConcertoNet.com
"Samuel Barber: An American Romantic" by Matthew Richard Martinez at ConcertoNet.com, 11.01.12 MORE about the CD
Conspirare in France photo album
Facebook France Fall 2012 photo album, Conspirare at the Polyfollia festival and in Paris Keep checking back… more being added!
"Samuel Barber: An American Romantic" radio show, Nov. 11, Going Beyond Words
Stanley Schmidt, Host/Producer of Going Beyond Words, a program dedicated to vocal and choral art, will feature Conspirare's CD Samuel Barber: An American Romantic on an upcoming radio show. The show will be aired Sunday, Nov 11th at noon Central … More
Holiday Gala (Dec. 10) tickets now on sale!
Please visit our Shop Holiday Gala tickets page to purchase. Holiday Gala page
"Samuel Barber: An American Romantic" CD, most recent UK press cuttings
"Samuel Barber: An American Romantic" by John Quinn, musicweb-international.com (pdf) "An American Romantic" by Anthony Burton, BBC Music Magazine (pdf) "An American Romantic" by Peter Dickinson, Gramophone (pdf)
ACDA MN (St. Paul) Nov. 17 Concert, Craig Hella Johnson Artistic Director/Conductor, TICKETS available
The American Choral Directors Association of MinnesotaThe Tribute Concert: Celebrating Influence and Inspiration 11.17.12 (8pm) Benson Great Hall, Bethel University, 3900 Bethel Dr., St. Paul MN "The Tribute Concert: Celebrating Influence and Inspiration" was conceived to express gratitude for inspiration … More
"Samuel Barber: An American Romantic" CD review, adequacy.net
"Conspirare: Craig Hella Johnson & Company of Voices – Samuel Barber: An American Romantic" by Bryan Sanchez, adequacy.net indie music reviews, 10.17.12 MORE about the CD
Signature Conspirare review, newmusicbox.org
"Texas Performing Arts and Conspirare: New Season, New Commissions" by Andrew Sigler, newmusicbox.org, 10.11.12
Conspirare is hiring a full-time Production Manager
MORE on Conspirare jobs page
Signature Conspirare Review, Austin American-Statesman
"Review: Kevin Puts' 'To Touch the Sky'" by Luke Quinton, austin360.com, 10.02.12
Samuel Barber CD review, The Bay Area Reporter
"…surely this is the best chamber chorus in America…" Read "Romantic Voices," by Tim Pfaff, The Bay Area Reporter (ebar.com), 09.27.12 Review of "Samuel Barber: An American Romantic, " September 2012 CD release on the Harmonia Mundi label MORE
Advance ticket cut-off and door sales times for Signature Conspirare
Advance ticket sales for the Friday 09.28 (8pm) concert will end at 4pm on Friday 09.28. Door sales will begin at 6:30pm (30 minutes prior to the 7pm pre-concert conversation with Kevin Puts by Dianne Donovan). Advance ticket sales for … More
Georgetown concert 9/27 now door sales only
Tickets available for tonight's Georgetown concert at the door. $25, $20. Student tickets $10. Doors open at 6 pm.
"Conspirare premieres Kevin Puts' 'To Touch the Sky'" by Jeanne Claire van Ryzin (Austin American-Statesman)
Read the 09.22.12 article about Pulitzer Prize winner Kevin Puts's new work for Conspirare. To Touch the Sky (Nine Songs for Unaccompanied Chorus on Texts by Women) will be a feature of the second half of Signature Conspirare, an audience … More
Kevin Puts and Craig Hella Johnson share with ATXClassical
Austin's new classical music website asked the composer and Artistic Director about Conspirare's upcoming world premiere of To Touch the Sky (Nine Songs for Unaccompanied Chorus on Texts by Women). "Conspirare to Present a Post Pulitzer Prize World Premiere" by … More
"Samuel Barber: An American Romantic" hits Billboard at #10
Now available! Signature Conspirare program booklet
Signature Conspirare program booklet Georgetown 09.27.12 (7pm concert) Austin 09.28.12 and 9.29.12 (8pm concerts) and 9.30.12 (3pm concert) MORE at Signature Conspirare program page Buy single tickets / Buy package discount tickets Don't forget to come early for the pre-concert … More
VIDEO UPDATE! CD release party and pre-ordering, "Samuel Barber: An American Romantic"
You're invited to celebrate with us the release of "Samuel Barber: An American Romantic," Conspirare's latest CD on the Harmonia Mundi label. 09.12.12 (5-7pm) Waterloo Records (600A North Lamar) Enjoy live music by Conspirare singer Mela Dailey and Craig Hella … More
This site down for maintenance Fri., Sept. 24, 2:00-4:00AM CDT
We will be performing maintenance during these times in order to update the host operating system for increased performance and security updates. The total downtime is expected to be 1-2 hours during the maintenance window. We apologize in advance for … More
Tickets now on sale!
Single tickets and subscription discount packages are now available for purchase through TLC ticketing. Buy Single Tickets Buy a Package (3 or more concerts) more about Conspirare tickets and orderingSeason 12-13 concerts and events
The Conspirare office is moving (effective July 1)
Our new physical and mailing address at Centennial Towers will be:505 E. Huntland Dr., Suite 155Austin, TX 78752 Map Our phone number, (512) 476-5775, and fax number, (512) 481-1676, will remain the same. Our office is open to the public, … More
Conspirare Christmas 2011 CD on sale now!
"Something Beautiful," recorded live at The Carillon on Exposition, December 2011. With featured guest vocalists Matt Alber and Mela Dailey and percussionist Thomas Burritt. details and sample clips at online shop
Handel & Pärt review, Austin American-Statesman
"Conspirare's 'Handel & Pärt'" by Luke Quinton, austin360.com, 06.11.12
Craig Hella Johnson shares his thoughts with Luke Quinton, austin360.com
Craig Hella Johnson talks about the upcoming Handel & Pärt concerts and Conspirare's upcoming season: "Conspirare gears up for end of season — and for the next one," by Luke Quinton, austin360.com, 06.06.12 Handel & Pärt program page Announcing Season … More
Austin Critics' Table awards go to Conspirare and soloist David Farwig
Outstanding Choral Performance: Conspirare, "Samuel Barber: American Romantic" Outstanding Singer: David Farwig, "Samuel Barber: American Romantic" "Samuel Barber: American Romantic" program page (Sept. 2011) See other winners at statesman.com.
Press release announcing 20th Anniversary Season 2012-13
Season 2012-13 announcement (05.31.12)
Conspirare Youth Choirs is auditioning now
CYC is a youth program focusing on music education and enrichment for children with a passion for singing. We are auditioning for our upcoming 8th season. The next available audition date is July 21st and will held at First Presbyterian … More
Last Big Sing of the season is Thursday, May 17!
Where the audience is the choir! Yes, that means you! Come to St. Martin's Lutheran Church on Thursday, May 17 at 6pm and raise your voice in song. We guarantee that you and hundreds of singing friends will be the … More
This week only! Handel & Pärt 9pm tickets 50% off
Through Mother's Day, Sunday, May 13th, tickets to the 9:00pm Saturday, June 9th performance of "Handel & Pärt: Brilliant Baroque, Sublime Silences" are half-price when purchasing 2 or more (up to 20) with the promo code HANDEL. The concert is … More
Youth Choirs video from The Bob, preview of this weekend's concerts!
It's concert week for the Conspirare Youth Choirs! Tickets are still available for the Friday and Saturday evening (April 27th and 28th) performances of the "Looking Glass" spring program (7:30pm at St. Martin's Lutheran Church, 606 W. 15th Street). Buy … More
Conspirare announces major gift campaign, Kodosky Foundation gives $1 million
A Legacy of Sound: Shaping Conspirare's Future is a five-year fundraising initiative timed to coincide with the launch of Conspirare's twentieth anniversary season in 2012-13. The campaign was announced April 10 by campaign chair and former board chair Fran Collmann … More
Youth Choirs to sing at Round Rock Express home opener April 13
The Conspirare Youth Choirs are honored and excited to sing the national anthem at the Round Rock Express's home opener at Dell Diamond on Friday, April 13. The Express front office was wowed by CYC's audition and invited the children … More
CYC at The Bob! Saturday, March 31st
Shhhh — It's a surprise concert! Join the Conspirare Youth Choirs at The Bob Bullock State History Museum as they perform selected songs from their upcoming spring concert, "Looking Glass." The four songs include "Texas, Our Texas" and an arrangement … More
Ann Hume Wilson live on KMFA, 03.28.12
Tune into KMFA 89.5FM on Wednesday, March 28th, noon to 1pm, to hear Conspirare's Executive Director Ann Hume Wilson live with Dianne Donovan (or listen online). And while you're at it, help support KMFA's spring fund drive by calling in … More
Midwestern tour web gallery (updated)
Sing Freedom! review, Choral Journal (ACDA)
"Sing Freedom! African-American Spirituals" (pdf) by Bryson Mortensen, March 2012.
TEDxAustin videos, Craig Hella Johnson talk and TEDx Sing
Craig Hella Johnson talkTEDxAustin finale Big Sing Taped live at Austin Music Hall, 02.11.12. tedxaustin.com
Craig Hella Johnson & Company of Voices on WMUK FM, Kalamazoo
102.1 FM, "WMUK Newsroom Other Stories," 03.01.12. Craig Hella Johnson talks about Conspirare and the tour program. This story appears in conjunction with the Kalamazoo Bach Festival and Conspirare's performance on Wednesday, March 7 (Tickets). More from the tour on … More
Robert Faires (Austin Chronicle) on the Big Sing
"All Over Creation: Sweet Release" by Robert Faires, The Austin Chronicle, 03.02.12
Youth Choirs add 2nd performance of "Looking Glass" (April 27)
The Conspirare Youth Choirs' spring program will now be presented on both Friday, April 27th and Saturday, April 28th at St. Martin's Lutheran Church. Performances will begin at 7:30pm. TICKETS
Photos from TEDxAustin event
On February 11th Craig Hella Johnson presented a musical talk and conducted a group sing finale at TEDxAustin 2012, presented at Austin Music Hall. EVENT PHOTOS: Craig Hella Johnson presentation with sopranos (Rebecca Muniz, Jennifer Pavlovich, Nina Revering, Kirstin Watson) and … More
FLASH! Craig Hella Johnson & Symphonic Choir at TEDxAustin
Feb. 11, 2012. Craig Hella Johnson will talk at approximately 2:15pm, and the Symphonic Choir will perform at approximately 5:30pm. streaming online live at http://tedxaustin.com/livestream/
Craig Hella Johnson & Kathlene Ritch to perform at KLRU Anniversary Celebration
KLRU-TV, Austin PBS, will kick off a yearlong celebration of the 50th anniversary of educational television in Central Austin with a fundraiser event — KLRU Inspiring Austin Celebration — on Thursday, February 23 at 7pm at ACL Live at The … More
Path of Miracles review, La Scena Musicale
"A Miraculous Musical Pilgrimage With Conspirare's Company of Voices" by Paul E. Robinson, 02.02.12
Talbot / Whitacre & Lewis review, New Music Box
"We Sing Life: Conspirare" by Andrew Sigler, 01.26.12, newmusicbox.org (a multimedia publication from New Music USA)
Whitacre & Lewis review, Austin American-Statesman
"Conspirare's 'Whitacre & Lewis'" by Luke Quinton, 01.23.12
Tickets still available for this weekend!
Tickets will be available at the door for all three performances of "Joby Talbot: Path of Miracles" (Friday 8pm, Saturday 8pm, and Sunday 3pm) as well as for the single "Whitacre & Lewis: New Year's Special" performance (Saturday 5pm). Door … More
Program booklet! Path of Miracles / Whitacre & Lewis concerts next weekend
In advance, the program booklet for next week's concerts! If you liked the Josquin des Prez presention last January ("Renaissance & Response: Early Voices"), you'll love Path of Miracles. Talbot's inspiring work lies directly in the same evolutionary path, both … More
Sing Freedom! review, Audiophile Audition
"Sing Freedom! African American Spirituals" by Lee Passarella, January 7, 2012
3 Conspirare programs make the Chronicle's top 10
"Top 10 Classical Music Treasures of 2011″ by Robert Faires, The Austin Chronicle, 1.6.12
Sing Freedom! review, The Baltimore Sun
"On the Record: Conspirare's 'Sing Freedom'" by Tim Smith, baltimoresun.com, December 5, 2011 MORE / BUY
Sing Freedom! review, allmusic.com
"Sing Freedom!: African-American Spirituals" by Stephen Eddins MORE / BUY
"Conspirare Christmas Special" on KMFA, 12/25 at 7pm
Tune into FM 89.5 at 7pm CST Christmas evening for KMFA's "Conspirare Christmas Special," a compilation of selections from our Christmas recordings. listen to live stream
Conspirare holiday hours
The Conspirare office will be closed for the holidays Saturday 12/24/11 through Sunday 1/1/12, re-opening at 9am on Monday 1/2/12. Thank you for your support this year, and please join us for Joby Talbot's Path of Miracles in January!
"A Company of Voices: Conspirare in Concert" re-airs on KLRU 12/22/11
12.22.11, 8pm 12.23.11, 1am, 4am Tune into KLRU 18-1 this Thursday (evening and overnight) to see Conspirare's PBS special. KLRU schedule page "A Company of Voices: Conspirare in Concert" DVD and Grammy®-nominated CD (2009, Harmonia Mundi)
Sing Freedom! review, Gramophone
by Donald Rosenberg, from the November 2011 issue MORE / BUY
This Endris Night news release
In their seventh concert season, Conspirare's youngest choristers present their popular holiday concert. Featuring the nativity carol "This Endris Night" and British composer John Rutter's complete "Dancing Day," a cycle of traditional carols set with harp. release 11.23.11
Talbot and Whitacre & Lewis news release
Conspirare presents two programs and a special event in January 2012: The southwestern U.S. premiere of Path of Miracles by British classical and film composer Joby Talbot, inspired by the journey of medieval pilgrims on Spain's Camino de Santiago. January … More
Lee Sandstead talk 1.8.12 news release
Lee Sandstead, one of the most popular art historians in the country, will present his latest talk, "Walking 600 Miles for Art: Falling in Love with Art through Pilgrimage," in conjunction with our upcoming performances of Joby Talbot's Path of … More
Conspirare Christmas news release
Always magical, always unique, "Conspirare Christmas" features artistic director Craig Hella Johnson's renowned "collage" programming that melds music of many centuries and styles into one intensely meaningful whole. With soprano Mela Sarajane Dailey, singer-songwriter Matt Alber, and percussionist Tom Burritt. … More
Robert Faires on losing oneself in music, inspired by Conspirare's Youth Choirs and Symphonic Choir men
"All Over Creation: Let's Get Lost" from The Austin Chronicle, 10.21.11
Ariama features Craig Hella Johnson & Sing Freedom!
Click here to read a featured Ariama interview with Craig Hella Johnson by Craig Zeichner.
Big Sing 1 news release
Where the audience is the choir! release 10.17.11
Conspirare Symphonic Choir Women to sing with Austin Symphony October 14-15
Friday and Saturday night, 8pm, Dell Hall, Long Center Claude Debussy, Nocturnes Gustav Holst, The Planets, Suite for Large Orchestra, Op. 32 This extraordinary presentation of The Planets will feature a choreographed program of NASA images from unmanned spacecraft. Austin … More
Barber reviews in Austin American-Statesman and Austin Chronicle
"Review:Conspirare" by Luke Quinton, Austin American-Statesman, 09.26.11 "Samuel Barber: American Romantic" by Robert Faires, The Austin Chronicle, 09.30.11
Barber tickets still available! Last day for discount packages!
Tickets to "Samuel Barber: American Romantic" are still available for all three performances this weekend. Hear this program live before it is recorded for Harmonia Mundi! about the program Order now online or by calling TLC Tickets at (512) 474-5664. … More
Video from Sing Freedom! release party
For those of you who missed the CD release party (or want to relive it!), here is a video shot and edited by Stu Phillips. We were so fortunate to have had the beautiful Melissa Givens step in as vocalist … More
Buy your Samuel Barber tickets with a package discount!
Order your "Samuel Barber: American Romantic" tickets by September 23 as part of a discounted season package (3 or more concerts) and save 15% off the price of single ticket purchases. Why wait to buy "Conspirare Christmas" and "Handel & … More
The 2010 Christmas at the Carillon CD is on sale now!
Recorded live December 2010 at the Carillon. Featuring Patrice Pike as Special Guest Artist and Tom Burritt on percussion. ON SALE NOW! View / Listen / Buy
Sing Freedom! article in The Austin Chronicle
"A New CD – ain't that good news?" by Robert Faires, The Austin Chronicle, August 26, 2011 Mr. Faires writes about the forthcoming CD and the August 29th launch party at Waterloo Records.
Program book advertising deadlines
Connect with Conspirare fans through our program ads! Our deadlines for a full season ad (5 program books) and for single insertion in the first program book, "Samuel Barber: American Romantic," are: 9.02.11 for ordering 9.09.11 for submitting artwork Please … More
Sing Freedom! release party Aug. 29!
You're invited to celebrate the release of Conspirare's latest CD Sing Freedom!, produced by Harmonia Mundi. Join us August 29th, 5pm-7pm at Austin's own Waterloo Records (600A North Lamar) to listen and get a copy signed by Artistic Director and … More
Conspirare receives major funding awards
Conspirare has recently been honored with the following grants: The National Endowment for the Arts announced a $37,500 grant to support Conspirare's tour of several Midwestern states in March 2012. The Keating Family Foundation, in conjunction with Spanish Steps, recently … More
Missa Latina review in Austin American-Statesman
Read Luke Quinton's 6/13/11 review of Conspirare's Jun. 12th Long Center presentation of Roberto Sierra's Missa Latina.
News release, announcing Season 2011-12
Conspirare awarded by Austin Critics' Table
Conspirare and Conspirare collaborators have been honored with the following Austin Critics' Table Awards, 2010-2011: Outstanding Choral Performance: Conspirare, "Renaissance & Response" Outstanding Singer: David Farwig (baritone), "Renaissance & Response" Outstanding Singer: Abigail H. Lennox (soprano), "Renaissance & Response" Outstanding … More
Missa Latina preview in Austin American-Statesman
Link to Luke Quinton's 6/4/11 preview More
Conspirare series on NPR
Conspirare on NPR's "Weekend Edition Sunday,"
05.22.11 (7am CDT) on KUT-FM, Austin
Or check your local NPR affiliate for program time.
Burnett's series on Conspirare's recent collaboration with composer Robert Kyr concludes with a story about Conspirare's "Renaissance & Response" concert of music by Josquin des Prez and Kyr. More


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On the Run
Jay Kumar
---- — Like any sport, running is the subject of many books. If you're like me and can't get enough information about running, there are plenty of books on the topic to keep you occupied when you're not on the road.
You can find many training manuals about how to improve your running. Some of the most prominent include Advanced Marathoning by Pete Pfitzinger, Daniels' Running Formula by Dr. Jack Daniels, Running to Win by George Sheehan and The Lore of Running by Dr. Tim Noakes. And there are many biographies and autobiographies of famous runners, including Pre: The Story of America's Greatest Running Legend, Steve Prefontaine by Tom Jordan and Marathon Woman: Running the Race to Revolutionize Women's Sports by Kathrine Switzer.
I also enjoy books that incorporate running to tell a larger story. Lately, I've been reading Running Ransom Road: Confronting the Past, One Marathon at a Time by Caleb Daniloff. The author details how he used running to help him maintain his sobriety, specifically through his journey in 2009 running marathons in cities—Boston, Burlington (Vt.), Moscow, New York—where he once had run rampant in a very different way. It's dark at times as Daniloff slips in flashbacks from his past as he trains for and runs four marathons in a span of seven months, but ultimately rewarding.
Another book that provides an interesting look at the redemptive power of running is Haruki Murakami's What I Talk About When I Talk About Running. Murakami, a Japanese novelist best known for surreal books like Kafka on the Beach and The Wind-Up Bird Chronicle, is also an avid runner who has run more than 25 marathons and ultramarathons. In this book, he wrote a series of essays detailing his long-distance running and what it means to him.
Christopher McDougall's Born to Run: A Hidden Tribe, Superathletes and the Greatest Race the World Has Never Seen has gotten its share of publicity since its 2009 release. But if you haven't read the book yet, I highly recommend it. In telling the tale of the Tarahumara Indians of Mexico, who are able to rip off fast runs of more than 100 miles through the mountains barefoot, McDougall shone light on the sport of ultrarunning and helped stoke the barefoot running craze. It's a fascinating read.
Speaking of ultrarunners, Dean Karnazes' 2005 book Ultramarathon Man: Confessions of an All-Night Runner, turned him into a quasi-celebrity as he wrote about his various exploits running insane distances in extreme temperatures at the South Pole and through Death Valley. Of course, what separates Karnazes from other notable ultrarunners is his ability to generate publicity as much as his ability to run hundreds of miles at a time, but his book is interesting nonetheless.
There are many more great books about running out there to discover. And if you'd rather be running instead of reading, you can always get the audiobook version of a running book to take with you.
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The 17th annual North Shore Wellness Fair 5K Road Race/Fun Walk is scheduled for Sunday, April 28 at 9 a.m. at Salem State University's O'Keefe Center. The event aims to promote a healthy lifestyle and raise money for LifeBridge, the Northeast Animal Shelter and the Wellness Center at Salem State University. This year's event features chip timing. Visit salemstate.edu/wellness for more information and register online at Northshoretiming.com.
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Upcoming races Wednesday, April 3: Danvers 5K Fun Run, Sweet William's Garden Center, 141 Pine St., Danvers, 7 p.m. Free, timed run. All welcome. These events are part of a weekly 52-race series. E-mail firstname.lastname@example.com. Thursday, April 4: No Rest for the Wicked Weekly 5K-ish, Salem Common, Salem, 6:45 p.m. Free 3.2-mile run. Contact email@example.com. Saturday, April 6: Lynn Woods School Wolf Trot 5K, Lynn Woods Reservation, Great Woods Road, Lynn, 11 a.m. A 5k cross country loop through Lynn Woods Reservation from Great Woods entrance. Contact: Margaret Mannion (Lynn Woods School PTO) at 1-781-718-5468 or firstname.lastname@example.com. Sunday, April 7: 2nd Annual Higgins Performing Arts 5K, Higgins Middle School, 1 King St. Ext., Peabody, 10 a.m. A fun race/walk with prizes for top three male and female runners, a raffle, and local music. Contact: Chris Stone at 1-978-482-5555 or email@example.com; Cape Ann Half Marathon and Fools Dual Challenge, O'Maley Middle School, 32 Cherry St., Gloucester, 8 a.m. Half Marathon and 5K Race back-to-back; Beautiful ocean views along Cape Ann. Contact: YuKan Sports LLC at 1-978-879-9007 or firstname.lastname@example.com. Wednesday, April 10: Danvers 5K Fun Run, Sweet William's Garden Center, 141 Pine St., Danvers, 7 p.m. Free, timed run. All welcome. These events are part of a weekly 52-race series. E-mail firstname.lastname@example.com. Thursday, April 11: No Rest for the Wicked Weekly 5K-ish, Salem Common, Salem, 6:45 p.m. Free 3.2-mile run. Contact firstname.lastname@example.com. Visit www.northshoreroadraceguide.com/race-calendar for more race listings.


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Our Coach
Our team is coached by Michelle Hargreaves.
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Hunt Seat Team Captains
For Spring 2014 the team captains are Covington Paulsen and Sarah Moran.
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Dressage Team Captains
For Spring 2014 the team captains are Cecilia Kucera and Shelby Taylor.
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Join Us
We are always looking for new members! Contact our coach or a captain for more information.
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TIFF 2011: Exclusive One-Sheet Debut: Eduardo Sanchez's Lovely Molly
When it comes to tapping into fear in its most primal form, few directors do it better than Eduardo Sanchez (The Blair Witch Project, Altered, Seventh Moon). When word broke that he had a new film premiering at this year's Toronto International Film Festival, we immediately got on the case and have brought you back the goods!
Written by Eduardo Sanchez and Jamie Nash, directed by Sanchez, executive produced by Andy Jenkins and Robert Eick, produced by Robin Cowie, Gregg Hale, Jane Fleming, and Mark Ordesky, Lovely Molly stars Gretchen Lodge, Alexandra Holden, and Johnny Lewis and will be making its premiere on Wednesday, September 14th, at midnight as part of TIFF's Midnight Madness series (BUY TICKETS HERE).
Below you'll find an exclusive look at the film's one-sheet, but wait ... that's so not all! If you're lucky enough to be at the festival, the Lovely Molly crew will have five (5) copies of the poster with them that will be signed by the cast, director, and producers! Bitchin', right? Still not done ...
If you head on over to the official Lovely Molly Facebook page and "LIKE" them, on September 20th they will select five (5) fans to send autographed posters to. We'll give you guys a reminder as we get closer to the giveaway date.
With the exquisite and haunting Lovely Molly, Eduardo Sanchez takes the first-person video horror genre he pioneered with The Blair Witch Project and evolves it into a modern personal horror film with the raw, intimate character exploration that evokes memories of early Polanski films like Repulsion or the classic Rosemary's Baby.
Look for much more on Lovely Molly soon! Dig on a few stills and our exclusive look at the one-sheet below.
When newlywed Molly Reynolds returns to her long-abandoned family home, frightful reminders of a nightmarish childhood begin seeping into her new life. She soon begins an inexorable descent into an evil that blurs the lines between psychosis and possession.
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