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William Ferris and John Vorrasi discuss their past and present concerts

BROADCAST: Dec. 7, 1993 | DURATION: 00:26:31

Synopsis

Interviewing William Ferris, contemporary composer and conductor, and John Vorrasi, lead tenor, as they discuss the beginning and successes of their group called the William Ferris Chorale.

Details

Broadcast Date
Dec. 7, 1993

Physical Format
1 sound tape reel (ca. 55 min.) : 10 1/2 in.

Duration
26 minutes, 31 seconds

Digital Format
WAV

Ownership
The Chicago History Museum

Language
English

Topics

Music Music - Classical Music & Opera

People

Music personnel Musicians

Tags

Ferris, William, 1937-2000--Interviews Vorrasi, John--Interviews Conductors (Music)--Illinois--Chicago--20th century--Interviews Tenors (Singers)--United States--20th century--Interviews Audiotapes. Radio programs. Ferris, William, 1937-2000 WFMT (Radio station : Chicago, Ill.) Ferris, William--To All, To Each: Part Songs from America and Britain William Ferris Chorale Holst, Gustav

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