Q & A: Cathedral Choral Society of Washington’s Steven Fox on Creating the Ensemble’s ‘Sound’

Since he took over the job eight years ago, Steven Fox, Music Director of Cathedral Choral Society (CCS) has done his utmost to transform the organization’s direction.  To that end, Fox’s initiatives have included expanding the repertory, creating programs to improve the skill set of its members, and offering up new opportunities to deepen connections with the audience. “I am {…}

Cathedral Choral Society Unveils 2024-25 Season

The Cathedral Choral Society, led by Music Director Steven Fox, has announced its 2024-25 season. The season opens with Johannes Brahms’ “Requiem,” with soloists mezzo soprano Katerina Burton and baritone Trevor Scheunemann. Performance Date: October 20, 2024 The Cathedral Choral Society continues its holiday tradition with “Joy of Christmas.” The performance features the U.S. premiere of Alexander Campkin’s “Sounds of {…}

Q & A: Conductor Steven Fox on the Clarion Choir, ‘Judas Maccabeus’ & Live Performances

On Dec. 1, the Clarion Choir and Clarion Orchestra will join forces for a free concert with Isabel Leonard and Anthony Roth Costanzo to perform a suite from “Judas Maccabeus” at historic Temple Emanu-El in celebration of Hanukkah. The program will also include arias, duets, and choruses from Händel’s “Esther,” “Israel in Egypt,” and “Rodelinda.” OperaWire had a chance to {…}