FULL CIRCLE: SOPHIE MOK’S (’21) CONDUCTING JOURNEY LEADS HER BACK TO NORTH CAROLINA
Below are excerpts from an interview with Sophie Sze Ki Mok, who has enjoyed a variety of experiences as a conductor for orchestras all over the world. Sophie attended EMF ‘s conducting institute in 2021, and recently began her tenure as Assistant Conductor of the NC Symphony in November 2024. Read more to learn more […]
BREAKING BARRIERS: MEET THE WOMEN REDEFINING ORCHESTRAL CONDUCTING
Claire Lewis, Sarah Shapiro, Frances Ho, Yiran Zhao, and Ivy Kan share their stories and experiences in the conducting field while attending EMF GREENSBORO, N.C. (December 18, 2024) – The world of orchestral conducting has long been a challenging and often male-dominated field, but a new generation of women is rising to prominence, breaking barriers, and inspiring others […]
NURTERING THE NEXT GENERATION OF MUSICIANS: THE EMF AND MANC PARTNERSHIP STORY
Erika Frazier, EMF Media and Communications Director, sits down with Kellie Burgess, Executive Director of the Music Academy of North Carolina, to explore nearly two decades of collaboration and its profound impact on young musicians. About EMF Explorers CampAt the heart of Eastern Music Festival (EMF) and The Music Academy of North Carolina (MANC) partnership […]
EASTERN MUSIC FESTIVAL WELCOMES NEW BOARD MEMBERS
GREENSBORO, N.C. (October 30, 2024) – Eastern Music Festival (EMF) announces the addition of new members to its Board of Directors, whose expertise, dedication, and leadership will strengthen the festival’s mission of cultivating young musical talent. As the organization prepares for its 64th season, EMF’s Board and leadership team are poised to build on the […]
CELEBRATING GUILFORD COLLEGE AND OUR JOINT LEGACY
From the perspective of new EMF Board Member, Ty Bucker I am honored to join the Board of Directors of Eastern Music Festival, an organization that has a deep connection to Guilford College and has been a valued partner for 63 years. As a representative of Guilford, I’ve had the privilege of witnessing firsthand the incredible […]
EMF 2024 ALUMNI REFLECT AND LOOK FORWARD TO FUTURE
EMF 2024 alumni Lucas Glander (flute), Jessica Lara (violin), and Doogan Townsend (piano) sat down together with EMF staff at the conclusion of EMF’s 63rd season to talk about their experience and their plans for continued growth this fall and beyond. Read below for excerpts from their interview. Left to right: Lucas Glander, Jessica Lara, […]
FROM ENGINEERING TO ENCHANTMENT: THE MUSICAL JOURNEY OF CHRISTIAN CHERUBINI-SUAREZ
Christian Alejandro Cherubini-Suarez’s musical journey is one of transformation and passion. Originally pursuing mechanical engineering, Christian discovered his true calling for music composition during his second semester of college. Now a double major in viola performance and composition at Jacksonville University, his recent work, A Bard’s Tale, premiered at the prestigious Eastern Music Festival (EMF) […]
EASTERN MUSIC FESTIVAL CELEBRATES A TRIUMPHANTLY SUCCESSFUL 63RD SEASON
GREENSBORO, N.C. (July 30, 2024) – Eastern Music Festival (EMF), Greensboro’s nationally recognized summer educational program and classical music festival, celebrated a successful conclusion to its 63rd season on July 27. Hosted on the historic Guilford College campus, the five-week festival featured a rigorous educational program that culminated in captivating performances, masterclasses, student recitals, and […]
EXPERIENCE THE “SYMPHONIC TRIPTYCH” AT EASTERN MUSIC FESTIVAL THIS SATURDAY!
GREENSBORO, N.C. (July 15, 2024) – Eastern Music Festival presents “Symphonic Triptych,” an extraordinary evening featuring the remarkable talents of violinist Chee-Yun, cellist Amanda Forsyth, EMF faculty guitarist Jason Vieaux, and EMF faculty pianist Marika Bournaki. These renowned artists will join the Eastern Festival Orchestra under the esteemed baton of Gerard Schwarz. The concert will […]
EASTERN MUSIC FESTIVAL 2024 CONCERTO COMPETITION WINNERS ANNOUNCED
GREENSBORO, N.C. (July 17, 2024) – Eastern Music Festival (EMF), a summer educational program and renowned music festival hosts an annual concerto competition for Young Artists. Participants select solo pieces with orchestral accompaniment, lasting up to 18 minutes. The Concerto Competition Finale, featuring memorized standard solo repertoire, is held on the last Thursday of the […]