Forgotten Gems: Exploring Works of the German Renaissance and Baroque
Session Abstract: As historical research advances, choral scholars are taking a greater interest in forgotten pieces of our choral history. This presentation explores the under-represented people and pieces of the German Renaissance through middle Baroque eras, from madrigals and motets to cantatas by Johann Schein, Hans Leo Hassler, the other Bachs, and many others. Explore expressive and accessible pieces for any level or voicing of ensemble. Attendees will receive a resource database of compositions and public domain scores.
Angelica Dunsavage
Tennessee State University
Dr. Angelica Dunsavage [she/they] serves as Director of Choral Activities at Tennessee State University, where she conducts the TSU University Choir and the Meistersingers. She received her DMA in Choral Conducting and Music Education from University of Arizona, her MM in Choral Conducting from Bowling Green State University, and her BS in Music Education from Indiana University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Dunsavage currently serves as Chief Editor of Publications for NCCO. She has presented posters and interest sessions for ACDA, NCCO, NAfME and College Music Society. She remains in demand as a clinician, vocal teacher, professional chorister, and mezzo-soprano soloist.
Jeff Vanderlee
University of Arizona
Dr. Jeff Vanderlee is an Assistant Professor of Practice in the Choral Department at the University of Arizona. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Music Education from the University of Texas at Austin, a Master’s degree in Choral Conducting from Westminster Choir College, and graduated with a Doctor of Musical Arts degree in Conducting from the University of Arizona in December of 2020. His doctoral research was a rhetorical analysis of motets of Johann Christoph Bach (1642-1703), and he has had a long-lasting, special connection with and affinity for early music since his time spent at the University of Texas.
