Join Heather Buchanan for a special performance of Dan Forrest, the breath of life. The festival chorus will perform with the New York City Chamber Orchestra and soloists as part of MCP’s Masterwork Series. Singers will represent a variety of ensembles from across the country.
EXCITING Itinerary BREAKDOWN
Friday, March 14: Welcome to the Big Apple!
Arrive in vibrant New York City.
Check into your hotel and settle in for an exciting stay.
Saturday, March 15: Discover and Perform
Morning: Kick off with an energizing rehearsal.
Afternoon: Explore NYC’s iconic sights at your leisure.
Evening: Experience the magic of Broadway with a must-see show!
Sunday, March 16: More Adventures Await
Morning: Continue your NYC exploration—there’s so much to see!
Afternoon: Gather for another dynamic rehearsal session.
Evening: Enjoy more free time—perfect for sightseeing or sampling NYC’s famous cuisine.
Monday, March 17: The Big Day!
Morning: Last chance to tour the city.
Afternoon: Final touches with a brush-up rehearsal, then a sound check at the legendary Carnegie Hall alongside the New York City Chamber Orchestra.
Evening: Shine on stage during your concert performance, followed by a celebratory post-concert buffet reception.
Tuesday, March 18: Farewell NYC
Depart from New York City, taking home memories that will last a lifetime!
Masterwork Series PAckages
A Not-to-Be-Missed Opportunity for Directors Who Demand Excellence!
Festival Chorus Performance: Collaborate with a nationally-recognized guest conductor, alongside professional soloists and the esteemed New York City Chamber Orchestra.
Iconic Venue: Perform at the legendary Carnegie Hall, Isaac Stern Auditorium—where the world’s greatest have stood.
Exclusive Extras:
Delight in a post-concert buffet reception—a perfect end to your grand performance.
Utilize professional mp3 part learning tracks for impeccable preparation.
Receive a video archival recording of your unforgettable performance.
Cherish a commemorative framed mini marquee poster, celebrating your ensemble’s achievement.
Honor each performer with a certificate of participation.
Luxurious Accommodations:
Enjoy a four-night stay in the heart of New York City at a prestigious Midtown Manhattan hotel like the Westin Times Square, Hilton New York, or Sheraton New York.
New York City Experiences:
Navigate the city like a local with an MTA Transit pass, including two one-way subway or bus rides.
Experience Broadway magic with group tickets to a hit show.
Take in breathtaking views from the Top of the Rock observation deck.
Personalized Support:
Benefit from the dedicated attention of an MCP operations associate to tailor your package details.
Flight coordination support is available through our in-house airline coordinator.
Receive a complimentary one-year membership to the online learning platform, Forward Motion, for the ensemble director.
This is your ensemble's chance to shine on one of the world's most prestigious stages and enjoy an all-encompassing New York City experience. Don't let this opportunity slip away—make your mark in the city that never sleeps!
Elevate your ensemble's experience with a tailor-made event package, perfect for directors coordinating through a tour operator or arranging their own accommodations and activities. This exclusive package features:
Festival Chorus Performance: Take center stage in an exhilarating performance at Carnegie Hall, under the baton of a nationally-renowned guest conductor.
Rehearsal and Sound Check: Prepare for your Carnegie Hall debut with a professional sound check and performance, ensuring a flawless presentation.
Preparation Tools: Enhance your readiness with mp3 part learning tracks designed to fine-tune your performance.
Professional Recordings: Receive a video archival recording of your performance, capturing the magic of your Carnegie Hall moment.
Commemorative Poster: Cherish your experience forever with a custom-framed mini marquee poster of your ensemble.
Certificates of Achievement: Each performer will receive a certificate of participation, commemorating their involvement in this prestigious event.
Exclusive Membership: The ensemble director will benefit from a one-year membership to the Forward Motion online learning platform, offering additional resources and educational opportunities.
Transform your musical journey into an unforgettable adventure with our Event Package, where prestigious venues, professional guidance, and exclusive perks come together to create an unmatched artistic experience.
Not currently singing with an ensemble? This event will open to individuals later this fall!
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Dr. Buchanan’s publications include Volumes 1 – 3 of the landmark GIA choral series Teaching Music through Performance in Choir, a book chapter “Body Mapping: Enhancing Voice Performance through Somatic Pedagogy” in Teaching Singing in the 21st Century (Springer), a DVD Evoking Sound: Body Mapping & Gesture Fundamentals, and choral octavos in the Evoking Sound Choral Series (GIA). Guest conducting and residency engagements are wide-ranging and include all-state and honor choirs in the USA and international festival venues. Highlights include Passion of Italy 2017 (Rome & Florence); The 2016 Fall for Dance festival in NYC; Firenze 2015 (Florence, Italy); the Voices across the Pacific choral festival in the Sydney Opera House & St. John’s Cathedral, Australia (July 2014); the Queensland Conservatorium’s 2014 State Honours Education Program (Australia); Britten’s Rejoice in the Lamb with RADC for Peak Performances 10th Anniversary, again at Sadler’s Wells (London) for the RADC 20th Anniversary Season opening; the 30th Anniversary Pacific Basin Music Festival (Hawaii); CODA Festivals at Carnegie Hall and the Kennedy Centre for the Performing Arts; and headlining the 2017 Australian Choral Conductor’s Education and Training Summer School (Melbourne) where she returns in January 2020.
Dr. Buchanan holds degrees from the Queensland Conservatorium of Music, Griffith University (Australia), Westminster Choir College of Rider University, and the University of New England (Australia). A licensed Andover Educator since 2002 she specializes in the teaching of Body Mapping, a neuro-anatomical approach for enhancing music technique. In June 2017 she was awarded the Barbara Conable Teaching Award by Andover Educators in recognition of exemplary teaching, innovative ideas, support to colleagues, active involvement in Andover Educators & personal growth. A vibrant teacher, dynamic performer, and passionate musicians’ health advocate, Dr. Buchanan is in demand as a guest conductor, somatic educator, and choral clinician in the US and abroad.