EVENT DETAILS
EXCITING Itinerary BREAKDOWN
Saturday, March 29: Welcome to the Big Apple!
Arrive in vibrant New York City and check into your hotel
Afternoon: Explore NYC’s iconic sights at your leisure.
Evening: Wrap up the day with your first rehearsal
Sunday, March 30: Discover and Perform
Morning: Kick off with an energizing rehearsal.
Afternoon: Experience the magic of Broadway with a must-see show!
Evening: Explore NYC’s iconic sights at your leisure.
Monday, March 31: More Adventures Await
Morning: Final touches with a brush-up rehearsal
Afternoon: Last chance to tour the city.
Evening: Sound check at legendary Carnegie Hall, shine on stage during your concert performance, followed by a celebratory post-concert buffet reception.
Tuesday, April 1: Farewell NYC!
Depart from New York City, taking home memories that will last a lifetime!
Repertoire Selections
Your Soul Is Song
Jake Runestad
SATB, piano
JR0074
The Singing Bowl
Jeff Newberry
SSA, piano
Santa Barbara SBMP 1696
I’ll Fly Away
Albert Brumley / arr. Brandon A. Boyd
SATB, divisi, piano (opt bass and percussion)
MorningStar MSM-50-5117
Sing You Home
arr. Mark Murphy, Jamie Hillman, Dan Forrest
SATB, piano
Beckenhorst Press BP128
Carrickfergus
arr. Mark Sirett
TTB, piano
Hal Leonard HL 48019311
The Language of the Stars
Katerina Gimon
SATB, piano
Hal Leonard HL 00368507
The Times They Are A-Changin’
Bob Dylan, arr. Adam Podd
SATB, piano
Hal Leonard HL 00382333
OCTAVO 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 three-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.
-
In Fall 2022, Hillman began an additional role as Associate Conductor and Director of Community Engagement of the Toronto Mendelssohn Choir.
Prior to relocating to Toronto in 2021, Hillman served on the faculties of Boston University Metropolitan College/Prison Education Program, Boston University Tanglewood Institute, Gordon College, Kodály Music Institute, and Longy School of Music of Bard College. As a Boston University Prison Arts Scholar, Hillman co-initiated an innovative vocal music program in the Massachusetts prison system.
Dr. Hillman is an examiner for Conservatory Canada and has adjudicated, guest conducted, performed, and presented throughout the United States and Canada, and in Brazil, France, India, Indonesia, Portugal and Taiwan. He has led All-State, festival, or honor choirs in Connecticut, Georgia, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Ontario, Rhode Island, Taiwan, Utah, Vermont, and Virginia. Most recently he conducted two national festival choruses at Carnegie Hall. He returns to Carnegie Hall in 2025 with Manhattan Concert Productions. Hillman has conducted world premieres by Shireen Abu Khader, Matthew Emery, Qiushi Jiang, and Sarah Quartel, among others.
Hillman is the curator and editor of The Jamie Hillman Choral Series published by Santa Barbara Music Publishing. His co-editorial work includes numerous editions of Arabic, Asian, Latin American, and Western choral pieces published by Earthsongs and Hinshaw Music. Choral pedagogical curriculum that he has co-written with composer Dan Forrest is published for Beckenhorst Press. He is also co-editor of Beckenhorst Press' Concert Series.
Dr. Hillman earned an associate diploma from the Royal Conservatory of Music (Toronto) and degrees from Western University (London, Canada), University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, and Boston University where he studied with Ann Howard Jones. Hillman is the 2012 laureate of the Leslie Bell Prize for Choral Conducting from the Ontario Arts Council.