Expert Advice: Matthew Dirst, Ars Lyrica Houston
Matthew Dirst shares insights on establishing Ars Lyrica Houston and offers advice for emerging artists.
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Where Are They Now? Yena Lee
Young Texas Artists’ 2018 Gold Medalist in the Strings Division shares an update on her career.
The Keynote: YTA Alums Shine in World Premiere
When reviewers commended the world premiere of “The Righteous” for its stellar vocal performances last summer, their write-ups included praise for two Young Texas Artists (YTA) Gold Medalists in Voice. They are Baritone Michael Mayes (2002), currently a nominee for a DER FAUST (Germany’s most prestigious theater award), and soprano Elena Villalón (2020), who made … Read more
Young Texas Artists Kicks Off 40th Season With Magical Evening
Texas arts nonprofit announces a $50,000 matching grant and releases new details about its upcoming music competition and gala.
Young Texas Artists Launches New Season Featuring Its 40th Classical Music Competition
Young Texas Artists (YTA) is celebrating a major milestone in its 2024-25 season: the 40th annual Young Texas Artists Music Competition. The new season also features the “Classical Music and Art Through the Centuries” lecture series, YTA’s Classic Cabaret kick-off party honoring renowned classical pianist James Dick, and the Bach, Beethoven & Barbecue gala.
YTA Announces Stellar 2024-2025 Season
Young Texas Artists’ (YTA) 2024-2025 season is now underway. “This is a particularly meaningful season for us because it includes our 40th Young Texas Artists Music Competition, a major milestone for us,” YTA President/CEO Susie Pokorski said. “We’ve been helping emerging classical musicians in Texas launch successful careers since 1983. This season, we’re celebrating that legacy and looking … Read more