If you drew a Venn diagram showing the overlap between Canadian contemporary classical music and environmental activism, one name would stand out: Frank Horvat.
INTERVIEW
Composer Frank Horvat Talks About His New Release(s) And Writing Music For The 21st Century
With four albums out in one year, you could say that Toronto composer Frank Horvat’s output is prolific.
PREMIERE
Composer Frank Horvat writes from the heart in epic, bold Memories of Self-Isolation
I’m super excited about this program: it’s one of the most novel things we’ve ever done.
YEAR-END-LIST
Canada’s Top 21 Classical Albums of 2021
…this double album of works for solo instruments struck a particularly resonant chord during the darkest days of the pandemic.
FEATURE
Music for Self-Isolation: a documentary
Artists share their experiences, hopes and fears of life during the pandemic in this moving and thought-provoking film.
ARTICLE
Five things to know about Music For Self-Isolation by Frank Horvat
A masterpiece of creative invention…
PRESS
Music for activists: Photos of dead, missing Thais inspire album
A global campaign entitled ‘Music for Human Rights Defenders’ or #music4HRDs, invites string quartets to videotape themselves playing a movement from the album and posting it on social media.
AWARD
Composer Frank Horvat is awarded the Kathleen McMorrow Music Award
Frank’s depth of commitment to social justice is matched by his inspiring compositions. We are moved by the sensitivity and integrity of his work. This passionate and heartfelt music carries an emotional message to the audience.
OPINION
Why You Should Listen to What Artists Say About the Oilsands
I think an artist’s job is to bring about new ideas and to inspire. But why should we as a society need artists or celebrities to be the voice of change?
