Jan
12

Polish Singers Alliance of America: Kolędy (Christmas) Concert

The Polish Singers Alliance of America in Philadelphia held their annual Kolędy (Christmas) Concert in January. The Polish Singers Alliance has been a musical home to over 300 member choruses, and thousands of singers in the USA and Canada who promote and preserve Polish culture through song. As this year’s winner of the ACPC Marcella Sembrich Award, Grace Touhill performed as a guest soloist alongside the Polish Singers Alliance female choir.

The concert took place at the Associated Polish Home: 9150 Academy Rd, Philadelphia, PA 19114

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Dec
21

Gilbert and Sullivan Society Handel's "Messiah" Sing-Along

A lovely Christmas tradition of the Bucks County Gilbert and Sullivan Society, their annual Messiah sing-along concert featuring a full orchestra and invited soloists including Grace Touhill. The audience is invited to listen and enjoy or to join in singing along with the choral parts! The complete chorus music can be downloaded from the Gilbert & Sullivan homepage each year.

The concert was be held at Lenape Valley Church: 321 West Butler Ave., New Britain, PA 18901

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Opera Project: Harvest Concert
Dec
1

Opera Project: Harvest Concert

Grace Touhill performed “Last Night the Rain Spoke to Me” by Lori Laitman and “Goodnight Moon” by Eric Whitacre alongside pianist Richard McIntyre with the Opera Project of Stockton, New Jersey for their final fall concert of the season featuring operatic art songs and arias!

This event was held at Frenchtown Presbyterian Church: 4th Street Frenchtown, NJ

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Gilbert & Sullivan Society: Autumn Dessert Cabaret
Oct
19

Gilbert & Sullivan Society: Autumn Dessert Cabaret

Delectable fall desserts and beverages were enjoyed while listening to delightful Broadway and operetta favorites with the Bucks County Gilbert & Sullivan Society's Autumn Dessert Cabaret! Grace Touhill (Adriana), Abby Capitolo (Luciana), and Kira Scharf (Luce) performed the "Sing for Your Supper" trio from The Boys from Syracuse by Rodgers & Hart. Grace Touhill also performed “I’m a Stranger Here Myself” from Kurt Weill’s One Touch of Venus.

“Sing for Your Supper”

https://youtu.be/mXOrfiVkTD4

“I’m a Stranger Here Myself”

https://youtu.be/1DleslWHyOM

The event was held at Paxson Hall in St. Paul’s Episcopal Church: 84 E. Oakland Avenue

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International Grieg Festival: Nina Solo Competition
Sep
26
to Sep 28

International Grieg Festival: Nina Solo Competition

Bergen, Norway

Grace Touhill represented the United States as one of 18 vocalists invited to compete in the biennial Nina Solo Voice Competition in Bergen, Norway. Grace Touhill was one of either singers who advanced to the Second Round of this competition. The International Grieg solo competition culminated in a final performance held in Grieghallen featuring the three vocal finalists and several choirs.

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ACPC Marcella Kochańska Sembrich Vocal Competition Winner's Concert
Aug
10

ACPC Marcella Kochańska Sembrich Vocal Competition Winner's Concert

Chicago, IL

The American Council for Polish Culture (ACPC) and The Chicago Chopin Society are proud to announce the winner of the 2024 ACPC Marcella Kochanska Sembrich Vocal Competition, Grace Touhill. She performed in concert alongside the widely acclaimed pianist Dana Brown during the 76th Annual ACPC Convention held in Chicago. Miss Touhill offered a concert of art songs and arias in Italian, French, English, and Polish.

The convention was be held at Paderewski Symphony Orchestra and Academy of Music:

5400 North Lawler Avenue Chicago IL 60630

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The Opera Project: Memorial Concert
May
19

The Opera Project: Memorial Concert

Grace Touhill performs “Bird-Song” and “The Piper” by Michael Head alongside flutist Andrea Maurer and pianist Richard McIntyre with the Opera Project of Stockton, New Jersey for their final spring concert of operatic art songs and arias! The performance was held at the Frenchtown Presbyterian Church (4th Street) in Frenchtown, NJ.

“Bird-Song”

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TBWvbIirI3g&list=PLpLQ8a9cO-ICFfxTwc3TS1da704YNVp4e

“The Piper”

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IpPha1MmTkA&list=PLpLQ8a9cO-ICFfxTwc3TS1da704YNVp4e&index=2

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The Peabody Institute: Musical Theater Showcase
May
13

The Peabody Institute: Musical Theater Showcase

A culminating performance of the Peabody Institute’s Music Theater Survey Class! Peabody vocalists presented various pieces from the Golden Age to contemporary musical theater. Grace Touhill performed “Journey to the Past” from Anastasia and “You Don’t Know This Man” from Parade. The showcase was held in Griswold Hall, located on the second floor of the conservatory.

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Songs of Fairies & Fables: A Master’s Recital
Apr
23

Songs of Fairies & Fables: A Master’s Recital

“Songs of Fairies and Fables” was presented as a culmination of Grace Touhill’s graduate studies at The Peabody Institute of Music in collaboration with pianist Hanna Lee. This thoughtfully crafted program consisted of whimsical tales of princesses, witches, elves, and nursery rhymes featuring Szymanowski’s Polish song cycle “Six Songs of a Fairytale Princess,” Poulenc’s “La Courte Paille,” and others!

The recital was performed at the Peabody Institute’s Griswold Hall, located on the second floor of the conservatory.

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The Opera Project: Winter's End Concert
Mar
17

The Opera Project: Winter's End Concert

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