Elly Ameling in Residence, Skinner Recital Hall March 3, 2003

On Monday, March 3, The Vassar College Department of Music will welcome as musician in residence Elly Ameling, one of the most admired lieder singers of the late 20th century. Born in Holland, Ms. Ameling began performing in 1953. During her 40 plus year career, she has performed around the world, making her debuts in Britain in 1956 and in New York in 1968. Her many honors include a knighthood for services to music, presented to her in 1971 by the Queen Beatrice of the Netherlands

Ms. Ameling's public presentation will begin at 4:00pm with a conversation with Vassar faculty members Robert Osborne, lecturer, Music department, and Günter Klabes, associate professor, German Studies. A master class will begin at 5pm and include six students from the voice department, chosen following auditions. The repertoire will focus on German lieder and feature the songs of Hugo Wolf, celebrating his centennial this year, as well as other composers.

For more information, call the Vassar College Department of Music at (845) 437-7294. Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations should contact Cathy Jennings, Office of Campus Activities, (845) 437-5370, as far in advance as possible to request reasonable and appropriate accommodations for the event.

Vassar College is a highly selective, coeducational, independent, residential liberal arts college founded in 1861.

Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations or information on accessibility should contact Campus Activities Office at (845) 437-5370. Without sufficient notice, appropriate space and/or assistance may not be available.

Vassar College is a highly selective, coeducational, independent, residential liberal arts college founded in 1861.

This article was posted on Monday, March 3rd, 2003.