Karen LeFrak on Spectrum News NY1, Ahead of New York Philharmonic Concert
Composer Karen LeFrak talked to Stephanie Simon from Spectrum News NY1, in New York City, about her orchestral work American Promise, which is being performed this weekend by the New York Philharmonic in a program that celebrates the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence.
As America gets ready to celebrate its 250th anniversary, New York City will mark the milestone in many ways, including through music. Composer Karen LeFrak, a lifelong New Yorker, talked to Stephanie Simon from Spectrum News NY1 about her new orchestral work American Promise, performed by the New York Philharmonic this Friday at David Geffen Hall.
Inspired by the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, Karen wrote American Promise as a reflection on the strength and endurance of the nation—its ongoing fight for liberty and the deep gratitude shared for the opportunities and freedoms it represents.
Karen’s recent album features the world-premiere recordings of American Promise and two more new works: Lady Liberty Suite and Prairie Dawn, celebrating hope, arrival, and belonging through sweeping orchestral passages and intimate, lyrical moments. The album was performed by the London Symphony Orchestra, alongside arranger and conductor William Ross, at Abbey Road Studios.
Find out what to expect at the concert and learn about Karen’s creative process by watching the full segment here.
Listen to American Promise here.
Pianist Magazine: Getting to Know: Karen LeFrak
A native New Yorker, composer and author Karen LeFrak has created vibrant, moving musical scores that have been presented in prestigious concert halls across the globe. She chats to Pianist about how and why she composes, her latest Christmas album, plus she shares some advice for budding composers and pianists...
1. Congratulations on more than 28 million streams on Spotify and Apple Music! What does this milestone mean to you? How does it feel to resonate with such a breadth of listeners?
This is so exciting! I am honoured that so many people want to hear my music! When I started composing very late in life, I never thought in a million years that I’d find myself in this position. I am grateful.
Pianist Magazine
By Ellie Palmer
A native New Yorker, composer and author Karen LeFrak has created vibrant, moving musical scores that have been presented in prestigious concert halls across the globe. She chats to Pianist about how and why she composes, her latest Christmas album, plus she shares some advice for budding composers and pianists...
1. Congratulations on more than 28 million streams on Spotify and Apple Music! What does this milestone mean to you? How does it feel to resonate with such a breadth of listeners?
This is so exciting! I am honoured that so many people want to hear my music! When I started composing very late in life, I never thought in a million years that I’d find myself in this position. I am grateful.
Read more here.
Inside Edition: Composer Karen LeFrak's 'Gratitude' Is Dedicated to COVID-19 Frontline Workers
Karen LeFrak speaks with Inside Edition’s Deborah Norville
Inside Edition
Deborah Norville
TimeOut New York: Time In Virtual Storytime: "Sleepover at the Museum"
TimeOut loves afternoons at the Museum of Natural History, but there's something so alluring about after-hours expeditions, don't you think? See what's it's like to spend a night in the coolest place in NYC! On Thursday, Mar 26 at 7:30pm, head over to the Time Out New York Kids' Instagram account (@timeoutnykids) and check out our stories: Author Karen LeFrak will be reading her picture book Sleepover at the Museum, which follows young Mason and his pals, who are venturing throughout the museum during his sleepover birthday party. What better way to tuck in at night? We'll see you there! All ages.
TimeOut New York
We love afternoons at the Museum of Natural History, but there's something so alluring about after-hours expeditions, don't you think? See what's it's like to spend a night in the coolest place in NYC! On Thursday, Mar 26 at 7:30pm, head over to the Time Out New York Kids' Instagram account (@timeoutnykids) and check out our stories: Author Karen LeFrak will be reading her picture book Sleepover at the Museum, which follows young Mason and his pals, who are venturing throughout the museum during his sleepover birthday party. What better way to tuck in at night? We'll see you there! All ages.
Read more here.