CALLING ALL FANS OF EMBERLIGHT, MILES MYKKANEN, OR THE PERFORMING ARTS

We are excited to debut “Tenor Talks” in our 2024 season

Ever wonder how Miles books jobs? What Juilliard was like? Where he lives? If he speaks multiple languages? How he memorizes operas? What about singing high notes? Preparing for photo shoots? How does he combat stage fright?

No question is too ridiculous or off limits in these unique seminars with Emberlight’s star tenor! This interactive and casual platform welcomes audience questions, creating a vibrant exchange that celebrates music.

Led by our Artistic Director and internationally acclaimed tenor, Miles Mykkanen, this engaging series of three master classes is designed to elevate your musical understanding and appreciation. Alongside anecdotes from his recent debuts at the Royal Opera House and San Francisco Opera, Miles will guide audiences through the musical scores featured in our chamber music concerts. These free classes promise to offer invaluable context and deeper insights into the performances you will hear a few weeks later.

WHAT IS ‘OPERA & SHOWBIZ’ ABOUT?

Miles will take us through the intricacies of building an international career — starting in North America and expanding to Europe — and how to arrive for the first day of rehearsals prepared, healthy, and ready to take on any demands of the contract.

Musical studies for Opera & Showbiz include:

• Selections from Der fliegende Holländer (The Flying Dutchman) by Richard Wagner
• Antonín Dvo?ák’s Piano Quintet No. 2 in A Major

CALLING ALL FANS OF EMBERLIGHT, MILES MYKKANEN, OR THE PERFORMING ARTS

We are excited to debut “Tenor Talks” in our 2024 season

Ever wonder how Miles books jobs? What Juilliard was like? Where he lives? If he speaks multiple languages? How he memorizes operas? What about singing high notes? Preparing for photo shoots? How does he combat stage fright?

No question is too ridiculous or off limits in these unique seminars with Emberlight’s star tenor! This interactive and casual platform welcomes audience questions, creating a vibrant exchange that celebrates music.

Led by our Artistic Director and internationally acclaimed tenor, Miles Mykkanen, this engaging series of three master classes is designed to elevate your musical understanding and appreciation. Alongside anecdotes from his recent debuts at the Royal Opera House and San Francisco Opera, Miles will guide audiences through the musical scores featured in our chamber music concerts. These free classes promise to offer invaluable context and deeper insights into the performances you will hear a few weeks later.

WHAT IS ‘MAKING THE MUSIC’ ABOUT?

The life of a musician requires daily practice and an ever-deepening study of musical scores. In the second class of our Tenor Talks series, Miles will cover various principals of musicianship and dive into the world of vocal technique. From breath support, to learning tricky rhythms, to singing high notes — Making the Music will give you a glimpse into the collaborative and highly competitive world of classical music.

Musical studies for Making the Music include:

• “Povero Ernesto” from Don Pasquale by Gaetano Donizetti
• Selections from Innocence by Kaija Saariaho and Sofi Oskanen

CALLING ALL FANS OF EMBERLIGHT, MILES MYKKANEN, OR THE PERFORMING ARTS

We are excited to debut “Tenor Talks” in our 2024 season

Ever wonder how Miles books jobs? What Juilliard was like? Where he lives? If he speaks multiple languages? How he memorizes operas? What about singing high notes? Preparing for photo shoots? How does he combat stage fright?

No question is too ridiculous or off limits in these unique seminars with Emberlight’s star tenor! This interactive and casual platform welcomes audience questions, creating a vibrant exchange that celebrates music.

Led by our Artistic Director and internationally acclaimed tenor, Miles Mykkanen, this engaging series of three master classes is designed to elevate your musical understanding and appreciation. Alongside anecdotes from his recent debuts at the Royal Opera House and San Francisco Opera, Miles will guide audiences through the musical scores featured in our chamber music concerts. These free classes promise to offer invaluable context and deeper insights into the performances you will hear a few weeks later.

WHAT IS ‘ALL ABOUT ARTISTRY’ ABOUT?

After hours spent in the practice room, at the end of the day an opera singer’s job is to take all the small details they’ve worked on for months, drop every inhibition, walk on stage, and deliver a performance that transcends every day life. In the final class of our Tenor Talks series, Miles puts all the pieces together to teach us how to leave our fears off stage and be our authentic selves on stage.

Musical studies for All About Artistry include:

• “On Wenlock Edge” by Ralph Vaughan Williams
• Selections from Carmina Burana by Carl Orff

This exclusive screening offers an insider’s look into the criteria and creative insights that guided our festival directors in choosing the films for our 2024 season.

We kick off the 2024 International Film Festival with a line-up of standout films curated by Film Festival Director Colton Pometta and Artistic Director Miles Mykkanen. Throughout Director’s Cut we will dive into some of our best submissions of the season while sharing anecdotes from our judges.

Experience the unique perspectives and discerning taste of our panel as they showcase the craftsmanship, storytelling, and technical excellence that define the Emberlight International Film Festival.

Who needs a little vacation? It’s Sunday evening at The Ember Club and we’re taking you on a trip around the world!  (And make sure you fly business class in our VIP Tables!)

Echoes of the World showcases the rich diversity of international filmmaking. Hear firsthand from filmmakers about their experiences creating their films, the challenges and triumphs of being a global artist, and the cultural nuances that shape their artistry.

Curated from submissions spanning 78 countries and six continents, this screening offers a panoramic view of international storytelling, highlighting the diverse cultures, voices, and perspectives that enrich our global film landscape.

Step behind the scenes with Inside the Frame – Cinematic Magic Uncovered, an evening dedicated to exploring the intricate art of filmmaking.

Delve deeper into the world of filmmaking through exclusive behind-the-scenes videos, offering a glimpse into filmmakers’ studios, the technology they use, and the creative decisions that shape their work.

Whether you’re a film enthusiast, aspiring filmmaker, or simply curious about the magic behind the movies, Inside the Frame offers a fascinating look into the creativity, innovation, and collaboration that make filmmaking a truly collaborative art form.

Enjoy an evening of unparalleled musical excellence. Renowned pianist Adam Rothenberg joins The Broadway Strings as they traverse the glittering streets of Broadway to the Slavic folk melodies of the Czech Republic in Broadway & Dvo?ák. Hear these world-class musicians in the intimate and beautiful acoustic of the Hurley School Auditorium as they take us on a rhapsodic journey across the globe.

GLITZ & GLAMOUR IN IRONWOOD!

OUR ANNUAL AWARD SHOW HAS A NEW HOME AT THE EMBER CLUB

After eight weeks of events, the final Friday of our season salutes the winners of Art in the Park and the Emberlight International Film Festival in a celebration of all things Emberlight. This special evening will feature the screening of our 2024 award-winning films, in addition to the announcement of the winners of Art in the Park and a sneak peek at our 2025 season.  The Embys will feature appearances by guest presenters along with emcee Miles Mykkanen and EIFF Director Colton Pometta.

Make sure to arrive early to walk the red carpet with our photographers and visit the complimentary bar inside the club. We encourage you to throw on your tie or add some sparkle to your ensemble.  The Embys are a night out on the town!

The 2024 TORCH SONGS & RHAPSODIES season comes to a pinnacle with our final concert On Wenlock Edge.  Six accomplished musicians share the stage — tenor Miles Mykkanen, violinists Suzy Perelman and Will Curry, violist Molly Goldman, cellist Jessica Wang, and pianist Adam Rothenberg. Prepare to be enchanted by the haunting melodies of Ralph Vaughan Williams’ “On Wenlock Edge”, electrified by show-stopping operatic arias, and swept off your feet by your favorite Broadway showtunes.