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Podcast: The Valley Today
Episode: The Passion & Perfection of Winchester Musica Viva
Description: In this episode of The Valley Today, host Janet Michael introduces Dr. Bryce Hayes, the artistic director of Winchester Musica Viva and a professor of music at James Madison University. Dr. Hayes provided insight into the impressive history and offerings of Winchester Musica Viva, a professional-level chamber choir based in the Winchester area. He shared that the organization has been around for 44 years, serving as a high-level musical ensemble consisting of singers with significant musical expertise, many of whom are choir directors or professional musicians. The choir auditions annually to ensure maintaining a high standard of excellence.<...