http://pressroom.prlog.org/patrickdmccoy/About HKS PR ARTS - Standing proudly on the shoulders of the late African-American classical music critic, Raoul Abdul, Patrick D. McCoy is committed to informing the entire community about the joys of classical music. Visit: http://www.blogtalkradio.com/patrickdmccoy http://www.prlog.org/12090845-petersburg-native-patrick-mccoy-guest-moderator-of-panel-at-the-kennedy-center.htmlPatrick D. McCoy moderated the popular Talk Back after the performance of Mendelssohn's Elijah by The Washington Chorus in The Kennedy Center Concert Hall with conductor Julian Wachner and noted soloists.Sun, 03 Mar 2013 10:58:07 GMT http://www.prlog.org/12071361-patrick-mccoy-honored-among-2013-pg-county-forty-under-40.htmlThe Prince George's County (MD) Social Innovation Fund recognized 40 movers and shakers under the age of 40. Areas of recognition included Arts and Humanities, Education, Public Service, Science and Health/Fitness.Fri, 01 Feb 2013 10:58:01 GMT http://www.prlog.org/12022607-holiday-concert-to-feature-outstanding-youth-performers-and-internationally-acclaimed-artists.htmlThe National Chamber Ensemble will present its annual holiday concert, featuring outstanding youth performers and internationally acclaimed artists, culminating in a festive carol sing-a long.Tue, 13 Nov 2012 22:16:31 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11995434-ben-holt-mem-branch-of-nanm-to-present-acclaimed-organist-mickey-thomas-terry-in-recital-nov-11.htmlThe distinguished concert organist Dr. Mickey Thomas Terry will presented by the Ben Holt Memorial Branch of the National Association of Negro Musicians, Inc. in free organ recital on Sunday, November 11 at 4 p.m at St. Patrick's Catholic Church-D.C.Tue, 09 Oct 2012 22:30:45 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11995045-renowned-organist-reilly-lewis-to-perform-with-now-new-orchestra-of-washington-october-28.htmlInternationally acclaimed organist and founder of the Washington Bach Consort, Dr. J. Reilly Lewis will be featured as organ soloist with NOW-New Orchestra of Washington on October 28 during its second concert of the orchestra's first season.Tue, 09 Oct 2012 16:08:05 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11987471-soprano-othalie-graham-to-sing-the-role-of-turandot-with-one-of-mexicos-leading-opera-companies.htmlCanadian-American soprano Othalie Graham to sing the role of Turandot in Mexico at the Gran Sala del Teatro de la Ciudad November 9 & 11 2012, crowning a season of international operatic debuts.Sun, 30 Sep 2012 13:24:54 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11975808-dr-wayne-douglas-scott-to-run-for-petersburg-school-board.htmlPetersburg city resident Dr. Wayne Douglas Scott announces his run for the Petersburg School Board. Scott brings a great wealth of experience as a teacher, administrator, university professor and mentor to the forefront in this enriching endeavor.Sat, 15 Sep 2012 19:19:27 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11974305-new-orchestra-of-washington-now-to-celebrate-its-inaugural-season-september-30.htmlNOW-The New Orchestra of Washington will celebrate its inaugural concert season with a festive opener on September 30. This concert will prove to be anything but the ordinary orchestra concert and will offer a variety of musical tastes to enjoy.Thu, 13 Sep 2012 17:42:07 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11971771-mccoy-to-write-regular-performing-arts-column-for-washington-life-magazine.htmlA regular arts contributor to Examiner.com, with past contributions to CBS Washington for Arts and Culture, as well as The Afro-American Newspaper, Patrick D. McCoy will write a regular performing arts column for Washington Life.Tue, 11 Sep 2012 12:04:23 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11962347-august-musicales-recital-by-soprano-lisa-edwards-burrs-to-air-on-blogtalk-radio-sept-37-pm-est.htmlThe August 8, 2012 recital presented by soprano Lisa Edwards-Burrs as a part of the August Musicales at Grace Covenant Presbyterian Church in Richmond, Virginia will air on BlogTalk Radio, Monday, September 3 at 7:00 p.m. EST.Wed, 29 Aug 2012 22:46:27 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11932307-kennedy-center-artistic-advisor-for-jazz-jason-moran-to-interview-on-blogtalk-radio-726-at-noon.htmlJason Moran will drop in on Patrick D. McCoy's BlogTalk Radio show to discuss his post as Artistic Advisor for Jazz at The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. Moran succeeded the late jazz great Billy Taylor.Tue, 24 Jul 2012 08:07:20 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11926988-the-first-lady-of-the-organ-diane-bish-to-chat-on-blogtalk-radio-wednesday-july-18-at-noon.htmlInternationally acclaimed concert organist Diane Bish drops in for an engaging chat with Patrick D. McCoy, The African American Voice in Classical Music on BlogTalk Radio. This year marks the 30th anniversary of her show, The Joy of Music.Tue, 17 Jul 2012 19:34:35 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11914631-patrick-mccoy-honored-for-his-tenure-as-minister-of-music-at-takoma-park-baptist-church.htmlSunday, July 1, 2012 was the last service of Patrick D. McCoy in the role of Minister of Music at Washington, D. C.'s Takoma Park Baptist Church. McCoy joined the staff in 2006 and has faithfully served the church in music ministry.Tue, 03 Jul 2012 06:04:22 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11910722-patrick-mccoy-to-be-honored-on-sunday-at-takoma-park-baptist-church.htmlThe Petersburg, Virginia native Patrick D. McCoy will play his final service as Minister of Music and Organist at Washington, D. C.'s Takoma Park Baptist Church, where he has served since October 2006.Wed, 27 Jun 2012 19:24:47 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11895013-and-with-maestro-norman-scribner-published-in-washington-life-magazine.htmlOn the occasion of the retirement of Maestro Norman Scribner as conductor of the Choral Arts Society of Washington, D.C. based journalist Patrick D. McCoy interviewed the respected conductor for the prestigous Washington Life Magazine.Thu, 07 Jun 2012 21:33:41 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11886192-soprano-martina-arroyo-to-be-interviewed-on-the-opera-diva-series-may-30-11-am-on-blogtalk-radio.htmlLegendary Metropolitan Opera spinto soprano, Martina Arroyo will be interviewed by Patrick D. McCoy, The African American Voice in Classical Music on BlogTalk Radio. Ms. Arroyo will chat about her foundation's initiative, Prelude to Performance.Tue, 29 May 2012 01:43:54 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11885199-soprano-othalie-graham-to-debut-as-soloist-with-two-major-american-orchestras.htmlCanadian American soprano Othalie Graham will make symphonic debuts as soloist with the Philadelphia Orchestra on June 27 in the Beethoven Ninth and the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra on October 11 in the Defiant Requiem, conceived by Murray Sidlin.Sat, 26 May 2012 20:20:13 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11871252-internationally-acclaimed-mezzo-soprano-michelle-deyoung-to-be-interviewed-on-the-opera-diva-series.htmlThe Mezzo-soprano drops in on Patrick D. McCoy, The African-American Voice in Classical Music to discuss her Washington Concert Opera performance of Saint-Saens "Samson et Dalila" this weekend.Thu, 10 May 2012 02:57:48 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11870082-ensemble-du-monde-to-present-classical-titans-in-nycs-merkin-concert-hall.htmlThe brilliant, young conductor Marlon Daniel will lead Ensemble du Monde in "Classical Titans" featuring the music of Haydn, Beethoven and Le Chevalier de Saint-Georges.Wed, 09 May 2012 00:36:46 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11854064-mccoy-to-bid-takoma-park-baptist-church-fond-farewell-july-1.htmlOn March 11, 2012, Patrick D. McCoy tendered his resignation as Minister of Music of Washington, D. C.'s Takoma Park Baptist Church. McCoy assumed the position in October 2006 and is credited for revitalizing the church's music ministry.Mon, 30 Apr 2012 10:22:30 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11832983-internet-radio-broadcast-to-honor-the-career-of-soprano-kathleen-battle-march-28-at-7-pm.htmlPatrick D. McCoy, The African American Voice in Classical Music on BlogTalk Radio will host a one hour show devoted to the artistry of internationally acclaimed soprano Kathleen Battle.Sat, 24 Mar 2012 19:18:18 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11795778-lecture-at-the-university-of-california-at-irvine-today-february-10-at-11-am.htmlPatrick D. McCoy will present his first lecture, "The Role of Social Media in the Development and Exposure of African American Performing Artists" as a guest of Dr. Darryl Taylor at the African American Art Song Alliance Conference.Fri, 10 Feb 2012 13:43:35 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11787502-patrick-mccoy-on-the-death-of-soprano-camilla-williams.htmlThe legendary soprano, Camilla Williams died at the age of 92. An alumna of Virginia State College (now university) Williams, even before contralto Marian Anderson was the first black woman to sing a major role with an American opera company.Wed, 01 Feb 2012 16:49:48 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11785755-patrick-mccoy-moved-by-recent-participation-in-david-griffiths-praise-and-worship-experience.htmlPeabody Conservatory graduate and Minister of Music at Historic Nineteenth Street Baptist Church David Griffiths presented his songbook of sacred songs entitled the "The Praise and Worship Experience with guest artists, orchestra, band and choir.Tue, 31 Jan 2012 04:27:19 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11762224-tenor-lawrence-brownlee-to-interview-on-blog-talk-radio-wednesday-jan-4-at-3-pm.htmlSuperstar tenor Lawrence Brownlee will appear on THE CELEBRITY SERIES with Patrick D. McCoy, The African American Voice in Classical Music with Patrick D. McCoy on Blog Talk Radio.Tue, 03 Jan 2012 07:30:03 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11758377-patrick-mccoy-arts-and-culture-contributor-for-cbs-washington.htmlMcCoy recently was selected among a handful of writers for Examiner.com to become a part of a new partnership with CBS Washington. He will write on a variety of topics within the realm of arts and culture for the local Washington, D. C. site.Tue, 27 Dec 2011 09:38:28 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11750422-the-african-american-voice-in-classical-music-on-blogtalk-radio-celebrates-first-anniversary.htmlPerhaps the preeminent show on BlogTalk Radio devoted to classical music and the performing arts, Patrick D. McCoy, celebrates his first year anniversary of interviews with some of the world's greatest classical musicians.Thu, 15 Dec 2011 11:41:39 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11747745-recent-christmas-concert-provides-platform-for-2012-project.htmlPatrick D. McCoy recently presented a Christmas concert at Covenant Presbyterian Church in his hometown of Petersburg, Virginia. The concert in part was presented to defray the cost of his engagement at the University of California at Irvine.Wed, 14 Dec 2011 16:04:48 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11737280-noted-musician-and-schlolar-dr-owen-burdick-to-be-interviewed-by-patrick-mccoy.htmlDuring the holiday season, Handel's Messiah will be performed all over the world. Noted music scholar J. Owen Burdick drops on BlogTalk Radio to discuss the upcoming performance at Church of Acension and Saint Agnes.Wed, 30 Nov 2011 14:16:06 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11733381-patrick-mccoy-returns-to-hometown-to-present-recital-of-christmas-music-at-covenant-presbyterian.htmlChristmas at Covenant: 1995 Petersburg High School graduate and music alumnus of Virginia State University, Patrick D. McCoy will present a recital of Christmas Music on Sunday, December 11, 4:00 p.m. at Covenant Presbyterian ChurchFri, 25 Nov 2011 08:57:34 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11729161-principal-timpanist-jauvon-gilliam-of-the-national-symphony-orchestra-to-be-interviewed-mon-nov-21.htmlAt age 29, Jauvon Gilliam became the Principal Timpanist of the National Symphony Orchestra. Gilliam will drop on "The Artists Spotlight" Series in BlogTalk Radio with Patrick D. McCoy, The African American Voice in Classical Music.Mon, 21 Nov 2011 04:49:32 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11718779-soprano-sarah-coburn-to-interview-on-the-opera-diva-series-nov-9-at-3-pm.htmlThe American soprano Sarah Coburn will drop in on Patrick D. McCoy, The African-American Voice in Classical Music to discuss her upcoming performances with Washington National Opera the title role of Donizetti's Lucia di Lammermoor.Tue, 08 Nov 2011 19:38:11 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11688988-music-director-celebrates-fifth-year-anniversary-of-service-at-washington-church.htmlThe Petersburg, Virginia native Patrick D. McCoy was honored by Takoma Park Baptist Church of Washington, D. C. on the occasion of his fifth year anniversary as Minister of Music.Tue, 11 Oct 2011 20:00:54 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11680276-media-alert-soprano-brandie-sutton-to-debut-in-merkin-concert-hall.htmlA clarion call for New York City press, particularly those well versed in classical music to cover and or review the Manhattan debut recital of soprano Brandie Sutton.Sat, 01 Oct 2011 01:33:24 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11671018-patrick-mccoy-presents-caapa-award-to-legendary-musician-richard-smallwood.htmlThe Coalition for African Americans in the Performing Arts presented its 7th Annual "Melody of Art" Pre Congressional Black Caucus reception hosted by Dale and Terri Allen. The honoree was Richard Smallwood for his accomplishments in the arts.Fri, 23 Sep 2011 15:00:01 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11639250-patrick-mccoy-conducts-choral-group-in-star-studded-alpha-mlk-gala-at-constitution-hall.htmlAlpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. General President "Skip" Mason selected Patrick D. McCoy to conduct a select choral ensemble at Constitution Hall in the star-studded gala, MLK: A Monumental Life in tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.Tue, 30 Aug 2011 13:41:52 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11626561-soprano-elizabeth-futral-featured-on-the-opera-diva-series-on-blogtalk-radio-with-patrick-mccoy.htmlThe acclaimed coloratura soprano and favorite particularly among Washington, D. C. audiences Elizabeth Futral drops in on Patrick D. McCoy, The African American Voice in Classical Music, Friday, August 19, 2011 at 8 p.m. EDT on BlogTalk Radio.Wed, 17 Aug 2011 03:37:17 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11624833-patrick-mccoy-to-be-featured-in-panel-discussion-on-wqxr-1059-nycs-classical-music-station.htmlMcCoy will be interviewed by host Naomi Levin on NYC's Classical Music Station WQXR 105.9 FM in a segment discussing concert attire for classical musicians. He will join respected Washington Post Classical Music critic Anne Midgette and others.Mon, 15 Aug 2011 23:31:44 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11616905-acclaimed-tenor-kenneth-tarver-to-speak-about-career-and-singing-at-the-royal-wedding-in-monaco.htmlMillions around the world heard the soaring tenor voice of Kenneth Tarver just a few weeks ago, singing as tenor soloist in the Mozart Coronation Mass and other music at the Royal Wedding of the Prince and Princess of Monaco.Mon, 08 Aug 2011 17:04:01 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11612833-aaron-dworkin-interviewed-by-patrick-mccoy-about-his-appointment-to-the-national-council-on-arts.htmlAaron Dworkin, President and Founder of the Detroit-based Sphinx Organization drops in on Patrick D. McCoy, The African American Voice in Classical Music to discuss his recent appointment to National Council of Arts.Thu, 04 Aug 2011 13:56:23 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11612162-2010-grand-prize-winner-of-caball-baritone-sidney-outlaw-featured-on-too-sing-america-series.htmlBaritone Sidney Outlaw, Grand Prize Winner of the 2010 Concurso Internacional de Canto Montserrat Caballé joins Patrick D. McCoy, The African American Voice in Classical Music, Friday, August 5, 2011 at 12 Noon EST from Germany on BlogTalk Radio.Thu, 04 Aug 2011 03:36:22 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11608998-opera-north-inc-of-philadelphia-names-based-critic-patrick-mccoy-to-its-board-of-directors.htmlAfter a unanimous vote, Washington. D. C. based performing arts critic Patrick D. McCoy, The African American Voice in Classical Music was named to the Board of Directors of one of the nation's premiere boutique opera companies.Tue, 02 Aug 2011 02:27:01 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11607034-author-elaine-mack-to-discuss-her-book-black-classical-musicians-in-philadelphia-on-blogtalk-radio.htmlAfter a highly heralded presentation of her new book, 'Black Classical Musicians in Philadelphia" at the national convention of the National Association of Negro Musicians, Inc,-Elaine Mack discusses the work with Patrick D. McCoy on BlogTalk Radio.Sun, 31 Jul 2011 09:45:24 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11568612-celebrated-bass-baritone-mark-doss-to-inaugurate-the-too-sing-america-series.htmlPatrick D. McCoy, The African American Voice in Classical Music launches the "I Too, Sing America Series" A groundbreaking series celebrating the African American Male Presence in the international firmament of classical music and opera.Sat, 02 Jul 2011 07:19:09 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11567247-the-arrival-of-july-marked-by-two-great-interviews-mark-doss-and-dr-andr-thomas.htmlPatrick D. McCoy on BlogTalk Radio opens the month of July with a bang! Celebrated Bass Baritone Mark Steven Doss will inaugurate the I TOO, SING AMERICA SERIES-July 5 and renowned conductor Dr. André J. Thomas drops in on THE MAESTRO SERIES-July 6.Fri, 01 Jul 2011 07:39:44 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11564372-soprano-angela-brown-to-be-interviewed-by-patrick-mccoy-june-30-at-12-noon-est.htmlInternationally acclaimed soprano Angela M. Brown will drop in on The African American Voice in Classical Music, Patrick D. McCoy for a fun discussion about her operatic career, interests and her recent wedding in Paris!Wed, 29 Jun 2011 14:35:06 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11551308-legendary-metropolitan-opera-soprano-leona-mitchell-to-discuss-nyc-concert-with-patrick-mccoy.htmlThe acclaimed soprano Leona Mitchell will drop in on Patrick D. McCoy, The African American Voice in Classical Music as the second installment of THE TRAILBLAZER SERIES on BlogTalkRadio 6/22 at 4 PM, EST.Tue, 21 Jun 2011 08:35:41 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11502865-patrick-mccoy-to-interview-legendary-gospel-music-virtuoso-richard-smallwood-on-may-24.htmlThe Legendary Richard Smallwood drops in on Patrick D, McCoy, The African American Voice in Classical Music. McCoy will speak with Smallwood about his unique flair for infusing his uplifting gospel with the melodies of classical music.Sat, 21 May 2011 07:13:02 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11497630-fisk-university-organist-anthony-williams-interviewed-about-washington-national-cathedral-recital.htmlDr. Anthony Williams, of Nashville, TN drops in on THE KING OF INSTRUMENTS with Patrick D. McCoy , The African American Voice in Classical Music to discuss his May 22nd organ recital at the Washington National Cathedral on Fri, May 20 at 12 Noon ESTWed, 18 May 2011 13:52:24 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11495349-conductor-of-the-national-philharmonic-chorale-stan-engebretson-to-inaugurate-the-maestro-series.htmlDr. Stanley Engebretson, conductor of the National Philharmonic Chorale drops in on Patrick D. McCoy, The African American Voice in Classical Music about the upcoming performance of the Verdi Requiem at the Music Center at Strathmore in Bethesda, MD.Tue, 17 May 2011 14:04:22 GMT