Sonya Knussen is a unique and energetic force in the world of music education. Noted for her musical grace by the New York Times and her confidence by the Washington Post, Sonya is equally at home on the stage and in the classroom. She cultivates imaginative and skillful young vocalists, composers, and instrumentalists. She holds degrees from Boston University, Trinity College of Music (London), Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama, and the Peabody Conservatory.
Sonya Knussen is a unique and energetic force in the world of music education. Noted for her musical grace by the New York Times and her confidence by the Washington Post, Sonya is equally at home on the stage and in the classroom. She cultivates imaginative and skillful young vocalists, composers, and instrumentalists. She holds degrees from Boston University, Trinity College of Music (London), Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama, and the Peabody Conservatory.
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Take Voice, Composition, Music Theory or General Musicianship Lessons with Sonya!
I'm happy to be offering music lessons online and currently have spaces in my studio. Check out the Music Educator page to find out more.
SNAPE in November
I'm very happy to be joining the tutors and directors again this year to support people and coach on the Britten Pears Young Artists Contemporary Composition and Performance Course 2022. This year is the 30th anniversary of the course, founded by my father, Oliver Knussen, and Colin Matthews.
Go Compose North America is thriving!
Go Compose North America is continuing with the Go Compose North America Academy 2022-23 where three of our young composers are returning for weekend workshops at various times throughout the year. Additionally, Go Compose North America in the classroom was a success at Calvert School for a second time! If you'd like to know more about the program please do not hesitate to contact Sonya.
The Celtic Cross: Songs of Ireland and Scotland
March 17, 2023
7:30 pm
Emmanuel Episcopal Church, Baltimore
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with a program of choral music rooted in the Celtic traditions of Scotland and Ireland performed by The Emmanuel Choir.
Vespers at Baltimore Basilica
March 19, 2023
5:00 pm - 5:30 pm
The Baltimore Basilica, Cathedral Street, Baltimore, MD
Maundy Thursday Service at Emmanuel
April 6, 2023
7:00 pm
Emmanuel Episcopal Church, Cathedral Street, Baltimore, MD
Good Friday Service at Emmanuel
April 7, 2023
7:00 pm
Emmanuel Episcopal Church, Cathedral Street, Baltimore, MD
Easter Vigil at Emmanuel
April 8, 2023
8:00 pm
Emmanuel Episcopal Church, Cathedral Street, Baltimore, MD
Easter Sunday Service at Emmanuel
April 9, 2023
10:30 am
Emmanuel Episcopal Church, Cathedral Street, Baltimore, MD
Vespers at Baltimore Basilica
April 16, 2023
5:00 pm - 5:30 pm
The Baltimore Basilica, Cathedral Street, Baltimore, MD
HANDEL: Messiah
May 12, 2023
7:30 pm
Emmanuel Episcopal Church, Cathedral Street, Baltimore, MD
- The Emmanuel Choir
- Christian Lane, director
Vespers and Concert at Baltimore Basilica
May 21, 2023
5:00 pm
The Baltimore Basilica, Cathedral Street, Baltimore, MD
Considering Matthew Shepard
June 4, 2023
4:00 pm
Emmanuel Episcopal Church, Cathedral Street, Baltimore, MD
The Emmanuel Choir kicks off Baltimore PRIDE month with an encore performance of Considering Matthew Shepard.