OUR MISSION - THE VOCAL ARTS

TrypTych. Canada's Passionate Advocate of the Vocal Arts, one of Toronto's newest and most exciting producers of vocal theatre was formed by Edward Franko, William Shookhoff and Lenard Whiting in 1999. All are well-known performers, producers and directors (stage and music) who bring a wealth of experience to concert and operatic production.

TrypTych's mission is to present concerts,music festivals, theatre and opera featuring the best of Canadian vocal talent, to provide educational and developmental opportunities for young and upcoming singers, non-professional and professional and to increase the community's understanding and appreciation of the vocal arts. TrypTych repertoire ranges from Gregorian Chant to the new music of the 21st century.

TrypTych believes that singing is more than just opera, oratorio, musical theatre etc. It believes that "cultivated' singing incorporates all those art forms and more. TrypTych believes that all these forms are inter-related and for a singer to survive in the profession today exposure to all these vocal art forms is not only desired but a necessity. That is why we at TrypTych provide opportunities in opera, oratorio, choral singing, concert work, jazz and popular song, lieder, and Festival Chamber Music performance.

The artistic directors bring a vast amount of experience in all these areas of the vocal arts and believe in sharing their love of singing. TrypTych is the Vocal Arts.

PASSIONATE
IN WHAT WE BELIEVE

Now having completed their eighth successful season, TrypTych embarks on its continuing journey in the world of the vocal arts. The media has described them as "energetic, vigourous, and dedicated" and as "vocal theatre specialists"

Participants in their dynamic workshops have exclaimed that "TrypTych has their pulse on the music scene ", "TrypTych are not only passionate about what they do, but also passionate about sharing their knowledge and experience.", "In only two weeks, the "TrypTych Trio" taught me more about music-making than I had learned over the past year" and the list goes on.

A WEALTH OF EXPERIENCE

TrypTych believes deeply in every project they undertake. Their wealth of experience in a wide variety of genres brings a uniqueness to their interpretations, vitalizes every one of their productions and inspires their artists. TrypTych attracts great artists and teachers to enhance the workshop experience for the participants. The list includes Metropolitan Opera Stars Allan Monk and John Fanning; acclaimed opera directors Tom Diamond and Brian Deedrick; Broadway Star Jeff Hyslop and well known director, writer and journalist Richard Ouzounian; accomplished music director Wayne Strongman and the vocal coach extraordinaire, Stuart Hamilton. As well, TrypTych provides a home for the well-established artist as well as young artists at the beginning of their careers to perform a wide variety of music.

THE FUTURE IS NOW

TrypTych has exciting plans for the future. Along with continuing its series of eclectic concerts and opera productions; its workshop program; and its cabaret performances, TrypTych is developing plans to expand its reach and provide more chances for the abundance of artists in search of performance opportunities.

The first of this endeavours has been the creation of Ensemble TrypTych, TrypTych's very own choral ensemble. Most recently, TrypTych produced the very successful second Toronto International Chamber Music Festival and the critically acclaimed Canadian premiere of Frid's The Diary of Anne Frank which made a successful appeareance in Prague, Czech Republic at the Three Rings Festival.

WHERE DID THE NAME COME FROM?

Well first of all there were thre founders. Puccini wrote 3 one-act operas as a set entitled “Il Trittico” (The TrypTych) and a TRIPTYCH (the proper spelling) is defined as art consisting of a painting or carving (especially an altarpiece) on three panels (usually hinged together).Add it all up and you get TRYPTYCH.