New York Festival of Song (NYFOS)

08/05/2026

CALL FOR APPLICATIONS | NYFOS Rising Stars at Caramoor

Are you an exceptional emerging mezzo-soprano, tenor, or baritone? This is your chance.

NYFOS and Caramoor are now accepting applications for the 2027 Schwab Vocal Rising Stars Program, taking place in March 2027.

This acclaimed program brings together some of today’s most promising young artists for an immersive week of coaching, mentorship, and performance in one of the country’s most inspiring musical settings.

We’re seeking:
• Mezzo-soprano
• Tenor
• Baritone

📅 Application Deadline: September 15, 2026
🔗 Application details: LINK IN BIO

Take the next step in your artistic journey—we can’t wait to hear you.

07/30/2026

🎶 The wait is over!! Subscriptions for the 2026–27 New York Festival of Song Mainstage Series are on sale now through Merkin Hall!

Join Steven Blier and an extraordinary roster of artists for four unforgettable evenings where music, poetry, history, and storytelling collide. This season journeys from the timeless beauty of Beethoven and Fauré to the Harlem Renaissance, explores irresistible guilty pleasures, and celebrates the songs behind some of history’s most unforgettable names. Every concert includes a complimentary post-performance reception with the artists.

Secure your seats today and experience a season where, as always, *m”no song is safe from us.”

🎟️ Subscribe now at LINK ON BIO



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07/24/2026

If you missed it, here is the making of My Brother's Keeper! Such an incredible cast and powerful message of brotherhood through song!

Go behind the scenes of the making of "My Brother’s Keeper", the po...

07/19/2026

🚨 CONCERT ALERT 🚨

🎶 This summer, acclaimed baritone Theo Hoffman returns to Poquatuck Hall in Orient, NY, for an unforgettable evening of music.

Celebrate the 14th anniversary of Theo’s artistic partnership with pianist Steven Blier—one of his earliest mentors and now a treasured collaborator—with a program featuring music by Gershwin, Guastavino, Bernstein, The Beatles, and Sondheim.

Theo’s recent NYFOS Records album, Schubert/Beatles, earned a GRAMMY® nomination, and his opera and concert performances continue to receive critical acclaim around the world.

Join us for an evening of extraordinary artistry and timeless music.

🎫 Tickets are available now—link in bio.

07/07/2026

✨ The wait is over…announcing our 2026–2027 Season is here!

A season of unforgettable voices, timeless songs, bold new works, and stories that inspire.

From the glamour of *Hooray for Hollywood!* to the spirit of *Harlem Renaissance*, the joy of *Guilty Pleasures*, and the hope of *United We Stand*, every concert offers a new musical journey.

🎶 Plus: world premieres, holiday favorites, rising stars, and the return of NYFOS Next.

We can’t wait to share this incredible season with you.

🎟️ Tickets and full season details at the link in our bio.

06/22/2026

The reviews keep coming for My Brother’s Keeper 🖤

“San Francisco Classical Voice” praised the album as:

✨ “a rich and rewarding listening experience”

and celebrated its central message of

✨ “mutual love and support among Black men.”

This powerful recording brings together an extraordinary group of artists to explore friendship, mentorship, brotherhood, and community through a compelling collection of art songs, spirituals, and newly imagined repertoire.

We’re grateful to “San Francisco Classical Voice” for this thoughtful review and to everyone who has supported this project.

🎵 Listen to *My Brother’s Keeper* today and experience the music, artistry, and message that continue to resonate with audiences.

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06/17/2026

The reviews are in. ✨

We’re honored by this thoughtful praise from Textura for My Brother’s Keeper:

“…the fifty-five-minute release offers a tremendous account of the vocal artistry of these singers and is a terrific addition to the NYFOS Records discography.”

“Certainly the material in this thoughtfully curated presentation honours all involved for its timely celebration of unity and brotherhood.”

Created by six extraordinary Black male vocalists and brought to life through the vision of NYFOS, My Brother’s Keeper celebrates community, friendship, artistry, and the enduring power of song.

Thank you to Textura for recognizing the spirit of this project and the remarkable artists who made it possible.

🎧 Listen now via the link in bio.

06/11/2026

✨ The reviews are in for “My Brother’s Keeper” and we’re honored by the response.

AnEarful praised the album’s “dazzling array of vocal talent,” highlighting the powerful performances of music by Margaret Bonds, William Grant Still, Lead Belly, Schubert, Richard Rodgers, and more.

Among the standout moments:
🎶 *”The opening hymn of Come Unto Me... is a fantastic introduction to what’s to come.”*
🎶 *”Liverman’s turn on Some Enchanted Evening may have caused some to swoon in the audience.”*
🎶 And the ensemble’s performance of *He Ain’t Heavy, He’s My Brother* “crystallize[s] all the pain, beauty, and love that served as the impetus for the show over seven glorious minutes.”

We’re deeply grateful for this thoughtful review and for everyone who has joined us on this musical journey of brotherhood, resilience, and hope.

06/08/2026

🎶 **MUSIC MONDAY** 🎶

From the NYFOS Archives, we’re revisiting a captivating performance from Amor, featuring pianist and Artistic Director Steven Blier and the elegant Lucia Bradford in this heartfelt rendition.

“Walk my way, and a thousand violins begin to play...”💫

Bradford’s warmth and sophistication, paired with Blier’s exquisite artistry at the piano, bring fresh intimacy and charm to this timeless classic.

A beautiful reminder that great songs never lose their magic. ❤️🎵