Hero of the Week

Howard Dyck needs no introduction to lovers of choral music. As the host of CBC radio's Choral Concert, he is the voice we hear every Sunday morning, introducing us to new and classic pieces with intelligence, wit and not an ounce of condescension despite his broad knowledge. He also occupies much of our Saturdays as the Canadian host of Saturday Afternoon at the Opera. For background information about Mr. Dyck and his musical occupations, go to http://www.cbc.ca/choralconcert/. He is responsible for a great deal of very fine programming and for participation by and the increased exposure of Canadians on the international choral scene. Now, if only the CBC would either move the show to a non-church-service time slot, or repeat its broadcast in the evening....