Pacific Symphony presents SYMPHONY IN THE CITIES
by BWW News Desk - July 06, 2017
Kick back, relax, crack open a picnic basket and enjoy a warm summer evening with family and friends, as Pacific Symphony sends a swirl of glorious symphonic music into the air for “Symphony in the Cities” (SITC)! Each summer, the Symphony, led by Music Director Carl St.Clair, takes the opportunity to express its gratitude to all of its neighbors by travelling throughout Orange County to deliver a little fun and inspirational music to old friends and new.
by BWW News Desk - July 06, 2017
Kick back, relax, crack open a picnic basket and enjoy a warm summer evening with family and friends, as Pacific Symphony sends a swirl of glorious symphonic music into the air for “Symphony in the Cities” (SITC)! Each summer, the Symphony, led by Music Director Carl St.Clair, takes the opportunity to express its gratitude to all of its neighbors by travelling throughout Orange County to deliver a little fun and inspirational music to old friends and new.
Sarasota Orchestra Receives $10,000 Grant from National Endowment for the Arts
by BWW News Desk - July 06, 2017
The Sarasota Orchestra received a $10,000 grant from National Endowment for the Arts. The grant offers funding to area arts organizations in support of their artistic mission. The grant funds supported the 53rd Sarasota Music Festival (SMF or Festival). This three-week residency program brings together 60 exceptional young musicians and 40 renowned faculty artists for a series of coaching sessions, lectures, rehearsals and performances in Sarasota.
by BWW News Desk - July 06, 2017
The Sarasota Orchestra received a $10,000 grant from National Endowment for the Arts. The grant offers funding to area arts organizations in support of their artistic mission. The grant funds supported the 53rd Sarasota Music Festival (SMF or Festival). This three-week residency program brings together 60 exceptional young musicians and 40 renowned faculty artists for a series of coaching sessions, lectures, rehearsals and performances in Sarasota.
WQXR Young Artists Showcase Features Brevard Music Center
by BWW News Desk - July 06, 2017
At 9:00 PM tonight, Wednesday, July 5, Brevard Music Center (BMC) begins a new collaboration with New York City's WQXR and its longstanding and distinguished Young Artists Showcase—a WQXR weekly radio show that since 1978 has sought out and displayed the talents of young emerging artists. WQXR is New York City's only classical music radio station, broadcasting live on 105.9 FM. Part Two of BMC's appearance on Young Artists Showcase, hosted by veteran Robert Sherman, will occur next Wednesday, July 12 at 9 PM.
by BWW News Desk - July 06, 2017
At 9:00 PM tonight, Wednesday, July 5, Brevard Music Center (BMC) begins a new collaboration with New York City's WQXR and its longstanding and distinguished Young Artists Showcase—a WQXR weekly radio show that since 1978 has sought out and displayed the talents of young emerging artists. WQXR is New York City's only classical music radio station, broadcasting live on 105.9 FM. Part Two of BMC's appearance on Young Artists Showcase, hosted by veteran Robert Sherman, will occur next Wednesday, July 12 at 9 PM.
Updates to the New York Philharmonic's 2017–18 Season
by BWW News Desk - July 05, 2017
The New York Philharmonic has announced updates to its 2017-18 season.
by BWW News Desk - July 05, 2017
The New York Philharmonic has announced updates to its 2017-18 season.
Programme Announced For Ocean Grove's 63rd Annual Choir Festival
by BWW News Desk - July 04, 2017
One of Ocean Grove's most steadfast and beloved traditions, the Annual Choir Festival, now in its 63rd season, returns on Sunday July 9 at 7:00 p.m. in The Great Auditorium. This year's theme is “In The Footsteps of Our Savior.”
by BWW News Desk - July 04, 2017
One of Ocean Grove's most steadfast and beloved traditions, the Annual Choir Festival, now in its 63rd season, returns on Sunday July 9 at 7:00 p.m. in The Great Auditorium. This year's theme is “In The Footsteps of Our Savior.”
Odin Rathnam Presents Bach Project with Hershey Symphony
by BWW News Desk - July 02, 2017
Violinist Odin Rathnam, in cooperation with the Hershey Symphony, presents 'The Bach Project.' This series of three concerts (Summer 2017, Fall 2017, Spring 2018) offers the complete unaccompanied Sonatas and Partitas of Johann Sebastian Bach, supplemented by works By Ysaye, Kreisler, Piazzolla and Paganini.
by BWW News Desk - July 02, 2017
Violinist Odin Rathnam, in cooperation with the Hershey Symphony, presents 'The Bach Project.' This series of three concerts (Summer 2017, Fall 2017, Spring 2018) offers the complete unaccompanied Sonatas and Partitas of Johann Sebastian Bach, supplemented by works By Ysaye, Kreisler, Piazzolla and Paganini.
San Francisco Symphony Release Recording of Berg's Three Pieces for Orchestra
by BWW News Desk - June 30, 2017
Music Director Michael Tilson Thomas (MTT) and the San Francisco Symphony (SFS) today released SFS Media's first-ever digital-only album, Berg: Three Pieces for Orchestra.
by BWW News Desk - June 30, 2017
Music Director Michael Tilson Thomas (MTT) and the San Francisco Symphony (SFS) today released SFS Media's first-ever digital-only album, Berg: Three Pieces for Orchestra.
Celebrate July 4 with PATROTIC POPS at Riverbend
by BWW News Desk - June 29, 2017
???????The Cincinnati Pops Orchestra and Conductor John Morris Russell return to Riverbend Music Center on Tuesday, July 4 at 8 p.m. for the annual Fourth of July spectacular, Patriotic Pops. Joining the Orchestra this year are acclaimed vocalist Ellis Hall and triple-threat fiddle ensemble the Quebe Sisters. The concert will combine traditional patriotic classics like “America the Beautiful” and “Battle Hymn of the Republic,” alongside a survey of American popular music through the decades from “Georgia on My Mind” to “All of Me.”
by BWW News Desk - June 29, 2017
???????The Cincinnati Pops Orchestra and Conductor John Morris Russell return to Riverbend Music Center on Tuesday, July 4 at 8 p.m. for the annual Fourth of July spectacular, Patriotic Pops. Joining the Orchestra this year are acclaimed vocalist Ellis Hall and triple-threat fiddle ensemble the Quebe Sisters. The concert will combine traditional patriotic classics like “America the Beautiful” and “Battle Hymn of the Republic,” alongside a survey of American popular music through the decades from “Georgia on My Mind” to “All of Me.”
Kirshbaum Associates Announce 2017-2018 Season Concert Highlights
by BWW News Desk - June 29, 2017
92Y's 17-18 season opens on October 5 with internationally renowned cellist Mischa Maisky joining the “amazing precision” (Huffington Post) of the notably conductorless Orpheus Chamber Orchestra, which returns to 92Y for the first time in 15 years, to celebrate the cellist's 70th birthday season. Together, they open 92Y's illustrious concert season with Schubert's beloved “Arpeggione” Sonata, arranged for cello and string orchestra by Dobrinka Tabakova, as well as Arensky's Variations on a Theme by Tchaikovsky, and Tchaikovsky's Serenade for Strings. Acclaimed for the sheer intensity and vigor of his performances, Maisky has the distinct honor of being the only cellist in the world to have studied under both Gregor Piatigorsky and Mlatislav Rostrapovich. The Orpheus Chamber Orchestra is renowned as one of the foremost chamber orchestras in the world, with more than 70 albums in its sprawling discography since its founding in 1972.
by BWW News Desk - June 29, 2017
92Y's 17-18 season opens on October 5 with internationally renowned cellist Mischa Maisky joining the “amazing precision” (Huffington Post) of the notably conductorless Orpheus Chamber Orchestra, which returns to 92Y for the first time in 15 years, to celebrate the cellist's 70th birthday season. Together, they open 92Y's illustrious concert season with Schubert's beloved “Arpeggione” Sonata, arranged for cello and string orchestra by Dobrinka Tabakova, as well as Arensky's Variations on a Theme by Tchaikovsky, and Tchaikovsky's Serenade for Strings. Acclaimed for the sheer intensity and vigor of his performances, Maisky has the distinct honor of being the only cellist in the world to have studied under both Gregor Piatigorsky and Mlatislav Rostrapovich. The Orpheus Chamber Orchestra is renowned as one of the foremost chamber orchestras in the world, with more than 70 albums in its sprawling discography since its founding in 1972.
Jen Shyu's New Solo Ritual Music Drama NINE DOORS Set for National Sawdust
by BWW News Desk - June 29, 2017
World Music Institute concludes its 2016-17 Counterpoint series with Jen Shyu. Co-presented with National Sawdust.
by BWW News Desk - June 29, 2017
World Music Institute concludes its 2016-17 Counterpoint series with Jen Shyu. Co-presented with National Sawdust.
The Australian Haydn Ensemble to Bring Classical Paris to Sydney
by BWW News Desk - June 29, 2017
One of the Worlds most experienced interpreters of Mozart on the Fortepiano, Melvyn Tan, will join the Australian Haydn Ensemble to dazzle audiences this June/July for a program inspired by the beauty and romance of Classical Paris.
by BWW News Desk - June 29, 2017
One of the Worlds most experienced interpreters of Mozart on the Fortepiano, Melvyn Tan, will join the Australian Haydn Ensemble to dazzle audiences this June/July for a program inspired by the beauty and romance of Classical Paris.
Minnesota Orchestra Names Two Musicians to Serve as 'Rosemary and David Good Fellows'
by BWW News Desk - June 28, 2017
Myles Blakemore, a trombone player from Dallas, Texas, and Jason Tanksley, a tuba player from Eastpointe, Michigan, have won positions as the Minnesota Orchestra's first-ever Rosemary and David Good Fellows. The newly created fellowship is designed to encourage greater diversity in the orchestral field by supporting the career development of outstanding young musicians of African-American, Latino-American and Native-American descent as they embark on professional orchestral careers. Blakemore and Tanksley will begin their two-year fellowships—which will run concurrently—in September 2017.
by BWW News Desk - June 28, 2017
Myles Blakemore, a trombone player from Dallas, Texas, and Jason Tanksley, a tuba player from Eastpointe, Michigan, have won positions as the Minnesota Orchestra's first-ever Rosemary and David Good Fellows. The newly created fellowship is designed to encourage greater diversity in the orchestral field by supporting the career development of outstanding young musicians of African-American, Latino-American and Native-American descent as they embark on professional orchestral careers. Blakemore and Tanksley will begin their two-year fellowships—which will run concurrently—in September 2017.
VANCOUVER BACH FESTIVAL Returns and Grows with Dazzling Lineup of World-Class Artists
by BWW News Desk - June 28, 2017
Early Music Vancouver (EMV) proudly presents the return of the Vancouver Bach Festival, August 1 - 11, 2017 at the Christ Church Cathedral in the heart of downtown, and at the Chan Centre for the Performing Arts. Following the success of last summer's inaugural festival, EMV offers a remarkable 14 concerts, ranging from intimate chamber music programmes to a full Passion Oratorio, and features over 60 performers including guest artists from all over the world.
by BWW News Desk - June 28, 2017
Early Music Vancouver (EMV) proudly presents the return of the Vancouver Bach Festival, August 1 - 11, 2017 at the Christ Church Cathedral in the heart of downtown, and at the Chan Centre for the Performing Arts. Following the success of last summer's inaugural festival, EMV offers a remarkable 14 concerts, ranging from intimate chamber music programmes to a full Passion Oratorio, and features over 60 performers including guest artists from all over the world.
Alan Alda-Narrated BRAHMS AND THE SCHUMANNS Adds Performance at BCMF
by BWW News Desk - June 28, 2017
A second performance of 'Brahms and the Schumanns,' narrated by Alan Alda, has been added to the schedule of the 2017 Bridgehampton Chamber Music Festival. This program, which opens the festival, will now be performed on July 30 and 31.
by BWW News Desk - June 28, 2017
A second performance of 'Brahms and the Schumanns,' narrated by Alan Alda, has been added to the schedule of the 2017 Bridgehampton Chamber Music Festival. This program, which opens the festival, will now be performed on July 30 and 31.
EMV's Second Annual VANCOUVER BACH FESTIVAL Returns to the Heart of the City
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2017
Early Music Vancouver (EMV) proudly presents the return of the Vancouver Bach Festival, August 1 - 11, 2017 at the Christ Church Cathedral in the heart of downtown, and at the Chan Centre for the Performing Arts. Following the success of last summer's inaugural festival, EMV offers a remarkable 14 concerts, ranging from intimate chamber music programmes to a full Passion Oratorio, and features over 60 performers including guest artists from all over the world.
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2017
Early Music Vancouver (EMV) proudly presents the return of the Vancouver Bach Festival, August 1 - 11, 2017 at the Christ Church Cathedral in the heart of downtown, and at the Chan Centre for the Performing Arts. Following the success of last summer's inaugural festival, EMV offers a remarkable 14 concerts, ranging from intimate chamber music programmes to a full Passion Oratorio, and features over 60 performers including guest artists from all over the world.
VIDEO GAMES LIVE Returns to Houston Symphony
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2017
???????The highly successful Video Games Live multimedia concert experience will return to the Houston Symphony for the fifth time at 7:30 p.m. Friday, July 14, at Jones Hall. A brand-new show from years past, the entertaining spectacle will be led by guest conductor Emmanuel Fratianni.
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2017
???????The highly successful Video Games Live multimedia concert experience will return to the Houston Symphony for the fifth time at 7:30 p.m. Friday, July 14, at Jones Hall. A brand-new show from years past, the entertaining spectacle will be led by guest conductor Emmanuel Fratianni.
Jon Washburn Announces Transition at the Vancouver Chamber Choir
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2017
After 46 years, the Vancouver Chamber Choir's founder and long-time conductor Jon Washburn is announcing his intent to step down as Artistic and Executive Director to become the professional choral ensemble's Conductor Emeritus. He will continue to lead the Choir through its 47th and 48th concert seasons (2017/18 and 2018/19) while the organization searches for his successor. Once that new person is designated he will assume his new role as Conductor Emeritus and principal guest conductor.
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2017
After 46 years, the Vancouver Chamber Choir's founder and long-time conductor Jon Washburn is announcing his intent to step down as Artistic and Executive Director to become the professional choral ensemble's Conductor Emeritus. He will continue to lead the Choir through its 47th and 48th concert seasons (2017/18 and 2018/19) while the organization searches for his successor. Once that new person is designated he will assume his new role as Conductor Emeritus and principal guest conductor.
NEA Awards Orpheus Chamber Orchestra $40,000 Art Works Grant
by BWW News Desk - June 21, 2017
National Endowment for the Arts Chairman Jane Chu has approved more than $82 million to fund local arts projects across the country in the NEA's second major funding announcement for fiscal year 2017. Included in this announcement is an Art Works award of $40,000 to Orpheus Chamber Orchestra to launch a 2018 nationwide tour, further their education and community initiatives, and introduce the new Orpheus Music Academy training program. The NEA received 1,728 Art Works applications and will make 1,029 grants ranging from $10,000 to $100,000.
by BWW News Desk - June 21, 2017
National Endowment for the Arts Chairman Jane Chu has approved more than $82 million to fund local arts projects across the country in the NEA's second major funding announcement for fiscal year 2017. Included in this announcement is an Art Works award of $40,000 to Orpheus Chamber Orchestra to launch a 2018 nationwide tour, further their education and community initiatives, and introduce the new Orpheus Music Academy training program. The NEA received 1,728 Art Works applications and will make 1,029 grants ranging from $10,000 to $100,000.
Lydian String Quartet Performs Festival Debut at Cape Cod Chamber Music Festival
by BWW News Desk - June 21, 2017
Cape Cod Chamber Music Festival (CCCMF), celebrating its 38th season as Cape Cod's premiere presenter of summer chamber music presents The Virtuosic Quartet performed by Lydian String Quartet on Wednesday, August 2, 7:30 pm at The Church of the Holy Spirit, 204 Monument Road, Orleans.
by BWW News Desk - June 21, 2017
Cape Cod Chamber Music Festival (CCCMF), celebrating its 38th season as Cape Cod's premiere presenter of summer chamber music presents The Virtuosic Quartet performed by Lydian String Quartet on Wednesday, August 2, 7:30 pm at The Church of the Holy Spirit, 204 Monument Road, Orleans.
Piano Trio Inspires Cape Cod Chamber Music Festival's Season Opener
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2017
Cape Cod Chamber Music Festival (CCCMF) opens its 38th season as Cape Cod's premiere presenter of summer chamber music with a program showcasing the excitement of piano trios across three centuries. Brahms in the Café offers one performance featuring celebrated works performed by Mile-End Trio on Tuesday, August 1, 7:30 pm at Cotuit Center for the Arts, 4404 Falmouth Road, Cotuit.
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2017
Cape Cod Chamber Music Festival (CCCMF) opens its 38th season as Cape Cod's premiere presenter of summer chamber music with a program showcasing the excitement of piano trios across three centuries. Brahms in the Café offers one performance featuring celebrated works performed by Mile-End Trio on Tuesday, August 1, 7:30 pm at Cotuit Center for the Arts, 4404 Falmouth Road, Cotuit.
Richmond County Orchestra Presents AMERICANA
by BWW News Desk - June 19, 2017
The Richmond County Orchestra (RCO), under the direction of Maestro Alan Aurelia, presents: AMERICANA, a musical star-spangled tribute to the United States that includes a full orchestral patriotic favorites such as the Star Spangled Banner, Stars and Stripes Forever and 1812 Overture sprinkled with dancing by members of the New American Youth Ballet choreographed by Elizabeth Flores. Performers include Nezad Marsic, Alison Madill and John Griffen.
by BWW News Desk - June 19, 2017
The Richmond County Orchestra (RCO), under the direction of Maestro Alan Aurelia, presents: AMERICANA, a musical star-spangled tribute to the United States that includes a full orchestral patriotic favorites such as the Star Spangled Banner, Stars and Stripes Forever and 1812 Overture sprinkled with dancing by members of the New American Youth Ballet choreographed by Elizabeth Flores. Performers include Nezad Marsic, Alison Madill and John Griffen.
Hong Kong Philharmonic to Pay Tribute to Maestro Lim Kek-tjiang
by BWW News Desk - June 16, 2017
The Hong Kong Philharmonic Society would like to express deepest condolences to the family of Maestro Lim Kek-tjiang, who passed away peacefully on 15 June 2017 in Melbourne.
by BWW News Desk - June 16, 2017
The Hong Kong Philharmonic Society would like to express deepest condolences to the family of Maestro Lim Kek-tjiang, who passed away peacefully on 15 June 2017 in Melbourne.
Pacific Symphony Announces ARTSTS UNITE!
by BWW News Desk - June 15, 2017
Pacific Symphony musicians at Orange County Center for Contemporary Art (OCCCA), with guest artists, pianist Gloria Cheng and vocalist Carver Cossey present “Artists Unite” program is a unique and eclectic experience for music and art lovers at OCCCA, an alternative art space in Downtown Santa Ana. Curated for the musically and culturally curious, “Artists Unite” features a diverse mix of musical compositions from Crumb to Rzewski, and Glass to Daugherty, performed by Pacific Symphony musicians and guest artists, pianist Gloria Cheng and vocalist Carver Cossey.
by BWW News Desk - June 15, 2017
Pacific Symphony musicians at Orange County Center for Contemporary Art (OCCCA), with guest artists, pianist Gloria Cheng and vocalist Carver Cossey present “Artists Unite” program is a unique and eclectic experience for music and art lovers at OCCCA, an alternative art space in Downtown Santa Ana. Curated for the musically and culturally curious, “Artists Unite” features a diverse mix of musical compositions from Crumb to Rzewski, and Glass to Daugherty, performed by Pacific Symphony musicians and guest artists, pianist Gloria Cheng and vocalist Carver Cossey.
Stradivarius and Other Rare Italian Violins Come to Houston This Weekend
by BWW News Desk - June 15, 2017
???????The event is free, the experience . . . priceless! Have you ever wondered what it's like to play a Stradivarius? Houston-area violinists – past and present – can to try their hand on such a musical treasure this weekend
by BWW News Desk - June 15, 2017
???????The event is free, the experience . . . priceless! Have you ever wondered what it's like to play a Stradivarius? Houston-area violinists – past and present – can to try their hand on such a musical treasure this weekend
More Than $82 Million Awarded for Arts Projects Nationwide Includes $10,000 Awarded to Brevard Music Center
by BWW News Desk - June 15, 2017
National Endowment for the Arts Chairman Jane Chu has approved more than $82 million to fund local arts projects and partnerships in the NEA's second major funding announcement for fiscal year 2017. Included in this announcement is an Art Works award of $10,000 to Brevard Music Center (BMC) to support the 2017 production of the opera, Street Scene, a featured part of BMC's 2017 Kurt Weill Festival. The NEA received 1,728 Art Works applications and will make 1,029 grants ranging from $10,000 to $100,000.
by BWW News Desk - June 15, 2017
National Endowment for the Arts Chairman Jane Chu has approved more than $82 million to fund local arts projects and partnerships in the NEA's second major funding announcement for fiscal year 2017. Included in this announcement is an Art Works award of $10,000 to Brevard Music Center (BMC) to support the 2017 production of the opera, Street Scene, a featured part of BMC's 2017 Kurt Weill Festival. The NEA received 1,728 Art Works applications and will make 1,029 grants ranging from $10,000 to $100,000.
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