Ecce Ensemble Ends Season with KINETICS, Today
by BWW News Desk - May 06, 2016
Cambridge, MA (FOR RELEASE 4.11.16) — As the 2015-16 contemporary music ensemble-in-residence at Cambridge's Le Laboratoire, the Ecce Ensemble completes its season with a diverse program of new chamber works by six emerging compositional voices. Inspired by Le Lab's current Random International installation, 150 Milliseconds, the concert's repertoire evokes a panoply of physical and psychological states both human and seemingly otherworldly. Performed by seven-member Ecce Ensemble and special guest vocalist Amanda DeBoer Bartlett, the program includes the world premiere of Already Root by Maxwell Dulaney, New England premieres by Erin Gee, Hillary Zipper, and Anna-Louise Walton, as well as works by Ecce's executive director John Aylward, and the winner of Ecce's 2016 International Call for Scores, Nuno Costa. (Program details are below.)
by BWW News Desk - May 06, 2016
Cambridge, MA (FOR RELEASE 4.11.16) — As the 2015-16 contemporary music ensemble-in-residence at Cambridge's Le Laboratoire, the Ecce Ensemble completes its season with a diverse program of new chamber works by six emerging compositional voices. Inspired by Le Lab's current Random International installation, 150 Milliseconds, the concert's repertoire evokes a panoply of physical and psychological states both human and seemingly otherworldly. Performed by seven-member Ecce Ensemble and special guest vocalist Amanda DeBoer Bartlett, the program includes the world premiere of Already Root by Maxwell Dulaney, New England premieres by Erin Gee, Hillary Zipper, and Anna-Louise Walton, as well as works by Ecce's executive director John Aylward, and the winner of Ecce's 2016 International Call for Scores, Nuno Costa. (Program details are below.)
Annapolis Symphony Orchestra to Present ORCHESTRAL BRILLIANCE, Today
by BWW News Desk - May 06, 2016
ANNAPOLIS, MD – The Annapolis Symphony Orchestra presents the last concert in the Lexus Classic Series at Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts onToday, May 6 and Saturday, May 7, 2016 at 8pm. Music Director José-Luis Novo will conduct the orchestra in Bed?ich Smetana's The Moldau, Vivian Fung's Dust Devils, Benjamin Britten's Young Person's Guide to the Orchestra, and César Franck's Symphony in D Minor.
by BWW News Desk - May 06, 2016
ANNAPOLIS, MD – The Annapolis Symphony Orchestra presents the last concert in the Lexus Classic Series at Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts onToday, May 6 and Saturday, May 7, 2016 at 8pm. Music Director José-Luis Novo will conduct the orchestra in Bed?ich Smetana's The Moldau, Vivian Fung's Dust Devils, Benjamin Britten's Young Person's Guide to the Orchestra, and César Franck's Symphony in D Minor.
The Mariinsky Orchestra Performs 'Pray for Palmyra. Music Revives Ancient Ruins' Concert
by BWW News Desk - May 05, 2016
On May 5, at 17:00 Moscow time [14:00 GMT], the Mariinsky Theatre Symphony Orchestra, conducted by People's Artist of Russia Valery Gergiev, held the 'Pray for Palmyra. Music Revives Ancient Ruins' concert on the stage of Palmyra's world-famous amphitheater.
by BWW News Desk - May 05, 2016
On May 5, at 17:00 Moscow time [14:00 GMT], the Mariinsky Theatre Symphony Orchestra, conducted by People's Artist of Russia Valery Gergiev, held the 'Pray for Palmyra. Music Revives Ancient Ruins' concert on the stage of Palmyra's world-famous amphitheater.
Berkeley Symphony to Close Season with FRANKENSTEIN SYMPHONY, Today
by BWW News Desk - May 05, 2016
BERKELEY, CA (March 22, 2016) – Music Director Joana Carneiro and Berkeley Symphonyclose their 2015-16 season Today, May 5 at 8 pm at Zellerbach Hall with the West Coast premiere of Mark Grey's Frankenstein Symphony, which the Orchestra co-commissioned with Atlanta Symphony Orchestra. Violinist Simone Porter makes her first appearance in the Bay Area, performing Tchaikovsky's Violin Concerto with the Orchestra.
by BWW News Desk - May 05, 2016
BERKELEY, CA (March 22, 2016) – Music Director Joana Carneiro and Berkeley Symphonyclose their 2015-16 season Today, May 5 at 8 pm at Zellerbach Hall with the West Coast premiere of Mark Grey's Frankenstein Symphony, which the Orchestra co-commissioned with Atlanta Symphony Orchestra. Violinist Simone Porter makes her first appearance in the Bay Area, performing Tchaikovsky's Violin Concerto with the Orchestra.
Pittsburgh Symphony's Manfred Honeck to Receive Honorary Degree from Catholic University of America
by BWW News Desk - May 04, 2016
Manfred Honeck, music director of the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra since the 2008-2009 season, will receive an honorary degree at Catholic University of America in Washington, D.C., on Saturday, May 14 as part of the university's graduation ceremony. The university's 127th Annual Commencement Ceremony will start at 10 a.m. on the steps of the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception.
by BWW News Desk - May 04, 2016
Manfred Honeck, music director of the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra since the 2008-2009 season, will receive an honorary degree at Catholic University of America in Washington, D.C., on Saturday, May 14 as part of the university's graduation ceremony. The university's 127th Annual Commencement Ceremony will start at 10 a.m. on the steps of the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception.
LA Master Chorale to Conclude Season with SONIC MASTERWORKS
by BWW News Desk - May 04, 2016
The Los Angeles Master Chorale (LAMC) concludes its 2015-16 season with 'Sonic Masterworks,' an aural tapestry of a cappella works from around the globe spanning six centuries, with conducting duties shared by Artistic Director Grant Gershon, Associate Conductor Lesley Leighton and newly appointed Artist-in-Residence Eric Whitacre, in his LAMC conducting debut, on Sunday, June 5, 2016, 7 pm, at Walt Disney Concert Hall.
by BWW News Desk - May 04, 2016
The Los Angeles Master Chorale (LAMC) concludes its 2015-16 season with 'Sonic Masterworks,' an aural tapestry of a cappella works from around the globe spanning six centuries, with conducting duties shared by Artistic Director Grant Gershon, Associate Conductor Lesley Leighton and newly appointed Artist-in-Residence Eric Whitacre, in his LAMC conducting debut, on Sunday, June 5, 2016, 7 pm, at Walt Disney Concert Hall.
League of American Orchestras Announces Gold Baton Recipient
by BWW News Desk - May 04, 2016
Association of California Symphony Orchestras (ACSO) executive director Kris Sinclair will be presented with the League of American Orchestras' highest honor, the Gold Baton, at the League's National Conference in Baltimore, June 9-11. Sinclair, who is retiring this year after thirty-one years at ACSO's helm, will receive the award at the League's Annual Meeting, June 10, at the Baltimore Marriott Waterfront.
by BWW News Desk - May 04, 2016
Association of California Symphony Orchestras (ACSO) executive director Kris Sinclair will be presented with the League of American Orchestras' highest honor, the Gold Baton, at the League's National Conference in Baltimore, June 9-11. Sinclair, who is retiring this year after thirty-one years at ACSO's helm, will receive the award at the League's Annual Meeting, June 10, at the Baltimore Marriott Waterfront.
Daryl's House Club Welcomes French Guitar Master Pierre Bensusan Tonight
by BWW News Desk - May 04, 2016
Tonight, May 4, internationally-renowned French-Algerian acoustic guitarist, singer and composer Pierre Bensusan (www.pierrebensusan.com) will grace the stage at the highly-acclaimed Daryl's House Restaurant & Live Music Club on his 2016 North American tour - as part of his fifth decade of worldwide touring.
by BWW News Desk - May 04, 2016
Tonight, May 4, internationally-renowned French-Algerian acoustic guitarist, singer and composer Pierre Bensusan (www.pierrebensusan.com) will grace the stage at the highly-acclaimed Daryl's House Restaurant & Live Music Club on his 2016 North American tour - as part of his fifth decade of worldwide touring.
Jeffrey Siegel Explores TWO GREAT ROMANTICS at Harris Center Tonight
by BWW News Desk - May 04, 2016
In his final concert of the 15/16 season, acclaimed pianist Jeffrey Siegel explores the romantic music of Frederic Chopin and Robert Schumann in a Keyboard Conversation program entitled Two Great Romantics tonight, May 4, 2016 at 7:30 pm.
by BWW News Desk - May 04, 2016
In his final concert of the 15/16 season, acclaimed pianist Jeffrey Siegel explores the romantic music of Frederic Chopin and Robert Schumann in a Keyboard Conversation program entitled Two Great Romantics tonight, May 4, 2016 at 7:30 pm.
Chicago Artists Chorale to Present SONGS OF LOVE AND LIGHT
by BWW News Desk - May 03, 2016
The Chicago Artists Chorale, a group of 60 singers drawn together from across Chicago's professional arts communities, wraps up its second season on May 10 with SONGS OF LOVE AND LIGHT, a concert of resonant, powerful choral music spanning from the late Romantic period through the present day. The performance will take place at 7:30 p.m. at St. Vincent de Paul Church, at 1010 W. Webster Ave. in Chicago.
by BWW News Desk - May 03, 2016
The Chicago Artists Chorale, a group of 60 singers drawn together from across Chicago's professional arts communities, wraps up its second season on May 10 with SONGS OF LOVE AND LIGHT, a concert of resonant, powerful choral music spanning from the late Romantic period through the present day. The performance will take place at 7:30 p.m. at St. Vincent de Paul Church, at 1010 W. Webster Ave. in Chicago.
Pacific Symphony Youth Orchestra to Travel to China This Summer
by BWW News Desk - May 03, 2016
It's an opportunity not even all professional musicians encounter -- a chance to take their music on the road (or in this case-in the air for 13+ hours), but that's exactly the reward waiting for Pacific Symphony Youth Orchestra at the end of their 2015-16 season!
by BWW News Desk - May 03, 2016
It's an opportunity not even all professional musicians encounter -- a chance to take their music on the road (or in this case-in the air for 13+ hours), but that's exactly the reward waiting for Pacific Symphony Youth Orchestra at the end of their 2015-16 season!
Parlor Room Presents French Guitar Master Pierre Bensusan Tonight
by BWW News Desk - May 03, 2016
Tonight, May 3, internationally-renowned French-Algerian acoustic guitarist, singer and composer Pierre Bensusan (www.pierrebensusan.com) will grace the stage at the highly-acclaimed Parlor Room, presented by Signature Sounds on his 2016 North American tour - as part of his fifth decade of worldwide touring.
by BWW News Desk - May 03, 2016
Tonight, May 3, internationally-renowned French-Algerian acoustic guitarist, singer and composer Pierre Bensusan (www.pierrebensusan.com) will grace the stage at the highly-acclaimed Parlor Room, presented by Signature Sounds on his 2016 North American tour - as part of his fifth decade of worldwide touring.
Violinist Roman Mints to Release Alfred Schnittke Album This Friday
by BWW News Desk - May 02, 2016
The multi-award winning Russian violinist Roman Mints follows up his critically-acclaimed 2014 solo release Dance of Shadows with a new recording for Quartz Music featuring the music of Alfred Schnittke (1934-1998).
by BWW News Desk - May 02, 2016
The multi-award winning Russian violinist Roman Mints follows up his critically-acclaimed 2014 solo release Dance of Shadows with a new recording for Quartz Music featuring the music of Alfred Schnittke (1934-1998).
Alan Alda to Narrate Mozart Concert and More at 2016 Bridgehampton Chamber Music Festival; Lineup Set!
by BWW News Desk - May 02, 2016
This summer, the 33rd season of Long Island's longest-running classical music festival comprises 13 concerts from July 31 to August 28, featuring the signature mix of renowned and up-and-coming artists and classic and new music that has made it one of the most noteworthy summer music festivals in the country.
by BWW News Desk - May 02, 2016
This summer, the 33rd season of Long Island's longest-running classical music festival comprises 13 concerts from July 31 to August 28, featuring the signature mix of renowned and up-and-coming artists and classic and new music that has made it one of the most noteworthy summer music festivals in the country.
Richmond Symphony Announces Full Schedule for 2016 Summer Recital Series
by BWW News Desk - May 02, 2016
RICHMOND, Va. (May 2, 2016) – The Richmond Symphony (RSO) is happy to announce 'Rachmaninoff & the Russians' as the theme of its third annual 2016 Summer Series of recitals. These weekly concerts continue in association with the University of Richmond Department of Music and VCU | School of the Arts | Department of Music. This year, the series is made up of six casual, one-hour evening concerts featuring the music of Sergei Rachmaninoff and works by other Russian composers. Performances take place in Dominion Arts Center's Libby S. Gottwald Playhouse on Thursdays, July 7 – August 11, 2016 at 6:30 p.m.
by BWW News Desk - May 02, 2016
RICHMOND, Va. (May 2, 2016) – The Richmond Symphony (RSO) is happy to announce 'Rachmaninoff & the Russians' as the theme of its third annual 2016 Summer Series of recitals. These weekly concerts continue in association with the University of Richmond Department of Music and VCU | School of the Arts | Department of Music. This year, the series is made up of six casual, one-hour evening concerts featuring the music of Sergei Rachmaninoff and works by other Russian composers. Performances take place in Dominion Arts Center's Libby S. Gottwald Playhouse on Thursdays, July 7 – August 11, 2016 at 6:30 p.m.
Canticum Novum Singers & Members of New York Virtuoso Singers Partner for World Premiere
by BWW News Desk - May 02, 2016
The Canticum Novum Singers and members of The New York Virtuoso Singers, Harold Rosenbaum, Conductor and Artistic Director will join together for the World Premiere of Roberto Sierra's Missa Latina in its two piano, five percussionist and soloists arrangement by the composer, on Sunday, May 15 - 3:00 PM at The Kaye Playhouse @ Hunter College, 68th St. and Lexington Avenue in Manhattan. This is presented in conjunction with Centro: The Center for Puerto Rican Studies at Hunter College CUNY.
by BWW News Desk - May 02, 2016
The Canticum Novum Singers and members of The New York Virtuoso Singers, Harold Rosenbaum, Conductor and Artistic Director will join together for the World Premiere of Roberto Sierra's Missa Latina in its two piano, five percussionist and soloists arrangement by the composer, on Sunday, May 15 - 3:00 PM at The Kaye Playhouse @ Hunter College, 68th St. and Lexington Avenue in Manhattan. This is presented in conjunction with Centro: The Center for Puerto Rican Studies at Hunter College CUNY.
RI Philharmonic Announces Complete Summer Schedule for Youth Orchestra Workshops
by BWW News Desk - May 02, 2016
YOUTH ORCHESTRAS: The Rhode Island Philharmonic YOUTH ORCHESTRAS (RIPYO) will hold auditions by appointment on June 1, 2, 3 and 4 for the Symphony Orchestra, Repertory Orchestra, String Orchestra, Intermediate String Ensemble and String Ensemble. For an audition application or more information, please visit musicschool.riphil.org or contact Youth Ensembles Manager CHELSEA ANDERSON at 401-248-7038 or canderson@ripihl.org. Students interested in auditioning but are not available on the dates listed above should submit an audition application. Auditions will be scheduled at the earliest convenience.
by BWW News Desk - May 02, 2016
YOUTH ORCHESTRAS: The Rhode Island Philharmonic YOUTH ORCHESTRAS (RIPYO) will hold auditions by appointment on June 1, 2, 3 and 4 for the Symphony Orchestra, Repertory Orchestra, String Orchestra, Intermediate String Ensemble and String Ensemble. For an audition application or more information, please visit musicschool.riphil.org or contact Youth Ensembles Manager CHELSEA ANDERSON at 401-248-7038 or canderson@ripihl.org. Students interested in auditioning but are not available on the dates listed above should submit an audition application. Auditions will be scheduled at the earliest convenience.
RI Philharmonic Announces Full Schedule of Youth Orchestra Concerts
by BWW News Desk - May 02, 2016
The Rhode Island Philharmonic Youth Orchestras (RIPYO) will present their final concert of the season on Saturday, May 7 at 3:00pm at Roberts Hall, Rhode Island College. The concert will feature the top-level Symphony Orchestra conducted by Music Director Alexey Shabalin, Repertory Orchestra under the direction of Vincent Mattera, String Orchestra under the direction of Irina Naryshkova and the Intermediate String Ensemble and String Ensemble under the direction of Erin Quinton Erban. Tickets are $11 adult, $6 student and senior citizen, and are available through the Rhode Island College box office http://www.ric.edu/pfa/orderinfo.php or 401-456-8144.
by BWW News Desk - May 02, 2016
The Rhode Island Philharmonic Youth Orchestras (RIPYO) will present their final concert of the season on Saturday, May 7 at 3:00pm at Roberts Hall, Rhode Island College. The concert will feature the top-level Symphony Orchestra conducted by Music Director Alexey Shabalin, Repertory Orchestra under the direction of Vincent Mattera, String Orchestra under the direction of Irina Naryshkova and the Intermediate String Ensemble and String Ensemble under the direction of Erin Quinton Erban. Tickets are $11 adult, $6 student and senior citizen, and are available through the Rhode Island College box office http://www.ric.edu/pfa/orderinfo.php or 401-456-8144.
CSO to Present UNCORKED Fundraising Event, 5/21
by BWW News Desk - May 02, 2016
Chattanooga, TN – The Chattanooga Symphony & Opera will present its 2016 fundraiser, UnCorked, presented by First Tennessee Foundation, on Saturday, May 21 from 6:30-10:00pm at Renaissance Park. This event, held along the banks of the Tennessee River, will feature wine tasting, some of Chattanooga's best cuisine, and music by Smooth Dialects. Event chairs are Harriett and Berton Whitaker.
by BWW News Desk - May 02, 2016
Chattanooga, TN – The Chattanooga Symphony & Opera will present its 2016 fundraiser, UnCorked, presented by First Tennessee Foundation, on Saturday, May 21 from 6:30-10:00pm at Renaissance Park. This event, held along the banks of the Tennessee River, will feature wine tasting, some of Chattanooga's best cuisine, and music by Smooth Dialects. Event chairs are Harriett and Berton Whitaker.
Adelphi Orchestra Presents WAGNER MASTERWORKS: A GRAND MOTHER'S DAY PERFORMANCE on 5/8
by BWW News Desk - April 30, 2016
The Adelphi Orchestra, celebrating its 62nd season of 'Music for All' presents a Grand Mother's Day concert Sunday May 8th in New Jersey. 'Wagner Masterworks: Tristan und Isolde: Prelude and Liebestod and Die Walkure : Act 1.' The Wagner Masterworks Mother's Day concert will be the first of two performances, held on consecutive weekends, the second performance to take place in NYC at the DiMenna Center for Classical Music. The Adelphi Orchestra's special Mother's Day performance of Wagner Masterworks is free and open to the public - the first 50 individuals to reserve their seats through Eventbrite will receive a complimentary long stem rose at the concert for their Mother.
by BWW News Desk - April 30, 2016
The Adelphi Orchestra, celebrating its 62nd season of 'Music for All' presents a Grand Mother's Day concert Sunday May 8th in New Jersey. 'Wagner Masterworks: Tristan und Isolde: Prelude and Liebestod and Die Walkure : Act 1.' The Wagner Masterworks Mother's Day concert will be the first of two performances, held on consecutive weekends, the second performance to take place in NYC at the DiMenna Center for Classical Music. The Adelphi Orchestra's special Mother's Day performance of Wagner Masterworks is free and open to the public - the first 50 individuals to reserve their seats through Eventbrite will receive a complimentary long stem rose at the concert for their Mother.
The 2016 LOOK AND LISTEN FESTIVAL Kicks Off Tonight in Brooklyn - All Events are Free!
by BWW News Desk - April 29, 2016
The 2016 Look + Listen Festival takes place tonight, Friday, April 29, 2016 at 8 PM - Friday, May 6, 2016 at 8pm at the BRIC House, 647 Fulton Street, Brooklyn.
by BWW News Desk - April 29, 2016
The 2016 Look + Listen Festival takes place tonight, Friday, April 29, 2016 at 8 PM - Friday, May 6, 2016 at 8pm at the BRIC House, 647 Fulton Street, Brooklyn.
Bay Area Musicians to Commemorate Life of Herbert Bielawa, Today
by BWW News Desk - April 29, 2016
The life, work and legacy of beloved and prolific Bay Area composer, pianist, conductor and educator Herbert Bielawa (1930-2015) will be celebrated in a concert of his music Today, April 29, at 8 pm at the Unitarian Universalist Church of Berkeley, 1 Lawson Road, Kensington. Among other accomplishments, Bielawa served on the music faculty of San Francisco State University for 25 years, where he founded the contemporary music ensemble Pro Musica Nova, created electronic and computer music studios, instigated ground-breaking programs and curricula and was an indefatigable champion of new music. Admission to the concert –which spans 50 years of Bielawa's work--is free of charge and the public is invited to celebrate this remarkable artist, whose contributions to the Bay Area and American musical scenes have been substantial.
by BWW News Desk - April 29, 2016
The life, work and legacy of beloved and prolific Bay Area composer, pianist, conductor and educator Herbert Bielawa (1930-2015) will be celebrated in a concert of his music Today, April 29, at 8 pm at the Unitarian Universalist Church of Berkeley, 1 Lawson Road, Kensington. Among other accomplishments, Bielawa served on the music faculty of San Francisco State University for 25 years, where he founded the contemporary music ensemble Pro Musica Nova, created electronic and computer music studios, instigated ground-breaking programs and curricula and was an indefatigable champion of new music. Admission to the concert –which spans 50 years of Bielawa's work--is free of charge and the public is invited to celebrate this remarkable artist, whose contributions to the Bay Area and American musical scenes have been substantial.
The Ascending Voice IV to Celebrate Christian Worship Music at Pepperdine University
by BWW News Desk - April 28, 2016
Celebrating congregational singing and a cappella music in Christian worship, The Ascending Voice IV features three main evening concerts: Cerulean- Voices Extraordinary on Thursday, May 12 directed by Ryan Board; the grand Ascending Voice Festival Choir concert on Friday, May 13 directed by world renowned choral scholar Simon Carrington; and Grammy Award-winning sensation Take 6 on Saturday, May 14.
by BWW News Desk - April 28, 2016
Celebrating congregational singing and a cappella music in Christian worship, The Ascending Voice IV features three main evening concerts: Cerulean- Voices Extraordinary on Thursday, May 12 directed by Ryan Board; the grand Ascending Voice Festival Choir concert on Friday, May 13 directed by world renowned choral scholar Simon Carrington; and Grammy Award-winning sensation Take 6 on Saturday, May 14.
South Shore Trio to Bring FROM RICHES TO RAGS to The Colonial Theatre
by BWW News Desk - April 28, 2016
Berkshire Theatre Group presents an afternoon of chamber music and chocolate with The South Shore Trio, on Sunday, June 5 at 3pm, as part of the On the Stage Series. This event is sponsored by Chocolate Springs.
by BWW News Desk - April 28, 2016
Berkshire Theatre Group presents an afternoon of chamber music and chocolate with The South Shore Trio, on Sunday, June 5 at 3pm, as part of the On the Stage Series. This event is sponsored by Chocolate Springs.
Chattanooga Symphony Orchestra to Present UNCORKED Fundraiser, 5/23
by BWW News Desk - April 28, 2016
Chattanooga, TN – The Chattanooga Symphony & Opera will present its 2016 fundraiser, UnCorked, presented by First Tennessee Foundation, on Saturday, May 23 from 6:30-10:00pm at Renaissance Park. This event, held along the banks of the Tennessee River, will feature wine tasting, some of Chattanooga's best cuisine, and music by Smooth Dialects. Event chairs are Harriett and Berton Whitaker.
by BWW News Desk - April 28, 2016
Chattanooga, TN – The Chattanooga Symphony & Opera will present its 2016 fundraiser, UnCorked, presented by First Tennessee Foundation, on Saturday, May 23 from 6:30-10:00pm at Renaissance Park. This event, held along the banks of the Tennessee River, will feature wine tasting, some of Chattanooga's best cuisine, and music by Smooth Dialects. Event chairs are Harriett and Berton Whitaker.
Videos
|
GatherNYC - Season Opening Celebration
Museum of Arts and Design (10/26 - 5/31) | ||
| VIEW SHOWS ADD A SHOW | ||
Get Classical Music's #1 Theatre Newsletter
All the show news & discounts for Classical Music & beyond.
