Houston Symphony to Bring Music to Crespo Elementary Students This Year
by BWW News Desk - October 23, 2015
Houston Symphony Executive Director/CEO Mark C. Hanson, BBVA Compass Chairman and CEO Manolo Sanchez, and Houston Independent School District Chief Academic Officer Andrew Houlihan announced today a joint partnership that will integrate the Houston Symphony and orchestral music into the lives of students in grades 3-5 at Crespo Elementary School in Southeast Houston.
by BWW News Desk - October 23, 2015
Houston Symphony Executive Director/CEO Mark C. Hanson, BBVA Compass Chairman and CEO Manolo Sanchez, and Houston Independent School District Chief Academic Officer Andrew Houlihan announced today a joint partnership that will integrate the Houston Symphony and orchestral music into the lives of students in grades 3-5 at Crespo Elementary School in Southeast Houston.
'What Makes it Great: Theater Songs of Leonard Bernstein' Set for 2016 at Merkin Concert Hall
by BWW News Desk - October 23, 2015
Rob Kapilow - conductor, composer, author and NPR music commentator - unravels and explores great musical masterpieces with audiences and performers on stage, asking what makes great music great? He takes listeners inside the music, unraveling, slowing down and recomposing key passages to hear why a piece is so extraordinary. Next, the piece is performed in its entirety, followed by a Q&A with the audience and performers.
by BWW News Desk - October 23, 2015
Rob Kapilow - conductor, composer, author and NPR music commentator - unravels and explores great musical masterpieces with audiences and performers on stage, asking what makes great music great? He takes listeners inside the music, unraveling, slowing down and recomposing key passages to hear why a piece is so extraordinary. Next, the piece is performed in its entirety, followed by a Q&A with the audience and performers.
Kravis Center to Welcome 'Ukulele Hero' Jake Shimabukuro, 11/15
by BWW News Desk - October 23, 2015
'Ukulele hero' (Rolling Stone) Jake Shimabukuro is set to transport audiences with his blindingly fast and complex string skills during two, special performances at the Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts Sunday, November 15 at 2 pm and 7 pm. Multi-instrumentalist, singer and songwriter Caroline Jones will open each performance.
by BWW News Desk - October 23, 2015
'Ukulele hero' (Rolling Stone) Jake Shimabukuro is set to transport audiences with his blindingly fast and complex string skills during two, special performances at the Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts Sunday, November 15 at 2 pm and 7 pm. Multi-instrumentalist, singer and songwriter Caroline Jones will open each performance.
Photo Flash: MidAtlantic Opera Performs 'Prayer for Peace' Concert
by BWW News Desk - October 23, 2015
In celebration of World Peace Day and Pope Francis's visit, the MidAtlantic Opera (MAO) donated one-third of net proceeds from 'A Prayer For Peace,' MAO's inaugural concert on the Perelman Stage of the Stern Auditorium at Carnegie Hall on Saturday, October 17 to the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) for refugee relief. Check out photos from the concert below!
by BWW News Desk - October 23, 2015
In celebration of World Peace Day and Pope Francis's visit, the MidAtlantic Opera (MAO) donated one-third of net proceeds from 'A Prayer For Peace,' MAO's inaugural concert on the Perelman Stage of the Stern Auditorium at Carnegie Hall on Saturday, October 17 to the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) for refugee relief. Check out photos from the concert below!
Portal Percussion Coming to The Ware Center, 11/1
by BWW News Desk - October 23, 2015
One of Central PA's premier chamber ensembles, Portal Percussion, will present their stimulating, high-energy percussion performance at the Ware Center on Sunday, November 1, 2015 at 3 p.m.
by BWW News Desk - October 23, 2015
One of Central PA's premier chamber ensembles, Portal Percussion, will present their stimulating, high-energy percussion performance at the Ware Center on Sunday, November 1, 2015 at 3 p.m.
Cellist Amy Kang & NYC's JP Jofre Hard Tango Chamber Band to Perform at Hartt School, 11/14
by BWW News Desk - October 23, 2015
The Hartt School Community Division (HCD) presents the in-demand, NYC-based JP Jofre Hard Tango Chamber Band on Saturday, November 14, at 7:30 p.m. Featuring cellist Amy Kang, a former Simsbury resident and HCD alumna, the concert will be held in the Millard Auditorium at the University of Hartford, 200 Bloomfield Avenue, West Hartford. The performance is free and open to the public, but tickets must be reserved by calling 860.768.4228or online at hartford.edu/tickets. Attendees may make a suggested donation of $10 to support HCD activities and scholarships.
by BWW News Desk - October 23, 2015
The Hartt School Community Division (HCD) presents the in-demand, NYC-based JP Jofre Hard Tango Chamber Band on Saturday, November 14, at 7:30 p.m. Featuring cellist Amy Kang, a former Simsbury resident and HCD alumna, the concert will be held in the Millard Auditorium at the University of Hartford, 200 Bloomfield Avenue, West Hartford. The performance is free and open to the public, but tickets must be reserved by calling 860.768.4228or online at hartford.edu/tickets. Attendees may make a suggested donation of $10 to support HCD activities and scholarships.
Phoenix Boys Choir to Open Season 11/1
by BWW News Desk - October 23, 2015
The Phoenix Boys Choir 2015-16 Season opens November 1 at 3 pm in Steele Indian School Park Memorial Hall, 300 E. Indian School Rd, with Boy Can They Sing!
by BWW News Desk - October 23, 2015
The Phoenix Boys Choir 2015-16 Season opens November 1 at 3 pm in Steele Indian School Park Memorial Hall, 300 E. Indian School Rd, with Boy Can They Sing!
Carnegie Hall to Welcome Lang Lang, Today
by BWW News Desk - October 23, 2015
Grammy Award-nominated concert pianist Lang Lang makes his first of three appearances at Carnegie Hall this season with a solo recital today, October 23 at 8:30 p.m. in Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage. The concert features Bach's Italian Concerto, BWV 971-a complex and pioneering work inspired by Vivaldi-along with Tchaikovsky's The Seasons, Op. 37b and Chopin's four scherzos. By the time he was 22 years old, the acclaimed pianist had already performed twice at Carnegie Hall -with the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra conducted by Yuri Temirkanov in 2001 and with the New York String Orchestra under Jaime Laredo in 2002-before making his sold-out solo recital debut in Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage on November 7, 2003, which was recorded live by Deutsche Grammophon.
by BWW News Desk - October 23, 2015
Grammy Award-nominated concert pianist Lang Lang makes his first of three appearances at Carnegie Hall this season with a solo recital today, October 23 at 8:30 p.m. in Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage. The concert features Bach's Italian Concerto, BWV 971-a complex and pioneering work inspired by Vivaldi-along with Tchaikovsky's The Seasons, Op. 37b and Chopin's four scherzos. By the time he was 22 years old, the acclaimed pianist had already performed twice at Carnegie Hall -with the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra conducted by Yuri Temirkanov in 2001 and with the New York String Orchestra under Jaime Laredo in 2002-before making his sold-out solo recital debut in Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage on November 7, 2003, which was recorded live by Deutsche Grammophon.
CSO to Showcase Russian Composers TCHAIKOVSKY & PROKOFIEV, 10/23-24
by BWW News Desk - October 23, 2015
Tchaikovsky's soulful Symphony No. 4 portrays his battle against fate, the cold-hearted power he believed ruled his life. Guest pianist Haochen Zhang, co-winner of the Gold Medal at the 2009 Van Cliburn Competition, will expertly undertake the consummate challenges of the Prokofiev piano concerto, and Maestro Milanov will bring to vivid life the heartless seducer of Strauss' tone poem Don Juan.
by BWW News Desk - October 23, 2015
Tchaikovsky's soulful Symphony No. 4 portrays his battle against fate, the cold-hearted power he believed ruled his life. Guest pianist Haochen Zhang, co-winner of the Gold Medal at the 2009 Van Cliburn Competition, will expertly undertake the consummate challenges of the Prokofiev piano concerto, and Maestro Milanov will bring to vivid life the heartless seducer of Strauss' tone poem Don Juan.
Debra Nagy, Magnificat, Infusion Baroque and More Among SFEMS' 2015-16 Concert Season
by BWW News Desk - October 23, 2015
The San Francisco Early Music Society (SFEMS) is proud to announce its 40th anniversary season.
by BWW News Desk - October 23, 2015
The San Francisco Early Music Society (SFEMS) is proud to announce its 40th anniversary season.
Vermont Symphony Orchestra Holds Auditions for Section Violin Today
by BWW News Desk - October 23, 2015
Jaime Laredo, VSO Music Director, announces one opening for section violin next season (starting in late fall 2015). The audition will take place at the Elley-Long Music Center at St. Michael's College in Colchester, Vermont today, October 23.
by BWW News Desk - October 23, 2015
Jaime Laredo, VSO Music Director, announces one opening for section violin next season (starting in late fall 2015). The audition will take place at the Elley-Long Music Center at St. Michael's College in Colchester, Vermont today, October 23.
Chattanooga Symphony & Opera to Present Free Concert for Veteran's Day, 11/11
by BWW News Desk - October 22, 2015
October 22, 2015 – Chattanooga, TN – The Chattanooga Symphony & Opera, in partnership with the City of Chattanooga, will present a free Veteran's Day concert on Wednesday, November 11 at 7:00pm at the Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Auditorium. This is the 4th consecutive year that the CSO has presented this family-friendly concert for veterans, their families, and the public. Conducted by CSO Music Director Kayoko Dan, the CSO musicians are joined by the Lee University Singers, directed by Brad Moffett.
by BWW News Desk - October 22, 2015
October 22, 2015 – Chattanooga, TN – The Chattanooga Symphony & Opera, in partnership with the City of Chattanooga, will present a free Veteran's Day concert on Wednesday, November 11 at 7:00pm at the Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Auditorium. This is the 4th consecutive year that the CSO has presented this family-friendly concert for veterans, their families, and the public. Conducted by CSO Music Director Kayoko Dan, the CSO musicians are joined by the Lee University Singers, directed by Brad Moffett.
Richmond Symphony to Perform Sibelius and Liszt Concert, with Pianist Orion Weiss, 11/14
by BWW News Desk - October 22, 2015
October 22, 2015 – Richmond, Virginia The Richmond Symphony celebrates the 150th anniversary of composer Jean Sibelius's birth with a concert of Sibelius and Liszt on Saturday, November 14 at 8pm. The Altria Masterworks concert will be led by Music Director, Steven Smith and held at Richmond CenterStage's Carpenter Theatre.
by BWW News Desk - October 22, 2015
October 22, 2015 – Richmond, Virginia The Richmond Symphony celebrates the 150th anniversary of composer Jean Sibelius's birth with a concert of Sibelius and Liszt on Saturday, November 14 at 8pm. The Altria Masterworks concert will be led by Music Director, Steven Smith and held at Richmond CenterStage's Carpenter Theatre.
Wizards of Winter Set for Capitol Center for the Arts, 12/3
by BWW News Desk - October 22, 2015
Performing some of TSO's greatest hits and their own music as part of their original Holiday Rock Opera, 'Tales Beneath a Northern Star' Wizards of Winter makes their debut appearance at the Capitol Center for the Arts on Thursday, December 3.
by BWW News Desk - October 22, 2015
Performing some of TSO's greatest hits and their own music as part of their original Holiday Rock Opera, 'Tales Beneath a Northern Star' Wizards of Winter makes their debut appearance at the Capitol Center for the Arts on Thursday, December 3.
CSO's's 2015 HOLIDAY POPS to Feature More Than 300 Performers
by BWW News Desk - October 22, 2015
The CSO's Holiday Pops, an annual tradition in Columbus since 1983, was conceived by chorus master and conductor Ronald Jenkins who has also led all of its 96 performances. In 2015, Jenkins, the musicians of the Columbus Symphony, and vocalists of the Columbus Symphony Chorus, will be joined by the Columbus Children's Choir, dancers Justin Gibbs and Joanie Evans, children from BalletMet, narrator Steven Crawford, and of course, Mr. and Mrs. Claus, featuring the talents of more than 300 performers in this heartwarming holiday spectacular. The Sunday matinee concert will be the 100th performance of the CSO's Holiday Pops.
by BWW News Desk - October 22, 2015
The CSO's Holiday Pops, an annual tradition in Columbus since 1983, was conceived by chorus master and conductor Ronald Jenkins who has also led all of its 96 performances. In 2015, Jenkins, the musicians of the Columbus Symphony, and vocalists of the Columbus Symphony Chorus, will be joined by the Columbus Children's Choir, dancers Justin Gibbs and Joanie Evans, children from BalletMet, narrator Steven Crawford, and of course, Mr. and Mrs. Claus, featuring the talents of more than 300 performers in this heartwarming holiday spectacular. The Sunday matinee concert will be the 100th performance of the CSO's Holiday Pops.
Harlem Quartet to Make VPAC Debut, 11/5
by BWW News Desk - October 22, 2015
The HARLEM QUARTET, praised for its "panache" by The New York Times, is "bringing a new attitude to classical music, one that is fresh, bracing and intelligent," says the Cincinnati Enquirer. This unique Salon experience will be found on the VPAC stage November 5 as the ensemble invites 200 audience members to join them onstage for a rare, intimate performance of their classical and jazz program. Ticket-holders will also have the opportunity to participate in an exclusive meet and greet with the artists, following the performance.
by BWW News Desk - October 22, 2015
The HARLEM QUARTET, praised for its "panache" by The New York Times, is "bringing a new attitude to classical music, one that is fresh, bracing and intelligent," says the Cincinnati Enquirer. This unique Salon experience will be found on the VPAC stage November 5 as the ensemble invites 200 audience members to join them onstage for a rare, intimate performance of their classical and jazz program. Ticket-holders will also have the opportunity to participate in an exclusive meet and greet with the artists, following the performance.
Chattanooga Symphony & Opera Perform All-Brahms Concert Tonight
by BWW News Desk - October 22, 2015
The Chattanooga Symphony & Opera continues its Barnett & Company Masterworks Series with an all Brahms concert tonight, October 22. Opening the concert is Brahms' Variations on a Theme by Haydn. Brahms composed the work on a theme entitled 'Chorale St. Antoni' found in a wind ensemble composition. At the time Brahms discovered it, the wind ensemble piece carried an attribution to the composer Joseph Haydn. Brahms titled his own composition accordingly, crediting Haydn for the theme, but publishers in the early nineteenth century often attached the names of famous composers to works by unknown or lesser known composers in order to move inventory. Subsequent research has concluded that the wind piece Brahms used as a source does not fit Haydn's style. Today the wind ensemble piece remains without clear attribution. The situation has led to Brahms's piece being referred to today in recordings and concert programs as the St. Anthony Variations as well as its original title.
by BWW News Desk - October 22, 2015
The Chattanooga Symphony & Opera continues its Barnett & Company Masterworks Series with an all Brahms concert tonight, October 22. Opening the concert is Brahms' Variations on a Theme by Haydn. Brahms composed the work on a theme entitled 'Chorale St. Antoni' found in a wind ensemble composition. At the time Brahms discovered it, the wind ensemble piece carried an attribution to the composer Joseph Haydn. Brahms titled his own composition accordingly, crediting Haydn for the theme, but publishers in the early nineteenth century often attached the names of famous composers to works by unknown or lesser known composers in order to move inventory. Subsequent research has concluded that the wind piece Brahms used as a source does not fit Haydn's style. Today the wind ensemble piece remains without clear attribution. The situation has led to Brahms's piece being referred to today in recordings and concert programs as the St. Anthony Variations as well as its original title.
Richmond Symphony Kicks Off Rush Hour Series with Bartók Selections Tonight
by BWW News Desk - October 22, 2015
Richmond, Virginia The Richmond Symphony begins the 2015-16 Rush Hour Series with Bartók: Divertimento for String Orchestra at its new location, Hardywood Park Craft Brewery tonight, October 22. Audience members can grab a beer, hit the food trucks and relax as they listen to selections from Bartók, Weber and Mozart. The concert features Richmond Symphony's principal clarinetist Jared Davis and will be led by Associate Conductor, Keitaro Harada. All Rush Hour concerts begin at 6:30pm and take place in Hardywood's new Tasting Room.
by BWW News Desk - October 22, 2015
Richmond, Virginia The Richmond Symphony begins the 2015-16 Rush Hour Series with Bartók: Divertimento for String Orchestra at its new location, Hardywood Park Craft Brewery tonight, October 22. Audience members can grab a beer, hit the food trucks and relax as they listen to selections from Bartók, Weber and Mozart. The concert features Richmond Symphony's principal clarinetist Jared Davis and will be led by Associate Conductor, Keitaro Harada. All Rush Hour concerts begin at 6:30pm and take place in Hardywood's new Tasting Room.
Carnegie Hall Welcomes Brad Mehldau to Zankel Hall Tonight
by BWW News Desk - October 22, 2015
Brad Mehldau, one of the foremost jazz pianists of his generation, returns to Carnegie Hall for an intimate solo piano recital tonight, October 22 at 7:30 p.m. in Zankel Hall. Mehldau's last solo performance at the Hall was during the 2010-2011 season when he was the first ever jazz artist appointed to hold Carnegie Hall's Debs Composer's Chair.
by BWW News Desk - October 22, 2015
Brad Mehldau, one of the foremost jazz pianists of his generation, returns to Carnegie Hall for an intimate solo piano recital tonight, October 22 at 7:30 p.m. in Zankel Hall. Mehldau's last solo performance at the Hall was during the 2010-2011 season when he was the first ever jazz artist appointed to hold Carnegie Hall's Debs Composer's Chair.
Pianist David Fray Performs in Pacific Symphony's FRAY PLAYS SCHUMANN Tonight
by BWW News Desk - October 22, 2015
Pacific Symphony and Music Director Carl St.Clair explore great masterworks by Robert Schumann and Johannes Brahms, two Romantic-era composers who were united by their friendship, passion for music and love of the same woman: Clara Wieck. A virtuosic pianist herself, Clara's influence prevails throughout the music of both composers. Shortly after marrying Schumann, she encouraged her new husband (although they had been friends for years) to write a piano concerto for her to premiere. The result has become one of the most popular piano concertos of the repertoire. Interpreting its unpredictable moods and colorful emotions for the Symphony's concert is French pianist David Fray. Son-in-law of the great conductor Riccardo Muti, Fray has gained a reputation for his individualistic, expressive and meditative performances. “David Fray is alive to the way the music moves at every point and skilled at evoking worlds of sound beyond the piano,” wrote Gramophone Online.
by BWW News Desk - October 22, 2015
Pacific Symphony and Music Director Carl St.Clair explore great masterworks by Robert Schumann and Johannes Brahms, two Romantic-era composers who were united by their friendship, passion for music and love of the same woman: Clara Wieck. A virtuosic pianist herself, Clara's influence prevails throughout the music of both composers. Shortly after marrying Schumann, she encouraged her new husband (although they had been friends for years) to write a piano concerto for her to premiere. The result has become one of the most popular piano concertos of the repertoire. Interpreting its unpredictable moods and colorful emotions for the Symphony's concert is French pianist David Fray. Son-in-law of the great conductor Riccardo Muti, Fray has gained a reputation for his individualistic, expressive and meditative performances. “David Fray is alive to the way the music moves at every point and skilled at evoking worlds of sound beyond the piano,” wrote Gramophone Online.
Natya Dance Theatre Premieres New Piece, VARNA - COLORS OF WHITE Tonight
by BWW News Desk - October 22, 2015
Natya Dance Theatre, Chicago's pre-eminent dance company dedicated to the dance-theatre art of Bharata Natyam, celebrates its 40th anniversary with the World Premiere of Varna – Colors of White, a full-evening work exploring universal emotions through words, music, dance and drama created by Founder and Artistic Director Hema Rajagopalan. Natya presents Varna – Colors of White at The Dance Center of Columbia College Chicago, 1306 S. Michigan Ave., in three performances only, Thursday – Saturday evenings, this weekend, October 22-24, at 7:30 pm.
by BWW News Desk - October 22, 2015
Natya Dance Theatre, Chicago's pre-eminent dance company dedicated to the dance-theatre art of Bharata Natyam, celebrates its 40th anniversary with the World Premiere of Varna – Colors of White, a full-evening work exploring universal emotions through words, music, dance and drama created by Founder and Artistic Director Hema Rajagopalan. Natya presents Varna – Colors of White at The Dance Center of Columbia College Chicago, 1306 S. Michigan Ave., in three performances only, Thursday – Saturday evenings, this weekend, October 22-24, at 7:30 pm.
Emerson String Quartet Opens Segerstrom's Chamber Music Series Tonight
by BWW News Desk - October 22, 2015
Marking their 19th visit to Segerstrom Center for the Arts, audience favorite Emerson String Quartet returns to Samueli Theater tonight, October 22 at 8 p.m. in a program featuring Haydn's dazzling String Quartet in D minor 'Fifths,' Bartok's String Quartet No. 4 and the rarely performed String Quartet No. 15 in G major by Schubert.
by BWW News Desk - October 22, 2015
Marking their 19th visit to Segerstrom Center for the Arts, audience favorite Emerson String Quartet returns to Samueli Theater tonight, October 22 at 8 p.m. in a program featuring Haydn's dazzling String Quartet in D minor 'Fifths,' Bartok's String Quartet No. 4 and the rarely performed String Quartet No. 15 in G major by Schubert.
The Apollo Chorus to Perform 'Music in the Neighborhood' Concert
by BWW News Desk - October 21, 2015
This year, works by Handel, Mendelssohn, and Rodgers and Hammerstein will entertain audiences at Chicago's beautiful Second Presbyterian Church, 1936 S. Michigan Avenue, on Sunday, November 8 at 3:00 p.m.
by BWW News Desk - October 21, 2015
This year, works by Handel, Mendelssohn, and Rodgers and Hammerstein will entertain audiences at Chicago's beautiful Second Presbyterian Church, 1936 S. Michigan Avenue, on Sunday, November 8 at 3:00 p.m.
Atlanta Symphony Orchestra Reaches Musicians' Endowment Milestone
by BWW News Desk - October 21, 2015
The Atlanta Symphony Orchestra today announced that the organization has raised approximately $17 million of the $25 million goal for its Musicians' Endowment Campaign, meeting the Woodruff Arts Center matching gift goal in less than a year. The Musicians' Endowment Campaign is a key component of the $100 million Transformation Campaign launched by the Woodruff Arts Center in April.
by BWW News Desk - October 21, 2015
The Atlanta Symphony Orchestra today announced that the organization has raised approximately $17 million of the $25 million goal for its Musicians' Endowment Campaign, meeting the Woodruff Arts Center matching gift goal in less than a year. The Musicians' Endowment Campaign is a key component of the $100 million Transformation Campaign launched by the Woodruff Arts Center in April.
Cantata Singers' Expanded Chamber Series Begins 11/17
by BWW News Desk - October 21, 2015
Cantata Singers' expanded Chamber Series begins on Thursday, November 17, 2017 at 7:30pm at the American Academy of Arts and Sciences with Made in America, a program of twentieth-century American chamber music by Aaron Copland, Samuel Barber, and Irving Fine. Cantata Singers' Chamber Series will be in residence at the American Academy of Arts and Sciences in Cambridge for the entirety of the 2015-16 Season.
by BWW News Desk - October 21, 2015
Cantata Singers' expanded Chamber Series begins on Thursday, November 17, 2017 at 7:30pm at the American Academy of Arts and Sciences with Made in America, a program of twentieth-century American chamber music by Aaron Copland, Samuel Barber, and Irving Fine. Cantata Singers' Chamber Series will be in residence at the American Academy of Arts and Sciences in Cambridge for the entirety of the 2015-16 Season.
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