Andras Schiff Brings THE BACH PROJECT to Walt Disney Concert Hall, 10/17 & 24
by BWW News Desk - October 13, 2012
Pianist Andras Schiff, as part of his two-year exploration of Bach's keyboard music comes to Walt Disney Concert Hall twice this month, Wednesday, October 17, at 8 pm, and Wednesday, October 24, at 8 pm. In the first engagement, he plays Book 1 of The Well-Tempered Clavier, in a Colburn Celebrity Recital. The following Wednesday, he tackles Book 2 in a Baroque Variations performance.
by BWW News Desk - October 13, 2012
Pianist Andras Schiff, as part of his two-year exploration of Bach's keyboard music comes to Walt Disney Concert Hall twice this month, Wednesday, October 17, at 8 pm, and Wednesday, October 24, at 8 pm. In the first engagement, he plays Book 1 of The Well-Tempered Clavier, in a Colburn Celebrity Recital. The following Wednesday, he tackles Book 2 in a Baroque Variations performance.
Pacific Symphony Hosts OC CAN YOU SING? - TAKE TWO! Competition; Submission Deadline 11/30
by BWW News Desk - October 13, 2012
Pacific Symphony is asking for the second time: "OC Can You Sing?" Due to the popularity of the Symphony's first amateur singing competition back in 2011, "OC Can You Sing?" returns and has expanded beyond Orange County to include residents of the Inland Empire and the Greater Los Angeles area. All aspiring singers are encouraged to compete for this unique opportunity to perform with the orchestra onstage in the Renee and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall. In addition, they receive coaching from Broadway star Lisa Vroman! To apply, contest hopefuls should submit a video to the Symphony of themselves singing a song of their choice by Nov. 30; for applications and additional information, visit: www.PacificSymphony.org/OCCanYouSing.
by BWW News Desk - October 13, 2012
Pacific Symphony is asking for the second time: "OC Can You Sing?" Due to the popularity of the Symphony's first amateur singing competition back in 2011, "OC Can You Sing?" returns and has expanded beyond Orange County to include residents of the Inland Empire and the Greater Los Angeles area. All aspiring singers are encouraged to compete for this unique opportunity to perform with the orchestra onstage in the Renee and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall. In addition, they receive coaching from Broadway star Lisa Vroman! To apply, contest hopefuls should submit a video to the Symphony of themselves singing a song of their choice by Nov. 30; for applications and additional information, visit: www.PacificSymphony.org/OCCanYouSing.
Robin Ticciati Makes Cleveland Orchestra Debut, 10/25-27
by BWW News Desk - October 13, 2012
On Thursday, October 25, at 8 p.m., Friday, October 26, at 11 a.m. and Saturday, October 27, at 8 p.m., Robin Ticciati, principal conductor of the Scottish Chamber Orchestra, makes his debut with The Cleveland Orchestra. The Severance Hall concerts feature Rachmaninoff's Piano Concerto No. 2 in C minor, Opus 18, with Simon Trpceski, in his Severance Hall debut as soloist.
by BWW News Desk - October 13, 2012
On Thursday, October 25, at 8 p.m., Friday, October 26, at 11 a.m. and Saturday, October 27, at 8 p.m., Robin Ticciati, principal conductor of the Scottish Chamber Orchestra, makes his debut with The Cleveland Orchestra. The Severance Hall concerts feature Rachmaninoff's Piano Concerto No. 2 in C minor, Opus 18, with Simon Trpceski, in his Severance Hall debut as soloist.
Baltimore Symphony Orchestra Participates in Baltimore Running Festival Today, 10/13
by BWW News Desk - October 13, 2012
For the third consecutive year, musicians, staff, donors and volunteers from the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra (BSO) will participate in the Baltimore Running Festival. Today, October 13, 2012, this team of 160 runners will run as members of BOLT for the BSO, a group dedicated to raising awareness and funding for the Orchestra. Interested supporters or runners should contact Jennifer Barton at 410.783.8122, jbarton@BSOmusic.org or visit BSOmusic.org/bolt.
by BWW News Desk - October 13, 2012
For the third consecutive year, musicians, staff, donors and volunteers from the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra (BSO) will participate in the Baltimore Running Festival. Today, October 13, 2012, this team of 160 runners will run as members of BOLT for the BSO, a group dedicated to raising awareness and funding for the Orchestra. Interested supporters or runners should contact Jennifer Barton at 410.783.8122, jbarton@BSOmusic.org or visit BSOmusic.org/bolt.
John Adams Leads LA Phil New Music Group in 1st Green Umbrella Series Concert, 10/16
by BWW News Desk - October 12, 2012
LA Phil Creative Chair John Adams leads the LA Phil New Music Group in the first Green Umbrella series concert of the 2012/13 season, Tuesday, October 16, at 8 pm, at Walt Disney Concert Hall. The concert features the works of two of today's hottest young composers, Nico Muhly and Daniel Bjarnason, both active in the Reykjavik, Iceland music scene and part of Bedroom Community, an Icelandic record label/collective formed in 2006.
by BWW News Desk - October 12, 2012
LA Phil Creative Chair John Adams leads the LA Phil New Music Group in the first Green Umbrella series concert of the 2012/13 season, Tuesday, October 16, at 8 pm, at Walt Disney Concert Hall. The concert features the works of two of today's hottest young composers, Nico Muhly and Daniel Bjarnason, both active in the Reykjavik, Iceland music scene and part of Bedroom Community, an Icelandic record label/collective formed in 2006.
Peter Nero and The Philly POPS Opens 2012/2013 Season, Oct 12
by BWW News Desk - October 12, 2012
JEncore Series, Inc., presenter of Peter Nero and The Philly POPS®, today announced the first concert series of the 2012/2013 Season will be held October 12-14, 2012 in Verizon Hall at The Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts in Philadelphia. "Dancing and Romancing" will commence The POPS 34th Annual Season and contains a tribute to Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers, featuring nationally acclaimed dancers, Joan Hess and Kirby Ward, Spanish guitarist Pablo Sainz Villegas and violinist Michael Ludwig.
by BWW News Desk - October 12, 2012
JEncore Series, Inc., presenter of Peter Nero and The Philly POPS®, today announced the first concert series of the 2012/2013 Season will be held October 12-14, 2012 in Verizon Hall at The Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts in Philadelphia. "Dancing and Romancing" will commence The POPS 34th Annual Season and contains a tribute to Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers, featuring nationally acclaimed dancers, Joan Hess and Kirby Ward, Spanish guitarist Pablo Sainz Villegas and violinist Michael Ludwig.
Diablo Ballet and Sherman Clay Present GREAT MUSIC FROM GREAT BALLETS, 10/12
by BWW News Desk - October 12, 2012
Music from such legendary ballets as Swan Lake and Giselle, and others come alive in the piano concert Great Music from Great Ballets, Friday October 12th 8 PM at the Sherman Clay store in Walnut Creek (1605 Bonanza Street). Admission is free.
by BWW News Desk - October 12, 2012
Music from such legendary ballets as Swan Lake and Giselle, and others come alive in the piano concert Great Music from Great Ballets, Friday October 12th 8 PM at the Sherman Clay store in Walnut Creek (1605 Bonanza Street). Admission is free.
Orpheus, Met Soloists to Premiere ‘Earth Echoes’ 10/12
by BWW News Desk - October 12, 2012
Orpheus Chamber Orchestra returns to Jorgensen this season to perform the first of four in its 40th anniversary commissioned works, Earth Echoes by Pulitzer Prize nominee Augusta Read Thomas, in a Connecticut premiere that will include Metropolitan Opera stars Sasha Cooke and Nathan Gunn. The concert, fresh from its Carnegie Hall debut the night before, will be performed Friday, Oct. 12, at 7:30 p.m., preceded by a concert talk by UConn music historian Glenn Stanley at 6:45 p.m.
by BWW News Desk - October 12, 2012
Orpheus Chamber Orchestra returns to Jorgensen this season to perform the first of four in its 40th anniversary commissioned works, Earth Echoes by Pulitzer Prize nominee Augusta Read Thomas, in a Connecticut premiere that will include Metropolitan Opera stars Sasha Cooke and Nathan Gunn. The concert, fresh from its Carnegie Hall debut the night before, will be performed Friday, Oct. 12, at 7:30 p.m., preceded by a concert talk by UConn music historian Glenn Stanley at 6:45 p.m.
Columbus Symphony Presents The Fab Four, 11/10
by BWW News Desk - October 11, 2012
With uncanny note-for-note, live renditions of Beatles' songs and precise attention to detail, the Fab Four will make you think you're watching the real thing. Conducted by Michael Berkowitz, this incredible stage show and loving tribute to the Beatles includes three costume changes representing every era of the super group's career and record-perfect live performances of such classics as 'Can't Buy Me Love,' 'Yesterday,' 'A Day In The Life,' 'Twist And Shout,' 'Here Comes The Sun,' and 'Hey Jude.'
by BWW News Desk - October 11, 2012
With uncanny note-for-note, live renditions of Beatles' songs and precise attention to detail, the Fab Four will make you think you're watching the real thing. Conducted by Michael Berkowitz, this incredible stage show and loving tribute to the Beatles includes three costume changes representing every era of the super group's career and record-perfect live performances of such classics as 'Can't Buy Me Love,' 'Yesterday,' 'A Day In The Life,' 'Twist And Shout,' 'Here Comes The Sun,' and 'Hey Jude.'
Mercury Presents Bach & Sons, Featuring Harpsichordist Christophe Rousset, 11/17
by BWW News Desk - October 10, 2012
Following Mercury's rousing season opener, November 17th brings us Bach & Sons with Christophe Rousset! Guest conductor and world-famous harpsichordist Christophe Rousset joins Mercury to lead the orchestra and bring to bear his vast expertise and affinity for music performed on period instruments.
by BWW News Desk - October 10, 2012
Following Mercury's rousing season opener, November 17th brings us Bach & Sons with Christophe Rousset! Guest conductor and world-famous harpsichordist Christophe Rousset joins Mercury to lead the orchestra and bring to bear his vast expertise and affinity for music performed on period instruments.
BWW Seeks Editors Specializing in Classical Music
by BWW News Desk - October 10, 2012
BroadwayWorld.com is currently seeking talented theater enthusiasts to head up feature coverage in the area of Classical Music.
by BWW News Desk - October 10, 2012
BroadwayWorld.com is currently seeking talented theater enthusiasts to head up feature coverage in the area of Classical Music.
Orion Ensemble Opens 20th Season with ORION BEGINNINGS Tonight, 10/10
by BWW News Desk - October 10, 2012
To open its 20th Anniversary Season, The Orion Ensemble, Chicago's nationally recognized and critically acclaimed chamber music ensemble, presents "Orion Beginnings," featuring a trio and a quartet the ensemble performed during its early seasons, along with a quintet commissioned for its 10th anniversary. Performances take place tonight, October 10 at Roosevelt University's Ganz Memorial Hall in Chicago, October 14 at Fox Valley Presbyterian Church in Geneva and October 21 at Music Institute of Chicago's Nichols Concert Hall in Evanston. Stephen Boe joins Orion as violist for this program.
by BWW News Desk - October 10, 2012
To open its 20th Anniversary Season, The Orion Ensemble, Chicago's nationally recognized and critically acclaimed chamber music ensemble, presents "Orion Beginnings," featuring a trio and a quartet the ensemble performed during its early seasons, along with a quintet commissioned for its 10th anniversary. Performances take place tonight, October 10 at Roosevelt University's Ganz Memorial Hall in Chicago, October 14 at Fox Valley Presbyterian Church in Geneva and October 21 at Music Institute of Chicago's Nichols Concert Hall in Evanston. Stephen Boe joins Orion as violist for this program.
Texas Performing Arts Welcomes Organist Cameron Carpenter to Austin, 11/2
by BWW News Desk - October 09, 2012
Texas Performing Arts presents "the most controversial organist alive" (Dallas Morning News). Cameron Carpenter's flamboyant style, dazzling performances, and profound musical intelligence have completely changed the game of his instrument.
by BWW News Desk - October 09, 2012
Texas Performing Arts presents "the most controversial organist alive" (Dallas Morning News). Cameron Carpenter's flamboyant style, dazzling performances, and profound musical intelligence have completely changed the game of his instrument.
Pianist Georgy Tchaidze Releases All-Russian Recording with Honens
by BWW News Desk - October 09, 2012
Russian pianist Georgy Tchaidze, Prize Laureate of the 2009 Honens International Piano Competition, has just released a new all-Russian recital recording on the Honens label. The album features works by Medtner, Mussorgsky and Prokofiev, all of which Tchaidze performed at his debuts earlier this year at Zankel Hall at Carnegie Hall (New York), the Glenn Gould Studio (Toronto), Berlin's Konzerthaus, and London's Wigmore Hall. This CD is the 2009 Honens Prize Laureate's second recording on the Honens label.
by BWW News Desk - October 09, 2012
Russian pianist Georgy Tchaidze, Prize Laureate of the 2009 Honens International Piano Competition, has just released a new all-Russian recital recording on the Honens label. The album features works by Medtner, Mussorgsky and Prokofiev, all of which Tchaidze performed at his debuts earlier this year at Zankel Hall at Carnegie Hall (New York), the Glenn Gould Studio (Toronto), Berlin's Konzerthaus, and London's Wigmore Hall. This CD is the 2009 Honens Prize Laureate's second recording on the Honens label.
Peter Nero and The Philly POPS Opens 2012/2013 Season, Oct 12
by BWW News Desk - October 08, 2012
JEncore Series, Inc., presenter of Peter Nero and The Philly POPS®, today announced the first concert series of the 2012/2013 Season will be held October 12-14, 2012 in Verizon Hall at The Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts in Philadelphia. "Dancing and Romancing" will commence The POPS 34th Annual Season and contains a tribute to Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers, featuring nationally acclaimed dancers, Joan Hess and Kirby Ward, Spanish guitarist Pablo Sainz Villegas and violinist Michael Ludwig.
by BWW News Desk - October 08, 2012
JEncore Series, Inc., presenter of Peter Nero and The Philly POPS®, today announced the first concert series of the 2012/2013 Season will be held October 12-14, 2012 in Verizon Hall at The Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts in Philadelphia. "Dancing and Romancing" will commence The POPS 34th Annual Season and contains a tribute to Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers, featuring nationally acclaimed dancers, Joan Hess and Kirby Ward, Spanish guitarist Pablo Sainz Villegas and violinist Michael Ludwig.
Baltimore Choral Arts Presents LAND OF THE FREE, 11/3
by BWW News Desk - October 06, 2012
Baltimore Choral Arts salutes the 1812 Anniversary and our national anthem, and presents the Baltimore premiere of Ysaye Barnwell's Fortune's Bones: The Manumission Requiem, on Saturday, November 3, at 8 pm in Goucher College's Kraushaar Auditorium.
by BWW News Desk - October 06, 2012
Baltimore Choral Arts salutes the 1812 Anniversary and our national anthem, and presents the Baltimore premiere of Ysaye Barnwell's Fortune's Bones: The Manumission Requiem, on Saturday, November 3, at 8 pm in Goucher College's Kraushaar Auditorium.
Cleveland Orchestra Performs Regional Premiere of Stewart Copeland's GAMELAN D'DRUM Tonight, 10/5
by BWW News Desk - October 05, 2012
The Cleveland Orchestra performs the Cleveland premiere of Stewart Copeland's Gamelan D'Drum in the first KeyBank Fridays@7 concert of the 2012-13 season at Severance Hall. Joining the Orchestra for this work will be the Dallas-based world percussion ensemble D'Drum, in their Cleveland Orchestra debut. Gamelan D'Drum is scored for symphony orchestra and more than 70 world percussion instruments.
by BWW News Desk - October 05, 2012
The Cleveland Orchestra performs the Cleveland premiere of Stewart Copeland's Gamelan D'Drum in the first KeyBank Fridays@7 concert of the 2012-13 season at Severance Hall. Joining the Orchestra for this work will be the Dallas-based world percussion ensemble D'Drum, in their Cleveland Orchestra debut. Gamelan D'Drum is scored for symphony orchestra and more than 70 world percussion instruments.
Pianist Peter Serkin Joins North Carolina Symphony for Concert Program, Now thru 10/7
by BWW News Desk - October 05, 2012
North Carolina Symphony Music Director Grant Llewellyn welcomes pianist Peter Serkin to North Carolina next month for a concert program of top-flight repertoire and Ravel's "Bolero."
by BWW News Desk - October 05, 2012
North Carolina Symphony Music Director Grant Llewellyn welcomes pianist Peter Serkin to North Carolina next month for a concert program of top-flight repertoire and Ravel's "Bolero."
Columbus Symphony Opens 2012-13 Season with Beethoven’s Ninth tonight, 10/5
by BWW News Desk - October 05, 2012
Guest vocalists Dominique Labelle (soprano), Susanne Mentzer (mezzo-soprano), Adam Diegel (tenor), and David Pittsinger (bass-baritone) join the Columbus Symphony, Columbus Symphony Chorus, and Music Director Jean-Marie Zeitouni for a one-night-only season opening performance of Beethoven's Symphony No. 9, the world renowned Ode to Joy. The evening's program will also include Handel's grand ode for the coronation of England's King George II and a gentle motet by Mozart.
by BWW News Desk - October 05, 2012
Guest vocalists Dominique Labelle (soprano), Susanne Mentzer (mezzo-soprano), Adam Diegel (tenor), and David Pittsinger (bass-baritone) join the Columbus Symphony, Columbus Symphony Chorus, and Music Director Jean-Marie Zeitouni for a one-night-only season opening performance of Beethoven's Symphony No. 9, the world renowned Ode to Joy. The evening's program will also include Handel's grand ode for the coronation of England's King George II and a gentle motet by Mozart.
Music Institute of Chicago Presents Piano-Cello Duo WarnerNuzova, 11/17
by BWW News Desk - October 04, 2012
The Music Institute of Chicago presents esteemed performers and ensemble-in-residence WarnerNuzova Saturday, November 17 at 7:30 p.m. at Nichols Concert Hall, 1490 Chicago Avenue, Evanston.
by BWW News Desk - October 04, 2012
The Music Institute of Chicago presents esteemed performers and ensemble-in-residence WarnerNuzova Saturday, November 17 at 7:30 p.m. at Nichols Concert Hall, 1490 Chicago Avenue, Evanston.
Jean-Yves Thibaudet to Perform at SPA in Houston, 11/8
by BWW News Desk - October 04, 2012
One of today's most sought-after pianists, Jean-Yves Thibaudet returns to Houston for a recital concert on Thursday, Nov. 8, at 8 p.m. in Jones Hall, presented by Society for the Performing.
by BWW News Desk - October 04, 2012
One of today's most sought-after pianists, Jean-Yves Thibaudet returns to Houston for a recital concert on Thursday, Nov. 8, at 8 p.m. in Jones Hall, presented by Society for the Performing.
Gustavo Dudamel, Leif Ove Andsnes and the LA Phil Begin Beethoven Journey Tonight, 10/4
by BWW News Desk - October 04, 2012
Celebrated Norwegian pianist Leif Ove Andsnes joins Gustavo Dudamel and the Los Angeles Philharmonic in a three-year traversal of Beethoven's music for piano and orchestra, including the five numbered concertos and the Choral Fantasy.
by BWW News Desk - October 04, 2012
Celebrated Norwegian pianist Leif Ove Andsnes joins Gustavo Dudamel and the Los Angeles Philharmonic in a three-year traversal of Beethoven's music for piano and orchestra, including the five numbered concertos and the Choral Fantasy.
Markus Stenz Leads BSO in Beethoven's Symphony No. 3, 'Eroica,' 10/4 & 6
by BWW News Desk - October 04, 2012
Under the baton of debuting conductor Markus Stenz, the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra (BSO) will perform Beethoven's Symphony No. 3, "Eroica" tonight, October 4 at 8 p.m. at the Music Center at Strathmore, and Saturday, October 6 at 8 p.m. at the Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall. German violinist Kolja Blacher will make his BSO debut performing Schumann's Violin Concerto. In addition, the Orchestra will perform Chaos from Rebel's The Elements. Please see below for complete program details.
by BWW News Desk - October 04, 2012
Under the baton of debuting conductor Markus Stenz, the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra (BSO) will perform Beethoven's Symphony No. 3, "Eroica" tonight, October 4 at 8 p.m. at the Music Center at Strathmore, and Saturday, October 6 at 8 p.m. at the Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall. German violinist Kolja Blacher will make his BSO debut performing Schumann's Violin Concerto. In addition, the Orchestra will perform Chaos from Rebel's The Elements. Please see below for complete program details.
Beethoven, Copland, Bernstein, World Premieres and More Set for Atlanta Symphony's 2012-13 Season
by BWW News Desk - October 04, 2012
Atlanta Symphony Orchestra President Stanley E. Romanstein, Ph.D., Music Director Robert Spano, and Principal Guest Conductor Donald Runnicles have announced the 2012-13 season of the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra - the Orchestra's 68th season and Mr. Spano's and Mr. Runnicles's 12th season as artistic partners.
by BWW News Desk - October 04, 2012
Atlanta Symphony Orchestra President Stanley E. Romanstein, Ph.D., Music Director Robert Spano, and Principal Guest Conductor Donald Runnicles have announced the 2012-13 season of the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra - the Orchestra's 68th season and Mr. Spano's and Mr. Runnicles's 12th season as artistic partners.
Bach Festival Society Hosts Fete at Feliz Tonight, 10/4
by BWW News Desk - October 04, 2012
The Bach Festival Society has announced its third annual season-preview event, Fête at Feliz: An Evening of Merriment to Benefit the Bach Festival Society tonight, October 4, 2012. This exciting event, in partnership with Casa Feliz Historic Home Museum, features a special preview of upcoming works with Artistic Director and Conductor Dr. John V. Sinclair and music performed by members of the Bach Festival Choir and Orchestra.
by BWW News Desk - October 04, 2012
The Bach Festival Society has announced its third annual season-preview event, Fête at Feliz: An Evening of Merriment to Benefit the Bach Festival Society tonight, October 4, 2012. This exciting event, in partnership with Casa Feliz Historic Home Museum, features a special preview of upcoming works with Artistic Director and Conductor Dr. John V. Sinclair and music performed by members of the Bach Festival Choir and Orchestra.
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