Sweet, singing lines stem from the fingertips of Russian pianist Yulianna Avdeeva as she joins Pacific Symphony to perform the compelling melodies of Chopin's Piano Concerto No. 1, led by Music Director Carl St.Clair. Winner of the First Prize at the International Frédéric Chopin Competition in 2010, Avdeeva has been praised especially for her Chopin interpretations: “Her pacing is born of intelligent feeling and clarity of thought, and her ability to finesse Chopin's inner voices puts many to shame” (The Guardian). Chopin himself was a prodigy and wrote with glittering aesthetics for piano like no other composer ever would. Following this expressive piano solo, St.Clair takes the orchestra on the courageous journey created by Richard Strauss in his tone poem, “Ein Heldenleben” (A Hero's Life). The work is held dear by St.Clair and the orchestra, who performed it on the European tour in 2006 to glowing reviews, and it features Concertmaster Raymond Kobler playing the solo violin representative of Strauss' wife, Pauline.
The Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra joins with one of the world's most celebrated violinists, Joshua Bell, and Victor de Sabata Guest Conductor Gianandrea Noseda for a BNY Mellon Grand Classics program inspired by dramatic tales and far off lands tonight, February 28 to March 2 at Heinz Hall.
The Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra joins with one of the world's most celebrated violinists, Joshua Bell, and Victor de Sabata Guest Conductor Gianandrea Noseda for a BNY Mellon Grand Classics program inspired by dramatic tales and far off lands on February 28 to March 2 at Heinz Hall.
For 25 years, music lovers at Vicky's of Santa Fe and around the world have agreed with the Chicago Sun Times, 'There is only one Doug Montgomery.' His unforgettable live performances and his numerous versatile recordings reveal the vast talent of this world-class musician and his repeat engagements at some of the country's premier private and corporate events proves the appeal is surely the music but also the man himself.
Tonight, January 18 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, January 19 at 3:00 p.m., in Zankel Hall, the critically acclaimed Takacs Quartet performs a complete Bartok string quartet cycle-a musical touchstone of the 20th century, composed over a span of three decades.
Internationally renowned concert organist and recording artist Gail Archer releases her seventh solo album with The Muse's Voice: A Celebration of Women Composers performed on the Gabe M. Wiener Organ (Casavant, 2002) at New York City's Central Synagogue. Featuring works by today's leading female composers including Jennifer Higdon, Nadia Boulanger, Jeanne Demessieux and Judith Bingham, The Muse's Voice enthralls listeners with Archer's ability to leap seamlessly from baroque to late romantic and modern eras.
Tickets will go on sale beginning Mon, Dec 16, NOON for a newly scheduled second performance of Echoes of History: Osmo Vänskä & the Musicians of the Minnesota Orchestra. Order your tickets online, or call U of M Tickets and Events at 612-624-2345.
On Saturday, January 18 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, January 19 at 3:00 p.m., in Zankel Hall, the critically acclaimed Takacs Quartet performs a complete Bartok string quartet cycle-a musical touchstone of the 20th century, composed over a span of three decades. On January 18, Takacs Quartet presents quartets numbers 1, 3, and 5, followed by numbers 2, 4, and 6 on January 19, showcasing the development of the prolific composer's compositional style throughout the years.
The Bach Festival Society congratulates the winners of the 21st Annual Young Artist Competition, held on Saturday, November 23. Over 45 entrants from around the state competed, with twelve prize-winning contestants advancing to the final round. The finalist recital was open to the public and was enjoyed by over 150 guests. The top three winners are listed below along with the piece each performed for the final round of judging.
Today Berkeley Repertory Theatre announced that award-winning actor and musician Hershey Felder will return to star inHershey Felder as Leonard Bernstein in Maestro about the amazing life of American composer and conductor Leonard Bernstein.
A world-class ensemble of Hungarian origin, the GRAMMY Award-winning Takacs Quartet will perform in Houston for one night only, tonight, Oct. 24 at 8 p.m. in Stude Hall at Rice University, presented by Society for the Performing Arts.
Nominated for Tony, Emmy, and Grammy awards, Lar Lubovitch has been cited by The New York Times as "one of the ten best choreographers in the world," and his New York City-based dance company has been called a "national treasure" by Variety. Lar Lubovich Dance Company will perform a mixed-rep program, including a performance of Lubovitch's 2011 Crisis Variations, which features a score by UT Associate Professor in Composition Yevgeniy Sharlat. Crisis Variations will be performed to live music by UT faculty ensemble D-Tack under the direction of conductor Ransom Wilson.
A world-class ensemble of Hungarian origin, the GRAMMY Award-winning Takacs Quartet will perform in Houston for one night only, Thursday, Oct. 24 at 8 p.m. in Stude Hall at Rice University, presented by Society for the Performing Arts.
A world-class ensemble of Hungarian origin, the GRAMMY Award-winning Takacs Quartet will perform in Houston for one night only, Thursday, Oct. 24 at 8 p.m. in Stude Hall at Rice University, presented by Society for the Performing Arts.
The Deering Estate At Cutler presents The 2013 2014 'Living Artist Concert Series', from September 2013 - May 2014 at the Deering Estate at Cutler, 16701 SW 72 Avenue, Miami, Fla.
Berkeley Repertory Theatre has announced The Pianist of Willesden Lane, a one-woman play starring internationally acclaimed pianist and storyteller Mona Golabek. Based on the book The Children of Willesden Lane by Golabek and Lee Cohen, the play is set in Vienna in 1938 and in London during the Blitzkrieg and tells the true story of Golabek's mother, Lisa Jura, a young Jewish musician whose dreams are interrupted by the Nazi regime. In this poignant show, Golabek performs some of the world's most beautiful music live as she relates the real-life legacy of her mother's quest to survive.
As Houston's leading performing arts presenter, Society for the Performing Arts (SPA) has announced its 2013-2014 season filled with music, dance and family entertainment from the world's best artists and companies.
The Laguna Playhouse Executive and Artistic Directors, Karen Wood and Ann E. Wareham will present their second special bonus offering of their 2013 season, the world premiere production of a new musical play, ROCKSTAR, featuring the music of Franz Liszt and others, written and performed by Hershey Felder and directed by Trevor Hay.
