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Aug 1, 2024 |
Skaneateles Festival-Recital with James Ehnes |
Dates: |
Thursday, August 1st at 8:00pm |
Auditorium: |
The First Presbyterian Church |
Contact: |
Susan Mark |
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97 E Genesse St |
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Skaneateles, NY United States |
Phone: |
3156857418 |
e-mail: |
music@skanfest.org |
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http://skanfest.org |
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Violinist James Ehnes’s combination of stunning virtuosity and serene lyricism make him one of the most sought-after violinists in the world. He performs regularly with leading orchestras, such as the London Symphony and New York Philharmonic, and recently won a GRAMMY Award for best classical instrumental solo. Ehnes makes his Festival debut with pianist Andrew Armstrong, known for “freshness and spontaneity” (Gramophone), performing two sonatas by Brahms and Carl Sinding’s virtuosic Suite in the Old Style.
Program:
· BRAHMS Violin Sonata No. 1, Op. 78
· SINDING Suite in the Old Style, Op. 10
· BRAHMS Violin Sonata No. 3, Op. 108 |
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Aug 1, 2024 |
Takeover @ The Baker-Baum |
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This “takeover” concert, curated by renowned composer Thomas Adès, showcases him as composer, teacher, pianist, and conductor, and includes the U.S. premiere of “Forgotten Dances” with international guitar sensation Sean Shibe.
FRANCISCO COLL
Turia
Sean Shibe, guitar; Emi Ferguson, flute; Mark Simpson, clarinet/bass clarinet; Michael Yeung, percussion; Abeo Quartet, Anna Han, piano; Thomas Adès, conductor
THOMAS ADÈS
Forgotten Dances – US Premiere
Sean Shibe, guitar
DE FALLA
Concerto for Piano, Flute, Oboe, Clarinet, Violin and Cello
Thomas Adès, piano; Emi Ferguson, flute; Nicholas Daniel, oboe; Tommaso Lonquich, clarinet; SooBeen Lee, violin; Leland Ko, cello |
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Aug 3, 2024 |
Resilience |
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This concert unites the poignant Mendelssohn siblings’ works—Fanny’s unduly neglected remarkable work and Felix’s stirring String Quartet, a reaction to her early passing—with compositions by artists silenced or oppressed during WWII. It embodies the spirit of perseverance and the unbreakable will of the human spirit through music.
F. MENDELSSOHN
Piano Trio in D Minor, Op.11
Erin Keefe, violin; Jay Campbell, cello; Joyce Yang, piano
CASTELNUOVO-TEDESCO
Guitar Quintet, Op.143
Sean Shibe, guitar
Abeo Quartet
Njioma Grevious, Rebecca Benjamin, violins
James Kang, viola
Macintyre Taback, cello
SCHULHOFF
Divertissement for Oboe, Clarinet, Bassoon
Nicholas Daniel, oboe; Tommaso Lonquich, clarinet; Eleni Katz, bassoon
MENDELSSOHN
String Quartet No. 6 in F Minor, Op. 80
Tessa Lark, Rebecca Benjamin, violins; Nicole Divall, viola; Jay Campbell, cello |
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Aug 3, 2024 |
Skaneateles Festival-Rhiannon Giddens |
Dates: |
Friday, August 2 at 8:00pm |
Auditorium: |
Robinson Pavilion at Anyela's Vinyards |
Contact: |
Susan Mark |
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2433 W Lake Rd |
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Skaneateles, NY United States |
Phone: |
3156857418 |
e-mail: |
music@skanfest.org |
Web: |
http://skanfest.org |
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Two-time GRAMMY Award and Pulitzer Prize-winning singer and multi-instrumentalist Rhiannon Giddens is a true musical explorer: she brings together folk, bluegrass, country, gospel, classical, jazz, and Celtic traditions into a voice all her own. An advocate for the neglected byways of American musical history, her soulful performances bring traditions alive in new ways. Don’t miss your chance to hear why “Rhiannon Giddens is the 21st Century’s revelator.” (NPR)
Selections to be announced from the stage.
Event Sponsored by: Noreen and Michael Falcone Fund for Artistic Excellence |
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Aug 4, 2024 |
Suite |
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This varied program blends the elegance of Bach’s Suite for Marimba, the passionate tangos of Piazzolla, the neoclassical charm of Stravinsky, and Tchaikovsky’s most beloved ballet—offering a rich tapestry of stories told through dance.
J.S. BACH
Lute Suite in E Minor, BWV 996 (arr. for marimba)
Michael Yeung, percussion
PAUL LANSKY
Three Movements for Marimba
Michael Yeung, percussion
PIAZZOLLA
Histoire du Tango
Tessa Lark, violin; Sean Shibe, guitar
STRAVINSKY
Suite Italienne
Erin Keefe, violin; Joyce Yang, piano
TCHAIKOVSKY
The Nutcracker Suite for Two Pianos
Joyce Yang, Inon Barnatan, pianos |
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Aug 6, 2024 |
Peter Pan |
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This high-flying musical has been delighting audiences of all ages for close to 70 years and is now being brought back to life in a new production directed by Emmy Award winner Lonny Price with additional book by celebrated playwright Larissa FastHorse. The adventure begins when PETER PAN and his mischievous fairy sidekick, Tinker Bell, visit the nursery of the Darling children late one night. With a sprinkle of pixie dust and a few happy thoughts, the children are taken on a magical journey they will never forget. This extraordinary musical full of excitement and adventure features iconic and timeless songs including "I'm Flying", "I Gotta Crow", "I Won't Grow Up" and "Neverland". PETER PAN embraces the child in us all so go on a journey from the second star to the right and straight on ‘til morning - your entire family will be Hooked! |
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Aug 7, 2024 |
Midweek Masterworks: Mozart & Pärt |
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“Mozart & Pärt” presents a sublime interplay between Mozart’s intricate “Dissonance” Quartet, embodying classical harmony with moments of striking discord, and Arvo Pärt’s minimalist, spiritual compositions. This concert explores how their contrasting sounds complement each other, creating a deeply reflective and harmonious dialogue across time.
ARVO PÄRT
Solfeggio
VOCES8
Andrea Haines, MaryRuth Miller, sopranos
Katie Jeffries-Harris, alto
Barnaby Smith, countertenor & Artistic Director
Blake Morgan, Euan Williamson, tenors
Christopher Moore, baritone
Dominic Carver, bass
MOZART
String Quartet No. 19 in C Major, K. 465 “Dissonance”
Erin Keefe, Stefan Jackiw, violins
Nicole Divall, viola
Sterling Elliott, cello
ARVO PÄRT
Spiegel Im Spiegel
Stefan Jackiw, violin
Inon Barnatan, piano
MOZART
Duo for Violin and Cello K.423
Blake Pouliot, violin
Sterling Elliott, cello
ARVO PÄRT
Fratres
Alisa Weilerstein, cello |
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Aug 8, 2024 |
Portland Chamber Music Festival: Perfect Fifths |
Dates: |
Thursday, August 8 |
Sponsor: |
Portland Chamber Music Festival |
Auditorium: |
Hannaford Hall |
Contact: |
Sam Kyzivat, Operations & Production Manager |
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88 Bedford St |
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Portland, ME United States |
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800-320-0257 |
e-mail: |
office@pcmf.org |
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https://www.pcmf.org/2024-8-8 |
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This enchanting evening opens PCMF’s 2024 summer season with pure joy in musical form. The Boccherini Cello Quintet is a Classical-era delight: fun and fresh, balancing gentle tunes (including a famous minuet) with the luxurious heft of lower string sounds. Dvo?ák’s Romantic quintet for piano and strings radiates grace and warmth, before blossoming into bursts of spontaneous celebration.
LUIGI BOCCHERINI String Quintet in E Major, Op. 11, No. 5 (1771)
David McCarroll and Jennifer Elowitch, violins; Melissa Reardon, viola; Angela Park and Brant Taylor, cellos
ANTONÍN DVORÁK Piano Quintet No. 2 in A Major, Op. 81 (1887)
Tien-Hsin Cindy Wu and David McCarroll, violins; Melissa Reardon, viola; Brant Taylor, cello; Henry Kramer, piano |
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Aug 8, 2024 |
Skaneateles Festival-Dover Quartet |
Dates: |
Thursday, August 8th at 8:00pm |
Auditorium: |
The First Presbyterian Church |
Contact: |
Susan Mark |
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97 E Genesse St |
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Skaneateles, NY United States |
Phone: |
3156857418 |
e-mail: |
music@skanfest.org |
Web: |
http://skanfest.org |
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Named one of the greatest quartets of the last 100 years by BBC Music Magazine, the two-time GRAMMY-nominated Dover Quartet is one of the world’s most in-demand chamber ensembles. Their Program brings together two dearly beloved string quartets, Tchaikovsky’s passionate First Quartet and Dvo?ák’s “American” Quartet, paired with another work that also draws upon American folk idioms, Jessie Montgomery’s pulsating Strum.
Program:
· Jessie MONTGOMERY: Strum
· DVORÁK: Quartet in F Major, Op. 96 (“American”)
· TCHAIKOVSKY: Quartet No. 1 in D Major, Op. 11
*The Dover Quartet appears by arrangement with the Curtis Institute of Music, where it serves as the Penelope P. Watkins Ensemble in Residence.
Event Sponsored by: Dave Graham, Fred & Ginny Marty, Pete & Betsy McKinnell
Location: First Presbyterian Church
Cost: $32.00 - $45.00 |
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Aug 9, 2024 |
Gratitude |
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This concert unfolds as a heartfelt tribute through the intimate language of chamber music, featuring Bach’s reflective early cantata, selections by VOCES8 spanning several centuries, and Beethoven’s “Archduke” Trio, a musical note of gratitude to his most devoted patron. This concert embodies a journey of thankfulness, from Baroque introspection to Classical exuberance, celebrating the enduring human spirit of appreciation and connection.
J.S. BACH
Nach dir, Herr, verlanget mich, BWV 150
GIBBONS
O Clap Your Hands
MOUTON
Nesciens mater
CAROLINE SHAW
And the swallow
RACHMANINOFF
Bogoroditse Devo
JAKE RUNESTAD
Let My Love Be Heard
REENA ESMAIL
When the Violin
VOCES8
Andrea Haines, MaryRuth Miller, sopranos; Katie Jeffries-Harris, alto; Barnaby Smith, countertenor & Artistic Director; Blake Morgan, Euan Williamson, tenors; Christopher Moore, baritone; Dominic Carver, bass
BEETHOVEN
Piano Trio in B-flat Major, Op. 97 “Archduke” |
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