FRIDAY, JULY 25, 2008 AT 8:00PM
Robert Howard & Adam LaMotte
Robert Howard, 'cello; Adam LaMotte, violin
Suite VI in D major by J. S. Bach; Seven Tunes Heard in China by Bright Sheng; Sonata for Violin and ‘Cello by Maurice Ravel; Variations Brillantes sur ‘God Save the King’ by A. F. Servais
Heard locally performing with the San Francisco Symphony and the Philharmonia Baroque, ‘cellist Robert Howard contrasts one of Bach’s beloved ‘cello suites with a suite of variations on Chinese folk tunes by Bright Sheng. Equally at home performing new and contemporary works as well as historically informed performances on period instruments, Adam LaMotte joins Howard for duos by Ravel and Servais.
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Robert Howard & Adam LaMotte
Robert Howard, 'cello; Adam LaMotte, violin
Suite VI in D major by J. S. Bach; Seven Tunes Heard in China by Bright Sheng; Sonata for Violin and ‘Cello by Maurice Ravel; Variations Brillantes sur ‘God Save the King’ by A. F. Servais
Heard locally performing with the San Francisco Symphony and the Philharmonia Baroque, ‘cellist Robert Howard contrasts one of Bach’s beloved ‘cello suites with a suite of variations on Chinese folk tunes by Bright Sheng. Equally at home performing new and contemporary works as well as historically informed performances on period instruments, Adam LaMotte joins Howard for duos by Ravel and Servais.
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SUNDAY, JULY 27, 2008 AT 4:00PM
V Woodwind Quintet
Christine Page, flute; Don Pender, oboe; Rachel Dusenbury, clarinet; Virginia Scudder, bassoon; Justin Fletcher, horn
Le Cheminee du Roi Rene, Op. 205 by Darius Milhaud; Quintet in E flat, Op. 71 by Ludwig van Beethoven; selections from Wind Quintet, Op. 159 by Alan Hovhaness; Andantino from Symphonic Metamorphosis on themes by Carl Maria von Weber by Paul Hindemith; Trois pieces breves by Jacques Ibert; Kleine Kammermusik fur funf Blaser, Op. 24, No. 2 by Paul Hindemith; Divertimento No. 1 in B flat by Joseph Haydn; Three Sea Sketches by George F. McKay
Don Pender oboe and English horn with the Silicon Valley Symphony and past Deacon of Old First form "V" Woodwind Quintet about 2 years ago. We have played several concerts in the bay area and have been donating our time for symphony fund raisers, senior centers and have played for weddings and churches services around the bay area.The other members of the quintet are members of the Silicon Valley Symphony, Symphony Parnassus, Civic Symphony and Mill Valley Philharmonic.
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V Woodwind Quintet
Christine Page, flute; Don Pender, oboe; Rachel Dusenbury, clarinet; Virginia Scudder, bassoon; Justin Fletcher, horn
Le Cheminee du Roi Rene, Op. 205 by Darius Milhaud; Quintet in E flat, Op. 71 by Ludwig van Beethoven; selections from Wind Quintet, Op. 159 by Alan Hovhaness; Andantino from Symphonic Metamorphosis on themes by Carl Maria von Weber by Paul Hindemith; Trois pieces breves by Jacques Ibert; Kleine Kammermusik fur funf Blaser, Op. 24, No. 2 by Paul Hindemith; Divertimento No. 1 in B flat by Joseph Haydn; Three Sea Sketches by George F. McKay
Don Pender oboe and English horn with the Silicon Valley Symphony and past Deacon of Old First form "V" Woodwind Quintet about 2 years ago. We have played several concerts in the bay area and have been donating our time for symphony fund raisers, senior centers and have played for weddings and churches services around the bay area.The other members of the quintet are members of the Silicon Valley Symphony, Symphony Parnassus, Civic Symphony and Mill Valley Philharmonic.
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SATURDAY, AUGUST 9, 2008 AT 8:00PM
Hildegard: Ordo Virtutum (Ritual of the Virtues)
San Francisco Renaissance Voices
Todd Jolly, Music Director; Deepak Ram, bansuri; Diana Rowan, Celtic harp
Hildegard von Bingen (1098–1179), a visionary, mystic nun was nothing less than extraordinary; her many accomplishments include physician, artist, author, herbalist, advisor to popes and kings, and composer of this, what is considered by many to be the first opera. San Francisco Renaissance Voices brings this piece of rarely performed music from the Middle Ages to life in this fusion concert incorporating the traditional instrumental music and dance of India.
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Hildegard: Ordo Virtutum (Ritual of the Virtues)
San Francisco Renaissance Voices
Todd Jolly, Music Director; Deepak Ram, bansuri; Diana Rowan, Celtic harp
Hildegard von Bingen (1098–1179), a visionary, mystic nun was nothing less than extraordinary; her many accomplishments include physician, artist, author, herbalist, advisor to popes and kings, and composer of this, what is considered by many to be the first opera. San Francisco Renaissance Voices brings this piece of rarely performed music from the Middle Ages to life in this fusion concert incorporating the traditional instrumental music and dance of India.
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SUNDAY, AUGUST 10, 2008 AT 3:00PM
San Francisco Guitar Quartet
please note special time
Mark Simons; Patrick O'Connell; David Dueñas; Patrick Francis, guitars
the World Premiers of Flowing Through-Rhapsody on a Theme of Egberto Gismonti by Christopher Gainey and Chasing Dragons by Darin Au; Lotus Eaters and Pacific Coast Highway by Andrew York; Chasing Light by Gary Eister; selected mazurkas by Karol Szymanowski; Bluezilian by Clarice Assad; Toccata and Cuban Landscape with Rabin by Leo Brouwer; Marenje and Attained Elusiveness by Mark Knippel; and McAllister Street Blues by Patrick Francis
Founded in 1997, the San Francisco Guitar Quartet has established itself as an enduring presence in the guitar world through its groundbreaking concerts and recordings. Grounded in tradition, they are committed proponents of new music; coalescing classical, world, and improvisatory musical traditions.
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San Francisco Guitar Quartet
please note special time
Mark Simons; Patrick O'Connell; David Dueñas; Patrick Francis, guitars
the World Premiers of Flowing Through-Rhapsody on a Theme of Egberto Gismonti by Christopher Gainey and Chasing Dragons by Darin Au; Lotus Eaters and Pacific Coast Highway by Andrew York; Chasing Light by Gary Eister; selected mazurkas by Karol Szymanowski; Bluezilian by Clarice Assad; Toccata and Cuban Landscape with Rabin by Leo Brouwer; Marenje and Attained Elusiveness by Mark Knippel; and McAllister Street Blues by Patrick Francis
Founded in 1997, the San Francisco Guitar Quartet has established itself as an enduring presence in the guitar world through its groundbreaking concerts and recordings. Grounded in tradition, they are committed proponents of new music; coalescing classical, world, and improvisatory musical traditions.
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FRIDAY, AUGUST 15, 2008 AT 8:00PM
Joel Fan
Joel Fan, piano
Cristal by César Camargo Mariano; Choro No. 5, “Alma Brasileira” (Soul of Brazil) by Heiter Villa-Lobos; Sonata No. 1 by Alberto Ginastera; La Nuit du Destin by Dia Succari; Sonata No. 31 in A-flat, Op. 110 by Ludwig van Beethoven; Troubled Waters by Margaret Bonds; Sonata by Samuel Barber; Concert Paraphrase of Verdi's 'Rigoletto' by Franz Liszt
Rising star pianist Joel Fan recently made his New York recital debut at the Metropolitan Museum. His interpretations have been called “freshly conceived and full of character” and "flamboyant" (New York Times). He has been described as “a soaring talent” and “technical wonder” (Los Angeles Times), plus a “versatile and sensitive pianist” (Washington Post). Fan's recent appearances include the Royal Stockholm Philharmonic with conductor Alan Gilbert, and the New York Philharmonic with conductor David Zinman and cellist Yo-Yo Ma. Fan is a member of Yo-Yo Ma's Silk Road Ensemble. He is making his San Francisco recital debut in one of his trademark eclectic programs featuring world and traditional music.
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Joel Fan
Joel Fan, piano
Cristal by César Camargo Mariano; Choro No. 5, “Alma Brasileira” (Soul of Brazil) by Heiter Villa-Lobos; Sonata No. 1 by Alberto Ginastera; La Nuit du Destin by Dia Succari; Sonata No. 31 in A-flat, Op. 110 by Ludwig van Beethoven; Troubled Waters by Margaret Bonds; Sonata by Samuel Barber; Concert Paraphrase of Verdi's 'Rigoletto' by Franz Liszt
Rising star pianist Joel Fan recently made his New York recital debut at the Metropolitan Museum. His interpretations have been called “freshly conceived and full of character” and "flamboyant" (New York Times). He has been described as “a soaring talent” and “technical wonder” (Los Angeles Times), plus a “versatile and sensitive pianist” (Washington Post). Fan's recent appearances include the Royal Stockholm Philharmonic with conductor Alan Gilbert, and the New York Philharmonic with conductor David Zinman and cellist Yo-Yo Ma. Fan is a member of Yo-Yo Ma's Silk Road Ensemble. He is making his San Francisco recital debut in one of his trademark eclectic programs featuring world and traditional music.
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FRIDAY, AUGUST 22, 2008 AT 8:00PM
An Evening of Profondo Delights & Laments
A Celebration of the Bass Voice
Gregory Stapp, basso profondo; Robert Ashens, piano
Come explore the true treasures of the deep, wonderful music for the basso profondo. Discover love songs, ballads, comedy and tragedy among the sparkling jewels of Mozart, Gounod, Strauss, Ravel, Schumann, Flégier, Meyerbeer, Fischer, Saint-Saëns, Loewe, Lachner, Elliot, Petrie, Solman and Bloomfield. Featured as Sarastro on Great Performances: Live From Lincoln Center and widely acclaimed as Osmin, Gregory Stapp’s deeply melodious bass voice has also been heard in 30 productions with San Franciscco Opera, many of which were broadcast over NPR. Now Gregory Stapp is joined by renowned pianist (and conductor) Robert Ashens for this extraordinary evening of music devoted to the lowest of human voices. Please join us for what promises to be a fascinating evening of delights (and laments)!
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An Evening of Profondo Delights & Laments
A Celebration of the Bass Voice
Gregory Stapp, basso profondo; Robert Ashens, piano
Come explore the true treasures of the deep, wonderful music for the basso profondo. Discover love songs, ballads, comedy and tragedy among the sparkling jewels of Mozart, Gounod, Strauss, Ravel, Schumann, Flégier, Meyerbeer, Fischer, Saint-Saëns, Loewe, Lachner, Elliot, Petrie, Solman and Bloomfield. Featured as Sarastro on Great Performances: Live From Lincoln Center and widely acclaimed as Osmin, Gregory Stapp’s deeply melodious bass voice has also been heard in 30 productions with San Franciscco Opera, many of which were broadcast over NPR. Now Gregory Stapp is joined by renowned pianist (and conductor) Robert Ashens for this extraordinary evening of music devoted to the lowest of human voices. Please join us for what promises to be a fascinating evening of delights (and laments)!
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SUNDAY, AUGUST 24, 2008 AT 4:00PM
Dennis Edwards
Dennis Edwards, piano; Steve Webber, bass
Works from the Great American Songbook, including music by George Gershwin, Richard Rodgers, Cole Porter, Henry Mancini, and Irving Berlin. The program will also include biographical anecdotes and stories about the composers and their music.
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Dennis Edwards
Dennis Edwards, piano; Steve Webber, bass
Works from the Great American Songbook, including music by George Gershwin, Richard Rodgers, Cole Porter, Henry Mancini, and Irving Berlin. The program will also include biographical anecdotes and stories about the composers and their music.
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SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 7, 2008 AT 4:00PM
The Bloom Trio
PLEASE NOTE: THIS CONCERT HAS BEEN CANCELED
Claudia Bloom, violin; Jonathan Bloom, 'cello; Madeline Bloom, piano
Trio No. 2 in B minor, Op. 76 by Turina; Trio in E minor, Op. 90 ‘Dumky’ by Dvorák; Piano Trio in A minor by Ravel
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The Bloom Trio
PLEASE NOTE: THIS CONCERT HAS BEEN CANCELED
Claudia Bloom, violin; Jonathan Bloom, 'cello; Madeline Bloom, piano
Trio No. 2 in B minor, Op. 76 by Turina; Trio in E minor, Op. 90 ‘Dumky’ by Dvorák; Piano Trio in A minor by Ravel
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FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 2008 AT 8:00PM
The Tenenbaum Sonatas
Toby Tenenbaum, piano
These 18 sonatas are entirely original compositions. Composing them was a project that occupied me during the late '90's and early years of this century. I was inspired by the Italian harpsichord composer Domenico Scarlatti's sonatas, whose 550 examples of keyboard inventiveness, virtuosity and perennial freshness are one of the treasures of our pianistic repertoire. Capturing my improvisations and translating them into the binary form favored by Scarlatti was a delightful discipline: learning them for my 2005 recording challenged my technique and my pianism. I'm pleased to be presenting them live and sharing their many moods and colors that continue to surprise and delight me.
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The Tenenbaum Sonatas
Toby Tenenbaum, piano
These 18 sonatas are entirely original compositions. Composing them was a project that occupied me during the late '90's and early years of this century. I was inspired by the Italian harpsichord composer Domenico Scarlatti's sonatas, whose 550 examples of keyboard inventiveness, virtuosity and perennial freshness are one of the treasures of our pianistic repertoire. Capturing my improvisations and translating them into the binary form favored by Scarlatti was a delightful discipline: learning them for my 2005 recording challenged my technique and my pianism. I'm pleased to be presenting them live and sharing their many moods and colors that continue to surprise and delight me.
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SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2008 AT 8:00PM
Schola Cantorum San Francisco
Western Wind, When Wilt Thou Blow?
Founded in 1998 by Director Emeritus John Renke, Schola Cantorum San Francisco (SCHOLASF) has caught the attention of audiences and critics in and beyond the Bay Area for its purity of sound, careful tuning, and fine blend of voices. The members of ScholaSF have performed with many of the finest choral ensembles in the Western U.S., including Chanticleer, American Bach Soloists, Philharmonia Baroque Orchestra Chorale, and the choruses of the San Francisco Opera and Symphony. Especially known for its interpretations of Renaissance polyphony, the group is equally at home in a broad range of choral styles, from Gregorian chant to contemporary works. For their program today, ScholaSF will perform English music from the time of Henry VIII, including Western Wind Mass and Le Roy Kyrie by John Taverner, as well as motets and songs by Richard Pygott, William Cornysh, Christopher Tye, and even Henry VIII himself!
To hear performances, purchase recordings, join the mailing list, offer a donation, or make inquiries, visit www.scholasf.org.
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Schola Cantorum San Francisco
Western Wind, When Wilt Thou Blow?
Founded in 1998 by Director Emeritus John Renke, Schola Cantorum San Francisco (SCHOLASF) has caught the attention of audiences and critics in and beyond the Bay Area for its purity of sound, careful tuning, and fine blend of voices. The members of ScholaSF have performed with many of the finest choral ensembles in the Western U.S., including Chanticleer, American Bach Soloists, Philharmonia Baroque Orchestra Chorale, and the choruses of the San Francisco Opera and Symphony. Especially known for its interpretations of Renaissance polyphony, the group is equally at home in a broad range of choral styles, from Gregorian chant to contemporary works. For their program today, ScholaSF will perform English music from the time of Henry VIII, including Western Wind Mass and Le Roy Kyrie by John Taverner, as well as motets and songs by Richard Pygott, William Cornysh, Christopher Tye, and even Henry VIII himself!
To hear performances, purchase recordings, join the mailing list, offer a donation, or make inquiries, visit www.scholasf.org.
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SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 21, 2008 AT 4:00PM
Koto Ensemble Lantana
Shoko Hikage; Ryuko Mizutani; Michie Kobayashi; Noriko Tsuboi; Brian Mitsuhiro Wong; Kanoko Nishi, kotos; Carla Kihlstedt, Violin
The World Premiere of Night Procession of the Hundred Demons by Hyo-shin Na; Adios Nonino by Astor Piazzolla; Kareno kinuta by Tadao Sawai; Malvina by Christian Wolff; Song of Dissilusionment by Hyo-shin Na; Twining voices for Illz+ by Yuji Takahashi; Dreaming of Li-Po by Boudewijn Buckinx
Koto ensemble Lantana is an exciting new performance unit with a fresh approach to the Japanese koto and sangen (three-string). All of the members are associated with the Sawai Koto Institute of Tokyo. Founded in 1979 by Tadao Sawai and Kazue Sawai, this organization is recognized for its unique artistry and emphasis placed on contemporary music for the koto. Members all have strong training in traditional koto methods, unique experiences in the US, Japan and Thailand, and perform solo, with ensembles and in collaborations with various musicians and artists. The featured work on both concerts, Hyo-shin Na’s Night Procession of the Hundred Demons is based on an 18th century scroll of the same title by the Japanese painter Toriyama Sekien. During the piece, the koto players will sing a text which was written by the Kabuki actor Tomoemon.
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Koto Ensemble Lantana
Shoko Hikage; Ryuko Mizutani; Michie Kobayashi; Noriko Tsuboi; Brian Mitsuhiro Wong; Kanoko Nishi, kotos; Carla Kihlstedt, Violin
The World Premiere of Night Procession of the Hundred Demons by Hyo-shin Na; Adios Nonino by Astor Piazzolla; Kareno kinuta by Tadao Sawai; Malvina by Christian Wolff; Song of Dissilusionment by Hyo-shin Na; Twining voices for Illz+ by Yuji Takahashi; Dreaming of Li-Po by Boudewijn Buckinx
Koto ensemble Lantana is an exciting new performance unit with a fresh approach to the Japanese koto and sangen (three-string). All of the members are associated with the Sawai Koto Institute of Tokyo. Founded in 1979 by Tadao Sawai and Kazue Sawai, this organization is recognized for its unique artistry and emphasis placed on contemporary music for the koto. Members all have strong training in traditional koto methods, unique experiences in the US, Japan and Thailand, and perform solo, with ensembles and in collaborations with various musicians and artists. The featured work on both concerts, Hyo-shin Na’s Night Procession of the Hundred Demons is based on an 18th century scroll of the same title by the Japanese painter Toriyama Sekien. During the piece, the koto players will sing a text which was written by the Kabuki actor Tomoemon.
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