Explore the merging of cultural traditions through music. Sibelius’ Symphony No. 1 combines Finnish folk influences with the Russian Romantic style of Tchaikovsky, while Ravel’s Piano Concerto fuses French music with American jazz. Program Say: Grand BazaarRavel: Piano Concerto in G MajorSibelius: Symphony No. 1 Artists David Danzmayr, ConductorLouis Schwizgebel, Piano
Grammy-award winning Canadian bass-baritone Gerald Finley is a leading singer and dramatic interpreter of his generation. In this not- to-be-missed recital he joins pianist Julius Drake who has an international reputation as one of the finest instrumentalists in his field. “Mr. Finley has long been recognized as a recitalist of rare versatility, a concert artist…
Since winning the Premio Paolo Borciani competition in Italy in 2005, the Pavel Haas Quartet has established itself as one of the great chamber ensembles of today, performing at the world’s most prestigious concert halls and recording five award-winning CDs. Program: Monday – Haydn: Quartet in G Major, Op. 76, No. 1; Martinů: Quartet No. 7 “Concerto da Camera,” H. 314; Schubert:…
Since winning the Premio Paolo Borciani competition in Italy in 2005, the Pavel Haas Quartet has established itself as one of the great chamber ensembles of today, performing at the world’s most prestigious concert halls and recording five award-winning CDs. Program: Monday – Haydn: Quartet in G Major, Op. 76, No. 1; Martinů: Quartet No. 7 “Concerto da Camera,” H. 314; Schubert:…
Polish countertenor Jakub Józef Orliński, hailed by critics and audiences alike, is quickly gaining a reputation as a singer of striking vocal beauty and daring stagecraft. For this vocal recital, award-winning Polish collaborative pianist Michał Biel will be joining Jakub Józef Orliński. “Jakub Józef Orliński combined beauty of tone and an uncommon unity of color…
The Rose City Brass Quintet will host an album release party at The Old Church Concert Hall on Wednesday, March 30th for a limited number of guests. Composers Dana Reason and Lars Campbell will be in attendance. All Classical Portland radio host and Club Mod Founder Robert McBride (pictured right), known for his popular pre-concert…
"Fabulousness can come in many forms, and Taylor Mac seems intent on assuming each and every one of them” (NY Times). Named “one of the most exciting theater artists of our time” (TimeOut NY), Mac has created internationally award-winning performance events that at once provoke and embrace diverse audiences. Taylor Mac’s “A 24-Decade History of Popular Music” is…
Director Rob Reiner’s film about a farm boy-turned-pirate in search of true love has become one of the most beloved comedies of all time. Featuring an all-star cast including Robin Wright and Billy Crystal, it’s a hilarious fairy tale adventure for the entire family. To miss it? Inconceivable! BEST SEATS AVAILABLE: SUN APRIL 3 at…
Director Rob Reiner’s film about a farm boy-turned-pirate in search of true love has become one of the most beloved comedies of all time. Featuring an all-star cast including Robin Wright and Billy Crystal, it’s a hilarious fairy tale adventure for the entire family. To miss it? Inconceivable! BEST SEATS AVAILABLE: SUN APRIL 3 at…
Founded in 1992 by former members of St. Thomas’s Boys Choir in Leipzig, Amarcord has become one of the world’s premier vocal ensembles. Their hallmarks include a unique tone, breathtaking homogeneity, musical authenticity, and a good dose of charm and humor. The program will feature music from Italian madrigals to German lieder to folksongs from around the…
Director Rob Reiner’s film about a farm boy-turned-pirate in search of true love has become one of the most beloved comedies of all time. Featuring an all-star cast including Robin Wright and Billy Crystal, it’s a hilarious fairy tale adventure for the entire family. To miss it? Inconceivable! BEST SEATS AVAILABLE: SUN APRIL 3 at…
April 5th ~ Nordic Nook Monolog 17 on Swedish Folk Songs, by Erland von Koch Icelandic folk musicVocalise, by Povilas Syrrist-Gelgota (Norway)Bravoustudien (excerpts), by Poul Ruders (Denmark)Papillon #1, by Kaija Saariaho (Finland)Variations for Solo Cello, by Jean Sibelius (Finland)