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Apr 26 Friday
“OSFL Principal Strings” will be performed by Quartetto Masuno—five principal musicians from the Orchestra of the Southern Finger Lakes. Hosted at the Park Church located at 208 Gray Street in Elmira, NY on Friday, April 26 at 7:30 PM, a pre-concert reception includes wine tasting by Lakewood Vineyards beginning at 6:30. Led by OSFL Concertmaster Augusto Diemecke, Quartetto Masuno signifies “quartet plus one” coming together as a whole in unity. The epitome of string quartet/quintet experience is to play together as one. The audience will witness that effect as the group performs two iconic chamber music pieces by Franz Schubert. Along with Concertmaster Diemecke, this stellar lineup of virtuosic musicians from the OSFL includes Assistant Concertmaster Debrah Devine, Assistant Principal Viola Joanne Lowe, Principal Cello Christine Lowe-Diemecke, and Assistant Principal Cello S. Shade Zajac. Together, they will breathe life into two timeless masterpieces by Franz Schubert, immersing audiences in the rich tapestry of the chamber music tradition. Set the stage for a delightful evening of cultural enrichment and musical immersion at the historical Park Church.
The Catskill Choral Society is proud to present Carl Orff’s Carmina Burana to be performed on Friday, April 26th at 7:30pm and then again on Saturday, April 27th at 3:00pm at the beautiful and acoustically designed First United Methodist Church at 66 Chestnut Street in Oneonta. The 70 plus Choral Singers are under the direction of Dr. G. Robert Kolb with musical accompaniment by Fedeliz Cambell and Tim Horne. Percussionists from members of the Catskill Symphony Orchestra. There will be three premier soloists, Laura Enslin, Brian Collett and David Kolb. The performance will include Dancers and the Youth/Children’s Choir under the direction of Ms. Cynthia Donaldson. Don’t miss this presentation of this well known 20th Century rendition of 13th Century Poems, Songs and Text from Diaries.
Apr 27 Saturday
Oneonta—Adirondack folksinger Dan Berggren will give a concert on Saturday,April 27th at 7:00 pm to raise funds for a school in Mali, West Africa. It will be heldat the Unitarian Universalist Society of Oneonta at 12 Ford Ave. Doors will open at6:30 when a Mali Market with crafts and African jewelry for sale to also raisemoney for the school. Free refreshments will be available. Concert tickets are bydonation.According to a media release, Dan Berggren is a tradition-based folk singerwhose songs explore the many dimensions of home, hard working folks, takingcare of our planet and each other. His roots are in the Adirondacks, but his musichas branched out across many borders where he has entertained audiences acrossthe US as well as countries in Europe and Africa. Bill McKibben, author andenvironmental activist said, “Dan is a throwback to the old role of folk singer…he’s articulating things that need to be said right now.” Dan’s songs touch some ofthe key issues facing our world today.The Unitarian Universalist Society has been supporting Youchaou’s Schoolin Mali, West Africa, for 19 years with sponsorships for children and contributionsto the infrastructure. Dan is donating his time for this concert and all proceeds willgo to help the school.On Sunday morning, April 28 th at 10:30 Dan will lead the worship service atthe Unitarian Universalist Society with the theme “The Spirit of the Earth in Musicand Verse.” All are welcome. For more information visithttp://www.uuso.org. Dan's music can be heard at http://berggrenfolk.com
Come join us for a night of soulful folk music with Dan Berggren at the Unitarian Universalist Society of Oneonta located at 12 Ford Ave. A tradition-based songsmith, Dan Berggren writes with honesty, humor and a strong sense of place. His songs explore the many dimensions of home, hard-working folks, taking care of our planet and each other. Tickets are by donation and benefit Ecole Privee Youchaou School in Mali, West Africa. Doors open at 6:30 for the sale of Dan's CDs, African Fabric Goods, Malian Jewelery, and more!
Come join us for a night of soulful folk music with Dan Berggren at the Unitarian Universalist Society of Oneonta located at 12 Ford Ave. A tradition-based songsmith, Dan Berggren writes with honesty, humor and a strong sense of place. His songs explore the many dimensions of home, hard-working folks, taking care of our planet and each other. Tickets are by donation and benefit Ecole Privee Youchaou School in Mali, West Africa. Doors open at 6:30 for the sale of Dan's CDs, African Fabric Goods, Malian Jewelry, and more!
Tret’s musical journey has a unique trajectory. She started out as vocalist/guitarist with Spencer Davis. Lowell George of Little Feat produced her first solo recording; and she opened for bands like Yes, Poco and J. Geils. In the 1980’s Tret left the pop music world and, over time, became a highly influential and well-loved figure in the women’s music movement. She has garnered numerous awards for her music, and also is an inspiring painter.
La La Land presents traditional & contemporary folkmusic with nationally & internationally known performers.Sally Rogers & Claudia Schmidt have been on the folk scene since the 80s. They are incredibly dynamic performers & multi-instrumentalists in their own right, but together, they create transmissible joy which audiences find difficult to resist!
Apr 28 Sunday
Claudia Schmidt and Sally Rogers have been weaving their voices, dulcimers, and guitars together for almost four decades, creating an atmosphere of joy and musical lushness that audiences find so irresistible, they frequently join right in. Their soaring harmonies, fascinating double dulcimer work, and the mix of 6- and 12-string guitars, enhance a mix of original works, traditional tunes, and pieces by fellow contemporary songwriters.
Claudia’s performances weave music, poetry, story, laughter, drama, and celebrating the moment. She has always included her original work along with very personal versions of the work of others, what you get is a unique look at the world from someone who says what she sees with clarity, humor, and wonder. The San Francisco Bay Guardian said: “Schmidt's shows are a lot like falling in love. You never know what's going to happen next, chances are it's going to be wonderful, every moment is burned into your memory and you know you'll never be the same again.”
Sally Rogers began her career as a full-time touring musician in 1979, after encouragement from Stan Rogers, the legendary Canadian singer-songwriter. That was followed by an invitation from Garrison Keillor to appear on A Prairie Home Companion. She appeared more than a dozen times on that show, which launched her performing career. Her travels have since taken her to Europe, China, Hungary and Poland, England and Scotland and across the United States. Her concerts enfold the audience in the music as they are encouraged to join in throughout the evening. Her gorgeous singing voice, boundless energy and good humor are welcomed from coast to coast.
There is a self-running jam on concert nights beginning 90 minutes before each concert when we get in the building to set up. Bring your instrument and come jam with us!
In a fresh twist, area-renown poets take the stage to perform with interpretive musicians with “The Verb Takes a Walk: Poetry Meets Music,” on Sunday, July 23, at the Lansing Performance Hall from 3:00 to 5:00. Featuring Peaches Gillette, Brooke Lange, Daphne Sola, Adin Luca, and Mike Finn, it promises to deliver poetry and music interactions in a memorably unique way.
“During Beatnik times, poetry and music hooked up,” according to Mark Zuss, former poetry professor and organizer of this Savage Club sponsored event. “But since those Kerouac days, this whole genre has been largely lost.”
Each of the “mixed media” readings that afternoon involve readings of diverse original poetry that is matched with live musical or other artform accompaniments or interpretations of that poetry. One of the many highlights is a reading by the 95-year-old poet, Daphne Sola, who will be followed by a high school protégé.
The Syracuse Vocal Ensemble will present their concert, Kids’ Stuff, on Saturday, April 28, at the Earlville Opera House in Earlville, New York at 3pm. The program presents great choral music that sets the texts of children’s literature such as Mother Goose, Goodnight Moon, the Velveteen Rabbit and Alice in Wonderland. Featured composers are René Clausen, Eric Whitacre and a commissioned work by Megan Hook. The texts will be read by actors Susan and Michael Barbour prior to each piece. Come revisit favorites from your childhood and share these great texts with your families. Tickets for the Earlville Opera House performance are $15 regular price, $10 students and 17 and under, and $7.50 for college students. Tickets for the Earlville performance may be purchased at the door, online at https://www.earlvilleoperahouse.com or by calling the opera house at (315) 691-3550. This project is made possible with funds from the Delmas Foundation and the Earlville Opera House.