Showing posts with label music. Show all posts
Showing posts with label music. Show all posts

Wednesday, October 24, 2012

Chamber Music Concert at Saddleback College

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L-R:  Robert Palmer, Anna Vaiman, Peter Opie

 Rancho Santa Margarita, CA , CA – The Reflections of the Ocean Classical Keyboard Series at Saddleback College, Department of Music, announced  the American Piano Trio will be in concert on Monday, November 19th at 7 pm in the McKinney Theatre. The trio is made up of three outstanding international touring and recording artists.


Anna Vayman is an Associate Professor of Violin at Ball State University and a member of the American Piano Trio. A native of St. Petersburg, Russia, she has been a soloist with many orchestras in Russia and the U.S. including solo performances under the baton of Valery Gergiev, 

 Yury Temirkanov and Gianandrea Noseda. As the violinist of the American Piano Trio Anna Vayman’s performances include appearances across the Midwest, the Fleisher Art Memorial Hall and Villanova University Chamber Series in Philadelphia, Interlochen Center for the Arts in Michigan and multi-city tours of leading music institutions and concert venues in Russia, Belorussia, England, Germany and South Korea.



Pianist Robert Palmer's career spans three continents, with solo, orchestral and chamber music appearances throughout the United States, Europe, and Asia. Following his critically-acclaimed Carnegie Hall debut in 1979, Palmer embarked upon a performing career that brought his artistry to many of the major concert halls of this country and abroad. His performances have been broadcast on National Public Radio and public television in the United States as well as in China, Japan, Korea, Spain and Taiwan. Palmer has been presented in recital by Community Concerts, a subsidiary of Columbia Artists, and he continues to perform regularly throughout the United States.

Dr. Peter Opie is Assistant Professor of cello at Ball State University and cellist of the American Piano Trio. He has performed widely as a soloist and chamber musician in Europe, Asia, and the United States. Recent concerto performances include with the Daegu Melos Ensemble in Korea, and the Provintsia Chamber Orchestra in Russia. This season he will be appearing with the Muncie Symphony, Marion Philharmonic, and Lake Charles Symphony in concertos by Haydn, Brahms, and Beethoven.With the American Piano Trio he has performed at the Interlochen Arts Academy in Michigan, Oxford University, Yonsei University, Canterbury Christ Church University, Anglia Ruskin University, the Great Philharmonic Hall in Minsk, Chunma Arts Center in Daegu, and in Russia.

Tickets are $12 general; $7 seniors; $5 students; 17 and under FREE with paying adult; teachers with MTAC/CAPT contact the box office to receive complimentary tickets for your students or guest.  The ticket office is open Wednesday through Saturday, noon to 4 or order your tickets online at any time at www.saddleback.edu/arts.

Saddleback College is located at 28000 Marguerite Parkway in Mission Viejo, just east of Interstate 5 at the Avery Parkway exit.  Free parking is available in Lot 12.  Take Avery Parkway to Marguerite Parkway turn left to the third traffic light, which is Saddleback’s Marguerite entrance. Turn right into the campus and take the second left to Theatre Circle, turning right into Lot 12.

The Music Department has established a comprehensive program which is considered to be one of the finest in California:  a complete lower-division curriculum for transferring music majors, numerous performance groups, private and group lessons, a full concert series with faculty and guest artists, and general music courses.  The nationally recognized faculty is dedicated to performance and to teaching in all areas such as vocal, instrumental, jazz, guitar and piano.  Other music classes include harmony, musicianship, composition, history and appreciation of western art music, rock, jazz and world.

Located in Mission Viejo, Saddleback College provides quality higher education and training to the greater south Orange County community.  Having served more than 500,000 students since 1968, Saddleback College offers more than 300 degree and certificate programs to help students reach their personal, career, and educational goals.  For more information, please visit www.saddleback.edu.  For Fine Arts events, visit www.saddleback.edu/arts
 

Thursday, September 06, 2012

Plan OctoberFest in the Bavaria of Central Washington




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Leavenworth, WA - if you are planning on celebrating Octoberfest in the Bavaria of Central Washington, you may want to make plans to catch one of these function at Icicle Creek Center for the Arts, in Leavenworth:



 Partner Series

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The Storms of Denali Book Signing & Presentation, 
SEPTEMBER 8, 7PM

In conjunction with the Writer's Workshop 2012 Fall Writing Retreat, A Book for All Seasons presents this slide-show presentation about this novel of adventure and adversity by renowned climber and writer Nicholas O'Connell. Q&A session to follow presentation and copies of The Storms on Denali will be available for signing and purchase. FREE admission.


Annual Gala Dinner & Auction

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Masquerade in the Meadow,
SEPTEMBER 22, 4:30PM

Do you have your mask ready?? Only 18 days left until Icicle Creek's Annual Gala Dinner & Auction. Purchase your ticket today to save your spot! Seats going fast!

Wine tasting, silent auction, dinner at sunset under a twinkling tent in the meadow, concert under the stars featuring vocal selections from Broadway's "Phantom of the Opera", wonderful chamber music selections and gourmet dinner from the chefs of Ivy Wild
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Chamber Music Madness Faculty Concert,
SEPTEMBER 29, 7:30PM

A delightful concert featuring a program of Haydn G minor quartet, op. 20 (two movements of the Dvorak Terrzetto for Two Violins and Viola) and  Brahms Horn Trio ('Psalm' by Patrice Rushen 'Lyric for Strings' by George Walker.) Suggested donation of $15 goes towardChamber Music Madness.
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Artists in Residence Series

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Icicle Creek Chamber Players,
OCTOBER 7, 7:30PM

Introducing the Icicle Creek Chamber Players! Icicle Creek is pleased to announce the formation of its new ensemble of resident and affiliate chamber musicians, led by Artistic Director and pianist Oksana Ezhokina. Icicle Creek Chamber Players will perform in various combinations of string, piano, and wind ensembles across a wide repertoire and will be joined by a number of prominent guest artists throughout the season. Attend their debut concert opening featuring a program of Mozart, Debussy, selected preludes for Piano Strauss, and more!
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Adult Piano Retreat Faculty Concert,
OCTOBER 13, 7:30PM

Experience the masterful piano works of Lisa Bergman and William Chapman Nyaho in this exciting faculty concert open to the public. $16 admission.


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Greg Ruby Quartet in Concert,
OCTOBER 27, 7:30PM

The Greg Ruby Quartet combine swing and stylish Gypsy jazz in this live concert. Crisp rhythm guitar, thoughtful arrangements and artful melodic work can be heard on the band's recordings... "this is truly hot jazz" ~ Vintage Guitar Magazine.

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FALL EDUCATION PROGRAMS



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Icicle Creek Youth Symphony,SEPTEMBER 24 - MARCH 25, 2013

The Icicle Creek Youth Symphony is comprised of student musicians. The program currently offers two orchestras: Academy and Symphony orchestra - allowing for a range of experience from no orchestral experience to intermediate and advanced levels. Led by director Dan Jackson and conductors: Kara Hunnicutt and Tami Lopushinksky.
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Exceptional Education

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Icicle Creek Adult Piano Retreats,
OCTOBER 10-14 & Spring 2013 TBA

October Session is FULL! Stay tuned for Spring 2013 dates and registration. Offering adult, amateur pianists an exciting new opportunity to experience world-class instruction and performance in a spectacular retreat setting. The program is designed to include private practice, optional participation in master classes, lectures, special activities, social time and a faculty concert.
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 Icicle Creek Center for the Arts - is  Destination for Extraordinary Performances & Inspired Learning Experiences, Dedicated to celebrating excellence in the lively arts and inspiring generations of students, artists and audiences through exceptional educational experiences, live performances, and special events - all in the breathtaking, natural setting of the mountain meadows.

For more information on Icicle Creek, please visit www.icicle.org

Leavenworth is a city in Chelan County, Washington, United States. It is part of the Wenatchee–East Wenatchee Metropolitan Statistical Area. The population was 2,074 at the 2000 census. The entire town center is modelled on a Bavarian village. In November 2007 Good Morning America went to Leavenworth for Holiday Gifts for the Globe where GMA helped light up the town for the Christmas Holiday. Leavenworth was also named the Ultimate HolidayTown USA by A&E.


Tuesday, August 21, 2012

Saddleback College Adds Multi-talented Ariel Alexander to its Music Faculty


 


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Rancho Santa Margarita, CA – The Department of Music at Saddleback College today announced the addition of Dr. Ariel Alexander to its esteemed music faculty, where  she will be teaching Music Appreciation, History of Rock and Popular Song Writing.

Department of Music Chair Scott Farthing, stated, “Dr. Alexander brings to Saddleback College not only a fantastic performing resume but extensive practical knowledge in both the Business of Music and current Pedagogical Practice in Music. She has done extensive research in Music Education and will add an invaluable perspective to our already outstanding music faculty here at Saddleback College.”


Ariel has gained recognition as a Los Angeles saxophonist, composer, educator and entrepreneur. Originally from St. Louis, she earned her B.A. at Indiana University and her master's and doctoral degrees from the University of Southern California. She has participated in the IAJE Sisters in Jazz Ensemble, the Kennedy Center's Betty Carter Jazz Ahead residency, and the Steans Young Artist Program. 

She has presented concerts throughout the US, South America, Europe and Asia. Ariel has performed with such artists as Stevie Wonder, Steve Miller (Steve Miller Band), Take 6, Nancy Wilson, Natalie Cole, Patti Austin, Ruben Studdard, and Monica Mancini. As a studio musician, she regularly records for television and film soundtracks.
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 Ariel is also in demand as an educator. She regularly presents clinics and master classes for junior high, high school and collegiate schools and festivals. So far this year, she has presented clinics at the Jazz Education Conference, the Technology in Music Education Conference, the California Music Educators Conference, Capitol University’s Jazz and World Music Festival and the Synergy Jazz Foundation’s Workshop and Concert Series. Her recent publications include articles in Music Educators Journal, The Woman Conductor and Jazz Education Magazine.

In addition to her experience as a performer and educator, Ariel is well-versed in Music Business and Arts Administration. In 2003 she formed a non-profit jazz education program that served over 40 junior high and high school musicians. She also worked as Program Coordinator for the Thelonious Monk Institute of Jazz. 
In 2007, Ariel founded the mobile recording studio, Rock Star Workshop. Managing a staff of seven, she planned and booked over 150 events a year, recruited and trained event coordinators and maintained a comprehensive internet marketing program. In five years, the business recorded over 5,000 children. Ariel’s newest recording will be released in January 2013. www.ArielAlexander.com



The Music Department has established a comprehensive program which is considered to be one of the finest in California:  a complete lower-division curriculum for transferring music majors, numerous performance groups, private and group lessons, a full concert series with faculty and guest artists, and general music courses.  The nationally recognized faculty is dedicated to performance and to teaching in all areas such as vocal, instrumental, jazz, guitar and piano.  Other music classes include harmony, musicianship, composition, history and appreciation of western art music, rock, jazz and world.


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Saddleback College is located at 28000 Marguerite Parkway in Mission Viejo, just east of Interstate 5 at the Avery Parkway exit.  Free parking is available in Lot 12.  Take Avery Parkway to Marguerite Parkway turn left to the third traffic light, which is Saddleback’s Marguerite entrance. Turn right into the campus and take the second left to “Theatre Circle,” turning right into Lot 12.

Located in Mission Viejo, Saddleback College provides quality higher education and training to the greater south Orange County community.  Having served more than 500,000 students since 1968, Saddleback College offers more than 300 degree and certificate programs to help students reach their personal, career, and educational goals.  For more information, please visitwww.saddleback.edu.  For Fine Arts events, visit www.saddleback.edu/arts



Monday, July 30, 2012

Free Rock Opera Apt for the Entire Family





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Mission Viejo, CA – The Department of Theatre Arts at Saddleback, in conjunction with the City of Mission Viejo, will present Children of Eden, music and lyrics by Stephen Schwartz and book by John Caird, at The Kershaw Garden on August 10th and 11th at 7:30 pm.  Directed by Jonelle Allen and musically directed by David Anthony, this rock opera, performed by students in the Saddleback College Summer Conservatory program, is freely based on the story of Genesis and is a frank, heartfelt and often humorous examination of the age-old conflict between parents and children. 

This fun musical for the entire family is free with lawn seating only so a blanket and beach chairs are recommended.  The Kershaw Garden is located between the Mission Viejo Library and City Hall at 100 Civic Center in Mission Viejo. 



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The Department of Theatre Arts program at Saddleback College produces several fully-staged shows in which students are encouraged to participate.  Theatre Arts students are given the opportunity to audition for every production and Theatre Arts students are given priority in the casting process.  In addition there are numerous opportunities for students to contribute in backstage activities of all college productions.

Located in Mission Viejo, Saddleback College provides quality higher education and training to the greater south Orange County community.  Having served more than 500,000 students since 1968, Saddleback College offers over 300 degree and certificate programs to help students reach their personal, career, and educational goals.  For more information, please

visitwww.saddleback.edu and for Fine Arts information, please visit www.saddleback.edu/arts.