Legacy Live
Earl Coleman, baritone
MONDAY, AUGUST 24, 2009, 7:30 PM
Baritone Earl Coleman, The William and Isabelle Curry Faculty Chair in Voice, and pianist Yien Wang present an all-English recital featuring classical art songs and arias, music of Broadway, and African-American spirituals. Composers include Purcell, Handel, Quilter, Finzi, Rodgers, and Sondheim. Featured spirituals are dedicated to African-American concert and operatic pathfinders of the 20th Century.
Paul Galbraith, guitar
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2009, 7:30 PM
Grammy-nominated international touring artist Paul Galbraith makes his first appearance in Columbus. Cited for his "exceptional artistry" (The New Yorker) and presenting concerts that are "exhilarating beyond compare...a joy" (Guitar Review), Galbraith performs on a specially constructed 8-string guitar which he plays in the position of a cello, allowing for stunning performances of masterworks from the repertoire.
Szymanowski String Quartet
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 2009, 7:30 PM
Founded in Warsaw in 1995, the Szymanowski String Quartet is one of the most exceptional international string quartets of its generation. Known for sophisticated programs that present a balance between intellect and passion, the quartet captivates worldwide audiences with their versatile repertoire and outstanding performances. Join the ensemble for a memorable evening with works from the traditional and contemporary chamber music repertoire.
Cantus, male vocal ensemble
SUNDAY, JANUARY 24, 2010, 4:00 PM
Recognized as one of America's finest professional male vocal ensembles, Cantus is known for its broad repertoire, bold singing, and engaging stage presentation. The ensemble's ability to span all periods and genres has earned it praise from critics and audiences alike. Join Cantus for a performance at the Schwob School as part of their Elemental tour, which features works by Schubert, Whitacre, Poulenc, and Weiss.
Sergiu Schwartz, violin
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 25, 2010, 7:30 PM
Violinist Sergiu Schwartz has garnered worldwide critical acclaim as "one of the best violinists of his generation" (Le Soliel, Canada). The Washington Post notes his "big rich tone, fine variety of colors and an acute sense of style and form." He is joined by pianist Gila Goldstein and cellist Andres Diaz in a program of favorite Romantic works. Sergiu Schwartz holds The William B. and Sue Marie Turner Distinguished Faculty Chair in Violin at the Schwob School of Music.
David Russell, guitar
TUESDAY, MARCH 23, 2010, 7:30 PM
One of the world's famous living guitarists, Grammy-winning performing artist David Russell makes his third appearance in Columbus, performing masterworks spanning the 500 years of the guitar repertoire. "A charismatic artist, who has the power to captivate an auditorium as soon as he comes on stage, not only for what people expect from his guitar, but also for his friendliness, his youthful easy manner and his touch of genius." (Cordoba, 2007)
American Brass Quintet
THURSDAY, APRIL 15, 2010, 7:30 PM
Called "the high priests of brass" (Newsweek), The American Brass Quintet performs a diverse program that includes ABQ editions of Renaissance masterworks of William Brade and Josquin des Pres, gems of the brass quintet repertoire of Anders Hillborg and Osvaldo Lacerda, and Copperwave-an ABQ commission from prize-winning composer Joan Tower.
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