THURSDAY, OCTOBER 26
AHN TRIO
The beautiful and talented Ahn Trio - Angella, Lucia, and Maria Ahn - first gained public attention in 1987 when they were featured in the Time magazine cover story "Asian-American Whiz Kids." Originally from South Korea, the Julliard-trained trio features Angella on violin, and twins Lucia on piano and Maria on cello. They have also been featured on NBC and PBS and in The New York Times, GQ, Vogue, Town and Country and in Gap ads. In 2003, the Trio was included in People magazine's "Most Beautiful" issue. The Washington Post has described them as, "impressive . . . and they balanced unanimity and individuality in a spirit that is at the heart of chamber music."
"Ahn Plugged," the Trio's most innovative project, has enabled them to reach out to new audiences throughout the world. The project is a mixture of the Trio's passionate dedication to the commissioning and performance of contemporary music.
ALSO -- Lecture/demonstration at 2:00 p.m. (Open to the public, free of charge)
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 16
MOSCOW BALLET REPERTORY SHOW
Mr. Vladimir Troschenko will act as co-Artistic Director during Moscow Ballet's Great Russian Nutcracker Holiday Tour. Performed by Moscow Ballet's award winning cast, this new and innovative production will feature highlights from classical ballets such as: Swan Lake, Don Quioxte, La Bayadere, and Carmen Suite.
Mr. Troschenko began his career as a ballet soloist with Moscow City Ballet, he has performed with honorary artists such as: Nadya Pavlova (Bolshoi Ballet), Ludmilia Semenyakoy (Kirov Ballet) and Galyna Mezentsevoy (Kirov Ballet). In 1992, he gradated from Theatrical Arts Russian Academy in directing and choreography. In 1998, Mr. Troschenko became the director/choreographer of the Theatre of Opera and Ballet in Odessa, Ukraine. Recently, Mr. Troschenko has been awarded the position of director and head choreographer of the Russian Classic Ballet Theatre in Kiev, Ukraine.
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 1
BURNING RIVER BRASS CHRISTMAS PROGRAM
Burning River Brass has been dazzling audiences since 1996 with “power and virtuosity,” “harmonious
blend,” and “consistently stirring performances.” Composed of twelve of the finest brass and percussion players in the
country, BRB is an ensemble on fire! Since 1999, Burning River Brass has released three CDs on the Dorian® label — Of
Knights and Castles, Russian Carnival, and Romanza Espana — all of which have been praised for their energy, sound,
and style. BRB has been heard on NPR’s Performance Today, and Sunday Baroque as well as radio stations throughout
the country and abroad.
“It was one of those performances where you smile from the sound of the first note and you only feel badly when you
hear the last number and you realize that it has to end.” — Charleston (WV) Gazette
ALSO -- Master class on Saturday, December 2, at 9:00 a.m. (open to the public, free of charge)
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 15
THE HARLEM GOSPEL CHOIR
The world famous Harlem Gospel Choir is one of the pre-eminent gospel choirs in the world. The Choir was founded in 1986 by Allen Bailey, who got the idea for the Choir while attending a celebration in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. at the renowned Cotton Club in Harlem. The Choir is a gathering of the finest singers and musicians from various Black Churches in Harlem.
The choir travels the globe, sharing its joy of faith through its music, and whenever possible, raising funds for children's charities. The choir's success led to it being granted a private audience with His Holiness Pope John Paul II in 2003 in recognition of its work for charity around the world. Over the years, the choir has performed with such famous artists as Lyle Lovett, Diana Ross, Harry Belafonte, Brooks and Dunn, Ashford and Simpson, Jimmy Cliff, Bono and the Chieftains.
The theme of every performance is bringing people & nations together & giving something back. Their songs of inspiration touch the depths of the soul and raise spirits to angelic heights. They will literally have you dancing on the stage.
THURSDAY, MARCH 22
LOS ANGELES GUITAR QUARTET
Recognized as one of America's premier instrumental ensembles and winner of a 2005 Grammy Award, the L.A. Guitar Quartet is one of the most charismatic and versatile groups performing today. Popularly known as the LAGQ, these four virtuosi bring a new energy to the concert stage with their eclectic programs and dynamic musical interplay. Their inventive, critically-acclaimed transcriptions of concert masterworks provide a fresh look at the music of the past, while their interpretations of works from the contemporary and world-music realms continually break new ground. The Quartet currently records for Telarc and their most recent release "LAGQ-Latin" received a Grammy nomination in the Best Classical Crossover Album category. The above and their two records for Sony Classical have appeared on the Billboard charts. The LAGQ continues to set new standards for the guitar quartet medium.
"The world's hottest classical ensemble or its tightest pop band? However it helps you to think about the LAGQ, keep the emphasis on superlatives for its unrivaled joy, technical elan and questing spirits." - Los Angeles Times
For additional information about Edinboro University's Performing Arts Series, call 814-732-2815 or email aortega@edinboro.edu.
NOTE: All performances are at 8:00 p.m. in Cole Auditorium. Tickets are required. $5 for students, faculty and staff, and President's Pass holders; $10 general admission. For additional information about pricing or to purchase tickets, log on to: www.edinborotickets.com.
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