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Tuesday, September 7, 2010 |
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TODD HILL ORCHESTRA presents the absolute best music of
the Swing Era with original arrangements of the great bands such
as Glenn Miller, Duke Ellington, Count Basie and Benny Goodman,
along with more modern interpretations of standards from the
great American "songbook," and the contrasting swinging and
romantic vocals by the leader.
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| 7:30 p.m.,
Friday, October 1, 2010 |
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QUARTET Combining brilliantly communicative
performances with a fearlessly imaginative view of chamber music
in today’s world, the Ying String Quartet occupies a position of
unique prominence in the classical music world.
In addition to appearing in conventional concert
situations, the quartet is also known for its diverse and
unusual performance projects.
Their much heralded collaboration with Turtle Island
Quartet, “Four +4” won a 2005 Grammy.
Their 2007 Telarc release of Tchaikovsky Quartets was
nominated for a Grammy Award in the Best Chamber Music
Performance category.
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7:30 p.m., Friday, October 22, 2010 |
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DANIELLE
TALAMANTES, soprano, is quickly becoming one of the
most sought after soloists.
On the fast track to a major career, Danielle is the
winner of major competitions, including the Irene Dalis Vocal
Competition where she was both the first-place winner and the
audience favorite. The Metropolitan Opera Company of New York
recently granted her a private audition and offered a full-cover
contract for the 2010-11 season.
Critics note her exquisite and vibrant voice, exciting
emotion, remarkable acting ability, brilliant high notes and
richly nuanced singing.
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7:30 p.m., Saturday, January 29, 2011 |
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THE
FISK JUBILEE SINGERS Recognized nationally and around the globe, the Fisk Jubilee
Singers, under the current direction of Paul T. Kwami, continue
an enduring tradition begun in 1871. Their artistry and
sincerity evoked a popular enthusiasm through the courts and
concert halls around the world introducing the Negro Spiritual.
The winner of a 2008 National Medal of Honor, the ensemble
believes there can and must be peace in this world as well as
greater understanding and love among all peoples of this earth.
And to this end, the Fisk Jubilee Singers minister through song
to the hearts of all who listen to them. This concert is
in collaboration with the Wilber N. Daniel African American
Culture Center in celebration of its 20th anniversary. www.fiskjubileesingers.org
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7:30 p.m., Monday, February 28, 2011 |
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ANA
VIDOVIC is one of the premier classical guitarists of
her generation. She
started playing guitar at the age of 5 and was performing
internationally at age 11.
Ana has won an impressive number of prizes and
international competitions. Critics
praise her captivating performances for the unmatched phrasing
ability, pure artistry, technique and understanding the soul of
the music.
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Mid-South Jazz Festival 50th
Anniversary
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7:30 p.m., Friday, April 8, 2011 |
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JOHN
PIZZARELLI AND THE SWING SEVEN
John Pizzarelli, world-renowned jazz
guitarist and singer, has a multifaceted career.
Internationally known for classic standards, late-night
ballads, and the cool jazz flavor he brings to his performances
and recordings, he has recently established himself as the
consummate entertainer and radio program host with the launch of
“Radio Deluxe with John Pizzarelli,” a nationally syndicated
radio program co-hosted with his wife.
John will be joined by the Seven Swing.
This concert is part of the 50th Anniversary
of the Mid-South Jazz Festival.
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