October 13, 2015
A heartfelt thanks to everyone who was able to make the season’s opening concert and reception! Scroll down to view the concert and reception images, and find them on Facebook to tag yourself. We asked Friends’ president, Paris Simons to give us his immediate impressions: The Pavel Haas Quartet project great energy and emotion from … Continue reading Paris’ Thoughts on the Pavel Haas Concert
September 28, 2015
The multi-talented musician Jonathan Chan is in this month’s Where Are They Now spotlight following the winners of our Young Musicians Competition. Chan picked up the violin when he was four years old, after getting an ear for it from his older sister who also played at the time. Ten years later, the FCM started … Continue reading YMC Spotlight: Violinist Jonathan Chan
September 18, 2015
This month, it was our pleasure to speak with George Bradley, one of the board’s esteemed Directors. From piano lessons long ago to a present-day champion of the arts, Mr. Bradley has music on the mind. 1. What inspired you to join the FoCM board? My desire to see the great FoCM tradition continue on … Continue reading Meet Board Member George Bradley
September 11, 2015
Unexpected. Intense. Sweeping. Not unlike the man himself. Composer-pianist Sergei Prokofiev’s Quartet No 1 in B Minor, Opus 50 is distinctive from the haunting opening notes to the very last consuming melody. Components such as its B Minor key, a semitone below the limits of the viola and cello range, and unexpected reversal in the … Continue reading October Concert Series Spotlight: Composer Sergei Prokofiev
September 9, 2015
Did you know we offer discounts if you’ve got a group? Perfect for music students to gain an appreciation for what they’re practicing, discover the contrast between composers, or simply as an introduction to the broad horizon of classical possibilities, our group rate tickets are the antidote to textbook learning. Sunday matinees provide the opportunity … Continue reading Got a Group? Get a Deal
August 6, 2015
We thought our audience would love to know more about our volunteer board members. In today’s interview, we feature Tom Herbst, Vice President and Treasurer. You will likely see Tom in the box office pre-show, making sure ticketing goes smoothly. Make sure you say hello! 1. What inspired you to join the FCM board? It’s been so … Continue reading Meet Board Member, Tom Herbst
August 6, 2015
We love to keep up with our Young Musician competitors, and this month we’ve got an update for you on our first prize winner of the 61st YMC, Junior Division violinist, Donhyun Kim. Here’s a sneak peek of his ensemble’s stellar performance last spring: This August, Donhyun Kim will be taking to the stage again … Continue reading Young Musician Competitor Catapults to National Fame
June 9, 2015
Are you passionate about chamber music and enjoy our concerts? Do you have a bit of free time on your hands to give, in exchange for concert tickets? Then you would be a great candidate to join our volunteer team! The Friends of Chamber Music is a volunteer, board-run, not-for-profit charitable organization. We welcome new … Continue reading The Friends of Chamber Music Need Your Help!
June 9, 2015
Concert III of the Borodin Quartet’s 70th Anniversary Celebration: The Complete Shostakovich Cycle was not only a fantastic night because it showcased the peak of Shostakovich’s quartets, but also because of the post-performance reception with the artists in attendance! Thank you so much to the Borodin Quartet for the thrilling performance, and for their gracious … Continue reading Borodin Quartet Reception Re-cap
May 26, 2015
It has been 10 days since we wrapped up our five night series of concerts featuring the Borodin String Quartet, and the reviews are in! We sincerely hope you were able to attend at least one of the performances, they were all exquisite, but regardless, please take the time to read through David Gordon Duke’s … Continue reading The Complete Borodin Review
