Category Archives: Interviews

Harumi Rhodes

Harumi Rhodes, 2nd violinist with the Takács Quartet, answers questions ahead of the quartet’s December 8, 2024, 3pm concert for Friends of Chamber Music.

November 24, 2024

Originally from New Jersey, Harumi Rhodes was born into a family with Japanese, American, Russian and Romanian roots. After studying at the Juilliard School and the New England Conservatory, she co-founded the Naumburg Award-winning ensemble Trio Cavatina, served as artist member of the Boston Chamber Music Society and performed extensively with Music from Copland House, … Continue reading Harumi Rhodes, 2nd violinist with the Takács Quartet, answers questions ahead of the quartet’s December 8, 2024, 3pm concert for Friends of Chamber Music. »

Emerson string quartet banner for december 2023

FCM’s Exclusive Sit Down Interview with the Beloved Emerson Quartet

November 30, 2022

Now in its 47th and final season, the internationally celebrated Emerson String Quartet is in the midst of an intercontinental tour, revisiting many of the musicians’ favourite concert locales. Stops include concerts in Vienna, Prague, Frankfurt, Paris, London, Copenhagen, New York, Chicago, Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Vancouver, amongst many others. The group has made … Continue reading FCM’s Exclusive Sit Down Interview with the Beloved Emerson Quartet »

Paris Simons

Meet Friends of Chamber Music President Paris Simons

February 24, 2016

You’ve seen him at the concerts, mingling with the audience, selling an ensemble’s CD, or assisting the box office. Our esteemed president-elect, Paris Simons knows the Friends of Chamber Music inside-and-out, and from introducing the performers on stage to welcoming the audience and ensuring every aspect behind-the-scenes plays out perfectly, he’s the go-to man of the … Continue reading Meet Friends of Chamber Music President Paris Simons »

Pat Laimon and husband

Meet Board Member Pat Laimon

January 15, 2016

We recently had the opportunity to speak with Pat Laimon, another of our wonderful board members who keep the FCM running smoothly. Perhaps most recognizable from her involvement with the Young Musicians Competition, Pat’s contributions have been many over the years. What inspired you to join the FCM board? I’ve been interested in chamber music … Continue reading Meet Board Member Pat Laimon »

Tom Herbst, Friends of Chamber Music, cyclists, Vancouver

Meet Board Member, Tom Herbst

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 »