March 16, 2016
A huge thank you to all the friends and family who came out to support the talented young musicians, as they competed for $5000 in prizes at the 62nd Annual Young Musicians Competition finals! The juried competition was graciously supported by the Koerner family and friends for the Fred Koerner Prize; Peter Lang; Olga P. … Continue reading 62nd Annual Young Musicians Competition Winners
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
December 18, 2015
It’s that time of year again: good food, good friends, family, and staying warm by the fire. There’s a Christmas song in there somewhere, and as for every good thing, an amazing soundtrack has the power to bring those memories back again and again, year after year. We’ve compiled our favourite carols into your essential … Continue reading The Essential Holiday Playlist
December 16, 2015
The Dover Quartet – dubbed as the young American string quartet of the moment by the New Yorker – performed for the Friends of Chamber Music audience in October of this year. We welcomed the quartet to our stage for the first time, and the audience loved them! FCM wanted to get to know the musicians … Continue reading The Friends of Chamber Music in Conversation with The Dover Quartet
October 14, 2015
Born into a musical family, Russian composer, pianist, and professor of music Anton Arensky’s contributions began early in life having already composed several pieces by age 9. A student of St. Petersburg Conservatory, his mentors included Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky and Rimsky-Korsakov who heavily influenced his Romantic classical compositions. It’s said Arensky lacked a distinctive personal … Continue reading November Concert Series Spotlight: Anton Arensky
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 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
