The cello, long confined to the bass, rises to imitate the violin and reveal all its virtuosity. Exploring previously unpublished works by composers such as Giulio Ruvo, Giorgio Antoniotto, and Vivaldi, this concert tells the fascinating story of the instrument and its popular origins, sometimes meditative, sometimes exuberant. An invitation to discover an instrument in full emancipation.

And the cello suonò

Opéra Comédie

“In the fury of most righteous wrath!” These are the words you’ll hear set by Vivaldi in this concert of Italian baroque fervor and passion from both the Venetian and Neapolitan styles. Vibrant soprano Maya Kherani returns to Philharmonia as a muse, singing two stories of abandonment and heartbreak through the zealous music of Handel and Marcello, accompanied by both furious and tender music for strings.

EPSG:4326

Fury and Heartbreak

First Congregational Church of Berkeley

Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts

War Memorial and Performing Arts Center

Departmental Recitals showcase performance departments through its students. Featuring various students and repertoire, and curated by the faculty, performances in this recital highlight SFCM programs and the wide range of study.

Guitar Department Recital

San Francisco Conservatory of Music

Like many composers, Bach was greatly influenced by Italy. His encounter with Vivaldi’s music in 1713 at the Weimar Ducal court music library will mark him forever. He was literally mesmerised by this music that can go from a very intimate atmosphere to the most animated virtuosity and started transcribing concertos for solo harpischord. This Italian exuberance will influence such other works by Bach as the Chromatic Fantasy or the Toccatas. The superb Concerto Italiano, written 20 years later, represents the dazzling and stirring synthesis between Bach’s genius and his encounter with Italian music.

Justin Taylor harpsichord

Wigmore Hall

The master guitarist and the winners of the 2019 Banff International String Quartet Competition perform Baroque to Piazzolla to Broadway to The Beatles.

MILOŠ is one of the world’s most celebrated classical guitarists. His career began its meteoric rise in 2011, with the release of his international best-selling Deutsche Grammophon debut album Mediterraneo. Since then, he has earned legions of fans, awards, and acclaim around the world through his extensive touring, six chart topping recordings, and television appearances.

Viano Quartet with MILOŠ, guitar

The Royal Conservatory of Music

Zusammen mit zwei herausragenden Musikern startet das Folkwang Kammerorchester Essen in die Barock-Reihe: Der Star-Fagottist Sergio Azzolini, Urgestein der Alte-Musik-Szene und einer der beliebtesten Gäste der letzten Jahre beim FKO, kommt zurück nach Essen – dieses Mal mit dem renommierten Oboisten Giovanni de Angeli. Ihr Programm ist eine Reise in ihre Heimat Italien und dreht sich rund um ihre beiden Instrumente, das Fagott und die Oboe: Prächtige Solokonzerte und Concerti grossi von Vivaldi und drei weiteren Komponisten aus Venedig und Norditalien haben sie herausgesucht, die mit unterschiedlichen Klangfarben, Strukturen und Charakter eine Vielfalt von Stilen dieser Zeit widerspiegeln. Ein virtuoser italienischer Musikgenuss für die Herbsttage!

Italienischer Herbst

Folkwang Kammerorchester Essen

Join us for an enchanting evening of music as Ying Jiang, a talented oboist and Master of Music student under the guidance of Robert Morgan, takes the stage at the Mary B. Galvin Recital Hall. This recital, set for Sunday, May 12, 2024, at 6:00pm CDT, promises to be a memorable showcase of Ying's mastery over the oboe, accompanied by an ensemble of equally skilled musicians including Kathryn Jarvey on clarinet, James Smelley on bassoon, Landon Young on horn, and pianists Kay Kim and Ke Wang.

The program features a selection of pieces that highlight the oboe's lyrical and expressive qualities, including Richard Strauss's Oboe Concerto in D Major, Benedetto Marcello's Oboe Concerto in C Minor, and Francis Poulenc's Sextet for Piano and Winds, Op. 100. These compositions, spanning different periods and styles, offer a rich tapestry of sounds and emotions, showcasing the versatility of the oboe and the exceptional talents of the performers.

Held in the stunning setting of the Galvin Recital Hall, located within the Ryan Center for the Musical Arts at 70 Arts Circle Drive, Evanston, IL, attendees will not only be treated to a feast for the ears but also the eyes. The hall, known for its breathtaking 40-foot glass wall that offers views of Lake Michigan and the Chicago skyline, provides an unparalleled concert experience. The acoustics, enhanced by undulating walls covered with African moabi wood, ensure that every note is heard in crystal clear quality.

This event is free and open to the public, with no tickets required. It will also be available via live stream for those who cannot attend in person. Don't miss this opportunity to witness the artistry of Ying Jiang and fellow musicians in a performance that promises to be both moving and unforgettable.

Ying Jiang, oboe

Mary B. Galvin Recital Hall

 May 6, 2024 5:00 pm Huizhong Jiang, Classical Voice – Mezzo Soprano

Manhattan School of Music

A dazzling opening overture, a lush and beautiful guitar concerto featuring W. Mark Akin, and one of the world’s most beloved orchestral works. 

Tales Of The Symphony

Overture Center for the Arts

First United Methodist Church Mount Pleasant

Bridge View Center

**Event Description:**

**Title:** SOLD OUT: David Russell, Classical Guitar Concert

**Date & Time:** Saturday, March 2, 2024, at 7:30pm CST

**Location:** Mary B. Galvin Recital Hall, 70 Arts Circle Drive, Evanston, IL 60208, United States

**Overview:**
The Northwestern Bienen School of Music is proud to announce a sold-out performance by the world-renowned classical guitarist, David Russell. This exclusive event, part of the Segovia Classical Guitar Series, showcases Russell's exceptional musicianship and technical prowess, which have earned him international acclaim, including a Grammy Award and induction into the Guitar Foundation of America's Hall of Fame.

**Program Highlights:**
David Russell's performance will include a diverse repertoire, featuring works by José Brocá, Benedetto Marcello, Federico Moreno Torroba, J.S. Bach, Francis Kleynjans, and Francisco Tárrega. Attendees can expect an evening of exquisite music that spans classical eras and styles, highlighted by Russell's inspired artistry and elegant execution.

**Venue:**
The concert will take place in the stunning Mary B. Galvin Recital Hall, located within the Ryan Center for the Musical Arts. The hall is renowned for its breathtaking views of Lake Michigan and the Chicago skyline, optimal acoustics provided by undulating walls of Forest Stewardship Council-certified wood, and state-of-the-art sound and video recording equipment.

**Tickets:**
Single tickets were priced at $30 for the general public and $10 for students with valid ID. However, this performance is now sold out, reflecting the high demand to experience David Russell's unparalleled talent live.

**Additional Information:**
For those unable to secure tickets, we encourage you to explore other concerts and events offered by the Bienen School of Music. Stay connected for future performances and opportunities to experience the rich musical offerings at Northwestern University.

David Russell, guitar

VIOLA STUDIO RECITAL - students of István Szabó

Western Illinois University

It is the fate of myths to be taken up and reworked across the centuries, every time permeated by the ever-changing human Zeitgeist. The myth of Ariadne – universal in its interplay of love, oppression, political cunning, salvation and the alternation of deceptive joy and pain – has repeatedly inspired musicians in some of their finest creations, from Claudio Monteverdi to Richard Strauss.

Josè Maria Lo Monaco mezzo-soprano; Coro e Orchestra Ghislieri; Giulio Prandi conductor

During the Baroque period, composers explored new ways of writing for wind instruments, affording wind players an equal place with string players at the musical table. With wind soloists in every work, this program illuminates a golden musical era from a sonically refreshing and delightful perspective.

Benedetto Marcello

Events

Upcoming events

Nov 13, 2026

Josè Maria Lo Monaco mezzo-soprano; Coro e Orchestra Ghislieri; Giulio Prandi conductor · Wigmore Hall

6 - 8 Dec, 2026

Baroque Wind Concertos · Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center

Past events

Jun 16, 2026

And the cello suonò · Opéra Orchestre National Montpellier

16 - 19 Oct, 2025

Fury and Heartbreak · Philharmonia Baroque Orchestra and Chorale

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