Flutist

“Of California Ecology” features new works based on different facets of California’s natural world. The trio will perform compositions by ensemble members, Julie Herndon, and Sl(e)ight Ensemble’s 2020 call-for-scores winner Kian Ravaei. Drawing on the artists’ distinct backgrounds in jazz, band, and chamber music, the program is inspired by seismic activity, fungal biomes, waterways, and social ecology, among other natural phenomena. The result is a diverse set of works all created with the aim of bringing appreciation to California’s beautiful and delicate environment.

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Sl(e)ight Ensemble: "Of California Ecology"

Ualbany Performing Arts Center

The Fresno Philharmonic is set to present an extraordinary evening of music, featuring the world premiere of a new work by California composers Hitomi Oba and Erika Oba. This composition draws inspiration from the life and writings of Fresno author and organic peach farmer David Mas Masumoto, culminating a two-year project titled Cultural Crossroads: Kisetsu Seasons in Japanese. The evening will also showcase the return of renowned pianist Barry Douglas, who will perform Rachmaninoff’s beloved Piano Concerto No. 2, a piece celebrated for its emotional depth and technical brilliance. The concert will conclude with Shostakovich’s Symphony No. 9, known for its light-hearted and spirited character. Under the baton of conductor Rei Hotoda, this event promises a rich tapestry of musical storytelling and virtuosic performances.

Erika Oba

Flutist

Events

Upcoming events

15 - 16 Feb, 2025

Shostakovich and Rachmaninoff · Fresno Philharmonic Orchestra

Past events

Oct 6, 2022

Sl(e)ight Ensemble: "Of California Ecology" · UC Davis Concerts

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