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Music: Concerts |
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Music: Concerts |
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Music in McLeanSaint Luke Concert Series Sunday, September 16, 4:00 pm The season begins on a decisive note with the intensity of Beethoven's Coriolan Overture. Baltimore Symphony Orchestra Assistant Concertmaster Igor Yuzefovich brings his “vivid personality and technical polish” ( The Baltimore Sun) to perform Mendelssohn's virtuosic and beautiful Violin Concerto , which he played recently with the BSO. Schubert's melodious and dance-like Third Symphony will send the audience out singing. Friday, October 19, 7:30 pm As Director of Music at of Saint Patrick Cathedral in New York City , Dr. Jennifer Pascual holds one of the most prestigious sacred- music appointments in the United States . Dr. Pascual performs internationally and throughout the United States ; is featured organist four times a week on The Catholic Channel, SIRIUS 159; and hosts a radio talk-and-music show called “Sounds from the Spires ” on the same channel. Sunday, November 4, 4:00 pm Considered one of the finest choral works of the 20 th century, the Requiem by Maurice Duruflé is a work of sublime beauty. Drawing its themes from Gregorian chants and wrapping them with modern phrasing, this angelic and passionate composition draws the traditional into today's world. Duruflé's organ solo, Suite, is a favorite of performers and listeners with its sweeping figurations, dramatic pauses, and nonstop rhythmic energy. Tuesday, December 11, 7:30 pm Handel's Messiah was first performed in Dublin , Ireland , in 1742, and for more than two centuries has inspired audiences worldwide as the greatest music ever sung. Bringing to life the wonder and joy of the Advent/Christmas season, Saint Luke's Messiah Sing-Along is a magical, musical event for the entire family. Come to sing or just to listen and enjoy. All are welcome. Sunday, February 3, 4:00 pm Direct from their Lincoln Center appearance, Milana Bahl (piano), Dmitry Kouzov (cello), and Dmitry Lukin (violin) guide us on a musical journey from Haydn's whirlwind Gypsy Rondo Trio to the tongue-in-cheek Jazz Suite No. 1 by Shostakovich. Along the way we experience Schumann's gentle Adagio and Allegro , Liszt's wistful Un Sospiro , Arensky's radiant Trio in D minor, and Bartok's enchanting Romanian Folk Dances. Sunday, February 24, 4:00 pm Dedicated to performing 20 th - and 21 st - century choral music, the Master Singers of Virginia will perform Anton Bruckner's Mass in E Minor and Francis Poulenc’s a cappella Lenten Motets "...among the state's finest choral ensembles...Watching [artistic director Erik Reid] Jones at a pre-concert rehearsal is like catching a glimpse of a master painter putting the final touches on a fine portrait." - The Washington Post Sunday, March 30, 4:00 pm John Eaton's improvisational skill and trademark wit are well known to Washingtonians. He has been called “the complete pianist ... the real article” by the Village Voice. Our host traces American popular song from the pioneering work of Jerome Kern through the jazz inflections of Harold Arlen, focusing on George Gershwin's ability to meld Tin Pan Alley popularity with classical form. Friday, April 11, 7:30 pm Considered one of the all-time great brass ensembles, the Washington Symphonic Brass is sweeping the nation with its impeccable musicianship, virtuoso performances, and thrilling sound. With a repertoire that ranges from Renaissance to Contemporary, join the fun as you experience the vigor and vitality, harmonic purity, and swinging rhythms of unforgettable music making. Sunday, April 27, 4:00 pm In the art of French orchestration, contrasting instrumental colors blend into a cinematic soundscape. Debussy's tender Sarabande , Fauré's descriptive Pelléas et Mélisande Suite, and Ravel's piquant Le Tombeau de Couperin are not only evocative musical vignettes, they are reflections of each composer's personality. Bizet's operatic flair fills his Symphony in C with humor and crackling rhythm. Sunday, May 4, 4:00 pm Program Acclaimed for his “ great technical finesse and expressive warmth” (Baltimore Sun), “rhythmic brio”, “clear, unhurried wrist technique”, and “highly skilled hands” (Washington Post), one of Washington's favorite organists, Paul Skevington, will perform a selection of sacred music works by Bach, Widor, and other great masters in celebration of the 10 th anniversary of The Saint Luke Pipe Organ. Sunday, May 18, 4:00 pm In 2005, The Washington Post told the story of John Chen, a 12-year-old pianist facing eviction because his neighbors objected to his marathon practicing. Since finding a new home, he has gone on to perform in Moscow , St. Petersburg , and Tanglewood. This young man, who has been praised by master pianist Lang Lang as a “future maestro,” is sure to delight with music by Mozart, Chopin, and others. Sunday, May 25, 5:00 pm Music in McLean's annual Memorial Day Concert with the National Men's Chorus is a favorite in the Washington area. This year, The United States Army Chorus and Army Brass Quintet will be joining us.
Friday, June 6, 8:00 pm The Northern Virgina Chapter of the American Guild of Organists is proud to present in concert James David Christie, internationally acclaimed as one of the finest organists of this generation. He has performed throughout the United States , Canada , Europe, Asia, and Australia , and was the first American to win the prestigious International Organ Competition in Bruges , Belgium . Honored for his outstanding contributions to the musical life of Boston , James Christie is a performer not to be missed. Third Wednesday at One Music in McLean is proud to sponsor the “Third Wednesday at One” series of organ recitals held at Saint Luke Catholic Church. Renowned for its true acoustics, the church provides a majestic space for the glorious sounds of The Saint Luke Pipe Organ, described as a “miniature cathedral of copper and chrome” (Washington Post). Performed by some of the finest organists in the Washington area, these recitals promise an unforgettable musical experience. This year a chamber recital with piano and cello, and a harpsichord recital have been added to the program. This is a favorite series for those who live and work in McLean . The recitals are open to the public and are free of charge. September 19 October 17 January 16 April 16 May 21 |
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