Keyboard Konversations with Kathryn
GRAND JUNCTION: November 8, 7:30 pm, Love Recital Hall, CMU, 1221 N. 12th Street
MONTROSE PAVILION: November 9, 3 pm
The first concert features Kathryn Mientka Farruggia, pianist. She brings an eclectic piano concert with music from Rachmaninoff, Schubert, and Chopin, as well as some "oldies" classics for piano solo like "As Time Goes By." She will also perform two of her own arrangements of Lakota songs, inspired by her late husband Charles, who was a tribal member. Kathryn will give her usual informal commentary on the music and the composers (being sure not to leave out any scandalous tidbits!).
Nightclub Evening
GRAND JUNCTION: February 28, 4 pm, Monument Vista Place, 1785 Broadway
MONTROSE PAVILION: March 1, 3 pm
All-new program!
The Grand Junction venue will be the spectacularly beautiful Monument Vista Place!
This concert will be a benefit for the Fruita High School Athletic Program.
Step back in time as we recreate the ambiance and nostalgia of the classic American nightclub – complete with delicious appetizers and a local vineyard offering wines! (Grand Junction venue only) Kathryn and David will present an evening of "oldies" - classics from Sinatra, Simon & Garfunkel, Elvis, Neil Diamond, and more, as well as virtuoso classical songs. Kathryn will also perform piano solos - including Gershwin's rarely performed solo version of Rhapsody in Blue! Only 60 tickets will be available at the Grand Junction venue for this special event, so purchase your tickets early!
David Silvano is an emerging Peruvian-American tenor with a powerful, yet vibrant and flexible voice and a natural talent for acting. A CMU graduate, he has already made a name for himself in the opera world, performing leading roles in operas in Alabama, Missouri, Utah, Colorado, Indiana, and Tennessee , to critical acclaim. He is thoroughly enjoying these forays into the nightclub scene!
Kathryn Farruggia is an internationally acclaimed concert pianist. She has been featured on PBS and NPR, and is presently teaching music theory and piano at CMU.
AWESOME OPERA AND CLASSIC AMERICAN MUSICALS
GRAND JUNCTION: April 18, 7:30 pm, Love Recital Hall, CMU, 1221 N. 12th Street
MONTROSE PAVILION: January 11, 3 pm
(yes, these dates are correct, January in Montrose and April in Grand Junction)
The final concert features Grand Junction native Greg Cross, whose brilliant tenor voice brought him an international career and over 20 years with the Metropolitan Opera. Greg will sing famous arias and songs of the great composers, as well as songs from the great old musicals, such as "Some Enchanted Evening." He may even venture into some Sinatra! Kathryn will integrate beautiful piano solos into the mix for a delightful evening of piano and song.
Concert Pianist, Kathryn Mientka-Farruggia (Grand Junction)
A Tale of Three Husbands: Widowhood, Grief, and Redemption
Concert Pianist, Kathryn Mientka-Farruggia (Montrose)
A Tale of Three Husbands: Widowhood, Grief, and Redemption
Patterson/Sutton Duo MONTROSE
We are thrilled to announce the return of the Patterson/Sutton duo, who will be gracing our stage to close out this season. Prepare to be captivated by an afternoon of enchanting music as this remarkable cello/guitar duo presents a diverse repertoire that transcends conventional boundaries.
Patterson/Sutton Duo GRAND JUNCTION
We are thrilled to announce the return of the Patterson/Sutton duo, who will be gracing our stage to close out this season. Prepare to be captivated by an afternoon of enchanting music as this remarkable cello/guitar duo presents a diverse repertoire that transcends conventional boundaries.
Lírios String Quartet MONTROSE
The Lírios String Quartet will enthrall audiences with their upcoming concert featuring a captivating program of Beethoven, Brahms, and more!
Lírios String Quartet GRAND JUNCTION
The Lírios String Quartet will enthrall audiences with their upcoming concert featuring a captivating program of Beethoven, Brahms, and more!
Krimm-Hjelmstad Duo MONTROSE
PURCHASE TICKETS
Western Slope Concert Series is delighted to announce an extraordinary collaboration between renowned violist, Andrew Krimm, and esteemed pianist, Dr. Robert Hjelmstad. The two virtuosic musicians will join forces to deliver an enchanting concert of viola and piano masterworks.
Krimm-Hjelmstad Duo GRAND JUNCTION
PURCHASE TICKETS
Western Slope Concert Series is delighted to announce an extraordinary collaboration between renowned violist, Andrew Krimm, and esteemed pianist, Dr. Robert Hjelmstad. The two virtuosic musicians will join forces to deliver an enchanting concert of viola and piano masterworks.
Anna Arzumanyan, Concert Pianist MONTROSE
Western Slope Concert Series is proud to present the highly-anticipated return of the extraordinary Russian-Armenian pianist, Anna Arzumanyan.
Anna Arzumanyan, Concert Pianist GRAND JUNCTION
Western Slope Concert Series is proud to present the highly-anticipated return of the extraordinary Russian-Armenian pianist, Anna Arzumanyan.
MICHELLE DEYOUNG, GRAMMY WINNING MEZZO-SOPRANO (MONTROSE)
Season Finale! Three time Grammy award winning metropolitan opera star, mezzo-soprano Michelle DeYoung will present an afternoon of song and chamber music. Ms. DeYoung will be joined by Jeremy Reger, piano, and Andrew Krimm, viola, presenting works by Brahms, Frank Bridge, and other operatic classics.
Romantic Violin - ONDRACEK-ARZUMANYAN DUO (MONTROSE)
The ONDRACEK-ARZUMANYAN DUO (violin/piano) present a dazzling program of romantic violin sonatas.
VIOLA SPECTACULAR, Andrew Krimm, violist (MONTROSE)
Executive Director, Andrew Krimm will be joined by Erin Patterson, cello and Madoka Asari, piano for an afternoon of chamber music. Andrew is also excited to present his newly acquired 242 year-old instrument made in 1780 by William Forster. The Forster viola is not only a historical artifact and a work of art in terms of craftsmanship, but has the most beautiful and unique quality of tone with both a rich low range and a dazzling higher register. Come hear a piece of history and enjoy some fantastic chamber music!
CELLO SONATAS: DR. JASON PEGIS, CELLO, & DR. BARBIE NOYES, PIANO (MONTROSE)
Jason Pegis, Instructor of Cello Colorado Mesa University & Barbie Noyes, Lecturer in Collaborative Piano, University of Colorado Boulder will present a program of cello sonatas including the Brahms and Prokofiev Cello sonatas, as well as works by Debussy, Rachmaninov, and Schumann.