Guest Artist Series 2009-2010
Center for Arts and Performance · 8815 W. Wisconsin Ave
Seating locations are found on the Seating diagram for the Schwan Concert Hall.
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At this time you may purchase the complete Classic Series, Encore Series, Family Series or Keyboard Conversations Series or Create Your Own Series. You may also order tickets to A Christmas Gift on December 18 and 19 in combination with one of the above series.
All ticket prices are in this order: Adult/Discount/Student.
Student price applies to all students, elementary through college.
Ticket prices include tax, but do not include $4 transaction fee.
$2 Mailing Fee added to orders that are mailed.
Discount price applies to seniors 65+, Friends of the Arts donors, WLC alumni, and WLC faculty/staff.
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Karkowska Sisters Duo
Friday, September 18, 2009 – 8:00 p.m.The award-winning Karkowska Sisters Duo, a nationally and internationally acclaimed ensemble, has been praised by the press for performing "Virtuoso pieceswith virtuoso accompaniment" (Union Journal, Chicago) and "telling fantastic stories withmusic that literally takes one's breath away" (Fairmont Chamber Music Society). Anna (violinist) and Kasha (pianist) Karkowska have toured North America and Europe extensively, always meeting with raving reviews. Their debut at Carnegie Hallwas an unmitigated success crowned with standing ovations and encores. The duo intersperses elements of comedic banter to make concerts entertaining aswell as inspiring. www.KarkowskaDuo.org
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Oh Mr. Sousa!
Friday, October 2, 2009 – 8:00 p.m.
Dinner Option – 6:30 p.m.Oh Mr. Sousa! pays tribute to an American music giant whose music has stirred the heart of the nation for decades. John Philip Sousa wrote 136 marches (including The Stars & Stripes Forever), earning him the title "The March King." He also penned 15 operettas, dozens of waltzes and school anthems, wrote seven novels, and even has an instrument named after him– the sousaphone. After serving as the conductor of the U.S. Marine Band for 12 years, he went on to organize his own band. The Sousa Band toured from 1892-1931, with 15,623 performances. This musical concert and theatrical experiencewill feature a 22-piece concert band and eight singing actors who perform 37 roles to highlight the life and times of John Phillip Sousa. www.OhMrSousa.com
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Laura Ingalls Wilder
Sunday, October 18, 2009 – 3:00 p.m.Based on Wilder's own childhood experiences, which she began recording in her 60s, this original musical delights young audiences with the adventures of a young girl and her family. Laura and her family travel across America in search of a place they can call home. Facing obstacles such as scarlet fever and eviction from their land, their pioneering spirit and family bonds are tested, but never broken. This uplifting story of one of America'smost beloved authors comes to life in ArtsPower's popular musical. www.ArtsPower.org
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Rave On! The Buddy Holly Tribute
Friday, October 23, 2009 – 8:00 p.m.Remember poodle skirts? How about carhops, the twist, hula hoops and Buddy Holly? Well, the '50s aren't just a thing of the past. Rave On! presents an electrifying show paying homage to rock 'n roll's immortal legend – Buddy Holly. Billy McGuigan has received national acclaimfor his portrayals of the legendary Buddy Holly. Audiences continue to be awed by his realism, sincerity and talent. The impact of the music will make a lasting impression on audiences of all ages! Get ready to rock out to your classic favorites like Peggy Sue, That'll Be the Day, Not Fade Away and of course, Rave On!
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Snow White
Sunday, November 15, 2009 – 3:00 p.m.This musical adaptation of the classic Grimm's fairy tale features a script with lovable characters portrayed by an ensemble of live actors and wonderful puppets. Follow along as Snow White meets her pint-sized friends, takes the apple from the Evil Queen, receives a kiss from the Prince and lives happily ever after. This faithful rendition of the fairy tale will inspire young audiences to read the original. www.TheatreIV.org
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Boni Pueri
Friday, November 20, 2009 – 8:00 p.m.Boni Pueri, the Czech Boys' Choir, is ranked among the finest boys' choirs in the world. Founded in 1982, the choir has given more than 2,500 concerts in North America, Asia and Europe, and has produced 13 recordings. One of Europe's most famous musical ensembles, Boni Pueri has also been featured on a number of television and radio broadcasts. It is to be expected that they can read music, sing in tune and quickly learn newscores. What is truly magical is that they do all of this with an evident flair and enthusiasm for music on one hand while being so self-disciplined on the other. www.BoniPueri.cz
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A Christmas Gift – Jimmy Dorsey Orchestra and the Pied Pipers
Friday and Saturday,
December 18 & 19, 2009 – 8:00 p.m.
Dinner Option December 19 – 6:00 p.m.
'Tis the season to be jolly … and to be entertained with a holiday performance of A Christmas Gift featuring the Jimmy Dorsey Orchestra and the Pied Pipers. Holiday music seekers will have their appetites satisfied with an evening of rich sounds and full harmonies. Find yourself inspired to join in and be a part of the emotion-packed performance. Sit back and relax, stay warm, clap your hands, tap your toes and enjoy the beat of the holiday tradition of the Jimmy Dorsey Orchestra and the Pied Pipers.
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Quarteto Vivace Brasil
Friday, January 15, 2010 – 8:00 p.m.One of the most exciting new groups on the Brazillian music scene, four master players from South America, perform on two guitars, percussion and flute, bringing sizzling energy to Brazilian sambas and jazz. The group is adept at a variety of genres including Argentinian tangos, American ragtime and arrangements of favorite classics such as Bizet's Carmen and Saint-Saens' Carnival of the Animals.www.quartetovivace.com
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David Seebach's Wonders of Magic
Sunday, January 24, 2010 – 3:00 p.m.Nationally acclaimed magician David Seebach has appeared coast-to-coast, in Canada and Europe. Discover this unique performer with his onstage charm and delightful blend of mystery, humor and wit in a very funny, fast-paced attraction that will have you laughing and amazed. David Seebach's Wonders of Magic has thrilled audiences for more than 20 years. As he works his magic, he slyly lets the audience know that everything is for-the-fun-of-it. www.DavidSeebach.com
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I Musici de Montréal
Friday, February 5, 2010 – 8:00 p.m.I Musici de Montréal has developed a well-deserved reputation as one of the world's finest chamber orchestras. Known for its gutsy, passionate music-making, I Musici de Montréal presents imaginative programs that draw on repertoire spanning the centuries. Under the direction of cellist Yuli Turovsky, the orchestra performs more than 100 concerts annually. Everywhere it appears, the orchestra's precision, cohesion and distinctive sound charm audiences and critics. Fanfaremagazine recently added its voice to the chorus of praise when it named I Musici de Montréal "one of the best chamber orchestras in North America." The performance will include a special multimedia performance of Mussorgsky's Pictures at an Exhibition. www.imusici.com
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David Osborne – Keys to the Heart
Sunday, February 14, 2010 – 7:30 p.m.
Dinner Option – 6:00 p.m.Make it a perfect Valentine's Day with David Osborne's touch and feel for romantic love songs that has earned him the title "Master of the Romantic Piano." With current CD sales in excess of three million, David Osborne's credentials as a pianist are astounding! Known as the "Pianist to the Presidents," the list of White House command performances includes appearances for Presidents Reagan, Carter, Clinton and Bush. David utilizes his classical study and technique to execute flawless performances of timeless standards of the American songbook. He combines this technique with his love for the piano andmusic to unlock the "Keys to the Heart." www.DavidOborneMusic.com
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A Night at the Oscars starring Shirley Jones
Featuring the Hollywood Concert Orchestra
Friday, March 5, 2010 – 8:00 p.m.
Dinner Option – 6:30 p.m.
A Night at the Oscars, featuring the Oscar Award-winning singer/actress Shirley Jones, promises to be a memorable and magical red-carpet event! Ms. Jones was the original star of world-famous musicals such as Oklahoma and Music Man. The production also features beloved and unforgettable themes from Broadway and movies including suites from West Side Story, Phantom of the Opera, The Sound of Music and My Fair Lady, among many others. The Hollywood Concert Orchestra, an orchestra including 35 of America's finest musicians, is rapidly becoming one of the premier musical ensembles in the world. The entire evening will an unforgettable event as we spend an exciting Night at the Oscars.
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Seussical
Friday, March 12, 2010 – 7:30 p.m.
"Oh, the thinks you can think" when Dr. Seuss's best-loved stories collide and cavort in an unforgettable musical caper! Adapted from the Broadway version of Seussical, this romp through the Seuss classics features the Cat in the Hat as the host and emcee (and all-around mischief-maker). The noble Horton the Elephant, the one-feathered bird Gertrude McFuzz and the antics of the Cat in the Hat steal the spotlight in one of Theatreworks' largest-scale productions to date! www.TheatreworksUSA.org
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Shidara
Tuesday, March 16, 2010 – 7:30 p.m.
From the forests and mountains of Japan comes Shidara, recognized as one of the foremost Japanese drum companies in the world. Taiko, the unmatched percussive form that is a centuries-old tradition, showcases a rigor and discipline of drumming. With extraordinary strength and training, these artists train for years to bring precision, incomparable ensemble work and incredible passion to their work. Blending masterful skill, blinding energy and break-neck speed, Shidara delivers a thunderous and powerful energy, sweeping the audience away to another place and time. www.Shidara.co.jp
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Jane Hunt
Friday, April 16, 2010 – 8:00 p.m.British-born violinist Jane Hunt studied at the Royal Northern College of Music in Manchester, England, and in 2005 graduated with a first-class honors degree. The classically trained violinist has appeared with symphony orchestras throughout England and America, and has performed as a soloist at prestigious venues around the world. Her Violin Venus Show is centered around music from many different genres focusing mainly on Classical, Celtic and Jazz. Other musicians she involves in the project are each acclaimed artists in their specific field of music, and have come together to combine their talents creating an eclectic show that is accessible to every audience. www.ViolinVenus.com
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Jeffrey Siegel Keyboard Conversations®
American pianist Jeffrey Siegel enjoys a flourishing career and has appeared with every major American orchestra as well as in the leading music capitals of the world. His enthusiasm is contagious, his credentials are world-class, and his virtuosity is astounding. Join Jeffrey for a season full of informative and entertaining Keyboard Conversations®, four full concerts with the stories behind the music's creation. These experiences begin with an insightful and entertaining prologue on the music and its composer, are followed by a full performance of the works, and end with a lively question-and-answer session.
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Celebrating Chopin
Chopin for Lovers
September 16, 2009 – 7:30 p.m.
Each composition on this program was inspired by a different woman in the composer's love life! The vivacious E Flat Waltz, the touching Farewell Waltz, the dreamy Larghetto Opus 21, some of the demonic Preludes from Opus 28, and the famous Fantasy Impromptu.
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Chopin the Patriot
December 16, 2009 – 7:30 p.m.
Listen to the dance! The Polonaise and the Mazurka, two nationalistic Polish dances, had special meaning for this proud Polish composer. The program includes Three Polonaises: the tender G Minor of the 8-year-old genius, the brooding C Minor and the ever-popular heroic A Flat, as well as several buoyant and poignant Mazurkas, perhaps Chopin's most personal works.
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Chopin the Storyteller
March 10, 2010 – 7:30 p.m.
Epic poems and short stories in tone. What may have inspired these musical narratives and how does a composer "tell" them without words? The program includes Ballades of Chopin, Novelettes of Robert Schumann (whose 200th birthday we also celebrate this season) and Ballades of Brahms.
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Chopin and the Future
May 12, 2010 – 7:30 p.m.
Chopin is not only one of the most popular composers of all time but also one of the most influential. The program includes works of Chopin that both delight the ear and point to the future – Etudes and Nocturnes – as well as Chopinesque compositions of Tchaikovsky, Debussy, Scriabin, and Szymanowski.
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