BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Connecticut Virtuosi - ECPv6.2.9//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:http://thevirtuosi.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Connecticut Virtuosi REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240609T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240609T170000 DTSTAMP:20260430T013933 CREATED:20230823T033457Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T144930Z UID:10343-1717945200-1717952400@thevirtuosi.org SUMMARY:THE STORY OF BRAZIL IN MOTION WITH FELIPE PULETINI DESCRIPTION:“We the People” Immigrant Stories in Music – Part Eight:\nViolinist Brunilda Myftaraj leads the Virtuosi in a concert featuring Brazilian-American choreographer Felipe Puletini and Ballet RI dancers Alexa Kearnan & Garret McNally. The love of movement and its artistic expression in dance are essential elements of Brazilian culture and music. These traditions are reflected in the work of the Brazilian American dancer Felipe Puletini and his AMA Dance Theatre. The event’s repertoire will feature Sonata for strings “O Burrico de Pau” (The Wooden Donkey) by Antônio Carlos Gomes\, an ever-beautiful Symphony No. 29 in A Major\, K201 by W. A. Mozart\, and Bachianas Brasileiras No.9\, by Heitor Villa-Lobos. \nFOR ADMISSION PLEASE VISIT: https://nbmaa.org/events/sunday-music-series-2024 \n\nFelipe Puletini\nFelipe Puletini is a member of the International Dance Council – CID/ UNESCO. Puletini is currently the head of the children’s division and company manager for Ballet RI. His responsibilities include coordinating the school and being the children’s cast director for The Nutcracker\, as well as assisting the dance company’s directors in organizing productions\, scheduling\, communications\, cultivation of donors\, and tour management. Throughout his professional career in Brazil and the USA\, he has performed in repertory classical ballet\, musical theater\, and Brazilian television. Career highlights include Cinderella\, Swan Lake\, Paquita\, Don Quixote\, The Nutcracker\, Don Quixote (Cuban version)\, and La Fille Mal Guardée (Cuban version)\, I Gotcha! (Bob Fosse and Fred Ebb)\, The Hunchback Of Notre Dame\, The Lion King\, The Little Mermaid\, and the ensemble in 1st Bibi Ferreira Awards (The Brazilian Tony Awards). His repertory includes contemporary works by Rodney Rivera\, Sergei Vanaev\, Alejandro Ulloa\, Lauren Edson\, Gabrielle Lamb\, Catherine Fellows\, Pascal Rekoert\, and Nan Giordano. Puletini is a guest teaching artist for Central Connecticut State University (Dance Education)\, and coaches/choreographs for many schools in New England. As a choreographer and dancer\, he has collaborated with the New Britain Symphony Orchestra\, the Mystic River Chorale\, Mystic Outdoor Festival Performing Arts Stage\, the University of South Carolina – Beaufort\, and New England Ballet Theatre of CT. \nGarret McNally began his classical training in 2008 at the Robert Ivey Ballet in Charleston\, SC. In 2014\, he attended the University of North Carolina School of the Arts High School Program training under Susan Jaffe\, Jared Redick\, Misha Tchoupakov\, Frank Smith\, and others. There his passion for dancing grew\, performing many works including August Bournonville’s Napoli Pas de Six\, Frederick Ashton’s Birthday Offering\, George Balanchine’s Allegro Brillante\, Donizetti Variations\, and Serenade\, Helen Pickett’s Petal\, Natalia Makarova’s La Bayadere\, and Michel Folkine’s Les Sylphides. Afterwards\, he joined the New Orleans Ballet Theatre amid studying History at the University of New Orleans. After graduating in 2021\, he joined the Richmond Ballet as a Second Company dancer being promoted into the main company the following season. There he worked and performed in Malcolm Burn’s Romeo & Juliet\, Stoner Winslett’s Echoing Past\, and The Nutcracker\, MaCong’s Thrive\, Firebird\, and Ershter Vals\, Jerome Robbins’ In the Night\, George Balanchine’s Allegro Brillante\, and Serenade\, as well as works by Jennifer Archibald\, Val Caniparoli\, Yury Yanowsky\, Nicolo Fonte\, and Katarzyna Skarpetowska. This is his second season with Ballet RI. \nAlexa Kearnan is from Uxbridge\, Massachusetts where she trained at Deane Dance Studio in Mendon\, Massachusetts. Alexa started dancing with Ballet RI as a trainee during the 2021/2022 season. She is returning to her fourth season with Ballet RI now promoted as an Apprentice. \nAlbanian-American violinist Brunilda Myftaraj has drawn enthusiastic accolades from audiences as well as critical acclaim for her masterful musicianship in Albania\, Italy\, Greece\, France\, Morocco\, Austria\, Switzerland\, Poland\, Israel\, and in the United States. She has been praised by the New London Day critic as an “especially fine and beautiful player”. Although Myftaraj’s teachers are some of the world’s finest\, her true inspiration comes from audiences and her students. Her recordings of“Naked Violin” and “The American Pie” received impeccable reviews from Fanfare magazine. Brunilda was part of the Love’s Tango recording project with Alex Nakimovsky and June Bizantz\, which has been awarded a 2019 Silver Global Music Award for Outstanding Achievement in the album & lyrics/songwriting categories. Ms. Myftaraj currently holds the position of Concertmaster for the Connecticut Virtuosi\, Connecticut Lyric Opera and Greve opera festival in Italy. She is the director of the Virtuosi Music Academy and the Summer Music Institute in Farmington Connecticut\, where she also teaches violin and chamber music. \nAbout the Series \nConnecticut Virtuosi’s “We The People” concert series was partly funded by an Arts grant from the National Endowment for the Arts. From 2021 to 2024 the Virtuosi will introduce audiences to the rich and diverse cultural threads woven by America’s immigrants into 20th and 21st-century music. Each concert features an immigrant composer and/or musician whose music reflects inspiration from a distinct culture or group of cultures. Each concert includes written and/or spoken word pieces by writers who are themselves immigrants from the culture(s) being highlighted. When words fail\, music speaks. The series explores connections between cultures\, languages\, and people. URL:http://thevirtuosi.org/event/the-story-of-brazil-in-motion-with-felipe-puletini-2/ LOCATION:New Britain Museum of American Art\, 56 Lexington St.\, New Britain\, CT\, 06052 CATEGORIES:“We the People” Immigrant Stories in Music,2023-2024 CVCO Concert Season,New Britain,The New Britain Museum of American Art ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:http://thevirtuosi.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Facetune_08-08-2022-22-23-47-scaled-e1708384150403.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Connecticut Virtuosi Chamber Orchestra":MAILTO:info@thevirtuosi.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240602T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240602T150000 DTSTAMP:20260430T013933 CREATED:20230823T033239Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240529T191318Z UID:10341-1717340400-1717340400@thevirtuosi.org SUMMARY:The Story of Brazil in Motion with Felipe Puletini DESCRIPTION:“We the People” Immigrant Stories in Music – Part Eight:\n \nViolinist Brunilda Myftaraj leads the Virtuosi in a concert featuring Brazilian-American choreographer Felipe Puletini and Ballet RI dancers Alexa Kearnan & Garret McNally. The love of movement and its artistic expression in dance are essential elements of Brazilian culture and music. These traditions are reflected in the work of the Brazilian American dancer Felipe Puletini and his AMA Dance Theatre. The event’s repertoire will feature Bachianas brasileiras No.9\, by Heitor Villa-Lobos\,  Sonata for strings “O Burrico de Pau” (The Wooden Donkey) by Antônio Carlos Gomes. \nThe concert and the Virtuosi Season will include an ever-beautiful Symphony No. 29 in A Major\, K201 by W. A. Mozart. \nTICKETS at: https://bushnell.org/shows-concerts/connecticut-virtuosi-the-story-of-brazil-in-motion \n\nFelipe Puletini\nFelipe Puletini is a member of the International Dance Council – CID/ UNESCO. Puletini is currently the head of the children’s division and company manager for Ballet RI. His responsibilities include coordinating the school and being the children’s cast director for The Nutcracker\, as well as assisting the dance company’s directors in organizing productions\, scheduling\, communications\, cultivation of donors\, and tour management. Throughout his professional career in Brazil and the USA\, he has performed in repertory classical ballet\, musical theater\, and Brazilian television. Career highlights include Cinderella\, Swan Lake\, Paquita\, Don Quixote\, The Nutcracker\, Don Quixote (Cuban version)\, and La Fille Mal Guardée (Cuban version)\, I Gotcha! (Bob Fosse and Fred Ebb)\, The Hunchback Of Notre Dame\, The Lion King\, The Little Mermaid\, and the ensemble in 1st Bibi Ferreira Awards (The Brazilian Tony Awards). His repertory includes contemporary works by Rodney Rivera\, Sergei Vanaev\, Alejandro Ulloa\, Lauren Edson\, Gabrielle Lamb\, Catherine Fellows\, Pascal Rekoert\, and Nan Giordano. Puletini is a guest teaching artist for Central Connecticut State University (Dance Education)\, and coaches/choreographs for many schools in New England. As a choreographer and dancer\, he has collaborated with the New Britain Symphony Orchestra\, the Mystic River Chorale\, Mystic Outdoor Festival Performing Arts Stage\, the University of South Carolina – Beaufort\, and New England Ballet Theatre of CT. \nGarret McNally began his classical training in 2008 at the Robert Ivey Ballet in Charleston\, SC. In 2014\, he attended the University of North Carolina School of the Arts High School Program training under Susan Jaffe\, Jared Redick\, Misha Tchoupakov\, Frank Smith\, and others. There his passion for dancing grew\, performing many works including August Bournonville’s Napoli Pas de Six\, Frederick Ashton’s Birthday Offering\, George Balanchine’s Allegro Brillante\, Donizetti Variations\, and Serenade\, Helen Pickett’s Petal\, Natalia Makarova’s La Bayadere\, and Michel Folkine’s Les Sylphides. Afterwards\, he joined the New Orleans Ballet Theatre amid studying History at the University of New Orleans. After graduating in 2021\, he joined the Richmond Ballet as a Second Company dancer being promoted into the main company the following season. There he worked and performed in Malcolm Burn’s Romeo & Juliet\, Stoner Winslett’s Echoing Past\, and The Nutcracker\, MaCong’s Thrive\, Firebird\, and Ershter Vals\, Jerome Robbins’ In the Night\, George Balanchine’s Allegro Brillante\, and Serenade\, as well as works by Jennifer Archibald\, Val Caniparoli\, Yury Yanowsky\, Nicolo Fonte\, and Katarzyna Skarpetowska. This is his second season with Ballet RI. \nAlexa Kearnan is from Uxbridge\, Massachusetts where she trained at Deane Dance Studio in Mendon\, Massachusetts. Alexa started dancing with Ballet RI as a trainee during the 2021/2022 season. She is returning to her fourth season with Ballet RI now promoted as an Apprentice. \nAlbanian-American violinist Brunilda Myftaraj has drawn enthusiastic accolades from audiences as well as critical acclaim for her masterful musicianship in Albania\, Italy\, Greece\, France\, Morocco\, Austria\, Switzerland\, Poland\, Israel\, and in the United States. She has been praised by the New London Day critic as an “especially fine and beautiful player”. Although Myftaraj’s teachers are some of the world’s finest\, her true inspiration comes from audiences and her students. Her recordings of“Naked Violin” and “The American Pie” received impeccable reviews from Fanfare magazine. Brunilda was part of the Love’s Tango recording project with Alex Nakimovsky and June Bizantz\, which has been awarded a 2019 Silver Global Music Award for Outstanding Achievement in the album & lyrics/songwriting categories. Ms. Myftaraj currently holds the position of Concertmaster for the Connecticut Virtuosi\, Connecticut Lyric Opera and Greve opera festival in Italy. She is the director of the Virtuosi Music Academy and the Summer Music Institute in Farmington Connecticut\, where she also teaches violin and chamber music. \nAbout the Series \nConnecticut Virtuosi’s “We The People” concert series was partly funded by an Arts grant from the National Endowment for the Arts. From 2021 to 2024 the Virtuosi will introduce audiences to the rich and diverse cultural threads woven by America’s immigrants into 20th and 21st-century music. Each concert features an immigrant composer and/or musician whose music reflects inspiration from a distinct culture or group of cultures. Each concert includes written and/or spoken word pieces by writers who are themselves immigrants from the culture(s) being highlighted. When words fail\, music speaks. The series explores connections between cultures\, languages\, and people. URL:http://thevirtuosi.org/event/the-story-of-brazil-in-motion-with-felipe-puletini/ LOCATION:Bushnell Arts Center @ the First Presbyterian\, 136 Capitol Ave\, Hartford\, CT\, 06106 CATEGORIES:“We the People” Immigrant Stories in Music,2023-2024 CVCO Concert Season,Bushnell Arts Center,Hartford ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:http://thevirtuosi.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Facetune_08-08-2022-22-23-47-scaled-e1708384150403.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Connecticut Virtuosi Chamber Orchestra":MAILTO:info@thevirtuosi.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240601T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240601T193000 DTSTAMP:20260430T013933 CREATED:20240327T002856Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T020138Z UID:11155-1717270200-1717270200@thevirtuosi.org SUMMARY:Madama Butterfly - 2024 DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin us for an unforgettable operatic experience as the Connecticut Lyric Opera brings Madama Butterfly to life. Madama Butterfly is one of opera’s most enduring and poignant tales of unrequited love. Composed by Giacomo Puccini\, this tragic masterpiece unfolds against the backdrop of early 20th-century Japan. The story revolves around Cio Cio San\, a young Japanese geisha\, who falls deeply in love with the American naval officer Pinkerton. Their union\, however\, faces cultural clashes\, societal expectations\, and heart-wrenching challenges. Pinkerton arranges a marriage with the fifteen-year-old Cio Cio San\, known as Madam Butterfly. Their passionate union faces heart-wrenching challenges\, leading to a devastating climax. The opera explores themes of tradition\, devotion\, honor\, and justice\, taking audiences on an emotional journey from innocence to acceptance of a destiny dictated by personal honor. Don’t miss this emotional journey set to Puccini’s exquisite music. Reserve your seats now and witness the magic of one of the best OPERAS ever written! \nMEET THE CAST: \n\n \n \n \n \n Kristin Sampson (Cio- Cio- San) \n \n \n \n \n \n Daniel Juarez\, tenor\n \n \n \n \n \n Rebecca Almeida (Suzuki)\n \n \n \n \n \n Martin Fisher ( Sharpless) \n \n \n \n \n \n Stephen Fredericks ( Uncle Bonzo)\n \n \n \n \n \n Jeremy Sivitz ( Yamadori )\n \n \n \n \n \n Josaphat Contreras ( Goro)\n \n \n \n \n \n Miguel Angel Vasquez (Imperial Commissioner) \n \n \n \n \n \n Kelly Whitesell ( Kate Pinkerton) \n \n \n \n \n \n Stephanie Foster ( Kate Pinkerton) \n \n \n \n \n \n Rachel Abrams (Cio-Cio-San’s Mother) \n \n \n \n \n \n Shaunna Lucas (Aunt) \n \n \n\nThe Creative Team: \nGiorgio Lalov (stage director)\nEd Napier (assistant stage director)\nDara Blackstone (chorus master)\nPatrice Newman (pianist)\nSamuel Oram (pianist) \nAdrian Sylveen (artist director and conductor) \n\nTickets for BUTTERFLY – Middletown performance >>> \nSell tickets online with Ticketleap URL:http://thevirtuosi.org/event/butterfly-middletown/ LOCATION:Santo Fragilio Performing Arts Center\, 200 LaRosa Lane\, Middletown\, CT\, 06457 CATEGORIES:2023-2024 CVCO Concert Season,Middletown,Operas ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:http://thevirtuosi.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/54458_166727700012791_7718439_o-e1709059581980.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Connecticut Lyric Opera":MAILTO:info@ctlyricopera.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240519T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240519T150000 DTSTAMP:20260430T013933 CREATED:20230828T154646Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T020228Z UID:10522-1716130800-1716130800@thevirtuosi.org SUMMARY:Madama Butterfly New London 2024 DESCRIPTION:Join us for an unforgettable operatic experience as the Connecticut Lyric Opera brings Madama Butterfly to life. Madama Butterfly is one of opera’s most enduring and poignant tales of unrequited love. Composed by Giacomo Puccini\, this tragic masterpiece unfolds against the backdrop of early 20th-century Japan. The story revolves around Cio Cio San\, a young Japanese geisha\, who falls deeply in love with the American naval officer Pinkerton. Their union\, however\, faces cultural clashes\, societal expectations\, and heart-wrenching challenges. Pinkerton arranges a marriage with the fifteen-year-old Cio Cio San\, known as Madam Butterfly. Their passionate union faces heart-wrenching challenges\, leading to a devastating climax. The opera explores themes of tradition\, devotion\, honor\, and justice\, taking audiences on an emotional journey from innocence to acceptance of a destiny dictated by personal honor. Don’t miss this emotional journey set to Puccini’s exquisite music. Reserve your seats now and witness the magic of one of the best OPERAS ever written! \nMEET THE CAST: \n\n \n \n \n \n Kristin Sampson (Cio- Cio- San) \n \n \n \n \n \n Daniel Juarez\, tenor\n \n \n \n \n \n Rebecca Almeida (Suzuki)\n \n \n \n \n \n Stefan Szkafarowsky\, bass\n \n \n \n \n \n Martin Fisher ( Sharpless) \n \n \n \n \n \n Jeremy Sivitz ( Yamadori )\n \n \n \n \n \n Josaphat Contreras ( Goro)\n \n \n \n \n \n Miguel Angel Vasquez (Imperial Commissioner) \n \n \n \n \n \n Kelly Whitesell ( Kate Pinkerton) \n \n \n \n \n \n Stephanie Foster ( Kate Pinkerton) \n \n \n \n \n \n Rachel Abrams (Cio-Cio-San’s Mother) \n \n \n \n \n \n Shaunna Lucas (Aunt) \n \n \n\nThe Creative Team: \nGiorgio Lalov (stage director)\nEd Napier (assistant stage director)\nDara Blackstone (chorus master)\nPatrice Newman (pianist)\nSamuel Oram (pianist) \nAdrian Sylveen (artist director and conductor) URL:http://thevirtuosi.org/event/butterfly-new-london/ LOCATION:Garde Arts Center\, 325 State St.\, New London\, CT\, 06320\, United States CATEGORIES:2023-2024 CVCO Concert Season,New London,Operas ORGANIZER;CN="Connecticut Lyric Opera":MAILTO:info@ctlyricopera.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T193000 DTSTAMP:20260430T013933 CREATED:20230828T154510Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T020308Z UID:10518-1716060600-1716060600@thevirtuosi.org SUMMARY:Madama Butterfly 2024 Bushnell DESCRIPTION:Join us for an unforgettable operatic experience as the Connecticut Lyric Opera brings Madama Butterfly to life. Madama Butterfly is one of opera’s most enduring and poignant tales of unrequited love. Composed by Giacomo Puccini\, this tragic masterpiece unfolds against the backdrop of early 20th-century Japan. The story revolves around Cio Cio San\, a young Japanese geisha\, who falls deeply in love with the American naval officer Pinkerton. Their union\, however\, faces cultural clashes\, societal expectations\, and heart-wrenching challenges. Pinkerton arranges a marriage with the fifteen-year-old Cio Cio San\, known as Madam Butterfly. Their passionate union faces heart-wrenching challenges\, leading to a devastating climax. The opera explores themes of tradition\, devotion\, honor\, and justice\, taking audiences on an emotional journey from innocence to acceptance of a destiny dictated by personal honor. Don’t miss this emotional journey set to Puccini’s exquisite music. Reserve your seats now and witness the magic of one of the best OPERAS ever written! \n\nMEET THE CAST: \n\n \n \n \n \n Kristin Sampson (Cio- Cio- San) \n \n \n \n \n \n Daniel Juarez\, tenor\n \n \n \n \n \n Rebecca Almeida (Suzuki)\n \n \n \n \n \n Martin Fisher ( Sharpless) \n \n \n \n \n \n Stephen Fredericks ( Uncle Bonzo)\n \n \n \n \n \n Jeremy Sivitz ( Yamadori )\n \n \n \n \n \n Josaphat Contreras ( Goro)\n \n \n \n \n \n Miguel Angel Vasquez (Imperial Commissioner) \n \n \n \n \n \n Kelly Whitesell ( Kate Pinkerton) \n \n \n \n \n \n Stephanie Foster ( Kate Pinkerton) \n \n \n \n \n \n Rachel Abrams (Cio-Cio-San’s Mother) \n \n \n \n \n \n Shaunna Lucas (Aunt) \n \n \n\n\nThe Creative Team: \nGiorgio Lalov & Ed Napier (stage direction)\nDara Blackstone (chorus master)\nPatrice Newman (pianist)\nSamuel Oram (pianist) \nAdrian Sylveen (artist director and conductor) URL:http://thevirtuosi.org/event/madama-butterfly-hartford/ LOCATION:The Bushnell Performing Arts Center\, 166 Capitol Ave.\, Hartford\, CT\, 06106\, United States CATEGORIES:2023-2024 CVCO Concert Season,Bushnell Arts Center,Hartford,Operas ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:http://thevirtuosi.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/54458_166727700012791_7718439_o-e1709059581980.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Connecticut Lyric Opera":MAILTO:info@ctlyricopera.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240421T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240421T130000 DTSTAMP:20260430T013933 CREATED:20240130T205635Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240527T223014Z UID:11063-1713704400-1713704400@thevirtuosi.org SUMMARY:Mozart: Coronation Mass DESCRIPTION:Prepare to be transported to an era of grandeur and celestial harmonies! Join us for the beautiful Coronation Mass by Mozart\, a luminous gem that has thrilled audiences for nearly 250 years. The concert features the Moniuszko Choir\, Soloists Mary McCue\, soprano; Allison Lindsay – alto; Ed Napier – tenor; Dariusz Ocetek – bass; and the Connecticut Virtuosi Chamber Orchestra players. One of Mozart’s most beloved works\, the Coronation Mass (Krönungsmesse) resonates with both earthly splendor and spiritual fervor. Composed in 1779\, it captures the essence of regal coronations and divine blessings. \n\n \n \n \n \n Mary McCue\n \n \n \n \n \n Allison Lidsay\n \n \n \n \n \n Ed Napier\n \n \n \n \n \n Dariusz Ocetek\n \n \n\n\nMeet the Soloists: \nAllison Lindsay\nis an active operatic\, theatrical\, and concert performer from the Northeastern United States. A few of her notable roles to date include Frau/Inmate in Erwartung and Hänsel in Hänsel und Gretel (both with Madison Lyric Stage)\, the title role in Handel’s Ariodante (New York Lyric Opera Theatre)\, Siebel in Faust and Rosina in Il Barbiere di Siviglia (both with Connecticut Lyric Opera)\, among others. READ MORE \nMary McCue\njoined CLO for the Greve Opera Academy\, Italy\, as Fiordiligi in Cosi fan Tutte. Studied with Katia Ricciarelli\, Paolo Bellocci\, Armando Ariostini\, Giacomo Benedetti. She has performed Micaëla in Bizet’s Carmen\, Tebaldo/Celestial Voice in Verdi’s Don Carlo\, Eglé in Rameau’s Daphnis et Eglé\, and Bubikopf in Ullman’s Der Kaiser von Atlantis. In 2021\, she debuted with Madison Lyric Stage as Mistress of Novices/Nursing sister in Suor Angelica. Ms. McCue returns to MLS for their 2024 season as the title character in Richard Strauss’ Elektra. READ MORE>> \nEd Napier\nis a singer who wrote numerous of his plays that have been performed in NY\, LA\, and beyond. Smith and Kraus\, Dramatist Playwriting Service\, and Applause Theatre Books have published his work. He was a Columbia Senior Writing Fellow\, a Juilliard Playwriting Fellow\, and a Playwriting Fellow at the Lark. Recipient of Berilla Kerr Award. READ MORE>> \nDariusz Ocetek\nhas performed in operas\, oratorios\, operettas\, opera gala concerts\, song recitals\, musicals\, and drama plays in Poland\, the Czech Republic\, Germany\, Italy\, and the USA. His voice was heard at the New York Lyric Recovery Festival at the Carnegie Hall\, Liederkranz Opera Foundation\, North Shore Center for Performing Arts\, and Cami Hall\, 92NY\, among others. READ MORE>> URL:http://thevirtuosi.org/event/mozart-coronation-mass-2/ LOCATION:Cyril and Methodius Church\, 63 Popieluszko Court\, Hartford\, Connecticut\, 06106 CATEGORIES:2023-2024 CVCO Concert Season,Chamber Music,Hartford ORGANIZER;CN="Connecticut Virtuosi Chamber Orchestra":MAILTO:info@thevirtuosi.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240414T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240414T130000 DTSTAMP:20260430T013933 CREATED:20240130T205355Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240527T223014Z UID:11058-1713099600-1713099600@thevirtuosi.org SUMMARY:Mozart: Coronation Mass DESCRIPTION:Prepare to be transported to an era of grandeur and celestial harmonies! Join us for the beautiful Coronation Mass by Mozart\, a luminous gem that has thrilled audiences for nearly 250 years. The concert features the Moniuszko Choir\, Soloists Mary McCue\, soprano; Allison Lindsay – alto; Ed Napier – tenor; Dariusz Ocetek – bass; and the Connecticut Virtuosi Chamber Orchestra players. One of Mozart’s most beloved works\, the Coronation Mass (Krönungsmesse) resonates with both earthly splendor and spiritual fervor. Composed in 1779\, it captures the essence of regal coronations and divine blessings. \n\n \n \n \n \n Mary McCue\n \n \n \n \n \n Allison Lidsay\n \n \n \n \n \n Ed Napier\n \n \n \n \n \n Dariusz Ocetek\n \n \n\n\nMeet the Soloists: \nAllison Lindsay\nis an active operatic\, theatrical\, and concert performer from the Northeastern United States. A few of her notable roles to date include Frau/Inmate in Erwartung and Hänsel in Hänsel und Gretel (both with Madison Lyric Stage)\, the title role in Handel’s Ariodante (New York Lyric Opera Theatre)\, Siebel in Faust and Rosina in Il Barbiere di Siviglia (both with Connecticut Lyric Opera)\, among others. READ MORE \nMary McCue\njoined CLO for the Greve Opera Academy\, Italy\, as Fiordiligi in Cosi fan Tutte. Studied with Katia Ricciarelli\, Paolo Bellocci\, Armando Ariostini\, Giacomo Benedetti. She has performed Micaëla in Bizet’s Carmen\, Tebaldo/Celestial Voice in Verdi’s Don Carlo\, Eglé in Rameau’s Daphnis et Eglé\, and Bubikopf in Ullman’s Der Kaiser von Atlantis. In 2021\, she debuted with Madison Lyric Stage as Mistress of Novices/Nursing sister in Suor Angelica. Ms. McCue returns to MLS for their 2024 season as the title character in Richard Strauss’ Elektra. READ MORE>> \nEd Napier\nis a singer who wrote numerous of his plays that have been performed in NY\, LA\, and beyond. Smith and Kraus\, Dramatist Playwriting Service\, and Applause Theatre Books have published his work. He was a Columbia Senior Writing Fellow\, a Juilliard Playwriting Fellow\, and a Playwriting Fellow at the Lark. Recipient of Berilla Kerr Award. READ MORE>> \nDariusz Ocetek\nhas performed in operas\, oratorios\, operettas\, opera gala concerts\, song recitals\, musicals\, and drama plays in Poland\, the Czech Republic\, Germany\, Italy\, and the USA. His voice was heard at the New York Lyric Recovery Festival at the Carnegie Hall\, Liederkranz Opera Foundation\, North Shore Center for Performing Arts\, and Cami Hall\, 92NY\, among others. READ MORE>> URL:http://thevirtuosi.org/event/mozart-coronation-mass/ LOCATION:St. Stanislaus Kostka Church\, 607 Humboldt St\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11222 CATEGORIES:2023-2024 CVCO Concert Season,New York City ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:http://thevirtuosi.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Moniuszko-Choir-2023-p1-e1706648017408.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Connecticut Virtuosi Chamber Orchestra":MAILTO:info@thevirtuosi.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240324T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240324T140000 DTSTAMP:20260430T013933 CREATED:20240318T182327Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240527T223014Z UID:11134-1711288800-1711288800@thevirtuosi.org SUMMARY:Charter Oak Quartet plays Schubert's "Death and Maiden" DESCRIPTION:The Charter Oak String Quartet\, consisting of Adrian Sylveen (violin)\, Sandro Ladu (violin)\, Jonathan Kane (viola)\, and Zack Sears (cello)\, commences their residency at the Church with a captivating performance. The first program artfully blends the classical and contemporary\, featuring Schubert’s timeless “Death and Maiden” quartet. Additionally\, in the program\, Jonathan Kane’s “Mystic” Quartet and the premiere of Sylveen’s evocative Duet “Unresolved” for Violin and Viola. \nThis inaugural concert at the FPC marks the beginning of a promising musical journey for the ensemble within the Connecticut Virtuosi Chamber Orchestra community\, representing the first out of three planned performances this year. URL:http://thevirtuosi.org/event/charter-oak-quartet-plays-death-and-maiden/ LOCATION:First Presbyterian Church in Hartford\, 136 Capitol Ave\, Hartford\, CT\, 06105 CATEGORIES:2023-2024 CVCO Concert Season,Chamber Music,Hartford ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:http://thevirtuosi.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Charter-oak-quartet-scaled-e1692203130487.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Virtuosi Music Academy @ First Presbyterian Church":MAILTO:info@thevirtuosi.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240320T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240320T190000 DTSTAMP:20260430T013933 CREATED:20240318T193933Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240527T223014Z UID:11145-1710961200-1710961200@thevirtuosi.org SUMMARY:Virtuosi Academy Students Showcase DESCRIPTION:Please join us in supporting our Young Artists from the Virtuosi Academy@FPC\, and the Virtuosi Academy in Farmington. URL:http://thevirtuosi.org/event/virtuosi-academy-students-showcase/ LOCATION:First Presbyterian Church in Hartford\, 136 Capitol Ave\, Hartford\, CT\, 06105 CATEGORIES:2023-2024 CVCO Concert Season,Virtuosi Music Academy ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:http://thevirtuosi.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/IMG_0728-1-Large-e1710790682689.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Virtuosi Music Academy @ First Presbyterian Church":MAILTO:info@thevirtuosi.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240225T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240225T140000 DTSTAMP:20260430T013933 CREATED:20240130T203111Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240527T223108Z UID:11045-1708869600-1708869600@thevirtuosi.org SUMMARY:Organ Concertos Recital by Giacomo Benedetti DESCRIPTION:Get ready for musical magic! The Connecticut Virtuosi Players will perform at the beautiful St. Cyril & Methodius Church\, Hartford\, CT. The star of the show? The one and only Giacomo Benedetti enchanting us all with a mesmerizing performance of concertos for organ and strings. Mark your calendars and get ready to be swept away by the music! \nCONCERT PROGRAM:\nGeorge Frideric Handel: Organ Concerto Op. 4\, No. 3: HWV 291\nGeorge Frideric Handel: Organ Concerto Op.4 No.5 in F Major\, HWV 293\nGiuseppe Sammartini (1695-1750) Organ Concertos Op.9\, No.1 in A major\nWolfgang Amadeus Mozart: Sonata Da Chiesa C major KV 336 for 2 violins organ & B/C\nAntonio Vivaldi Concerto in D major for violin and Organ\, KV. 541 \nABOUT GIACOMO BENEDETTI: \nGiacomo Benedetti has studied Organ and Organ Composition in the conservatory “Lorenzo Cherubini” in Florence with Mariella Mochi and graduated with G. Libertucci: he studied with Matteo Imbruno\, organist of the Oude Kerk in Amsterdam\, following Masterclasses in Amsterdam. He studied piano with Rosa Scarlino\, harpsichord with Annaberta Conti and Alfonso Fedi\, basso continuo with Andrea Perugi\, and also following Masterclasses with Gustav Leonhardt. He worked as an assistant organist in the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore in Florence\, in the Church of Orsanmichele\, in Saint Mark’s Church; currently\, he is an organist in the Churches of San Miniato\, Santo Spirito\, and in the Anglican Church of Saint Mark in Florence. He collaborates with the theatre “Maggio Musicale Fiorentino” as an assistant cymbalist and works in many musical associations in which he often performs as a piano accompanist with singers and various musicians\, cymbalist soloist\, and accompanist. He also collaborates with the association “Ensemble San Felice”. He took part in many organ and piano competitions winning first prizes and placements. He performs concerts as Organist\, Pianist\, Cymbalist and Choir Director in various contexts: International organ festival of La Verna; Japan (Yokohama ) in the “Festival Barock” as cymbalist soloist ; XIV Festival of Ancient\, Renaissance and Baroque Music in Querètaro (Mexico) \, International Organ Accademy of Pistoia; Haendel’s soloist concerts for organ and orchestra with the Regional orchestra Val d’Arno; Anton Bieber’s Sonatas for harpsichord and violin; Florentine Chamber Orchestra with M.Lanzetta as pianist soloist; frequent collaborations with “Florence Sinphonietta” in Florence and with the baroque Ensemble “Armonia ricercata”; bassocontinuist in the baroque Ensemble “Armonia ricercata” and “I Fiori Musicali”;he followed courses with Celestino Dionsi for flute and harpsichord in baroque chamber music; in Munich for the bavarian radio; concerts in Ausburg in the Rokokolossal and in Ausburg’s Cathedral in duo and in trio with organ and piano; in Helsinki for the Italian Institute in Finland; in Turuku\, in the Cathedral and in the National Theatre; university’s choir in Florence; inauguration concerts of Legri’s organ in Calenzano with a CD recording for Calenzano’s municipality; concerts for the musical festival of Orsanmichele in Florence; realization of a DVD of a Benito Zorzit’s opera for Florence’s municipality; Choir “Armonia Cantata”; Schola Cantorum of the lutheran and anglican church in Florence; choir “Capriccio Armonico”. URL:http://thevirtuosi.org/event/2024-02-benedetti-htfrd/ LOCATION:Cyril and Methodius Church\, 63 Popieluszko Court\, Hartford\, Connecticut\, 06106 CATEGORIES:2023-2024 CVCO Concert Season,Chamber Music,Cyril & Methodius Church,Hartford ORGANIZER;CN="Connecticut Virtuosi Chamber Orchestra":MAILTO:info@thevirtuosi.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240223T203000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240223T203000 DTSTAMP:20260430T013933 CREATED:20240130T202828Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240527T223108Z UID:11041-1708720200-1708720200@thevirtuosi.org SUMMARY:Organ Concertos Recital by Giacomo Benedetti DESCRIPTION:Get ready for a night of musical magic! The Connecticut Virtuosi Players will perform at the beautiful St. Stanislaus Kostka Church. The star of the show? The one and only Giacomo Benedetti enchanting us all with a mesmerizing performance of concertos for organ and strings. Mark your calendars and get ready to be swept away by the music! \nCONCERT PROGRAM:\nGeorge Frideric Handel: Organ Concerto Op. 4\, No. 3: HWV 291\nGeorge Frideric Handel: Organ Concerto Op.4 No.5 in F Major\, HWV 293\nGiuseppe Sammartini (1695-1750) Organ Concertos Op.9\, No.1 in A major\nWolfgang Amadeus Mozart: Sonata Da Chiesa C major KV 336 for 2 violins organ & B/C\nAntonio Vivaldi Concerto in D major for violin and Organ\, KV. 541 \nABOUT GIACOMO BENEDETTI: \nGiacomo Benedetti has studied Organ and Organ Composition in the conservatory “Lorenzo Cherubini” in Florence with Mariella Mochi and graduated with G. Libertucci: he studied with Matteo Imbruno\, organist of the Oude Kerk in Amsterdam\, following Masterclasses in Amsterdam. He studied piano with Rosa Scarlino\, harpsichord with Annaberta Conti and Alfonso Fedi\, basso continuo with Andrea Perugi\, and also following Masterclasses with Gustav Leonhardt. He worked as an assistant organist in the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore in Florence\, in the Church of Orsanmichele\, in Saint Mark’s Church; currently\, he is an organist in the Churches of San Miniato\, Santo Spirito\, and in the Anglican Church of Saint Mark in Florence. He collaborates with the theatre “Maggio Musicale Fiorentino” as an assistant cymbalist and works in many musical associations in which he often performs as a piano accompanist with singers and various musicians\, cymbalist soloist\, and accompanist. He also collaborates with the association “Ensemble San Felice”. He took part in many organ and piano competitions winning first prizes and placements. He performs concerts as Organist\, Pianist\, Cymbalist and Choir Director in various contexts: International organ festival of La Verna; Japan (Yokohama ) in the “Festival Barock” as cymbalist soloist ; XIV Festival of Ancient\, Renaissance and Baroque Music in Querètaro (Mexico) \, International Organ Accademy of Pistoia; Haendel’s soloist concerts for organ and orchestra with the Regional orchestra Val d’Arno; Anton Bieber’s Sonatas for harpsichord and violin; Florentine Chamber Orchestra with M.Lanzetta as pianist soloist; frequent collaborations with “Florence Sinphonietta” in Florence and with the baroque Ensemble “Armonia ricercata”; bassocontinuist in the baroque Ensemble “Armonia ricercata” and “I Fiori Musicali”;he followed courses with Celestino Dionsi for flute and harpsichord in baroque chamber music; in Munich for the bavarian radio; concerts in Ausburg in the Rokokolossal and in Ausburg’s Cathedral in duo and in trio with organ and piano; in Helsinki for the Italian Institute in Finland; in Turuku\, in the Cathedral and in the National Theatre; university’s choir in Florence; inauguration concerts of Legri’s organ in Calenzano with a CD recording for Calenzano’s municipality; concerts for the musical festival of Orsanmichele in Florence; realization of a DVD of a Benito Zorzit’s opera for Florence’s municipality; Choir “Armonia Cantata”; Schola Cantorum of the lutheran and anglican church in Florence; choir “Capriccio Armonico”. URL:http://thevirtuosi.org/event/2402benedettinyc/ LOCATION:St. Rose of Lima R.C. Church\, 269 Parkville Ave\, Brooklyn\, NY CATEGORIES:2023-2024 CVCO Concert Season,Chamber Music,New York City ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:http://thevirtuosi.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Giacomo-Benedetti-e1706646098488.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Connecticut Virtuosi Chamber Orchestra":MAILTO:info@thevirtuosi.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240211T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240211T150000 DTSTAMP:20260430T013933 CREATED:20230823T032158Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240527T223108Z UID:10338-1707663600-1707663600@thevirtuosi.org SUMMARY:American Influencers: Hindemith\, Schoenberg\, Brahms DESCRIPTION:“We the People” Immigrant Stories in Music – Part Seven:\n \nThe Program presents the music of legendary German & Austrian composers who left a legacy on both continents. They became influential in establishing 20th-century American musical heritage: Hindemith by teaching at YALE\, and Schoenberg at Universities in California: the Concert includes Paul Hindemith’s “TrauerMusik\,” Arnold Schoenberg’s “Verklarte Nacht.” Also in the program is Johannes Brahms’ Double Concerto for Violin and Cello. The concert will feature the principal cellist of the Virtuosi\, Zack Sears\, in his debut as a soloist\, with Adrian Sylveen on the violin. \nPROGRAM: \nPaul Hindemith: “Trauermusik”\nJohannes Brahms: The Double Concerto in A minor\, Op. 102 (red. chamber orchestra)\nZachary Sears\, cello\,  Adrian Sylveen\, violin\nArold Schoenberg: “Verklarte Nacht” URL:http://thevirtuosi.org/event/romantic-influencers-hindemith-schoenberg-2/ LOCATION:New Britain Museum of American Art\, 56 Lexington St.\, New Britain\, CT\, 06052 CATEGORIES:“We the People” Immigrant Stories in Music,2023-2024 CVCO Concert Season,Chamber Music,New Britain,The New Britain Museum of American Art ORGANIZER;CN="Connecticut Virtuosi Chamber Orchestra":MAILTO:info@thevirtuosi.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240204T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240204T150000 DTSTAMP:20260430T013933 CREATED:20230823T031306Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240527T223108Z UID:10336-1707058800-1707058800@thevirtuosi.org SUMMARY:American Influencers: Hindemith\, Schoenberg\, Brahms DESCRIPTION:“We the People” Immigrant Stories in Music – Part Seven:\n  \nThe Program presents the music of legendary German & Austrian composers who left a legacy on both continents. They became influential in establishing 20th-century American musical heritage: Hindemith by teaching at YALE\, and Schoenberg at Universities in California: the Concert includes Paul Hindemith’s “TrauerMusik\,” Arnold Schoenberg’s “Verklarte Nacht.” Also in the program is Johannes Brahms’ Double Concerto for Violin and Cello. The concert will feature the principal cellist of the Virtuosi\, Zack Sears\, in his debut as a soloist\, with Adrian Sylveen on the violin. \nPROGRAM: \nPaul Hindemith: “Trauermusik”\nJohannes Brahms: The Double Concerto in A minor\, Op. 102 (red. chamber orchestra)\nZachary Sears\, cello\,  Adrian Sylveen\, violin\nArold Schoenberg: “Verklarte Nacht” \n  \n\n \n \n \n \n Zack Sears\, cello\n \n \n \n \n \n Adrian Sylveen\, violin URL:http://thevirtuosi.org/event/romantic-influencers-hindemith-schoenberg/ LOCATION:Bushnell Arts Center @ the First Presbyterian\, 136 Capitol Ave\, Hartford\, CT\, 06106 CATEGORIES:“We the People” Immigrant Stories in Music,2023-2024 CVCO Concert Season,Bushnell Arts Center,Hartford ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:http://thevirtuosi.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Copy-of-American-Infuenres.png ORGANIZER;CN="Connecticut Virtuosi Chamber Orchestra":MAILTO:info@thevirtuosi.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240114T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240114T193000 DTSTAMP:20260430T013933 CREATED:20230828T161528Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240527T223108Z UID:10544-1705260600-1705260600@thevirtuosi.org SUMMARY:Resplendent Revival - Polish Renaissance of the 20th Century DESCRIPTION:In Program:\nEdvard Grieg: Suite\, Op. 40\, “From Holberg’s Time”\nGrażyna Bacewicz: Concerto for String Orchestra\nRoman Palester: “Nocturne for Strings” (an American Premiere)\nWolfgang Amadeus Mozart: Sinfonia Concertante for Violin\, Viola in E♭ major\, K. 364 \n\nThe Connecticut Virtuosi’s upcoming program is an absolute must-see for any music lover! With a lineup of composers who have played a pivotal role in shaping the contemporary music of Eastern Europe\, this concert promises to be an extraordinary experience. From the captivating composition of Grażyna Bacewicz and the American Premiere of “Nocturne” by Roman Palester\, framed by the masterpieces of Grieg and Mozart\, the audience will be taken on a thrilling musical journey. The virtuosity and passion of the performers combined with the brilliance of these composers’ works will undoubtedly leave a lasting impression. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to immerse yourself in the vibrant music of Eastern Europe! \n\nRoman Palester (1907-1989) was a Polish composer and pianist known for his innovative and distinctive musical style. Born in Śniatyń\, Poland\, Palester showed an early talent for music\, beginning piano lessons at the age of seven and studying at the prestigious Music Institute in Kraków by the age of twelve. He furthered his education in music theory and composition at the Warsaw Conservatory\, graduating in 1931 under the guidance of Kazimierz Sikorski. Palester’s career was marked by his strong political convictions\, which often landed him in trouble with the authorities. During World War II\, he was briefly imprisoned in Warsaw’s Pawiak prison due to his outspoken views. Despite these challenges\, Palester’s reputation as a composer continued to grow\, and by the late 1940s\, he was widely regarded as one of Poland’s greatest living composers. However\, his refusal to conform to the principles of Socialist Realism and his association with Radio Free Europe led to his exile from Poland. Despite this setback\, Palester continued to compose abroad\, experimenting with twelve-tone serialism in his later works. While his compositions were highly regarded throughout Europe\, it was not until the late 1970s that the censorship ban on his work was lifted by the Polish Composers’ Union. Although his music has fallen from the public view in Poland in recent years\, Palester’s contributions to modern Polish composition remain significant and he is highly regarded among specialists in the field.\n \nPalester’s “Nocturne for String Orchestra” was composed in 1947 and revised in 1954. This piece is a significant work in Palester’s repertoire\, showcasing his unique compositional style. The Nocturne was premiered by the Orchestra of the Polish Radio and Television in Kraków\, conducted by Szymon Kawalla in 1978. Palester’s music\, including the Nocturne\, is known for its individuality and new compositional thinking. \n\nGrażyna Bacewicz\, born on February 5\, 1909\, was a Polish composer and violinist of Lithuanian origin. She is recognized as the second Polish female composer to have achieved national and international recognition\, following Maria Szymanowska in the early 19th century. Bacewicz was born in Łódź\, and her father\, Wincenty Bacewicz\, gave her her first piano and violin lessons. In 1928\, she began studying at the Warsaw Conservatory\, where she studied violin with Józef Jarzębski and piano with Józef Turczyński\, and composition with Kazimierz Sikorski\, graduating in 1932 as a violinist and composer. She continued her education in Paris\, having been granted a stipend by Ignacy Jan Paderewski to attend the École Normale de Musique. She studied there in 1932–33 with Nadia Boulanger (composition) and André Touret (violin). After completing her studies\, Bacewicz took part in numerous events as a soloist\, composer\, and jury member. From 1936 to 1938\, she was the principal violinist of the Polish Radio Orchestra. \nGrażyna Bacewicz’s Concerto for String Orchestra\, composed in 1948\, is often referred to as her opus magnum. It is considered one of the foremost works of 20th-century Polish music and is frequently performed at subscriber concerts. The concerto\, which consists of three movements: Allegro\, Andante\, and Vivo\, was premiered by the Polish Radio Symphony Orchestra. This significant work earned Bacewicz the State Award of the 3rd Degree in 1950 and continues to captivate audiences worldwide. \n\nWolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s “Sinfonia Concertante for Violin\, Viola\, and Orchestra in E-flat major\, K. 364 (320d)” was composed in 1779. At the time of its composition\, Mozart was on a tour of Europe that included Mannheim and Paris⁴. This piece is considered Mozart’s most successful realization in the sinfonia concertante genre\, a cross-over genre between symphony and concerto. The piece is scored in three movements for solo violin\, solo viola\, two oboes\, two horns\, and strings\, the last including a divided viola section\, which accounts for the work’s rich harmony. The three movements of the piece are Allegro maestoso\, Andante\, and Presto. \n\nThe “Holberg Suite\, Op. 40”\, more properly titled “From Holberg’s Time” (Norwegian: Fra Holbergs tid)\, subtitled “Suite in olden style” (Norwegian: Suite i gammel stil)\, is a suite of five movements based on eighteenth-century dance forms. It was written by Edvard Grieg in 1884 to celebrate the 200th anniversary of the birth of Dano-Norwegian humanist playwright Ludvig Holberg (1684–1754). The suite was originally composed for the piano\, but a year later was adapted by Grieg himself for string orchestra. The suite consists of an introduction and a set of dances. It is an early essay in neoclassicism\, an attempt to echo as much as was known in Grieg’s time of the music of Holberg’s era. URL:http://thevirtuosi.org/event/resplendent-revival-polish-renaissance-of-the-20th-century/ LOCATION:Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall\, 154 W 57th St\, New York\, NY\, 10019\, United States CATEGORIES:2023-2024 CVCO Concert Season,New York City ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:http://thevirtuosi.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/2024-01-14-Virtuosi-at-Weill-Carnegie-Hall-scaled-e1733230519751.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Connecticut Virtuosi Chamber Orchestra":MAILTO:info@thevirtuosi.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231217T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231217T123000 DTSTAMP:20260430T013933 CREATED:20231116T175703Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240527T223109Z UID:10839-1702816200-1702816200@thevirtuosi.org SUMMARY:Saint-Saens: Oratorio de Noël - Christmas Oratorio DESCRIPTION:Join us on December 17th at 12:30 pm for a performance of the Oratorio de Noël\, Op. 12\, by the renowned composer Camille Saint-Saëns. Presented by the CLO soloists and chorus\, in collaboration with the Connecticut Virtuosi\, this Christmas Oratorio promises to be a mesmerizing musical experience that will leave you filled with the joy and spirit of the holiday season. The Oratorio de Noël is a stunning composition that beautifully captures the essence of the holiday season. With its rich harmonies\, soaring melodies\, and heartfelt lyrics\, this performance will undoubtedly touch your soul and ignite your Christmas spirit. \nSoloists are: Kelly Whitesell\, soprano\, Anna Kelly\, mezzo-soprano\, Emily Gregonis\, mezzo-soprano\, Rebecca de Almeida\, alto\, Seth Allen\, tenor\, John Gibney\, baritone. \nTaking place at the beautiful Cyril & Methodius Church\, this event is a perfect opportunity to gather with friends and family and immerse yourself in the enchanting sounds of Saint-Saëns’ masterpiece. The talented soloists and chorus\, accompanied by the Connecticut Virtuosi\, will transport you to a world of musical brilliance and Christmas magic. \nDon’t miss out on this extraordinary musical event. Mark your calendars for December 17th at 12:30 pm and join us at the Cyril & Methodius Church in Hartford\, Connecticut. Come and celebrate the joy of Christmas with us as we embark on a musical journey through the Oratorio de Noël. URL:http://thevirtuosi.org/event/saint-saens-oratorio-de-noel-christmas-oratorio/ LOCATION:Cyril and Methodius Church\, 63 Popieluszko Court\, Hartford\, Connecticut\, 06106 CATEGORIES:2023-2024 CVCO Concert Season,Hartford,Operas ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:http://thevirtuosi.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Christmas-Tree-Snow-drawing-1080x675-1.webp ORGANIZER;CN="Connecticut Lyric Opera":MAILTO:info@ctlyricopera.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231210T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231210T150000 DTSTAMP:20260430T013933 CREATED:20230828T161721Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240527T223109Z UID:10546-1702220400-1702220400@thevirtuosi.org SUMMARY:Annual Christmas Concert DESCRIPTION:With Guest Violinist Luca Rinaldi. (This is a free-admission event) \n\nMoniuszko Choir at the Wadsworth\nThe Annual Christmas Concert at the Torp Theater\, Central Connecticut State University\, promises to be a delightful event filled with beautiful music and holiday cheer. The program includes a diverse selection of classical pieces\, showcasing the talent of guest violinist Luca Rinaldi. Rinaldi\, a renowned Italian violinist and winner of several prestigious competitions\, will take center stage as the soloist for Antonio Vivaldi’s beloved masterpiece\, The Four Seasons. His virtuosity and passion are sure to captivate the audience. The concert will also feature Stanislaw Moniuszko’s String Symphony\, a homage to Polish national opera\, and Grażyna Bacewicz’s Concerto for a String Orchestra\, showcasing the composer’s unique style and musicality. In addition\, the audience will be treated to arrangements of Polish and Italian carols\, performed by the Moniuszko Choir and the string orchestra. \nThis concert is a wonderful opportunity to experience the magic of the holiday season through the power of music. Don’t miss the chance to be transported to a world of enchantment and joy at this Annual Christmas Concert. URL:http://thevirtuosi.org/event/annual-christmas-concert/ LOCATION:Torp Theater\, Central Connecticut State University\, 1615 Stanley Street\, New Britain\, CT\, 06050\, United States CATEGORIES:2023-2024 CVCO Concert Season,New Britain ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:http://thevirtuosi.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/luca-rinaldi-e1693239496795.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231118T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231118T193000 DTSTAMP:20260430T013934 CREATED:20230828T153227Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240527T223109Z UID:10516-1700335800-1700335800@thevirtuosi.org SUMMARY:Connecticut Lyric Opera 20th Anniversary Concert DESCRIPTION:This special event will feature the most memorable moments from the operas performed by the Connecticut Lyric Opera Company over the past two decades\, such as Faust\, Tosca\, Boheme\, Oniegin\, to name the few. \nYou will have the opportunity to relive the highlights of our shared history\, performed by your most-loved singers Daniel Juarez\, Jurate Švedaitė\, Steved Frederiks\, Stefan Szkafarowsky\, Robert Garner\, Stephanie Foster\, along with Maestro Sylveen and the Connecticut Virtuosi. We would be truly honored if you could join us for this celebration of our own journey. \n20 ANNIVERSARY OF THE CONNECTICUT LYRIC OPERA CONCERT PROGRAM: \nMarriage of Figaro\, overture – W.A.Mozart (1756-1791) \nGianni Schicchi\, O mio babbino caro – G.Puccini (1858-1924)\nStephanie Foster \nBarber of Seville\, La Calunnia – G.Rossini(1792-1868)\nSteven Fredericks \nEugene Onegin\, Prince Gremin’s Aria – P.I.Tchaikovsky( 1840-1893)\nStefan Szkafarovsky \nTosca\, E lucevan le stelle – G.Puccini(1858-1924)\nDaniel Juarez \nCarmen\, Votre Toast ( Toreador song) – G.Bizet(1838-1875)\nRobert Garner \nRigoletto\, Act 3 quartet – G.Verdi(1813-1901)\nDaniel Juarez\, Laura Kate Garner\, Jurate Svedaite\, Robert Garner \nTosca\, Vissi d’arte\, vissi d’amore – G.Puccini (1858-1924)\nJurate Svedaite \nFaust\, prelude – Ch.Gounod( 1818-1893) \nLa Bohème\, Act 3 quartet – G.Puccini (1858-1924)\nDaniel Juarez\, Jurate Svedaite\, Stephanie Foster\, Robert Gatner \nLa Bohème Vecchia zimmara\, senti – Puccini (1858-1924)\nStefan Szkafarowsky \nEugene Onegin\, Act 3 Finale duet – P.I.Tchaikovsky( 1840-1893)\nRobert Garner\, Jurate Svedaite \nCosì Fan Tutte\, Soave sia il vento – W.A.Mozart(1756-1791)\nLaura Kate Garner\, Stephanie Foster\, Robert Garner \nLa Traviata\, Brindisi – G.Verdi (1813-1901)\nDaniel Juarez\, Jurate Svedaite & Co. \n\n \n \n \n \n Daniel Juarez\n \n \n \n \n \n Jurate Svedaite\n \n \n \n \n \n Stefan Szkafarowsky\n \n \n \n \n \n Robert Garner\n \n \n \n \n \n Adrian Sylveen\n \n \n \n \n \n Steven Frederiks URL:http://thevirtuosi.org/event/clo-20th-aniverary/ LOCATION:Bushnell Arts Center @ the First Presbyterian\, 136 Capitol Ave\, Hartford\, CT\, 06106 CATEGORIES:2023-2024 CVCO Concert Season,Hartford,New London - CT,Operas ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:http://thevirtuosi.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/clo-gala-concert-e1698946245646.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Connecticut Lyric Opera":MAILTO:info@ctlyricopera.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231105T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231105T213000 DTSTAMP:20260430T013934 CREATED:20230823T005516Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240527T223109Z UID:10530-1699212600-1699219800@thevirtuosi.org SUMMARY:"Vissi d'Arte" with Jurate Svedaite DESCRIPTION:Jurate Svedaite\n“Visi d’Arte (Everything for Art)\,” is a tribute to the legendary Maria Callas to commemorate the 100th anniversary of her birth. Soprano Jurate Svediate does not portray La Divina but recalls her sentiments on the craft of singing\, the art of performance\, love\, and relationships\, intertwined with performance of some of her emblematic arias. As Jurate breathes life into Callas’ own words\, she’ll be accompanied by members of the CT Virtuosi\, creating a magical evening of reverence and remembrance. URL:http://thevirtuosi.org/event/visi-darte-jurate-svedaite/ LOCATION:Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall\, 154 W 57th St\, New York\, NY\, 10019\, United States CATEGORIES:“We the People” Immigrant Stories in Music,2023-2024 CVCO Concert Season,New York City ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:http://thevirtuosi.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/weill-recital-hall-at-carnegie-hall-3v2-e1693239034351.png ORGANIZER;CN="Connecticut Lyric Opera":MAILTO:info@ctlyricopera.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231015T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231015T170000 DTSTAMP:20260430T013934 CREATED:20230823T005516Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240527T223109Z UID:10261-1697382000-1697389200@thevirtuosi.org SUMMARY:"Vissi d'Arte" with Jurate Svedaite DESCRIPTION:“We the People” Immigrant Stories in Music – Part Six:\nConcert of Arias by Puccini\, Bellini\, and Verdi\, “Vissi d’Arte” stands as a luminous one-woman tribute to the legendary Maria Callas. Meticulously researched\, this theatrical journey blends Callas’ profound reflections with iconic arias she’s renowned for\, captivatingly performed by soprano\, Jurate Svedaite. Set against the intimate backdrop of Callas’ Paris apartment in September 1977\, the narrative unveils as Maria\, in conversation with an unseen journalist\, delves into her unparalleled triumphs\, poignant tragedies\, and profound insights on the art of performance. \nRadiant Lithuanian soprano\, Jurate Svedaite\, has performed throughout Europe and the United States with the Lithuanian National Chamber Orchestra\, the European Baroque Festival Opera\, Connecticut Lyric Opera\, Kaunas Chamber Orchestra\, Connecticut Virtuosi Chamber Orchestra\, the Lithuanian National Ensemble “Lietuva\,” and Mystic River Chorale\, among others in venues as varied as the Lithuanian Philharmonic\, Carnegie Hall’s Weill Recital Hall\, and Foxwood’s Resort and Casino. \nQuickly establishing herself as a stage performer of remarkable artistry and sensitivity capable of “transfixing audiences with moments of opera magic\,” in 2009/2010 Ms. Svedaite will add two contrasting Verismo roles to her repertoire – Nedda in Pagliacci and Lauretta in Gianni Schicchi – as well as reprising Adina in l’Elisir d’Amore. Her previous roles include Violetta in La Traviata\, Mimi in La Bohème\, Contessa in Le Nozze di Figaro\, Donna Anna in Don Giovanni\, Marguerite in Faust\, the title role in Floyd’s Susannah\, Micaela in Carmen\, Rosina in Il Barbiere di Siviglia\, Adina in l’Elisir d’Amore\, Tatyana in Eugene Onegin\, Mother in Amahl and the Night Visitors and Valencienne in The Merry Widow. An active performer of sacred works and oratorios as well\, her credits include Monteverde’s and Vivaldi’s Magnificats; Handel’s Messiah\, Bach’s Christmas Oratorio\, Coffee and Peasant Cantatas as well as numerous sacred cantatas; Mozart’s Requiem\, Exsultate Jubilate and Missa Brevis; Pergolessi’s Stabat Mater; and Faure’s Requiem. \nThe granddaughter of one of Lithuania’s most revered composers and arrangers of traditional music\, Jonas Svedas\, she began performing at an early age and made her recording debut at the tender age of twelve; also at that time\, she hosted several programs for children on national television. Ms. Svedaite later attended the Lithuanian Music Academy\, where she earned Bachelors and Masters and Degrees in Opera and Vocal Instruction. \n  \n  URL:http://thevirtuosi.org/event/ct-virtuosi-concert-details-tba-2/ LOCATION:The Bushnell Performing Arts Center\, 166 Capitol Ave.\, Hartford\, CT\, 06106\, United States CATEGORIES:“We the People” Immigrant Stories in Music,2023-2024 CVCO Concert Season,Hartford ORGANIZER;CN="Connecticut Virtuosi Chamber Orchestra":MAILTO:info@thevirtuosi.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231012T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231012T210000 DTSTAMP:20260430T013934 CREATED:20230823T004058Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240527T223109Z UID:10248-1697139000-1697144400@thevirtuosi.org SUMMARY:Charter Oak String Quartet DESCRIPTION:The Kosciuszko Foundation welcomes Charter Oak String Quartet\, a project of the Connecticut Virtuosi Chamber Orchestra\, for the recital featuring music spanning four centuries. The program includes works by Phillip Glass\, Ludwig van Beethoven\, Jozef Elsner\, Jakub Kowalewski\, and Karol Szymanowski. A wine reception will follow the recital. \nPROGRAM:\nString Quartet op.8\, no. 1\, C-major – Józef Elsner (1769 – 1854)\nQuartet Satz – Philip Glass (1937 -)\nString Quartet No.4\, Op.18 No.4 – Ludwig van Beethoven (1770-1827)\n“Przypływy-odpływy” – Jakub Kowalewski (1977 – )\nString Quartet No.2\, Op.56 – Karol Szymanowski (1882-1937) URL:http://thevirtuosi.org/event/10248/ LOCATION:Kosciuszko Foundation\, 15 East 65th Street\, New York\, NY\, 10065\, United States CATEGORIES:2023-2024 CVCO Concert Season,Chamber Music,New York City ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:http://thevirtuosi.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Charter-oak-quartet-scaled-e1692203130487.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231008T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231008T170000 DTSTAMP:20260430T013934 CREATED:20230823T005036Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240527T223109Z UID:10256-1696777200-1696784400@thevirtuosi.org SUMMARY:"Vissi d'Arte" with Jurate Svedaite DESCRIPTION:“We the People” Immigrant Stories in Music – Part Six:\nConcert of Arias by Puccini\, Bellini\, and Verdi\, “Vissi d’Arte” stands as a luminous one-woman tribute to the legendary Maria Callas. Meticulously researched\, this theatrical journey blends Callas’ profound reflections with iconic arias she’s renowned for\, captivatingly performed by soprano\, Jurate Svedaite. Set against the intimate backdrop of Callas’ Paris apartment in September 1977\, the narrative unveils as Maria\, in conversation with an unseen journalist\, delves into her unparalleled triumphs\, poignant tragedies\, and profound insights on the art of performance. \nRadiant Lithuanian soprano\, Jurate Svedaite\, has performed throughout Europe and the United States with the Lithuanian National Chamber Orchestra\, the European Baroque Festival Opera\, Connecticut Lyric Opera\, Kaunas Chamber Orchestra\, Connecticut Virtuosi Chamber Orchestra\, the Lithuanian National Ensemble “Lietuva\,” and Mystic River Chorale\, among others in venues as varied as the Lithuanian Philharmonic\, Carnegie Hall’s Weill Recital Hall\, and Foxwood’s Resort and Casino. \nQuickly establishing herself as a stage performer of remarkable artistry and sensitivity capable of “transfixing audiences with moments of opera magic\,” in 2009/2010 Ms. Svedaite will add two contrasting Verismo roles to her repertoire – Nedda in Pagliacci and Lauretta in Gianni Schicchi – as well as reprising Adina in l’Elisir d’Amore. Her previous roles include Violetta in La Traviata\, Mimi in La Bohème\, Contessa in Le Nozze di Figaro\, Donna Anna in Don Giovanni\, Marguerite in Faust\, the title role in Floyd’s Susannah\, Micaela in Carmen\, Rosina in Il Barbiere di Siviglia\, Adina in l’Elisir d’Amore\, Tatyana in Eugene Onegin\, Mother in Amahl and the Night Visitors and Valencienne in The Merry Widow. An active performer of sacred works and oratorios as well\, her credits include Monteverde’s and Vivaldi’s Magnificats; Handel’s Messiah\, Bach’s Christmas Oratorio\, Coffee and Peasant Cantatas as well as numerous sacred cantatas; Mozart’s Requiem\, Exsultate Jubilate and Missa Brevis; Pergolessi’s Stabat Mater; and Faure’s Requiem. \nThe granddaughter of one of Lithuania’s most revered composers and arrangers of traditional music\, Jonas Svedas\, she began performing at an early age and made her recording debut at the tender age of twelve; also at that time\, she hosted several programs for children on national television. Ms. Svedaite later attended the Lithuanian Music Academy\, where she earned Bachelors and Masters and Degrees in Opera and Vocal Instruction. \n  URL:http://thevirtuosi.org/event/visi-darte-with-jurate-svedaite-oct-8-nb/ LOCATION:New Britain Museum of American Art\, 56 Lexington St.\, New Britain\, CT\, 06052 CATEGORIES:“We the People” Immigrant Stories in Music,2023-2024 CVCO Concert Season,New Britain ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:http://thevirtuosi.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/svedaite.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Connecticut Virtuosi Chamber Orchestra":MAILTO:info@thevirtuosi.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230827T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230827T133000 DTSTAMP:20260430T013934 CREATED:20230822T211413Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240527T223109Z UID:10227-1693139400-1693143000@thevirtuosi.org SUMMARY:Stanislaw Moniuszko - Latin Mass in E-flat DESCRIPTION:Final Concert of the 2023 Summer Festival: Stanislaw Moniuszko – Latin Mass in E-flat\nMoniuszko Choir\, Virtuosi Institute Players\, and Soloists: \nKelly Whitesell\, soprano\nRebeca Almeida – alto\nJosaphat Contreras – tenor\nDavid Kennedy – bass\nBrunilda Myftaraj – violin\nJake Dziubek – violin\nJonathan Kane – viola\nCarolyn Engle – cello\nSharon Liu – Double Bass\nBridget De Moura\nCastro – organ \nAdrian Sylveen – conductor URL:http://thevirtuosi.org/event/moniuszko-latin-mass/ LOCATION:Cyril and Methodius Church\, 63 Popieluszko Court\, Hartford\, Connecticut\, 06106 CATEGORIES:2023-2024 CVCO Concert Season,Summer Festival ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:http://thevirtuosi.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/MONIUSZKO-Choir-2018-2-1024x683-1-e1692745495701.jpeg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR