2008-2009 Season

PAVLO - Tuesday, October 21, 2008 - 7:30 pm

Pavlo is a dynamic composer, guitarist, and singer, who has created a unique style best described as “Mediterranean music.” Mixing the sounds of Greek Bouzouki with Flamenco and Latin influences has proven a winning combination, which Pavlo says was the “natural progression” of combining his Classical and Flamenco training with his passion for Greek and European sounds.

Six acclaimed albums and one Juno award later (for “2004 World Artist of the Year”), Pavlo continues to grow in demand. With ever-increasing television and film credits, commissioned works and an invitation to perform for His Royal Highness Prince Charles, Pavlo is fast blazing a path toward international superstardom.

“Hot… sizzling, 10 out of 10!”
-- Comcox Valley Record

“Greek God of the Guitar”
-- News Leader

JADE SIMMONS - Sunday, November 23, 2009 - 7:30 pm

Electrifying pianist, Jade Simmons is committed to broadening the boundaries of Classical music. Conservatory-trained at Rice University and at the Foundation Bell’ Arte in Brussels, she has performed extensively across Europe and the U.S., with many performances broadcast on PBS and NPR affiliates.

Also a passionate youth advocacy speaker and former Miss America 1^st Runner-Up, she was recently honored by the Concert Artist Guild as the first-ever New Music, New Faces Fellow, through which she will continue to expand audiences by bringing traditional and new works to non-traditional and alternative venues. With exuberant stage presence and percussive flare, Jade Simmons fearlessly brings the classics to the cutting edge.

“Ferociously talented.”
-- News and Courier, Charleston, SC

“… plays with fire…”
-- Jon Kimura Parker, Classical Pianist

DANIEL NARDUCCI - Sunday, January 18, 2009 - 3:00 pm

Classic American baritone, Daniel Narducci is a multi-faceted artist whose revered talents have been enjoyed throughout North America, Europe and China. Since his debut with the Cincinnati Pops Orchestra, he has performed with countless opera companies, has had his New York City debut at Alice Tully Hall, and has been featured in several documentaries and programs on PBS and the BBC.

An increasingly active recording artist, he recently created the role of Captain Hook in the world premiere recording of Leonard Bernstein’s Peter Pan. After hearing his extraordinarily silky, ardent tone, you’ll understand why Daniel Narducci is in such high demand performing the music of Leonard Bernstein.

“… outstanding…”
-- San Mateo County Times

“… unusually deep, rich voice.”
-- Naples Daily News

MR. JEFFERSON’S BONES - Sunday, April 5, 2009 - 3:00 pm

Mr. Jefferson’s Bones has entertained thousands since its inception in 2001. The ensemble is comprised of some of the Shenandoah Valley and Charlottesville's most experienced and talented trombonists and enjoys performing a wide variety of classical, sacred, popular and jazz repertoire.

Notable performances have included headlining Staunton’s “Jazz in the Park” 2006 summer concert series; developing and presenting a worship musical entitled, "God's Trombones: Jazz and the Gospel" with guest trombonist and recording artist Harry Watters; school assembly concerts for K-12 students; holiday and ground-breaking concert appearances for the Paramount Theater and the Omni Hotel; and numerous other local events.

THE SWINGLE SINGERS - Saturday, May 2, 2009 - 7:30 pm

Numerous Grammy Awards have catapulted eight-voice a cappella group, THE SWINGLE SINGERS onto world-famous stages on every continent. Since their groundbreaking debut album Jazz Sebastien Bach in 1963, the group’s name has become synonymous with extraordinary vocal blend and agility, immaculate execution and world-class entertainment.

Although the current singers are considerably younger than their “swingle seniors,” the group’s trademark close-microphone, quasi-instrumental sound with which they originally stunned the world remains firmly in tact. Enhanced by impressive choreography and dazzling light design, THE SWINGLE SINGERS swing Bach all the way to the Beatles with flawless, unmistakable style.

“… the absolute best…”
-- La Stampa, Italy

“Everything about the SWINGLES is flawless.”
-- Los Angeles Times

Reciprocal Concerts begin at 7:30 pm except where stated otherwise
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Waynesboro
contact: Leon Harouff - 540-942-3818
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Pianafiddle
Toe Tapping Duo
Thursday January 8, 2009

Thuringer Salonquinett
Light Classics
Friday March 13, 2009

Fourum
Male Quartet from England
Friday May 15, 2009

Culpeper
contact - Karen Kovarik
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Richmond Symphony
Masterworks Concert
Sunday October 12, 2008 4:00 pm

Corky Siegel's Chamber Blues
Strings, Drums, Piano and Harmonica
Thursday November 20, 2008

Pianafiddle
Piano and Fiddle Duo
Wednesday January 7, 2009

Bronn & Katherine Journey
Harp and Vocalist Duo
Tuesday March 17, 2009

Dave Bennett's Tribute to Benny Goodman
Swing Era Classics
Saturday April 18, 2009