1994–1995 Festival Series
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Empire Brass
Saturday, October 22, 1994
“They simply have no competition when it comes to the beauty, clarity, accuracy, balance and interaction of their playing.” – Boston Globe
The Empire Brass enjoys an international reputation as North America’s finest brass quintet, renowned for its brilliant virtuosity and the unparalleled diversity of repertoire. The Empire Brass is the first brass quintet to win the prestigious Naumberg competition. They are equally at home in the majestic antiphonal works of Gabrielli and the exuberant tunes of Richard Rodgers and Andrew Lloyd Webber. Join us for a spectacular opening night!
King’s Singers
Friday, November 18, 1994
“Any music they sing becomes a classic.” – Washington Post
The Rolls Royce of vocal ensembles for more than 25 years. The Singers’ repertoire ranges from medieval folk songs to works written for them by leading contemporary composers, to fresh arrangements of pop and show tunes. The King’s Singers make good on their promise to return to Bowling Green.
Stuttgart Chamber Orchestra
Dennis Russel Davies, conductor
Wednesday, March 29, 1995
“The Stuttgart remains a superbly disciplined instrument, and its program was pure enjoyment from beginning to end.” – Chicago Tribune
The Stuttgart Chamber Orchestra has established a reputation for its distinct interpretation of the works of Bach and the Viennese classical composers. Celebrating its 50th Anniversary this season, the orchestra returns with Maestro Dennis Russel Davies conducting. Davies, a native of Northweset Ohio, is widely recognized as one of classical music’s most innovative and active conductors. Come celebrate Stuttgart’s 50 years of elegant chamber music.
Cleo Laine
and the John Dankworth Group
Saturday, April 8, 1995
“riveting…she commands a dazzling array of vocal styles.” – New York Times
From her modest beginnings as a singer in English dance halls, Cleo Laine has achieved international fame by continually expanding her talents in a career which spans four decades. As one of the most celebrated singers of our time, she is the only singer ever to receive Grammy nominations in the Female Jazz, Popular and Classical categories. Teamed with multi-talented husband John Dankworth, Cleo Laine’s appearance will be a studnning finale to this outstanding season.
Eugenia Zukerman, flute
with Shanghai String Quartet
Saturday, April 29, 1995
“An ensemble with such virtuosity and style” – Washington Post
An extraordinary flutist whose gifts of communication extend to other media, Eugenia Zukerman is in great demand worldwide as she appears regularly with orchestras in solo and duo recitals and in chamber music ensembles.
Hailed by The Strad as “a foursome of uncommon refinement and musical distinction,” the Shanghai Quartet has earned the reputation as one of the world’s most outstanding string quartets. Originally formed in Shanghai, this versatile ensemble is known for their passionate musicality, astounding technique, and multicultural innovations.