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Australian Chamber Orchestra with Paul Lewis, pianist

by Gayle G. Hathorne

Australian Chamber Orchestra with Paul Lewis, pianist

Tue, Apr 28, 2009

The Friends of Chamber Music concluded its 2008-09 season in a blaze of beauty from the Australian Chamber Orchestra and pianist, Paul Lewis Friday night at the Folly Theatre. Although the ensemble was heard for the first time by Kansas City audiences, it has toured the United States for ten years and enjoys a near-cult following at home in Australia, where 15,000 subscription holders flock to its concerts.

Pirates with a softer side

by Sarah Tyrrell

Pirates with a softer side

Tue, Apr 28, 2009

It must be true that people flock to movies, concerts and theater for escape during trying economic times, because more than 1,000 people came to Gilbert and Sullivan's "The Pirates of Penzance" on a warm April evening, even as other spring activities competed for their attention.

Forgotten Handel gem comes alive in Musica Sacra concert

by R. Douglas Helvering

Forgotten Handel gem comes alive in Musica Sacra concert

Mon, Apr 27, 2009

The main feature of the concert was a performance of Handel's "Funeral Anthem for Queen Caroline." Among Handel's choral repertoire, it is largely overlooked. However, in the composer's own time the piece was highly regarded for its expression and harmonic interest.

Tree of Life

by Scott Easterday

Tree of Life

Mon, Apr 27, 2009

The Turtle Island Quartet and the KU Performing Arts department premierrd a large-scale performance at the Lied Center as the culminating event of a campus-wide multi-disciplinary program.

Lawrence Chamber Orchestra nurtures and delights

by Megan Browne Helm

Lawrence Chamber Orchestra nurtures and delights

Sun, Apr 26, 2009

The Lawrence Chamber Orchestra champions a young hopeful and inspires a community of loyal subscribers.

Julia Fischer in recital

by Lee Goodman

Julia Fischer in recital

Sun, Apr 26, 2009

It is always interesting to look at what a young soloist has recorded - and then see what they will choose to play in recital. Julia Fischer's recordings mark her as a "serious" artist who is choosing to pursue a "serious" career.

Fine Arts Chorale goes green

by R. Douglas Helvering

Fine Arts Chorale goes green

Sat, Apr 25, 2009

Longtime music director Dr. Terri Teal has actively sought over the past few seasons to carve a niche for the Fine Arts Chorale amid the exciting choral renaissance taking place in the Kansas City area.

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