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World-renowned performers open concert season at Langley Community Music School
From Carnegie Hall to Langley, the Concert Classico Café concert series at Langley Community Music School (LCMS) begins with a bang … or perhaps a Sonata would be more appropriate.
On Sunday, October 5, 2014, world-renowned pianist and violinist the Duo Concertante come to Langley to perform Bach to Beethoven at LCMS’ Rose Gellert Hall.
Renowned for their “grace and fire… fury and repose… a triumphant mass of non-stop energy”, according to WholeNote Magazine (thewholenote.com), the Duo Concertante will be playing Sonata in E major, BWV 1016 by J.S. Bach, Claude Debussy’s Sonate, and the Sonata in A op. 47 (“Kreutzer”) by Ludwig van Beethoven.
The event starts at 2:30 pm featuring a conversation with the star guests, hosted by LCMS artistic director Elizabeth Bergmann. Listen to some anecdotal stories, gain some insight into life as a world-renowned performer, and learn the meaning behind the music. Then enjoy a short break with coffee and refreshments, before the performance from 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm.
LCMS artistic director Elizabeth Bergmann says “I’m looking forward to welcoming Nancy Dahn and Timothy Steves of the Duo Concertante back to our stage for the second time. I’m eager to hear about their latest accomplishments and musical travels, and to share their stories with the audience.”
Nancy Dahn and Timothy Steves of the Duo Concertante are looking forward to being back in Langley. “We really enjoy touring […] It’s so wonderful to just focus on the music, play concerts and perform for/communicate with an audience.”
Award-winning Duo Concertante violinist Nancy Dahn and pianist Timothy Steeves maintain a busy touring schedule across North America, Europe and China, performing at facilities like Carnegie Hall in New York and the Forbidden City Concert Hall in Beijing. Heralded as “musical dynamite”, the Duo Concertante are renowned for their classical performances and have produced multiple CDs and music videos. This Langley event will feature compositions from their latest CD release. To learn more about Duo Concertante, visit duoconcertante.com.
The Langley Community Music School hosts multiple musical concerts from October to May, including the Rose Gellert Hall Series, a Saturday evening concert featuring renowned Canadian and international musicians, as well as the Concerts Café Classico Series, a Sunday afternoon concert series featuring stellar local and touring musicians playing classical, jazz or contemporary works.
Tickets for the Concerts Café Classico event are $15 for adults, $13 for seniors and $10 for students. Those who want to save 15% off regular ticket prices may be interested in a Seasons Pass (which includes 6 concerts) at $77 for adults, $67 for seniors, and $51 for students. A Concerts Café Classico flex pass is also available that gives access to any four concerts in the series for $54 adults and $47 seniors.
Call the box office at 604-534-2848. The Rose Gellert Hall is located at 4899 207 Street, Langley, BC.
ABOUT LANGLEY COMMUNITY MUSIC SCHOOL
Langley Community Music School (LCMS) is a non-profit organization and registered charity that is committed to providing the highest quality of musical education to students of all ages and levels, from early learning to pre-professional and adult programs. With the support of the community, LCMS has become one of the largest non-profit music schools in the province, earning both national and international acclaim for their comprehensive and innovative programs. Learn more about LCMS programs, scholarships and bursaries. Visit langleymusic.com or call 604-534-2848.
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