MASS MoCA Member Pre-Sale: Wednesday, November 20, noon General Public On-Sale: Friday, November 22, 10am Gemelo, the new record from the beguiling Mexican-Salvadoran American sonic experimentalist Angélica Garcia, is a vibrant, prismatic hybrid-pop masterpiece that channels the sounds and moods of Kali Uchis, Rosalía, and Kate Bush. It follows her 2020 breakthrough Cha Cha Palace, […]
Studio E, Linde Center for Music and Learning, Lenox/Stockbridge, MA Bracha Malkin and Bonnie Bewick, violins Danny Kim, viola Mickey Katz, cello DOHNÁNYI Serenade in C, Op. 10 Oleg PONOMAREV (Arr. Bonnie BEWICK) Polonez, for string quartet TCHAIKOVSKY String Quartet No. 1 in D, Op. 11
Two monumental works, two Russian ex-pats of the same aristocratic background—and two divergent extremes. One, a master of nostalgia and a formidable pianist, follows in the footsteps of Chopin. The other, a trailblazer, scandalizer and collaborator of Picasso delights in breaking old molds—though harking back to traditional Russian folk material—and ushers in a new age […]
Indie-folk singer-songrwriter/guitarist José González is in a class by himself. Hailed by Rolling Stone as “someone whose subtle, carefully crafted music delivers rewards to listeners who know how to wait,” González’s stellar career can only be described as a dream. From selling out tours on virtually every continent to headlining prestigious festivals around the world […]
Studio E, Linde Center for Music and Learning Celebrating their 16th season as “a sonically daring ensemble who specializes in performing new works with charisma and integrity” (BBC Music Magazine), the Akropolis Reed Quintet comprises five reed players and entrepreneurs unbounded by limits or categorization. Described by The Wire as a “collective voice driven by […]
Studio E, Linde Center for Music and Learning Alfredo Rodriguez’s ability to “play stories” on the keys allows him to connect with his listeners on a deeply personal level. His albums, including The Invasion Parade, Tocororo, and Duologue reflect his memories of Cuba, his experiences as an immigrant, and his journey of self-discovery through music. […]
Peter Sykes plays the Great Roosevelt Organ in a program that displays the remarkable versatility of this cultural treasure. Mr. Sykes is intimately familiar with the Roosevelt Organ and brings out the full beauty of the instrument in every style of music, from Baroque to 20th century repertoire. Tickets: $45 Nonmembers | $40 BBS Members […]
The Williams College Department of Music presents Kate Liu, piano as part of the Visiting Artist Series. Pianist Kate Liu gained international acclaim after winning the Bronze Medal and Best Mazurka Prize at the 17th International Fryderyk Chopin Competition in Warsaw, Poland. She was also awarded the audience favorite prize voted by the Polish public […]
The Grammy Award-winning vocal ensemble Chanticleer has been hailed as “the world’s reigning male chorus” by The New Yorker, and is known around the world as “an orchestra of voices” for its wide-ranging repertoire and dazzling virtuosity. Founded in San Francisco in 1978 by singer and musicologist Louis Botto, Chanticleer quickly took its place as […]
Studio E, Linde Center for Music and Learning Ala Jojatu and Sophie Wang, violins Mary Ferrillo, viola Will Chow, cello MOZART String Quartet No. 19 in C, K.465, Dissonance WEINER String Trio in G minor, Op. 6
Williams College Percussion Ensemble and New Music Williams presents a their fall concert. In programs featuring cutting-edge new music and important works of the twentieth-century, the Williams Percussion Ensemble (WiPE) surveys a vast terrain of sound and rhythm. The ensemble employs all manner of percussion instruments, found sounds, and electronics to create music that resonates […]
The Williams College Department of Music presents the Berkshire Symphony in concert. This event is free and open to the public. There are no reservations or ticketing. The Berkshire Symphony is a 75-member symphonic orchestra comprising, in roughly equal proportions, Williams College music students, Williams music faculty members, and area professionals. The Symphony performs music […]
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