Lipscomb Artist Series to feature international flavor for 2003-04
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The series will include three performances during the year, featuring the San Antonio Vocal Arts Ensemble Oct. 9; the Chamber Orchestra Kremlin Nov. 4; and the Meridian Arts Ensemble, Feb. 19, 2004.
All performances begin at 8 p.m. in Shamblin Theatre on the Lipscomb campus. For full information call 615,279.5929 or 800.333.4358, ext. 5929.
The San Antonio Vocal Arts Ensemble will present "Ancient Echoes," which recreates ancient music of the Holy Lands The music includes original prayers of Jesus sung in his native Aramaic, Levitical liturgical music from Jerusalem's Second Temple, music of the followers of Jesus and the courtly music of Herod's palace.
The SAVAE is noted for its mastery of the presentation of Medieval and Renaissance vocal music, complementing its vocal work with reproductions of ancient wind, string and percussion instruments.
The Chamber Orchestra Kremlin, directed by Misha Rachlevsky, is a string formation of 18 of the finest young musicians in Moscow. The ensemble will perform three works including Psalm and Fugue (Hovhaness), Chamber Symphony (Shostakovich) and Metamorphoses (Strauss).
The orchestra has earned international recognition as one of Russia's leading ensembles since its founding in 1991. In two previous tours of the U.S., the orchestra garnered acclaim for its virtuosity and meticulous musicianship.
The Meridian Arts Ensemble features five brass players and one percussionist, perform an innovative, multi-genre repertoire from Frank Zappa to J.S. Bach, and from Renaissance and Baroque music to Afro-Cuban dance styles - to name a few.
Founded in 1987, the Meridian Arts Ensemble has captivated audiences all over the world, from Carnegie Hall to the Cologne Philharmonic to Tokyo's Suntory Hall. MAE has performed on public televisions' Live from Lincoln Center and has been featured on national Public Radio's Weekend Edition and on St. Paul Sunday Morning.