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Spotlight and Special Events 8 Celli + Soprano Scott Harris and Friends Friday, September 28 at 8 p.m. Corthell Concert Hall, USM Gorham Eight celli produce a musical evening with Hispanic flair, featuring Bachianas Brasilieras Nos. 1 and 5 by Brazilian composer Heitor Villa-Lobos, Canto by Scott Harris, and Manuel de Falla’s Seven Popular Spanish Songs. Ticket A Sponsored by USM School of Music Advisory Board Old-Fashioned Outdoor Band Concert USM Concert Band; Peter Martin, conductor Saturday, September 29 at 1 p.m. On the Green outside of Corthell Hall, USM Gorham (Inclement weather site: Brooks Student Center) Free The USM Concert Band celebrates ten years of this end-of-summer tradition. Time stands still at the old-fashioned outdoor concert and picnic, featuring favorite concert band selections. A barbeque lunch at old-fashioned prices will be available starting at noon, rain or shine. Bring the whole family, and don’t forget your lawn chairs. Sponsored by ARAMARK Great Romantic Sonatas Laura Kargul, piano Friday, October 19 at 8 p.m. Corthell Concert Hall, USM Gorham Laura Kargul will share her widely acclaimed affinity for the music of the romantic period by performing the monumental last piano sonatas of Schubert and Chopin, two stunning, soul-searching masterpieces: Schubert’s Sonata in B-Flat Major D. 960 and Chopin’s Sonata in B Minor, Op. 58. As always, she will also share her unique insights into the works by commenting from the stage. Ticket A Sponsored by Dr. Dahlia and Arthur L. Handman Stuff We Dig! Christopher Oberholtzer with the Faculty Jazz Ensemble Friday, October 26 at 8 p.m. Corthell Concert Hall, USM Gorham Everybody has a favorite song (or two). You may discover new titles to add to your list when these School of Music faculty perform some of the jazz tunes they love most. This memorable concert features Chris Oberholtzer, trombone; Bill Street, saxophone; Jed Wilson, piano; Gary Wittner, guitar; Bronek Suchanek, bass; Les Harris Jr., drums; and Brent LaCasce, vocals. Ticket A Assassins Music & Lyrics: Stephen Sondheim Book: John Weidman Directed by Ed Reichert Friday, November 2 at 8 p.m. Saturday, November 3 at 8 p.m. Sunday, November 4 at 2 p.m. and 5 p.m. Corthell Concert Hall, USM Gorham Performed as a revue in one act, Assassins offers up nine sharply drawn sketches of people who killed presidents of the United States – or gave it their best shot. The winner of multiple TONY Awards, Sondheim’s glimmering and flavorful score gives a nod to the all-American sounds of Foster, Sousa, and Copland. It remains provocative, innovative, riveting, and timely as ever in this election year. “Everybody just hold tight to your dreams!” Ticket A Sponsored by Saco & Biddeford Savings Institution Youth Ensembles Fall Instrumental Concert Portland Youth Symphony Orchestra; Robert Lehmann, conductor Portland Wind Ensemble; Peter Martin, conductor Portland Young People’s String Consort; Deborah Dabcyznski, conductor Portland Youth Junior Orchestra; Dino Liva, conductor Thursday, November 15 at 7 p.m. Merrill Auditorium, Myrtle Street, Portland $6/$3 suggested donation at the door; Open Seating Sponsored by Macy’s Portland Youth Symphony Celebrates 70 Years! MAHLER, Symphony No. 3 Portland Youth Symphony Orchestra; Southern Maine Symphony Orchestra Robert Lehmann, conductor Teresa Herold ‘02, Mezzo-soprano, Metropolitan Opera Friday, November 16 at 7 p.m. Merrill Auditorium, Myrtle Street, Portland The USM School of Music celebrates the Portland Youth Symphony Orchestra’s 70th anniversary with a performance of Gustav Mahler’s 3rd Symphony. In classic Mahler design, the performance will bring together a large orchestral force involving the Southern Maine Symphony Orchestra, the School of Music Women’s Choir, the Southern Maine Children’s Choir, and faculty artists. $12 suggested donation at the door; Open Seating Sponsored by Macy’s; Macdonald Page & Co LLC and Murray, Plumb & Murray Joyous Sounds for a Festive Season USM Chamber Singers; Robert Russell, conductor Tuesday, November 27 at 7:30 p.m. Williston-Immanuel United Church, 156 High Street, Portland The USM Chamber Singers present an annual tradition: sounds of the season sung by this premiere a cappella ensemble. $9 suggested donation at the door Sponsored by Norway Savings Bank Come A-Caroling 22nd Annual Scholarship Gala Friday, December 7 from 5:30 to 10 p.m. Abromson Community Education Center, Portland A glittering prelude to the holiday season in the spirit of Charles Dickens. Our annual gala raises funds to support music student scholarships. Enjoy a fabulous evening of fine dining and live performances from our acclaimed ensembles. Reservations include elegant hors d’oeuvres, a festive holiday banquet with tableside serenading, champagne, dessert and coffee — live auction and centerpiece concert. For more information, call Ms. Brackett at (207) 780-5003 or email [email protected]. $90 per person. $150 per person to enroll on the Host Committee. Cash bar. Sponsored by Portland Volvo and Portland Saab Friday, September 28 at 8 p.m. 8 Celli + Soprano (see details at left) Sponsored by USM School of Music Advisory Board Saturday, September 29 at 1:00 p.m. Old-Fashioned Outdoor Band Concert (see details at left) Sponsored by ARAMARK Saturday, September 29 at 3:30 p.m. Percussion Master Class Lynn Vartan, percussion; Bridget Convey, piano Ticket C, sold at the door* Sunday, September 30 at 2 p.m. Guest Artist Performance Lynn Vartan, percussion; Bridget Convey, piano Featuring a world premiere composition by USM faculty member, Daniel Sonenberg. Ticket A Thursday, October 4 at 7:30 p.m. Faculty and Guest Artist Recital Gary Sperl, clarinet; Thomas Parchman, clarinet; Anastasia Antonacos, piano Ticket A Wednesday, October 10 at 10 a.m. Public Lecture with Sebastian Currier, composer Free and open to the public Friday, October 19 at 8 p.m. Great Romantic Sonatas (see details at left) Laura Kargul, piano Sponsored by Dr. Dahlia and Arthur L. Handman Friday, October 26 at 1:30 p.m. Voice Master Class with John McVeigh Ticket C, sold at the door* Friday, October 26 at 8 p.m. Stuff We Dig! (see details at left) Sunday, October 28 at 2 p.m. Wind Ensemble Peter Martin, director Friday, November 2 at 10 a.m. Piano Master Class with Ran Dank Presented in collaboration with Portland Ovations. Ticket C, sold at the door* Friday, November 2 at 8 p.m. Saturday, November 3 at 8 p.m. Sunday, November 4 at 2 p.m. and 5 p.m. Assassins (see details at left) Sponsored by Saco & Biddeford Savings Institution Friday, November 9 at 7:30 p.m. Messiaen’s Vingt Regards sur L’Enfant-Jésus (1944) Performed by pianists Chiharu Naruse, Anastasia Antonacos ’97 and Bridget Convey. Pre-concert talk by Daniel Sonenberg at 6:30 p.m. Ticket B Saturday, November 10 at 5 p.m. Handel’s Messiah USM Chorale Robert Russell, conductor Woodfords Congregational Church 202 Woodford Street, Portland Ticket B, sold at the door Thursday, November 15 at 7 p.m. USM Youth Ensembles Fall Instrumental Concert (see details at left) Sponsored by Macy’s Friday, November 16 at 7 p.m. Portland Youth Symphony Celebrates 70 Years! (see details at left) Sponsored by Macy’s; Macdonald Page & Co LLC and Murray, Plumb & Murray Sunday, November 18 at 2 p.m. USM Concert Band Peter Martin, conductor McCormack Performing Arts Center Gorham High School, 41 Morrill Ave., Gorham Ticket B, sold at the door Sunday, November 18 at 5 p.m. Graduate Showcase Recital Ellen Chickering, director Free Tuesday, November 27 at 7:30 p.m. Joyous Sounds for a Festive Season USM Chamber Singers (see details at left) Williston-Immanuel United Church, 156 High Street, Portland Suggested donation $9 at the door Sponsored by Norway Savings Bank Thursday, November 29 at 7:30 p.m. USM Jazz Ensemble Chris Oberholtzer, director Ticket B Friday, November 30 at 8 p.m. USM Vocal Jazz Ensemble(s) Brent LaCasce, director Ticket B Saturday, Dec. 1 at 8 p.m. 2012 USM Composers Showcase Concert Featuring the USM Composers Ensemble Dan Sonenberg, director Free Sunday, December 2 at 2 p.m. Opera Workshop Scenes Concert Ellen Chickering, director Ticket B Friday, December 7 from 5:30 to 10 p.m. 22nd Annual Scholarship Gala “Come A-Caroling” (see details at left) Reservations required. Read about the Gala at: usm.maine.edu/music. Sponsored by Portland Volvo and Portland Saab Thursday, December 13 at 7:30 p.m. Southern Maine Children’s Choir A USM Youth Ensemble Paul McGovern, conductor $6/$3 suggested donation at the door Sponsored by Macy’s Calendar Fall 2012 Events Calendar School of Music For reservations, call the Music Box Office at (207) 780-5555. TTY: (207) 780-5646. Or, visit www.usm.maine.edu/music/boxoffice. Concert Locations: Unless otherwise indicated, all events take place at Corthell Concert Hall on the USM Gorham campus at 37 College Ave. Parking is free for evening and weekend events. Changes to event listings will be noted on our website at www.usm.maine.edu/music. In case of snow cancellations, call (207) 780-4800. Members of the media: please visit our Press Room at www.usm.maine.edu/music/press-room. Ticket A: $15 general admission, $10 seniors and USM faculty/staff, $5 students Ticket B: $6 general admission, $3 students and seniors Ticket C: $6 Events with special pricing are so noted *Free for USM music students, faculty and staff, and USM Youth Ensembles members Visit our Web site www.usm.maine.edu/music Follow us on Facebook www.facebook.com/Music.USM
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Spotlight and Special Events8 Celli + SopranoScott Harris and Friends
Friday, September 28 at 8 p.m.Corthell Concert Hall, USM GorhamEight celli produce a musical evening with Hispanic flair, featuring Bachianas Brasilieras Nos. 1 and 5 by Brazilian composer Heitor Villa-Lobos, Canto by
Scott Harris, and Manuel de Falla’s Seven Popular Spanish Songs.Ticket A Sponsored by USM School of Music Advisory Board
Old-Fashioned Outdoor Band ConcertUSM Concert Band; Peter Martin, conductor
Saturday, September 29 at 1 p.m.On the Green outside of Corthell Hall, USM Gorham (Inclement weather site: Brooks Student Center) Free The USM Concert Band celebrates ten years of this end-of-summer tradition. Time stands still at the old-fashioned outdoor concert and picnic, featuring favorite concert band selections. A barbeque lunch at old-fashioned prices will be available starting at noon, rain or shine. Bring the whole family, and don’t forget your lawn chairs.Sponsored by ARAMARK
Great Romantic SonatasLaura Kargul, piano
Friday, October 19 at 8 p.m.Corthell Concert Hall, USM GorhamLaura Kargul will share her widely acclaimed affinity for the music of the romantic period by performing the monumental last piano sonatas of Schubert and Chopin, two stunning, soul-searching masterpieces: Schubert’s Sonata in B-Flat Major D. 960 and Chopin’s Sonata in B Minor, Op. 58.
As always, she will also share her unique insights into the works by commenting from the stage.Ticket A Sponsored by Dr. Dahlia and Arthur L. Handman
Stuff We Dig!Christopher Oberholtzer with the Faculty Jazz Ensemble
Friday, October 26 at 8 p.m.Corthell Concert Hall, USM GorhamEverybody has a favorite song (or two). You may discover new titles to add to your list when these School of Music faculty perform some of the jazz tunes they love most. This memorable concert features Chris
Oberholtzer, trombone; Bill Street, saxophone; Jed Wilson, piano; Gary Wittner, guitar; Bronek Suchanek, bass; Les Harris Jr., drums; and Brent LaCasce, vocals.Ticket A
AssassinsMusic & Lyrics: Stephen Sondheim Book: John Weidman Directed by Ed Reichert
Friday, November 2 at 8 p.m. Saturday, November 3 at 8 p.m.Sunday, November 4 at 2 p.m. and 5 p.m.Corthell Concert Hall, USM GorhamPerformed as a revue in one act, Assassins offers up nine sharply drawn sketches of people who killed presidents of the United States – or gave it their best shot. The winner of multiple TONY Awards, Sondheim’s glimmering and flavorful score gives a nod to the all-American sounds of Foster, Sousa, and Copland. It remains provocative, innovative, riveting, and timely as ever in this election year. “Everybody just hold tight to your dreams!”Ticket A Sponsored by Saco & Biddeford Savings Institution
Youth Ensembles Fall Instrumental Concert Portland Youth Symphony Orchestra; Robert Lehmann, conductorPortland Wind Ensemble; Peter Martin, conductorPortland Young People’s String Consort; Deborah Dabcyznski, conductorPortland Youth Junior Orchestra; Dino Liva, conductor
Thursday, November 15 at 7 p.m.Merrill Auditorium, Myrtle Street, Portland$6/$3 suggested donation at the door; Open SeatingSponsored by Macy’s
Portland Youth Symphony Celebrates 70 Years!MAHLER, Symphony No. 3Portland Youth Symphony Orchestra; Southern Maine Symphony OrchestraRobert Lehmann, conductorTeresa Herold ‘02, Mezzo-soprano, Metropolitan Opera
Friday, November 16 at 7 p.m.Merrill Auditorium, Myrtle Street, PortlandThe USM School of Music celebrates the Portland Youth Symphony Orchestra’s 70th anniversary with a performance of Gustav Mahler’s 3rd Symphony. In classic Mahler design, the performance will bring together a large orchestral force involving the Southern Maine Symphony Orchestra, the School of Music Women’s Choir, the Southern Maine Children’s Choir, and faculty artists.$12 suggested donation at the door; Open Seating Sponsored by Macy’s; Macdonald Page & Co LLC and Murray, Plumb & Murray
Joyous Sounds for a Festive Season USM Chamber Singers; Robert Russell, conductor
Tuesday, November 27 at 7:30 p.m.Williston-Immanuel United Church, 156 High Street, PortlandThe USM Chamber Singers present an annual tradition: sounds of the season sung by this premiere a cappella ensemble. $9 suggested donation at the door Sponsored by Norway Savings Bank
Come A-Caroling 22nd Annual Scholarship GalaFriday, December 7 from 5:30 to 10 p.m. Abromson Community Education Center, PortlandA glittering prelude to the holiday season in the spirit of Charles Dickens. Our annual gala raises funds to support music student scholarships. Enjoy a fabulous evening of fine dining and live performances from our acclaimed ensembles. Reservations include elegant hors d’oeuvres, a festive holiday banquet with tableside serenading, champagne, dessert and coffee — live auction and centerpiece concert. For more information, call Ms. Brackett at (207) 780-5003 or email [email protected].$90 per person. $150 per person to enroll on the Host Committee. Cash bar. Sponsored by Portland Volvo and Portland Saab
Friday, September 28 at 8 p.m.8 Celli + Soprano (see details at left)Sponsored by USM School of Music Advisory Board
Saturday, September 29 at 1:00 p.m.Old-Fashioned Outdoor Band Concert (see details at left)Sponsored by ARAMARK
Saturday, September 29 at 3:30 p.m.Percussion Master ClassLynn Vartan, percussion; Bridget Convey, pianoTicket C, sold at the door*
Sunday, September 30 at 2 p.m.Guest Artist PerformanceLynn Vartan, percussion; Bridget Convey, piano Featuring a world premiere composition by USM faculty member, Daniel Sonenberg.Ticket A
Thursday, October 4 at 7:30 p.m.Faculty and Guest Artist RecitalGary Sperl, clarinet; Thomas Parchman, clarinet; Anastasia Antonacos, pianoTicket A
Wednesday, October 10 at 10 a.m.Public Lecture with Sebastian Currier, composerFree and open to the public
Friday, October 19 at 8 p.m.Great Romantic Sonatas (see details at left)Laura Kargul, pianoSponsored by Dr. Dahlia and Arthur L. Handman
Friday, October 26 at 1:30 p.m.Voice Master Class with John McVeighTicket C, sold at the door*
Friday, October 26 at 8 p.m.Stuff We Dig! (see details at left)
Sunday, October 28 at 2 p.m.Wind Ensemble Peter Martin, director
Friday, November 2 at 10 a.m.Piano Master Class with Ran Dank Presented in collaboration with Portland Ovations.Ticket C, sold at the door*
Friday, November 2 at 8 p.m.Saturday, November 3 at 8 p.m.Sunday, November 4 at 2 p.m. and 5 p.m.Assassins (see details at left)Sponsored by Saco & Biddeford Savings Institution
Friday, November 9 at 7:30 p.m. Messiaen’s Vingt Regards sur L’Enfant-Jésus (1944) Performed by pianists Chiharu Naruse, Anastasia Antonacos ’97 and Bridget Convey. Pre-concert talk by Daniel Sonenberg at 6:30 p.m. Ticket B
Saturday, November 10 at 5 p.m. Handel’s MessiahUSM Chorale Robert Russell, conductor Woodfords Congregational Church 202 Woodford Street, PortlandTicket B, sold at the door
Thursday, November 15 at 7 p.m.USM Youth Ensembles Fall Instrumental Concert(see details at left)Sponsored by Macy’s
Friday, November 16 at 7 p.m.Portland Youth Symphony Celebrates 70 Years! (see details at left)Sponsored by Macy’s; Macdonald Page & Co LLC and Murray, Plumb & Murray
Sunday, November 18 at 2 p.m.USM Concert Band Peter Martin, conductorMcCormack Performing Arts CenterGorham High School, 41 Morrill Ave., GorhamTicket B, sold at the door
Sunday, November 18 at 5 p.m.Graduate Showcase RecitalEllen Chickering, directorFree
Tuesday, November 27 at 7:30 p.m.Joyous Sounds for a Festive SeasonUSM Chamber Singers (see details at left)Williston-Immanuel United Church, 156 High Street, PortlandSuggested donation $9 at the doorSponsored by Norway Savings Bank
Thursday, November 29 at 7:30 p.m.USM Jazz Ensemble Chris Oberholtzer, directorTicket B
Friday, November 30 at 8 p.m.USM Vocal Jazz Ensemble(s)Brent LaCasce, directorTicket B
Saturday, Dec. 1 at 8 p.m.2012 USM Composers Showcase ConcertFeaturing the USM Composers EnsembleDan Sonenberg, directorFree
Sunday, December 2 at 2 p.m.Opera Workshop Scenes Concert Ellen Chickering, directorTicket B
Friday, December 7 from 5:30 to 10 p.m.22nd Annual Scholarship Gala“Come A-Caroling” (see details at left)Reservations required.Read about the Gala at: usm.maine.edu/music.Sponsored by Portland Volvo and Portland Saab
Thursday, December 13 at 7:30 p.m.Southern Maine Children’s ChoirA USM Youth Ensemble Paul McGovern, conductor$6/$3 suggested donation at the doorSponsored by Macy’s
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For reservations, call the Music Box Office at (207) 780-5555. TTY: (207) 780-5646. Or, visit www.usm.maine.edu/music/boxoffice. Concert Locations: Unless otherwise indicated, all events take place at Corthell Concert Hall on the USM Gorham campus at 37 College Ave. Parking is free for evening and weekend events.Changes to event listings will be noted on our website at www.usm.maine.edu/music. In case of snow cancellations, call (207) 780-4800. Members of the media: please visit our Press Room at www.usm.maine.edu/music/press-room. Ticket A: $15 general admission, $10 seniors and USM faculty/staff, $5 studentsTicket B: $6 general admission, $3 students and seniorsTicket C: $6Events with special pricing are so noted*Free for USM music students, faculty and staff, and USM Youth Ensembles members
Visit our Web site www.usm.maine.edu/music
Follow us on Facebook www.facebook.com/Music.USM
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In the spirit of Charles Dickens’ classic, “A Christmas Carol,” we’ll visit the Past, Present and Future of the USM School of Music, with holiday music galore. No Scrooges allowed!
Our annual gala raises funds to support music student scholarships. Enjoy a fabulous evening of fine dining and live performances from our acclaimed ensembles.
Reservations include elegant hors d’oeuvres, a festive holiday banquet with tableside serenading, champagne, dessert and coffee – live auction and centerpiece concert. $90 per person. $150 per person to enroll on the Host Committee. Cash bar.
For more information about the School of Music’s 22nd Annual Scholarship Gala, call Ms. Brackett at (207) 780-5003 or email [email protected].
Read about the Gala at: www.usm.maine.edu/music.
Friday, December 7, 20125:30-10 p.m.Abromson Community Education Center Portland
37 College AvenueGorham, ME 04038
Nonprofit OrganizationU.S. Postage PAIDPortland, ME 04101Permit No. 370
Patron SponsorsDr. Dahlia and Arthur L. Handman USM School of Music Advisory Board
For up-to-date listings and more events, visit www.usm.maine.edu/music
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