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In 2001, Chamber Music Sedona made an investment in thefuture that continues to pay dividends as part of an internation-al honor, the Kalichstein Laredo Robinson International Trio

Award. Chamber Music Sedona

presents its second winningpiano trio, Trio con BrioCopenhagen, in a 2:30 p.m.matinee program Sunday,April 22, at St. John VianneyChurch, in West Sedona.

Trio con BrioCopenhagen, formed by theKorean sisters Soo-Jin Hong and Soo-Kyung Hong and the Danishpianist Jens Elvekjaer, drew attention in the United States when in2005 it received the prestigious Kalichstein-Laredo-Robinson

International Trio Award. A biennial award, the Kalichstein-Laredo-Robinson

International Trio Award (KLRITA) derives its impetus from thedesire to honor the Kalichstein-Laredo-Robinson Trio (JosephKalichstein, piano, Jaime Laredo, violin, Sharon Robinson, cello) inperpetuity by giving recognition to this prestigious trio’s near 30-year contribution to chamber music worldwide.

In addition, the award was created to encourage and enhancethe careers of accomplished and extraordinarily promising youngand “rising” piano trios which will be chosen every other year inperpetuity. The KLRITA is supported in part by the contribution of$30,000 by each of 20 participating chamber music presenters from

Carnegie Hall to Chamber Music Sedona.“We’re so pleased that Trio con Brio Copenhagen is a

part of this, our 24th Season,” said CMS PresidentMarion Maby who is also Verde Trio violinist. “The Triojust released its first CD and is getting some impressivereviews. ‘The Shostakovich Trio’ is a favorite I want tohear as do others on our music committee. I look for-ward to a terrific concert.”

The Sunday concert will include “Trio C major Hob.XV: 27” by Franz Josef Haydn, “Trio No 2 in E minor,Opus 67,” by Dimitri Shostakovich, and “Trio No. 1 in Eminor, Opus 90, ‘Dumky,’” by Dvorak.

“The program is beautifully sculpted,” saidHarclerode.

Trio con Brio Copenhagen belongs, since its forma-tion in Vienna 1999, to the most exciting young pianotrios performing today.

Critics especially praise the trio for “sparkling joy oflife,” “magic dialogue” and the virtuoso technique of theensemble. Past performances at many of Europe’s mostimportant concert halls include Konzerthaus Berlin,Herkulessaal Munich, Max-Josephs-Saal der Residenz

Munich, Kˆlner Philharmonie, Konzerthaus Vienna, MusikhalleHamburg, Beethoven-Haus Bonn, Germany, Mozarteum Salzburg,Austria, Trondheim Chamber Music Festival, Teatro Verdi Trieste,Italy and Teatro Olimpico Vicenza.

A pre-concert lecture will be given by Edward Ingraham from1:15-2:00 p.m., immediately before the concert.

Tickets to the concert are $20 general admission and may bepurchased in Sedona at Bashas’ and Rycus Corners -VOC.Reserved tickets are $30 and are available by calling ChamberMusic Sedona, (928) 204-2415.

For additional information, go on-line(ChamberMusicSedona.org).

In 1992, the Sedona Chamber Music Society (nowChamber Music Sedona), was selected as one offive national organizations to receive a grant

from the national service organization, ChamberMusic America, which would change the face andoperation of the organiza-tion.

Fifteen years later, tak-ing the recommendationsof the consultants,Chamber Music Sedona hasestablished itself as one ofthe Southwest’s mostimportant rural presenters.

Recognized for itsdiversity of artists, ensem-bles and repertoire, andmission-based communityprograms, CMS willannounce its 25thAnniversary, October 2007to June 2008 season, in theJune 15th edition of The RedRock Review. CMS pro-grams reflect an uncom-mon commitment andunderstanding of the com-munity and industry.

“We’ve come a longway since November of1993,” said CMS ExecutiveDirector Bert Harclerode.“Consultants, early on, sug-gested we keep our presentations diverse and at thehighest artistic level, and this has paid off. I’vealways enjoyed a variety of musical genres, and as amusician and presenter, I keep track of many artistsand ensembles from yesteryear and the currentscene.”

The May 2-6 Bluegrass Residency and Festival,featuring Richard Greene and the Brothers Barton,is an example of the diversity and artistic excellencethat has become synonymous with Chamber MusicSedona.

Greene has been described as “one of the mostinnovative and influential fiddle players of alltime.” He grew up in Los Angeles and studied clas-sical music.

“In Los Angeles, every kid had an instrument,”said Greene. “So many of us were involved inextracurricular activities and music captured me.Then came my encounter with the pyrotechnic fid-dling of Scotty Stoneman; from then on I was a fid-dler.”

Greene attained national prominence as one ofBill Monroe’s (the “Father of Bluegrass”) first“northern” Bluegrass Boys in 1966. It was Monroewho said, “There’s not a man in the country that

can do what Richard can do.” Since his days with Monroe, Greene has

blazed many musical paths from studio musicianto composer. He won a Grammy in 1997 for BestInstrumental Performance of the Year. In 1998, he

received a GrammyNomination for BestBluegrass Recording ofthe Year. As a sideman,Greene has worked withJames Taylor, AlisonKraus, Sting, TonyBennett, Peter Rowan,Bruce Springsteen, DollyParton, Jerry Garcia,David Grisman andmany others.

Now, Greene hasjoined forces with thebrilliant bluegrass duoThe Brothers Barton andmaster bassist JimWhitney. From classicbluegrass and authenticold time fiddle music toexciting original composi-tions, this new ensembleconsistently achievespacked houses with stand-ing ovations and encoresthe norm.

In The Brothers Barton,Richard has met his youth-

ful match. He calls Paul and Loren “young genius-es, brilliant composers and virtuoso players.”Together the four have superb chemistry andcharisma, playing with equal reverence for traditionand innovation.

“This residency is like no other we’ve everdone,” said Harclerode. “With each residency welook for new ways of integrating our artists into thecommunity, this year we’re excited about theBluegrass Festival and Brunch.”

There are free programs, as well as affordablyticketed events called “multiple points of entry.”There is also another interesting dimension, andthat is that three of the four groups are classicallytrained. Each of the Burnett kids studied classicalviolin, as did Greene as did Stephanie Bettman.

“While this festival may be seen as a stretch, atthe core of the program is the classical training thathas allowed each of the artists to reach out, experi-ment, and ultimately find bluegrass as an importantform of expression,” said Harclerode.

“It’s one of two indigenous American musics,”said Harclerode, “the other being jazz.”

The activities are broad and designed to satisfythe aficionado, attract the curious and introduce the

novice to Bluegrass and Chamber Music Sedona. They include in-school programs for Sedona

youth, private lessons with Greene and his bandmembers, workshops for folk of all ages inFlagstaff, including workshops with the BurnettFamily Bluegrass members.

Admission is $20 at the door and $15 inadvance. Ages under 18 are free, and advance reser-vations are required.

This includes the workshops for kids, YoungJammers, and budding musicians from all walks ofNorthern Arizona.

“This will be a special treat for all that are inter-ested in bluegrass and want to improve their skills,”said Greene. “Bert’s told me all about the NorthernArizona Bluegrass Scene, and we’re excited to be apart of this.

“We look forward to meetin’ and greetin’ newfriends and particularly the Burnett Family. We’llbe giving lessons as well for those interested on afee basis at the workshop. Call the office for moreinformation,” said Greene.

“This promises to be a lot of fun,” saidHarclerode. “There’s a lot of work involved and Ithink in the long end it will be a rewarding experi-ence worthy of continuing next season, our 25th.”

Special conditions and restrictions are in placefor the Bluegrass Festival Sunday, and readers areencouraged to keep updated by visiting ChamberMusic Sedona’s Web site(chambermusicsedona.org).

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Trio con Brio Copenhagen

by Donna Schist

Internationally Acclaimed Piano Trio Makes Sedona Debut

Sedona Bluegrass Residency and Festival

Quick Piano Recital features12 young Northern Arizona pianists

Award-winning Northern Arizona piano students, ages 12-18, perform a freeconcert during the 11th Quick Memorial Piano Recital, April 20, 7 p.m., at St.John Vianney Church in West Sedona.

“This year’s group of applicants was one of our best,” said Helen Black, programcoordinator. “It is so wonderful to see these talented young people, and it’s a realthrill to see the winners of this program perform. The Quick Family is so wonderful-ly supportive of this program too. The 75-minute concert will span the musicalworld from Scarlatti to Bach to Chopin and more.”

A reception follows the recital and all attending the concert are invited to attendand join the young musicians and their families.

All Quick Memorial Piano Competition participants are invited to anevening master class offered by Trio con Brio - Copenhagen pianist JensElvekjaer, on April 21. The Master Class is open to all interested parties.Reservations are required and can be made by calling Chamber Music Sedona at204-2415.

Admission to the Friday concert is two cans of food to be donated to theSedona Community Center. A free will offering will be encouraged for thosewho care to perpetuate the Quick Piano Competition in future years.

Sedona Sunday activities on the property of Festival Sponsor Los Abrigados Resort & Spa

Richard Greene and colleaguesperform from 12-12:30 p.m. A delec-table menu that includes Pumpkinstuffed Ravioli with Amaretto CreamSauce appetizer. Entree includes achoice of Eggs Forestiere, PoachedEggs atop toasted English Muffin,ladles with Wild Mushroom Sauce, orChicken Alla Di Favio, grilled

Chicken Breast with Tarragona RockShrimp Cream Sauce, all served withRed Rock Springs Farmers MarketFresh Vegetables and Chef’s ChoiceStarch. Dessert is Gino Tiramisu. Aglass of champagne is served as iscoffee or tea. Reservations are $65 perperson and must be made inadvance.

Bluegrass Brunch at JOEY BistroMay 6, 11-12:30 p.m.

First out the gate is Sedona’s ownOak Creek Boys, featuring ChrisSeymour and Dan Rice, playing from1-1:45 p.m.

Stephanie Bettman & The Boysperform from 2-3:00 p.m. ThisAlbuquerque native is an acknowl-edged fiddler and vocalist with com-munity ties.

From 3:10-4:15 p.m., Flagstaff-based and Telluride BluegrassFestival Award winning quintet TheBurnett Family Bluegrass fires up thestage.

And its inaugural headlinerbrings the festival to a close from4:30-6:00 p.m., Richard Greene andThe Brothers Barton with bassist JimWhitney.

Sedona Bluegrass Festival CreeksideMay 6, 1-6:00 p.m.

Trio con Brio Copenhagen,

formed by the Korean sisters

Soo-Jin Hong and Soo-Kyung Hong

and the Danish pianist

Jens Elvekjaer