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SUNDAY CONCERT SERIES
All concerts in The Meetinghouse of the First Universalist Society in Franklin, 262 Chestnut St
Directions
First Universalist Society
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"Le Tombeau De Couperin: I. Prélude", Maurice Ravel
Pianist: Cynthia Raim
Recording: Connoisseur Society
CD 4255, available at ebay.com
LiveARTS is an exciting performing arts organization in Franklin, MA whose goal is to enrich the cultural life of the MetroSouthwest region by bringing outstanding classical musicians to perform at the Meetinghouse of the First Universalist Society of Franklin at 262 Chestnut Street. We specialize in professional Boston-caliber artistry -- without the traffic and high ticket prices!
LiveARTS would like to thank all the artists of this past season (scroll down) for their remarkable performances - full of heart and soul - that left our audiences wanting more. Special thanks to all our generous sponsors, appreciative fans, and loyal subscribers!
 
In addition to our regular subscription series, we occasionally showcase local artists on our "Community MusicMakers" concerts. We invite you to join us for the following concerts:
Sunday, May 11
3:30 pm
Bass-baritone Edwin Milham with
pianist Jane Viemeister
Edwin Milham Jane Viemeister
This Mothers' Day concert features music of Mozart and Schumann, beginning with arias from Mozart's much beloved The Marriage of Figaro. After Ms. Viemeister plays Mozart's Sonata in B-flat Major, KV 570, they perform the greatest of Schumann's cycles of songs, or Lieder, the Dichterliebe, or The Poet's Love, Opus 48. Franklin-based Edwin Milham concertizes actively in the southern New England area and teaches on the faculties of Bridgewater State College and the Franklin School for the Performing Arts. In addition to teaching at Bridgewater State College, Jane Viemeister is chair of the piano department at the South Shore Conservatory. Admission is $10, $5 for seniors/youth.
Saturday, June 7
7:30 pm
Young Artists Concert Outstanding high-school musicians from Franklin and surrounding areas perform in this LiveARTS celebration of youth. Specially selected participants include chamber ensembles from the Metrowest Youth Symphony Orchestra, string players, pianists, and vocalists. The concert will be about one hour, with a reception afterward. Admission is free.
 
2007-08 Season
All concerts at 3:30PM
September 30 Pianist Oni Buchanan
"A Moonlight Recital"
Oni Buchanan
The moon has been a source of inspiration for many composers. Come hear Debussy's "Clair de Lune" and Beethoven's regal "Moonlight Sonata". "Star Burning Blue", a piece by contemporary composer Kelly-Marie Murphy, depicts a supergiant star. And no moonlight recital would be complete without Nocturnes by Chopin, Barber, and Fauré. A published poet, Oni brings creativity, vision, and artistry to all she does. "Her playing is informed by a persuasively lyrical touch in the service of great poise and charm," says Russell Sherman, Distinguished Artist in Residence, New England Conservatory.
 
October 28 Violist Don Krishnaswami Don Krishnaswami
One of the Boston area's most talented violists returns to showcase two significant contributions to the viola literature of the 20th century by major composers Milhaud and Hindemith. The Boston Globe describes Don as "noteworthy among the solo voices."  With Joy Cline Phinney as accompanist, the concert will be a "joyful" collaboration reuniting two Juilliard graduates who attended this famous music school together. A lush, romantic work by Brahms concludes the program.
 
March 2 Fenwick Smith, flute
and Sally Pinkas, piano
Fenwick Smith Sally Pinkas
What could herald the coming of spring better than a silver-throated flute? And who better to do it, than this 29-year veteran of the Boston Symphony Orchestra? He and long-time collaborator Ms. Pinkas will perform together and separately French and Czech works. Both are known throughout New England for their superb artistry and numerous recordings. After thirty seasons, Mr. Smith's annual recitals in Jordan Hall are a prominent feature of Boston's concert calendar. Ms. Pinkas has performed as a soloist with the Boston Pops, as well as many other orchestras and chamber groups, and also is Professor of Piano at Dartmouth College.
 
April 6 Mezzo-soprano Heidi Skok Heidi Skok
After her outstanding recital debut in November 2006 at Boston's Jordan Hall at New England Conservatory, she sang two concerts within the next six months at New York's Carnegie Hall with the New England Symphonic Ensemble. Miss Skok is a specialist in the repertoire of Handel, Webern, Berg and Strauss. Between 1992 and 2004, she performed in numerous productions at the Metropolitan Opera under the prestigious conductor James Levine. The Washington Times has written, "Miss Skok is blessed with one of those voices that lingers in the memory."
 
Tickets at the door are $15 for adults, $10 for youth and seniors: $25 for a family of three or more. Season subscriptions are $45/$30/$75 (4 concerts for the price of 3). Enjoy our famous intermission desserts!
Check this site again for future announcements of our Community MusicMakers concerts -- highlighting musical talent from the Franklin area.
LiveARTS is supported in part by a grant from the Franklin Cultural Council, a local agency which is supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency. We are a non-profit, non-sectarian affiliate of the First Universalist Society of Franklin. All events are handicap accessible.
If you would like to make a contribution to LiveARTS or speak with a board member about volunteer opportunities or ticket sales, please email our Artistic Director Laura Clayton, or call 508-533-2599.
View The LiveArts Country Gazette article.