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Sign up now for a fun time! Seeking volunteers for BEAT Beethoven's 5th 5k & 1-mile race! Can you help us out on October 9, 2022 from 8:15 am - 11:30 am for our 8th annual Beat Beethoven 5K Fun Run/Walk? This event is a fundraiser to support the Central Oregon Symphony! We are in need of course marshals as well as assistance with registration, food and drink tables, and raffle prizes. Please contact Amy Mitchell, the volunteer coordinator, at amyplaysthecello@gmail.com to help out! Thanks!

One more chance to be a part of Cascade Chorale Future! The Cascade Chorale’s return to the Tower Theater for our annual Holiday Magic Concert is now underway! After a two year hiatus due to the pandemic, we are proud to announce our kickoff to the holiday season coming the first weekend of December. We will lift our voices and community spirits in the festive Chorale tradition that brings so much joy and holiday cheer to singers and listeners alike. So, want to join the fun? It’s time to return to the choir room and warm up your voices. We welcome everyone to jump in and continue rehearsals on September 27th, your last chance to register starting at 6:30 PM and singing starting at 7:00. Come to Pence 228 on the COCC campus and bring a black three-ring binder, a pencil and your refillable water bottle and your checkbook. Your voice and energy is the secret (well, maybe not so secret) ingredient that makes the Cascade Chorale such a success on the stage. Every voice counts! Did you sing Spring Term 2022? And were you sad because we couldn't hold our concert? Well, we have a surprise for you! Due to a wonderful grant from Deschutes County, we can cover your registration fee for Fall Term. So come on down and sing with us! Are you new to Chorale? Our director, James Knox, would love to chat with you before hand! Contact him at jwknox@cocc.edu! Visit our website at cascadechorale.org!

High Desert Chamber Music Announces Auditions for Spotlight Chamber Players! High Desert Chamber Music announces auditions for Spotlight Chamber Players will be held on October 7-8, 2022. This program is devoted exclusively to the study and performance of chamber music skills and techniques and is offered at no cost to the students selected. Auditions are open to violin, viola, cello, bass, and piano students in grades 6-12 with three or more years of private study and intermediate to advanced levels of playing.    Past graduates of the SCP program have gone on to pursue music performance degrees at the Colburn Conservatory of Music, Eastman School of Music, and others.   The recipients of this award will receive weekly chamber group instruction with Isabelle Senger, as well as individual and group instruction with select visiting artists from the HDCM Concert Series. Attendance at HDCM performances is provided complimentary. Throughout the year, there will be compensated performance opportunities in the community. A one-season commitment is required, and placement and type of ensemble will be determined after the audition process.    To schedule an audition, call 541-306-3988 or email: info@HighDesertChamberMusic.com  High Desert Chamber Music’s mission is to bring world-class chamber music and musicians to Central Oregon. Now in its fifteenth season, HDCM presents an acclaimed series of classical chamber music concerts, ranging from piano duos to string sextets. As the premier and leading chamber music organization in the region, HDCM offers an exciting roster of professional performing artists.    Link to SCP information and application: https://www.highdesertchambermusic.com/educational-outreach   Further information:  Contact: 541.306.3988 / info@highdesertchambermusic.com / 961 NW Brooks St. (Downtown Bend) / www.HighDesertChamberMusic.com

High Desert Chamber Music Announces Return of Live Classical Chamber Music for Landmark 15th Anniversary Season! After a two-year hiatus, High Desert Chamber Music will be returning stronger than ever to celebrate our landmark fifteenth anniversary season. This year features the Delgani String Quartet – October 21, 2022, Crown City String Quartet – January 14, 2023, Robert Thies – February 14, 2023, Felici Piano Trio – March 24, 2023, and Ben Hong & Ning An – May 5, 2023. In addition to the HDCM Concert Series is the Annual Benefit Gala, which includes a Performance, Dinner, Silent Auction, and Dessert Dash. Bob Shaw from the KTVZ NewsChannel 21 Team returns as the emcee for the evening. This will be held on Saturday, December 3, 2022, at 6:00pm at Bend Golf Club.   “Our fifteenth season includes many audience favorites and some exciting new groups to Central Oregon,” states HDCM Executive Director Isabelle Senger. “This season we'll continue our concerts at the Tower Theatre, as well as in a new location, the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Central Oregon.” The season opens in October with the debut of the Delgani String Quartet, considered “the state’s finest chamber ensemble” by Oregon Arts Watch. The quartet curates their own series in Portland, Salem, and Eugene, while regularly appearing throughout the state. The Crown City String Quartet makes their annual appearance in the new year. This Pasadena-based group has been the resident and premier group featured in the HDCM Concert Series over the past fourteen years, and their concerts are consistently audience favorites. They perform regularly in a number of chamber music series in Southern California and the Pacific Northwest. The annual Valentine’s Day concert at the Tower Theatre focuses on love and romance-themed music with the return of Steinway Artist Robert Thies. He first captured worldwide attention when he won the Gold Medal at the Second International Prokofiev Competition in St. Petersburg, Russia. This best-selling event includes a complimentary rose for concert-goers and a custom treat from Goody’s Chocolates!  As resident touring ensemble of Chamber Music Unbound in Mammoth Lakes, California, the Felici Piano Trio will be making their Central Oregon debut. The vibrant threesome has performed worldwide since 1998 and the members are prize winners of multiple competitions.  The season will conclude with Los Angeles Philharmonic Associate Principal Cellist Ben Hong. He is a three-time winner of his native country Taiwan’s National Cello Competition prior to leaving home at the age of 13 to study at the Juilliard School. International prize-winning pianist Ning An will join him for our exciting season finale! Tickets for all events are available through HDCM online, by phone, or in person at their office in Downtown Bend. Season Ticket subscriptions include all events in the HDCM Concert Series, a 15% discount, and seating in a Reserved section. This offer expires on opening night of the season.   Further information: General Admission - $48/$10, Child/Student Tickets ($55/$15 Valentine’s Day concert); (Season tickets 15% discount) Gala Admission - $95   Contact:  541.306.3988 / info@HighDesertChamberMusic.com / 961 NW Brooks St. (Downtown Bend) / www.HighDesertChamberMusic.com

High Desert Chamber Music Announces Opportunities to Serve on the Board of Directors! High Desert Chamber Music is Central Oregon's premier chamber music organization. We are currently seeking motivated and seasoned individuals to join our Board of Directors as we enter our landmark fifteenth season. Board members are elected for a 3-year term, and the Board generally meets 8-10 times annually. HDCM is looking to enhance its leadership and strategic vision as we enter our fifteenth season. The ideal candidate will first and foremost have an appreciation for classical music and a strong desire to help shape the future of HDCM. Board Members should be ready and willing to take on challenging questions and tasks within their area of expertise and will be encouraged to develop and execute solutions. Prior experience with non-profit boards is desired, though not required.  For more information about responsibilities and qualifications for membership, or if you would like to nominate someone that you believe would be a great fit, please contact HDCM.    HDCM Board of Directors Ethan Gray, President; David Gilmore, Secretary; Richard Samco, Treasurer; Durlin Hickock; Phil Machonis; Patricia Rogers; Betsy Warriner; Charlie Wintch   High Desert Chamber Music’s mission is to bring world-class chamber music and musicians to Central Oregon. Now in its fifteenth season, HDCM presents an acclaimed series of classical chamber music concerts in Central Oregon, ranging from piano duos to string sextets. As the premier and leading chamber music organization in the region, HDCM offers an exciting roster of professional performing artists.    Contact:  541.306.3988 / info@HighDesertChamberMusic.com / 961 NW Brooks St. (Downtown Bend)

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Sign up now for a fun time! Seeking volunteers for BEAT Beethoven's 5th 5k & 1-mile race! Can you help us out on October 9, 2022 from 8:15 am - 11:30 am for our 8th annual Beat Beethoven 5K Fun Run/Walk? This event is a fundraiser to support the Central Oregon Symphony! We are in need of course marshals as well as assistance with registration, food and drink tables, and raffle prizes. Please contact Amy Mitchell, the volunteer coordinator, at amyplaysthecello@gmail.com to help out! Thanks!

Calling Singers of Cascade Chorale Past, Present and Future! The Cascade Chorale’s return to the Tower Theater for our annual Holiday Magic Concert is now underway! After a two year hiatus due to the pandemic, we are proud to announce our kickoff to the holiday season coming the first weekend of December. We will lift our voices and community spirits in the festive Chorale tradition that brings so much joy and holiday cheer to singers and listeners alike. So, want to join the fun? It’s time to return to the choir room and warm up your voices. We welcome everyone to jump in and start rehearsals on September 20th, registration starting at 6:30 PM and singing starting at 7:00. Come to Pence 228 on the COCC campus and bring a black three-ring binder, a pencil and your refillable water bottle and your checkbook. Your voice and energy is the secret (well, maybe not so secret) ingredient that makes the Cascade Chorale such a success on the stage. Every voice counts! Did you sing Spring Term 2022? And were you sad because we couldn't hold our concert? Well, we have a surprise for you! Due to a wonderful grant from Deschutes County, we can cover your registration fee for Fall Term. So come on down and sing with us! Are you new to Chorale? Our director, James Knox, would love to chat with you before hand! Contact him at jwknox@cocc.edu! And just because we love hearing from all of you, please fill out the brief survey below and let us know how excited you are to be singing this fall. Let’s make this season a refreshing and splendid singing showcase!!  Take the survey here!

High Desert Chamber Music Announces Opportunities to Serve on the Board of Directors! High Desert Chamber Music is Central Oregon's premier chamber music organization. We are currently seeking motivated and seasoned individuals to join our Board of Directors as we enter our landmark fifteenth season. Board members are elected for a 3-year term, and the Board generally meets 8-10 times annually. HDCM is looking to enhance its leadership and strategic vision as we enter our fifteenth season. The ideal candidate will first and foremost have an appreciation for classical music and a strong desire to help shape the future of HDCM. Board Members should be ready and willing to take on challenging questions and tasks within their area of expertise and will be encouraged to develop and execute solutions. Prior experience with non-profit boards is desired, though not required.  For more information about responsibilities and qualifications for membership, or if you would like to nominate someone that you believe would be a great fit, please contact HDCM.    HDCM Board of Directors Ethan Gray, President; David Gilmore, Secretary; Richard Samco, Treasurer; Durlin Hickock; Phil Machonis; Patricia Rogers; Betsy Warriner; Charlie Wintch   High Desert Chamber Music’s mission is to bring world-class chamber music and musicians to Central Oregon. Now in its fifteenth season, HDCM presents an acclaimed series of classical chamber music concerts in Central Oregon, ranging from piano duos to string sextets. As the premier and leading chamber music organization in the region, HDCM offers an exciting roster of professional performing artists.    Contact:  541.306.3988 / info@HighDesertChamberMusic.com / 961 NW Brooks St. (Downtown Bend)

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Sign up now for a fun time! Seeking volunteers for BEAT Beethoven's 5th 5k & 1-mile race! Can you help us out on October 9, 2022 from 8:15 am - 11:30 am for our 8th annual Beat Beethoven 5K Fun Run/Walk? This event is a fundraiser to support the Central Oregon Symphony! We are in need of course marshals as well as assistance with registration, food and drink tables, and raffle prizes. Please contact Amy Mitchell, the volunteer coordinator, at amyplaysthecello@gmail.com to help out! Thanks!

Calling Singers of Cascade Chorale Past, Present and Future! The Cascade Chorale’s return to the Tower Theater for our annual Holiday Magic Concert is now underway! After a two year hiatus due to the pandemic, we are proud to announce our kickoff to the holiday season coming the first weekend of December. We will lift our voices and community spirits in the festive Chorale tradition that brings so much joy and holiday cheer to singers and listeners alike. So, want to join the fun? It’s time to return to the choir room and warm up your voices. We welcome everyone to jump in and start rehearsals on September 20th, at 7:pm. Your voice and energy is the secret (well, maybe not so secret) ingredient that makes the Cascade Chorale such a success on the stage. Every voice counts! And just because we love hearing from all of you, please fill out the brief survey below and let us know how excited you are to be singing this fall. Let’s make this season a refreshing and splendid singing showcase!!  Take the survey here!

High Desert Chamber Music Returns In Person! High Desert Chamber Music announces the return of live, in-person concerts for our upcoming 15th anniversary season in Central Oregon!    “Our fifteenth anniversary season will bring back audience favorites and introduce new exciting groups to Central Oregon,” states HDCM Executive Director Isabelle Senger. “After a two-year hiatus from presenting live concerts, we are ready to return with a bang and renewed appreciation for what we do!” The season will be announced in September with opening night slated for late October. Along with performances at the Tower Theatre, HDCM will be presenting concerts at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Central Oregon. In addition to the HDCM Concert Series, the Fifteenth Annual Benefit Gala will return in December to the Bend Golf Club, with long-time Master of Ceremonies Bob Shaw from the KTVZ NewsChannel21 Team.  High Desert Chamber Music’s mission is to bring world-class chamber music and musicians to Central Oregon. Now in its fifteenth season, HDCM presents an acclaimed series of classical chamber music concerts in Central Oregon, ranging from piano duos to string sextets. As the premier and leading chamber music organization in the region, HDCM offers an exciting roster of professional performing artists. Tickets for all events are available through HDCM online, by phone, or in person at their office in Downtown Bend. Season Ticket subscriptions include all events in the HDCM Concert Series, a 15% discount, and seating in a reserved section. This offer expires on opening night of the season.    Contact:  541.306.3988 / info@HighDesertChamberMusic.com / 961 NW Brooks St. (Downtown Bend)

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