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Master Class Opportunity for Violinists and Pianists with the Kaplan Duo! Applications due NOVEMBER 17, 2023 High Desert Chamber Music announces applications are available to perform in a Master Class with Mark Kaplan and David Kaplan. This double-feature event, presented in partnership with the Cascade School of Music, promises to be an enriching experience for young musicians in the community.   Application Details: Applications for violinists and pianists who wish to perform in either class are available on both the High Desert Chamber Music and Cascade School of Music websites. The deadline to apply is Friday, November 17, 2023. Additionally, all students who submit an application will receive complimentary admission to the Kaplan Duo’s performance on Friday, December 15, at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Central Oregon.    Violin Master Class Application link: https://forms.gle/ZposnyGv1KgmMExd6 Piano Master Class Application link: https://forms.gle/wkoeyb6RryCGKmEVA Event Details: Date: Saturday, December 16 Location: First Presbyterian Church Schedule:   Violin Class: 9:30am-11:30am                     Piano Class: 12:00pm-2:00pm Admission: Free and open to the public   “We are pleased to expand our Master Class offerings and increase the number of students involved”, states Executive Director Isabelle Senger. “With the Kaplan Duo, we had the perfect opportunity to jointly work with both violinists and pianists this season.” Cascade School of Music Executive Director Robert Lambeth shares the enthusiasm, saying “Cascade School of Music is excited to partner with High Desert Chamber Music to welcome Mark Kaplan and David Kaplan, and to offer their great experience and knowledge to our young violinists and pianists.”   About the Instructors: Among the world’s leading violinists, Mark Kaplan has maintained a flourishing career as a soloist and chamber musician for almost five decades. He has recorded a wide range of repertoire and has been a sought-after professor at Indiana University’s Jacobs School of Music since 2005. His son, David Kaplan, is an accomplished soloist and recitalist, and currently serves as an assistant professor and chair of Piano Performance at the University of California, Los Angeles.   Further information: Contact HDCM: 541.306.3988 / info@HighDesertChamberMusic.com / 961 NW Brooks St. Contact CSM: 541.382.6866 / info@cascadeschoolofmusic.org / 510 NE 3rd St.

Bend Pops Fall Concert! Join Bend Pops Orchestra for an afternoon of great music!  And this fall, we bring the music to Redmond for the first time!  Our fall concert will be held in Redmond at Ridgeview HS Auditorium, with a repeat performance in Bend at Mountain View HS. Our program includes Robert Sheldon’s inspiring Triumph of the Argonauts, a toe-tapping medley of old favorites in Gershwin By George!, magical melodies from all the movies in The Magic of Harry Potter, Quincy Jones’ anything-but-square Austin Powers’ theme Soul Bossa Nova, and an introduction to the holiday season with Brian Balmages’ joyful Festive Fanfare, a stirring rendition of Gustav Holst’s In the Bleak Midwinter, and Pops’ holiday standard, Leroy Anderson’s Sleigh Ride.   In addition we have some small ensembles performing more great pieces. It's a fantastic mix of music with appeal for the whole family! Performance details: Saturday, November 18 at 2:00 PM Ridgeview High School Auditorium 4555 SW Elkhorn Ave, Redmond Sunday, November 19 at 2:00 PM Mountain View High School Auditorium 2755 NE 27th St, Bend Admission is FREE!  So bring the entire family and enjoy an afternoon of delightful music. Would you like to help us by volunteering at a concert?  We need volunteers to help with hospitality before the concert and during intermission.  Please contact us at info@bendpops.org if you can help us out!  Thank you! Our concerts are free to the public, but your contributions are greatly appreciated.  All donations go directly to bringing our music to the people of Central Oregon.  Donations to the 501(c)3 non-profit Bend Pops Orchestra are tax deductible.  You can make donations at our concerts or give online at BendPops.org.  Thank you for your continued support! Feel free to contact us: Email: info@bendpops.org Phone: 541.241.8767

High Desert Chamber Music Announces...! (L-R) Jonathan Cupit, Ezra Oncken, Aaron Goyal, Nicolas Oncken, Perrin Standen   High Desert Chamber Music announces the following students were selected for this year’s Spotlight Chamber Players program: Jonathan Cupit (cello), Aaron Goyal (guitar), Nicholas Oncken (violin), Ezra Oncken (violin), and Perrin Standen (viola). This program provides a high level of regular chamber music instruction to aspiring young musicians. “We are happy to present two new groups this year, a string quartet and a violin/guitar duo,” states Executive Director Isabelle Senger. “Both groups will be featured at the Annual Gala in December, and you can plan to hear the groups perform at HDCM events later this season.” Auditions are held annually, and open to students of stringed instruments or pianists with three or more years of private study and intermediate to advanced levels of playing. This year’s students come from the private teaching studios of Travis Allen, Julia Bastuscheck, Kara Eubanks and Brandon Azbill. The members of the group attend Cascades Academy, Bend Senior High School, Caldera High School, and Summit High School.   High Desert Chamber Music’s mission is to bring world-class chamber music and musicians to Central Oregon. Now in its sixteenth season, HDCM presents an acclaimed series of classical chamber music concerts, ranging from piano duos to string sextets. As the region’s premier and leading chamber music organization, HDCM offers an exciting roster of professional performing artists.   HDCM 2023-2024 title sponsors include German Master Tech, Miller Lumber, Hayden Homes, Pine Tavern Restaurant, Drew Family Dentistry, Three Graces & Co., Cascade A&E, Central Oregon Daily, and Newstalk KBND and 107.7 Radio. Additional support provided by Creative Images of Life, and TDS.    Further information:  Contact:  541.306.3988 / info@HighDesertChamberMusic.com / 961 NW Brooks St. (Downtown Bend) / HighDesertChamberMusic.com

SUNRIVER MUSIC FESTIVAL CALL TO ARTISTS AND UPCOMING EVENTS! Sunriver Music Festival invites a Central Oregon artist to create the commemorative 47th season poster. “For over four decades, Sunriver Music Festival has featured some of the most accomplished painters and photographers in the region. The collaboration is a beautiful experience for all involved,” shares Executive Director Meagan Iverson. Maria Leistad, 2023 selected poster artist, agrees: “It was an honor to have my art showcased by Sunriver Music Festival for the 46th season. The natural music of this landscape that many of us call home is the perfect backdrop for the Festival’s immensely talented musicians. I hope that “Sunriver’s Trumpeter” conveys the same feelings of tranquility and magnificence that Sunriver Music Festival has come to represent for so many of us.” Here’s your opportunity to join the ranks of esteemed artists by submitting your artwork to the selection committee, which is comprised of a jury of accomplished artists from the Artists Gallery Sunriver. Visit sunrivermusic.org/festival-art for submission details, requirements, and benefits. UPCOMING EVENTS: Concert Rock Violinist Aaron Meyer will “Rock the Holidays” at the Tower Theatre with originals and hits of the season, combining contemporary and classical styles with his dynamic rock band. Wednesday, December 6, towertheatre.org for tickets. The 6th annual Piano Showcase features acclaimed classical pianist Sean Chen and award-winning blues and boogie-woogie pianist Arthur Migliazza. This multi-genre event—including a masterclass, workshop, and diverse concert program—celebrates the versatility and virtuosity of the piano. Saturday, March 16. Tickets go on sale December 7 at sunrivermusic.org. Kick up your heels on the dance floor or tap your toe from the comfort of your reserved table at the annual Valentine’s Dinner & Dance Concert at the Great Hall. Wednesday, February 14. Tickets go on sale December 7 at sunrivermusic.org. ______________________________________  Sunriver Music Festival is a nonprofit presenting world-class orchestral performances and supporting music education throughout Central Oregon. Through a commitment to excellence, collaboration and innovation, the Festival seeks to foster a lifelong love of classical music in its many diverse forms. Visit sunrivermusic.org for more information.

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High Desert Chamber Music Offers Complimentary Tickets to Central Oregon K-12 Students! Educational Outreach efforts include admission to HDCM Concert Series High Desert Chamber Music presents an annual Concert Series that brings some of our nation’s most prominent classical musicians to Central Oregon. As part of their visit to our area, every performer participates in outreach events that include a public Master Class, school visits, or performances at local retirement communities. To ensure equal access, all educational and outreach activities are offered at no cost to students, teachers, schools, and retirees.   In addition to these efforts, High Desert Chamber Music offers complimentary tickets to concerts in the HDCM Concert Series to Central Oregon K-12 students when arranged through their school’s music director. To take advantage of this opportunity, students must have their music director contact HDCM.   “Inspiring the next generation of classical music fans is a critical part of our mission,” states Executive Director Isabelle Senger. “We are happy to provide these benefits and will accommodate any student who is interested in attending our events.”   The sixteenth season includes the Fauré Quartett from Germany, the Kaplan Duo father/son ensemble, Valentine’s Day concert with the Aviara Trio, the unique and versatile Sakura Cello Quintet, and resident group and crowd-favorites the Crown City String Quartet. All the performances except the Valentine’s Day concert at Tower Theatre, will be held at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Central Oregon. Further information: Contact:  541.306.3988 / info@highdesertchambermusic.com / 961 NW Brooks St. (Downtown Bend)

High Desert Chamber Music's Sixteenth Annual Gala! High Desert Chamber Music announces their Sixteenth Annual Gala will take place at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship on Saturday, December 2, at 6:00pm. This event will include a performance featuring the Spotlight Chamber Players, Cocktail Hour, Silent Auction, Dinner, and Dessert Dash. Bob Shaw returns as this year’s Master of Ceremonies.    “We are excited to be moving our event to the home of our Concert Series, the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship,” states Executive Director Isabelle Senger. “The two new groups in our Spotlight Chamber Players program will be the featured performers that evening. As always, support from this important event allows HDCM to continue offering all our Educational Outreach programs at no cost to students, families, and schools in Central Oregon.” High Desert Chamber Music’s Educational Outreach includes performances and Q&A sessions at local schools, public master classes, and the Spotlight Chamber Players chamber music training program. Special thanks to our Gala Table Sponsors Mission Building, Riverside Animal Hospital, Three Graces & Co., Wells Fargo Advisors, and the Swanton Family Foundation. Media Sponsors include Central Oregon Daily, Cascade Arts & Entertainment, Combined Communications, and  The Bulletin. Reservations are required and seating requests are taken. Tickets are available by phone or online. Further information:  Contact:  541-306-3988 / info@highdesertchambermusic.com / 961 NW Brooks St. Downtown

The Cascade Chorale Presents Holiday Magic 2023! Get ready for a firecracker experience at the upcoming Holiday Magic concert on December 2nd, 7 PM, and 3rd, 3 PM, at the Tower Theatre! We’re thrilled to showcase a high energy blend of beloved classics and fresh new works. Brace yourself for the return of the crowd-favorite Jazz Central, along with the dazzling brilliance of the 27th Street Brass Quintet and the Dove String Quartet that will captivate your senses. Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to kickoff the magic of the holiday season! And if our stellar music is just not enough, we are going to give the gift of music to one lucky person! Thanks to the generosity of Sunday Guitars, the Cascade Chorale is also giving away a beautiful Breedlove Rainforest S Concert Series Night Sky CE Guitar to one lucky person! This stunning guitar, along with a Guitar Stand, Gig bag, and Tuner, all worth $1000, is up for grabs in a special limited entry raffle. So, get ready to look good, sound better, and feel great with the Breedlove Rainforest Concert CE. Stay tuned to learn how not to miss your chance to win this incredible guitar at our concert. See you there!

Taizé Choir of Central Oregon! DECEMBER 7th First Thursdays, September through June* 7-8 PM St. Helen's Hall  Trinity Episcopal Church, 231 NW Idaho St. Bend (across the street from Trinity sanctuary) Families Welcome! *April service on April 4 at Shalom Bayit 21555 Modoc Lane, Bend (off Ward Road east of Bend) Both locations are wheelchair accessible   Sponsored by Taizé Choir of Central Oregon Trinity Episcopal Church  taizebend@gmail.com      541-815-5574 Find us on Facebook!

Redmond Community Choir Presents Sounds of the Season! Redmond Community Choir presents their annual “Sounds of the Season” concert on Sunday, December 10th at Redmond High School. The Redmond Community Choir, a highlighted program of COCC’s Community Education department, provides a welcoming, high quality musical experience for singers of all skill levels who are willing to work to learn the music.  No audition is required. For more information visit the choir’s website, redmondcommunitychoir.org. November 19, 2023

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