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Piotr Folker, April 30 soloist
Piotr Folkert is widely regarded as one of the most gifted virtuoso
pianists performing today. His stellar technique and insightful
interpretations have won him consistent critical acclaim and enthusiastic
audiences worldwide. He regularly performs at great concert stages of North
America, Europe and the Far East.
He is the winner of the 1995 Annual Young
Artist International Piano Award in New York and the 1990 International Chamber
of Competition in Italy among others. Mr. Folkert gave the New York premiere performance of H. M. Gorecki s
Concerto for Piano and Strings, and during the 1996 Centennial Olympic Games in
Atlanta, he performed a musical tribute to the Polish President and Olympic
Committee.
His first compact disc was recorded with the Warsaw Philharmonic
Orchestra, and has since recorded solo and chamber music for European and
American labels.
Piotr Folkert received his master s degree from the Szymanowski Academy
of Music in Poland and continued his studies at Yale, Indiana University, and
Mannes College of Music in New York City.
Critics speak about Piotr Folkert
From Warsaw: Piotr Folkert is a pianist of an exceptional talent and
maturity. Manila: His excellent performance was a cause for a standing
ovation. Cracow: The pianist possesses a wonderful technique and grand powerful yet
noble sound. Bangkok: The young Polish pianist was brilliantly articulate and
commandingly eloquent through the recital. Delhi: Folkert's music is based on
a sound technique, intense application and sensitive touch. . . . Lending to
the melody a touch of silk the pianist coaxes the finest of notes. California:
His playing exploited the beguiling melodies and evocative harmonies.
Illinois: He is a stunning virtuoso with stellar technique. Full of
tenderness, passion, joy, sorrow and singing style that made the music come to
life, Folkert showed the stuff that world-class pianists are made of.
Polish reception honors Chopin
A special treat is in store following the April 30 concert. Traditional Polish
cookies, made by Mrs. Jadwiga Dolzycki and Dr. Halina Ablamowicz, will be
served in the reception hall to honor the memory of the famous Polish composer,
Frederic Chopin, whose Piano Concerto No. 1 is the featured work.
Don't leave without tasting a cookie.
Don't miss the Concert Preview Conversations with Dr. Catherine Godes
at 2:00 p.m. in Room 223 of the Bryan Fine Arts Building.
Many thanks to Dr. David Wyatt for being a sponsor of the April 30 concert
Exciting 2000-2001 concert season announced
- September 9, 2000
- Fun Fest Pops Concert with Educational Activities
- October 8: Ilya Itin, piano
- First Prize winner of the 1996 Leeds International Piano Competition
First Prize winner of the Robert Casadesus Ninth International Competition
- Berlioz Roman Carnival Overture
- Strauss Don Juan
- Rachmaninoff Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini
- November 12: Elisabeth Small, violin
- Vivaldi The Four Seasons
- Mozart Overture to Cosi fan tutte
- Stravinsky Pulcinella Suite
- February 4: BSO Wind, Brass and Percussion Principal Players
- Elgar Serenade in E minor for strings
- Martin Concerto for Seven Instruments, Timpani and Strings
- Beethoven Symphony No. 8
- March 4: Joan Derryberry Award Winner
- Dvorak Czech Suite
- TBA Concerto
- Tchaikovsky Symphony No. 2
- April 29: TTU Chorale, Concert Choir, and Cumberland Children's Chorus
- Schumann Symphony No. 3, Rhenish
- Wagner Parsifal: Good Friday Spell
- Jager The Grandeur of God (Premiere)
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In the San Diego Union-Tribune (3/27) we read, The San Diego Symphony
is just 22 months out of bankruptcy court and two lost seasons. . .
We are working very hard to assure that we never read those words about
the Bryan Symphony Orchestra. Last year, we were able to operate without an
increase in ticket prices. However, because of contract negotiations with
musicians we hire from other, larger orchestras, we must increase ticket prices
slightly this season
You may be aware that revenue from tickets gives us only about 30% of
our operating budget. The remainder must be raised through fund raisers,
concert sponsors, and contributions from you, our audience, and you have been
most generous! Please stay with us 0- we have an exciting season planned for
you.
Ticket prices for 5 concerts
| Before June 1 | After June 1 | If bought individually |
| Adults | $75 | $80 | $100 |
| Seniors (65+) | $70 | $75 | $100 |
Students
Through high school or TTU student |
$30 | $30 | $40 |
Because of the time needed for seating new subscribers, unrenewed seats
will be released after August 1. Remember, season ticket subscribers get the
best seats and the best prices.
From the Volunteer Coordinator. . .
As this season draws to a close, I want to recognize a fact that I
think is often taken for granted. Cookeville, and indeed the entire Upper
Cumberland, is so blessed to have the ability to claim as theirs this wonderful
thing called the Bryan Symphony Orchestra.
For an amazing 37 years, this orchestra has been going strong while
other orchestras across the country, both large and small, have had great
difficulties, and others even no longer exist. This says so much for our
community. The fact that we have been there to support it through the years is
truly a testament to our dedication to keeping alive this incredible resource.
We should be very proud.
But as I am sure you are aware, a non-profit organization, such as the
Bryan Symphony Orchestra Association, cannot function without a strong
volunteer effort. Those of you who attended the Gala last fall know what an
undertaking such an event requires. We are looking at many different ways to
lessen the burden on the volunteers, but we still need people to help in lots
of areas. Even if you only have a few hours to give, call me and find out
where your talents could be helpful.
We need volunteers for all sorts of jobs. The receptions that occur
after every concert, the preview luncheons, the outreach and education
programs, even the mailing of newsletters . . . all of these happen because of
the volunteers. Thank one of them the next time you see them and ask how you
might become a part of this growing family.
There are many exciting ideas being discussed for next year. And lots
of talk has occurred regarding another Gala, although no date has been set.
But, we re working on it! Look for more later on that and other possible
functions. It should be another exciting year. And, don t forget to renew
your Association membership when you renew your season tickets. Have a great
summer!
Jan Tate, 372-8616
Dr. Jerry Bart Ayers Scholarship to be awarded at April concert
Thank you for your many contributions to the Ayers endowed scholarship fund,
which made possible the awarding of a $1,000 scholarship to an outstanding
music student just months after the establishment of the fund. The committee
is reviewing applications, and the winner will be announced at the April 30
concert.
THE CONDUCTOR'S NOTES
It is hard for me to imagine that I am writing the final article for this
season. There has been so much music, how can it come to a close so soon?
Perhaps it is fitting that this final season s program focuses upon Chopin.
Some of you know that this year is the 150th anniversary of his death, and ours
is a program which follows that theme, while ending with a very life-affirming
work.
Chopin's music has warmed the hearts of audiences since he became known
in the 19th Century for his intimate concerts in the salons of Paris. While
his concerti are public works, they retain a certain intimacy which few other
composers can match.
There is a sense of almost improvisational freedom in
this writing. While always facile, Chopin plunges beneath the surface, where
his music elicits rich feelings of loves won and lost, of richly-lived human
experience and, particularly in the last movement, of humor.
Our soloist knows
this music as the greatest of the literature from his own country, and I am
truly looking forward to his interpretation. It should be an honor for all of
us to be a part of such music making.
The other two works on the program, Britten's Sinfonia da Requiem and
Liszt's Les Preludes, deal with death and life on the grand scale.
Britten's work features a large orchestra (even with saxophone!) in lamentation,
judgment, and, ultimately, eternal rest, while Liszt's tone poem focuses upon
the human condition: the heart wounded by love, withdrawal into nature and the
return to the world to answer the challenges of life and to find meaning in
attending to such struggles.
In the service of such issues, these three composers have taken the
greatest artistic risk possible: the unrestrained telling of Truth. The music
for this program is compelling in message, and unforgettable in the manner of
expression.
Such words as beautiful, chilling, and triumphant do not begin to
do justice to the music of this program. You simply have to hear this music to
apprehend it. The open ear is the only path available. Please join us!
John Dodson
Survey by TTU Marketing students
The response to the survey conducted at the March 26 concert by a
marketing class in the College of Business at Tech was quite positive. Thank
you for many compliments. In response to some of your comments:
- More familiar selections
- We think you will like the programming for next year. You will see
several familiar selections, as well as some of the music and composers
specifically requested by you. Your requests will be considered in the
programming of future seasons as well.
- Interaction with musicians/conductor
- Those of you who have attended the preview luncheons have had the
opportunity to hear the conductor speak in an informal atmosphere, or may have
had lunch at the table with him. Concert musicians participate in all-day
rehearsals and are encouraged to participate in the reception whenever
possible.
- Educational activities for children
- Lots of booths for music education are planned for FunFest on the
square in Cookeville on Saturday, September 9.
- Convenience of season ticket purchase
- Please see the article in this newsletter, Eight great ways to
subscribe.
- Pops concert
- Plans are underway to have an outdoor pops concert at FunFest on
September 9.
We appreciate all who took time to complete the forms and make comments
and suggestions. We welcome your comments at any time.
Putnam students guests of Arts Council and Orchestra
The Bryan Symphony Orchestra is pleased to announce the winners of the
competitions held in each of the elementary schools in Putnam County. As part
of the education program of the Bryan Symphony Orchestra and funded in part by
the Cookeville Arts Council, the following students were awarded free tickets
to the March 18 concert.
- Algood - Megan Bilbrey
- Baxter - Sampson Martin
- Cane Creek - Andy Macke
- Capshaw - Dave Mattson
- Jere Whitson - Jordon Fletcher
- Northeast - Erin McKinney
- Park View - Kayla Kelly
- Sycamore - Andrew Byrne
- Uffleman - Katie Smith
We congratulate these winners and look forward to seeing them at the concert.
Delicious Friday, April 28, Luncheon Menu
Home-made Chicken Salad
Fresh Fruit
Finger Sandwiches
Lemon Bars
Fruit Tea and Coffee
Conductor's Concert Preview: Noon to 1:00
First Presbyterian Church
20 North Dixie Ave.
Reservations Required by Wednesday, April 26
Call (931) 372-6088
Free events at Bryan Fine Arts
- Tuesday, April 18, 8 p.m. Women's Choir Concert
- Wednesday, April 19, 8 p.m. Jazz Concert
- Tuesday, April 25, 8 p.m. Chorale/Madrigal Singers
- Sunday, April 30, 1-3 p.m. Nancy Williams, artist, Reception and Art Exhibit
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