Upcoming Events
BSO Pianist Lura Johnson: The Art of Prelude and Fugue
Union Square Soirée presents a solo recital by the renowned Baltimore Symphony Orchestra Resident Pianist, Principal Pianist of the Delaware Symphony, and Steinway Artist, Lura Johnson, in celebration of her monumental, first-of-its-kind solo album, The Art of Prelude and Fugue. This recording is a daring curation of two mammoth piano masterpieces, the complete Well-Tempered Clavier of J.S. Bach and 24 Preludes and Fugues, Op. 87 by Dmitri Shostakovich. The works are interspersed and commingled, with an emphasis on the striking connections between them. The music is highly complicated, deeply contemplative, precise and exacting in an almost scientific way, and rigorously structured. Yet ultimately it transcends boundaries, transporting us to a realm of the most spiritual kind. While challenging our intellect to comprehend its stunning complexity, the music offers us, paradoxically, a place of stillness, serenity, and deep reflection.
Critically acclaimed and beloved by audiences, Lura Johnson describes her artistic mission as:
“My goal is to vividly and thoroughly bring to life the essence and true character of the music, the way an actor embodies a role with full commitment.”
After the performance, please join us for a Meet-the-Artist reception with hors d'oeuvres & wine. BYOB is encouraged!💃🏼
Young Artists: Karina Wu, piano, and Kailey Wu, piano
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Program:
Prelude in C Major, BWV 846 Johann Sebastian Bach (1685-1750)
Prelude in C Major, Op. 87, No. 1 Dmitri Shostakovich (1906-1975)
Prelude in C Minor, BWV 847 J.S. Bach
Prelude in A Minor, Op. 87, No. 2 D. Shostakovich
Fugue in A Minor, Op. 87, No. 2 D. Shostakovich
Fugue in C Minor, BWV 847 J.S. Bach
Fugue in C Sharp Minor, BWV 849 J.S. Bach
Fugue in C Minor, Op. 87, No. 20 D. Shostakovich
Fugue in G Major, Op. 87, No. 3 D. Shostakovich
Fugue in G Major, BWV 860 J.S. Bach
Prelude in G Minor, BWV 861 J.S. Bach
Prelude in G Minor, Op. 87, No. 22 D. Shostakovich
Fugue in G Minor, Op. 87, No. 22 D. Shostakovich
Fugue in G Minor, BWV 861 J.S. Bach
Prelude in D Minor, Op. 87, No. 24 D. Shostakovich
Fugue in D Minor, Op. 87, No. 24 D. Shostakovich
Juan Sebastián Delgado & Kristhyan Benitez
Union Square Soirée presents a cello-piano recital by the acclaimed cellist Juan Sebastián Delgado and Latin Grammy Award-winning pianist Kristhyan Benitez. Together, they will showcase original music from Latin America, blending vibrant rhythms with rich, evocative melodies that celebrate the region’s diverse and captivating musical heritage!
Program
Original music for cello and piano from Latin America
Francisco Mignone, Modinha (1939)
Fabio Landa, Canto Negro (1970)
Astor Piazzolla, Tres Piezas Breve: Pastoral and Serenade (1944)
Astor Piazzolla, Escualo
Manuel Ponce, Sonata for cello and piano (1922)
After the performance, please join us for a Meet-the-Artist reception with hors d'oeuvres & wine. BYOB is encouraged!💃🏼
Young Artist: TBD
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BSO concertmaster, Jonathan Carney & Family with Ramilya Saubanova
Join us for an evening of music with BSO Concertmaster Jonathan Carney and pianist Ramilya Saubanova in an intimate salon setting. Experience the artistry of one of America’s leading violinists as he performs a captivating program alongside the dynamic and expressive piano playing of Ramilya Saubanova. We look forward to sharing this unforgettable musical evening with you!
After the performance, please join us for a Meet-the-Artist reception with hors d'oeuvres & wine. BYOB is encouraged!💃🏼
Young Artist: TBD
RSVP here: https://forms.gle/jMZKE3nmRrAFPxrSA
Read more here about Jonathan Carney and here about Ramilya Saubanova.
Carla Cerrato: Salon Art Exhibition & Musical Evening
Union Square Soirée presents an evening where art and music come together! Experience the captivating works of Carla Cerrato in an intimate salon-style exhibition, accompanied by a musical performance. Meet the artist herself and learn about the inspirations behind her paintings. It’s a night to celebrate creativity, connect with fellow art lovers, and soak in the power of music and visual art. We’d love to see you there
Seasons–A Timeless Musical Journey
Seasons–a Timeless Musical Journey
Experience an evening that weaves together classical, folk, and jazz influences across different eras and cultures. From the shimmering elegance of Debussy to the fiery spirit of Vivaldi and Bartók, and the timeless charm of Italian arias and jazz classics – this concert will take you on a journey through the seasons of the heart!
Claire Hebeisen, Violin
Cassidy Dixon, Soprano
Ramilya Saubanova, Piano
A special thank you to our gracious hosts, Gabriel and Christine Soudry.
🌟 Event Timeline 🌟
🍸 6 PM – Hors d’oeuvres
🍽️ 7 PM – Dinner
🎶 8 PM – Concert
🍰 9 PM – Dessert
🪩 10 PM – Disco Party
Let the music move you – and the night carry you away!
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The Joshua Espinoza Trio
The Joshua Espinoza Trio:
Joshua Espinoza, jazz pianist
Kris Monson, bassist
Jaron Lamar Davis, drummer
Latino-American jazz pianist Joshua Espinoza blends and bends genres into songs that are immediately relatable yet hard to define. Alongside bassist Kris Monson and drummer Jaron Lamar Davis, the Joshua Espinoza Trio explores the undefined space between jazz improvisation, classical chamber music, pop aesthetics, and folk traditions.
Read and hear more at www.JoshuaEspinoza.com
Young Artist: Alekzandr Martinez, piano
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Cookie Tour of Union Square
Join us on Sunday, December 8, 2024, beginning at noon and 2:30 for Charm City’s most charming event. For 39 years, residents of the Union Square neighborhood of Baltimore City have welcomed visitors into their historic homes for tours, homemade cookies and holiday cheer.
Group #1 – Check-in starts at 11:30 a.m. Tour homes from 12-2 p.m.
Group #2 – Check-in starts at 2 p.m. Tour homes from 2:30-4:30 p.m.
Homes will be closed from 2-2:30 p.m.
This event is rain or shine.
“No refunds for weather”
Buy tickets here.
Chestertown Piano Quartet
Chestertown Piano Quartet:
Elizabeth Adams, violin
Renate Falkner, viola
Joseph Gotoff, cello
Minji Nam, piano
Program:
Gustav Mahler: Piano Quartet
Frank Bridge: Phantasy Piano Quartet in F sharp minor (1910)
Johannes Brahms: Piano Quartet No. 1 in G minor, Op.25 (1861)
Young Artists:
Adele Amaral, piano
Leonardo Amaral, piano
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Tatar Classical Music Concert–Fairytale
“Music and Heritage: Tatar Classical Music Concert Series”
Special Tatar Music Concert-Fairytale featuring treasures by classical Tatar composers Rustem Yakhin, Farid Yarullin, Nazib Zhiganov, and Almaz Monasypov, as well as Tatar folk tunes.
Date: October 25, 2024
Time: 7:30 PM
Location: Peabody Conservatory, Goodwin Hall
1E Mt Vernon Pl, Baltimore, MD, 21202
Read more about the project here
Piano Four Hands: Elena Buttiero & Anita Frumento
Piano Four Hands: Elena Buttiero & Anita Frumento, Italy
Program: The Divine Comedy of Dante Alighieri by Cesare San Fiorenzo and his friendship with Giuseppe Verdi:
Cesare San Fiorenzo (1834-1909): The Divine Comedy, dramatic-musical illustrations for piano four hands (excerpts)
Giuseppe Verdi (1813-1901): Excerpts from La Traviata (1853) and Il Trovatore (1853)
Young Artist: Lucca Farkas, guitar
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Project Fusion Saxophone Quartet
Project Fusion Saxophone Quartet:
Dannel Espinoza, soprano saxophone
Doug O’Connor, alto saxophone
Aiwen Zhang, tenor saxophone
Matt Evans, baritone saxophone
Program:
George Gershwin (1898-1937) / arr. Espinoza: Three Preludes (1926)
Peter van Zandt Lane (b. 1985): nodes.branches.loops (2020)
Joe Hisaishi (b. 1950) / arr. Takahashi: Give Remix (1984)
Alexander Glazunov (1865-1936): Quatuor, Op. 109 (1932)
Young Artist:
Jackson Wu, piano
Learn more about Project Fusion here: www.ProjectFusionSQ.com
Tatar Music Concert
“Music and Heritage: Tatar Classical Music Concert Series”
Special Tatar Music Concert featuring treasures by classical Tatar composers Rustem Yakhin, Farid Yarullin, Nazib Zhiganov, and Almaz Monasypov, as well as Tatar folk tunes. There will be a small reception following the concert.
Artists:
Ramilya Saubanova, piano
Nikolai Klotchkov, saxophone
Location: 100 S Stricker St, Baltimore, MD, 21223Learn more about Ramilya Saubanova, the visionary behind the Tatar Classical Music Concert Series, and explore the Tatar Music project.here: ramilyasaubanova.com
The Honey Dewdrops with Alex Lacquement
The Honey Dewdrops with Alex Lacquement
Learn more about artists here: www.thehoneydewdrops.com
Trio Portinari
Trio Portinari:
Nicholas Pappone, violin
Candace Chien, piano
Gloria Kim, cello
Program:
Rachmaninoff: Trio élégiaque No. 1
Falla - Kreisler: Danse Espagnole
Liszt: Gnomenreige
Piazzolla: Le grand tango (cello solo)
Kreisler: Miniature Viennese March
Beethoven: Ghost Trio
Ramilya Saubanova: Piano Solo
Ramilya Saubanova: Piano Solo
Program:
F. Kreisler (1875–1962)– S. Rachmaninoff (1873–1943): Liebesfreud (Love’s Joy)
J. Brahms (1833–1897): 3 Intermezzi op. 117
J. S. Bach (1685–1750): Italian Concerto, BWV 971
N. Medtner (1880–1951): Forgotten Melodies, op. 39:
Canzona Matinata No. 4
Sonata Tragica No. 5
Learn more about the artist here: www.ramilyasaubanova.com
Concert of Classical Music
Concert of Classical Music
Alexander Markov, violin: www.alexandermarkov.com
Nikolai Klotchkov, saxophone: https://nklotchkov.wixsite.com/klotchkov-info
Ramilya Saubanova, piano: www.ramilyasaubanova.com
Michael Sheppard: Piano Solo
Michael Sheppard: Piano Solo
Program:
L. Godowsky: Contrapuntal Paraphrase on Weber’s Invitation to the Dance
F. Chopin: Barcarolle op. 60
L. V. Beethoven: Piano Sonata op. 57