Sherman Chamber Ensemble Offers Free Children’s Concert
August 13 performance at Sherman Library features
Ferdinand the Bull, Peter and the Wolf, Ping the Duck, Making Friends with Mozart
On Saturday, August 13 at 2 p.m. The Sherman Chamber Ensemble presents “Famous Children’s Stories in a Musical Setting” in a free concert for families and kids of all ages at the Sherman Public Library Barn, 1 Sherman Center, Sherman, CT.
The afternoon program opens with “Peter and the Wolf,” narrated and played by flutist Susan Rotholz.
A highlight will be an interpretation of the classic story, “Ferdinand the Bull” set to original music composed by artistic director, Eliot Bailen. Rotholz will narrate the story and be accompanied by Bailen on cello.
Written in 1936, by American author Munro Leaf, “Ferdinand the Bull” tells the classic story of a peaceful bull who only wants to smell the flowers in the meadow. But after accidently sitting on a bumblebee, he goes into a rampage, knocking other bulls out and crashing a tree to the ground. Mistaken as brave and fearless he is picked to fight in the bullrings.
However, Ferdinand was not interested in fighting; only in admiring the beautiful flowers thrown into the ring. So, he was taken back home where he once again could sit under his favorite tree and smell the flowers.
The Ensemble will also present a second original composition by Bailen, “Ping the Duck,” based on the book “The Story About Ping” featuring the English Horn, played by Gerard Reuter, as the duck.
The afternoon ends with “Making Friends with Mozart,” featuring a Divertimento of Mozart. This light and entertaining composition will feature a complete chamber music quintet of Gerard Reuter, oboe/English horn; Susan Rotholz, flute; Doori Na, violin; Michael Roth, viola; and Eliot Bailen, cello.
Bailen said the program will present classical music in a format that is both intimate and inspiring for children and their parents, and continues a long-standing partnership between the Library, the greater community and the Ensemble.
Christine Ranno, Library Coordinator of Children’s Services, said, “How many times in a child’s life will they have the chance to be this close to a cello or violin and such expert musicians? It is truly going to be a life experience for them.”
A Meet and Greet Reception with the artists will follow. Admission is free to the public. The program is sponsored by the Kemp Mandeville Children’s Educational Fund of the Sherman Chamber Ensemble.
To reserve free tickets email info@shermanchamberensemble.org or call (860) 355-5930. Subject to seating availability, walk-ins will be welcome.
ABOUT THE SHERMAN CHAMBER ENSEMBLE
World Class Music, Close to Home for over 30 Years
Founded in 1983 by cellist Eliot Bailen, Artistic Director, and flutist Susan Rotholz, the Sherman Chamber Ensemble offers a year-round schedule of performances for all ages at venues in Connecticut and New York.
Guided by its mission to bring world class musicians to our communities and schools to perform a diverse range of music with an approach that is intimate and inclusive, The New York Times described SCE as “about as close as it gets to the Platonic ideal of a chamber music concert.”
SCE offers Baroque programs, a summer chamber music series, educational activities and a year-round slate of musical events showcasing the best of live musical performance, from classical to bluegrass to jazz – plus children’s and family concerts, school residencies and pop/rock coffeehouses. In addition to concert subscription and ticket sales, support for the 2016 season comes from the Connecticut Department of Economic and Community Development/ Connecticut Office of the Arts, Connecticut Community Foundation, The Harcourt Foundation, private foundations, local businesses and many generous individual donors.
UPCOMING CONCERTS AND EVENTS:
“Sweet Diversions with Mozart”
Friday, August 12, 8 pm, St. Andrew’s Church, 1 N. Main St., Kent, CT (Presented in collaboration with the church’s Music in the Nave series). Saturday, August 13, 8 pm, Lake Mauweehoo Clubhouse, Route 37 South and Leach Hollow Rd., Sherman, CT. Sherman Chamber Ensemble program includes Phantasy Quartet, Benjamin Britten; Heliade, Phillipe Hersant; Duo for Oboe and Flute, Robert Muczynski; and Divertimento in E flat Major for String Trio, K. 563, W.A. Mozart. Featuring: Susan Rotholz, flute; Gerard Reuter, Oboe; Doori Na, violin; Michael Roth, viola; and Artistic Director Eliot Bailen, cello. Individual concert general admission is $30 and $25 for students and seniors. Children 15 and under are free when accompanied by an adult purchasing admission ticket. For Sherman concerts only, lawn tickets may be purchased the night of the concert for $10. Reservations are recommended and may be made by calling 860-355-5930. Tickets may also be purchased online at www.ShermanChamberEnsemble.org.
“Mendelssohn’s Quintet and Vivaldi Hurdy Gurdy”
Friday, September 2, 8 pm, St. Andrew’s Church, 1 N. Main St., Kent, CT (Presented in collaboration with the church’s Music in the Nave series). Saturday, September 3, 8 pm Lake
Mauweehoo Clubhouse, Route 37 South and Leach Hollow Rd., Sherman, CT. Sherman Chamber Ensemble program includes Flute Quartet, Francois Devienne; Paul’s “What’s This”, works on curious instruments; and Quintet in Bb Major Op. 87 28′, Felix Mendelssohn. Featuring: Susan Rotholz, flute; Jill Levy, violin; Paul Woodiel, violin; Sarah Adams, viola; Michael Roth, viola; and Artistic Director Eliot Bailen, cello. Individual concert general admission is $30 and $25 for students and seniors. Children 15 and under are free when accompanied by an adult purchasing admission ticket. For Sherman concerts only, lawn tickets may be purchased the night of the concert for $10. Reservations are recommended and may be made by calling 860-355-5930. Tickets may also be purchased online at www.ShermanChamberEnsemble.org.
“For Bluegrass Fans of All Ages”
Saturday, September 3, 2 pm, Lake Mauweehoo Clubhouse, Route 37 South and Leach Hollow Rd., Sherman, CT. Sunday, September 4, 1 pm, Kent Village Barns, Kent Center, Kent, CT. Annual Bluegrass Jamboree, with Sherman Chamber Ensemble regulars and your favorite local performers. Free admission. Bring your own chairs and blankets for Kent concert. For more information call (860) 355-5930, visit www.ShermanChamberEnsemble.org, or email info@ShermanChamberEnsemble.org.
LIVE AT THE LAKE!
Annual Lake Mauweehoo Coffeehouse
Friday, Sept. 9, 8 pm, Lake Mauweehoo Clubhouse, Route 37 South and Leach Hollow Rd., Sherman, CT. An evening of pure fun with the Sherman Chamber Ensemble regulars and Coffeehouse Band featuring the best picks from the 60s on. Tickets at the door, $20 per person. Proceeds fund improvements to the Lake Mauweehoo Clubhouse. For more information visit www.ShermanChamberEnsemble.org, call (860) 355-5930 or email info@ShermanChamberEnsemble.org.
“Jazzing Up The Classics”
Saturday, November 26, 4 pm, Christ Church on Quaker Hill, 17 Church Road Pawling, NY. Sunday, November 27, 4 pm, St. Andrew’s Church, 1 N. Main St., Kent, CT (Presented in collaboration with the church’s Music in the Nave series). Kick off the holidays with eminent pianist, Ted Rosenthal, for a unique jazz experience. Joining him are Susan Rotholz, flute; Thomson Kneeland, bass; Chris Parker, drums; Paul Meyers, guitar, and Artistic Director Eliot Bailen, cello. $30 per person. Children 15 and under are free when accompanied by an adult purchasing admission ticket. Reservations are recommended and may be made by calling 860-355-5930. Tickets may also be purchased online at www.ShermanChamberEnsemble.org. Proceeds benefit children’s educational programs.
