2011-2012 Lineup
Rimsky-Korsakov Quartet from St. Petersburg
7:30PM, Friday, September 23, 2011
Russian Chamber Music Foundation of Seattle presents the Rimsky-Korsakov Quartet. Founded in 1939, they come straight from St. Petersburg to share their depth of knowledge and the spirit of Russian chamber music with American audiences. The Quartet will appear with Mercer Island resident and concert pianist Natalya Ageyeva. This is the only appearance of the Rimsky-Korsakov Quartet in this area.
Suggested donation at the door: $20 for adults and $15 for children and seniors
A Haiti Relief Concert by The Tim Hamp Band
7:30PM, Friday, October 14, 2011
The Tim Hamp Band with Tim Hamp, Steve Bosetti& Scott Patterson presents “A Night of Smooth Jazz”. Tim will play his original works, piano solo and with his band.
There will be a free-will offering 100% of which will go to the Haiti relief effort.
I am thankful for the gift of music that God has given. For me it’s been a playground to discover, enjoy, find inspiration, and share with others.” Tim has been playing by ear since he was 12yrs old. He has 2 self-produced CD releases entitled, “Lift Me Up” and “Hit The Keys,” and plans to have a new CD available for the concert. His music best fits the smooth jazz category, and can be enjoyed by families of all generations.
On January 12, 2010, a 7.0 magnitude quake hit Haiti. We remember the impact of that disaster and its lasting effects on the people in need. “At the time like many of us, I felt a compelling desire to contribute to the relief effort. Beyond that, I felt God’s call to do more, and the concert idea came to mind.” An important part of this call was to do something in the future, 6 months or a year out, when support often fades with the growing distance from the event.
“My hope is that this concert will provide an experience of fun and the opportunity to give a little bit back to this worthwhile cause. Let’s celebrate the wonderful gift of music, both for the player and the listener, and allow God’s Spirit to move in the joy to be, and to share as a community of faith.
– Tim Hamp
The Lyric Arts Ensemble
7PM, Saturday, November 19, 2011
The Lyric Arts Ensemble, now in their 12th year, is comprised of 16 vocalists and chamber orchestra. Based in Bellevue, musicians travel from Monroe to Mukilteo and Auburn to participate. They are conducted by Kenneth L. DeJong, Music Director and Organist at Saint Andrew’s Lutheran Church in Bellevue. Focusing on newly-published choral music, they also enjoy performing historical masterpieces frequently programmed by large choral-orchestral ensembles. Their size lends itself to musical clarity, yet with sufficient vocal power to fill their performance venues. Since many of the musicians perform with other ensembles, December gets really busy, so their Christmas concert is on the weekend before Thanksgiving. This concert will include music by Bach and Handel, along with new settings of modern and ancient holiday texts. Interaction between conductor and audience helps create a warm ambience.
No Admission on this concert.
Bells of the Sound
7:30PM, Friday, December 9, 2011
Bells of the Sound, a dynamic force in the handbell world, bring their high-caliber, energetic and entertaining Christmas performance to Mercer Island. Since 1989 this nationally acclaimed handbell ensemble of 15 ringers has pioneered handbell artistry and excellence and has encouraged composers to create new works for this provocative, exhilarating instrument. $10 for adults and $8 for youth and seniors will be collected at the door. Children under 8 years of age are free.
You are invited to join us for pre-concert festive hors d’oeuvres in the in the Courtyard at 6:30PM sponsored by The Adult Community Life Committee of MIPC. There will be activities for all ages.
Total Experience Gospel Choir
7:30PM, Friday, February 24, 2012
The Total Experience Gospel Choir, hailed as one of the Pacific Northwest's finest soulful ensembles, bursts with love, joy and enthusiasm! Pastor Patrinell Staten Wright started the group as a gospel music class at Seattle's Franklin High School in 1973. Since then the choir has grown to become a nationally and internationally known gospel-singing group. Free-will offering.
Northwest Girlchoir
7:30PM, Friday, March 2, 2012
Northwest Girlchoir delivers a beautifully musical performance in a variety of musical genres. Their sound is clear, focused and unaffected with a wide dynamic range. Their ability to sing as one voice, with a beautiful and consistent tone never belies the fact that there are 70-80 singers in the group. Led by Artistic Director Sara Boos, and Beth Ann Bonnecroy, Vivace conductor. Tickets will be available at the door.
Mark Thallander Organ Concert
7:30PM, Friday, May 4, 2012
Mark Thallander is a free-lance organist, composer, and author, an Adjunct Professor of Organ at Glendale Community College in Glendale, California, and President of The Mark Thallander Foundation and of the Honorary Board of the National Children's Chorus. In spite of his left arm being amputated following an automobile accident in 2003, Mark continues to inspire with his amazing organ playing and arranging skills. Free will offering.
The Eastertide
7:30PM, Friday, May 18, 2012
This is a night of celebrating the season of Easter.
The choirs of MIPC, St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church and Holy Trinity Lutheran Church join with orchestra and organ to present hymns and anthems of the Easter season.
Conductors: Kenneth L. Dejong and Chrade Yonkin
Organists: David Locke and Jieun Kim Newland
