Calendar 2000Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr |May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | DecJanuary, 2000January 5, 12:10 p.m., Bradford's Steinway Showcase presents a free casual concert with Ron Martinson and Bob Siegel, Standards (piano and bass). Take a break from your busy schedule and enjoy a musical noon hour. Bring your lunch, coffee provided, for a relaxing respite at 11520 W. North Av., Milwaukee, phone 414-777-3850 for info. January 7, 7 p.m., Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church Hall has free Night Song Cafe program at 3722 South 58th St., Milwaukee. Includes Tim Raczek on clarinet and singers. Info at 414-545-4316. January 7, 7 p.m., Bach Choir of Milwaukee (with Orchestra) presents "Magnificat" featuring the Pergolesi and Charpentier magnificats at St. Eugene Congregation, 7600 N. Port Washington Rd., Milwaukee. Tickets $11, call 223-0572 for info. January 9, 3 p.m., MacDowell Club of Milwaukee free program at Broadway Theatre, 158 N. Broadway. Info 353-8908. January 9, 3 p.m., Bach Choir of Milwaukee (with Orchestra) presents "Magnificat" featuring the Pergolesi and Charpentier magnificats at St. Mary's Parish, 13000 Juneau Blvd., Elm Grove. Tickets $11, call 223-0572 for info. January 10, 7:30 p.m., Menomonee Falls Symphony Orchestra has first rehearsal for spring season. See Orchestra/Ensembles for particulars. January 11, 18 and 25, 9:30 a.m., Wilsonaires seeking new members for Senior Citizens Chorus. Any man or woman 50 years of age or older is invited to come and join the group as it prepares for the spring concert series. Rehearsals are held at the Wilson Park Senior Citizens Center auditorium, 2601 W. Howard Av. For more information, call Bill at 543-6896. January 12, 12:10 p.m., Bradford's Steinway Showcase presents a free casual concert with Darius Pollinger, Original and contemporary classics. Take a break from your busy schedule and enjoy a musical noon hour. Bring your lunch, coffee provided, for a relaxing respite at 11520 W. North Av., Milwaukee, phone 414-777-3850 for info. January 12, 6:30 p.m., The Milwaukee Choristers will hold auditions for new members at Wauwatosa Avenue United Methodist Church, 1529 Wauwatosa Av., where the 80-voice chorus holds its rehearsals. Dr. James B. Kinchen, Jr., Director of choral activities at the UW-Parkside, has been conductor of the Choristers since 1993. He will conduct the private auditions and advises that no prepared material is necessary and no appointment is required. A potential member must be a high school graduate or at least 18 years old. Singers accepted will join the Choristers in weekly rehearsals, from 7:15 p.m. to 9:45 p.m., beginning on Wednesday, January 19th, for their annual Spring Concert. That concert will be presented on Friday and Saturday, May 12th and 13th, in Schwan Hall at Wisconsin Lutheran College. For information, phone 414-355-8030. January 15, 11 a.m., Music Starts Here, 681 Graceland Av., Des Plaines, IL. Meet Dr. Arthur Campbell, world renowned clarinetist, for a free master class. Try a selection of Yamaha clarinets. Phone 1-888-762-1116 to make a reservation, space is limited. January 16, 2 p.m., MacDowell Music Club at 108 S. Jackson St., Janesville, presents members performance program. More info from Carol Fosshage. January 16, 3 p.m., The Rosewood Trio at the Piano Gallery. January 19, 12:10 p.m., Bradford's Steinway Showcase presents a free casual concert with Mark Davis, Jazz. Take a break from your busy schedule and enjoy a musical noon hour. Bring your lunch, coffee provided, for a relaxing respite at 11520 W. North Av., Milwaukee, phone 414-777-3850 for info. January 23, 3 p.m., Wisconsin Conservatory of Music Faculty Artist Concert Decade Series. 1941-1950: Stefanie Jacob and Scott Tisdal are back as the Duo Coriolan in a concert of chamber music by Foss, Hindemith, and Carter for piano and cello. Performing three songs by the witty Noel Coward will be baritone Phillip Pearl. January 23, 4 p.m., Diana Haskell, who joined the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra in 1991, was recently appointed acting principal clarinet of the MSO. She will be giving a recital in the Dorothy Goff Frisch Recital Hall of the Shattuck Music Center at Carroll College in Waukesha. For tickets and more information on this program, call the Carroll College Box Office at (262) 524-7633. January 26, 12:10 p.m., Bradford's Steinway Showcase presents a free casual concert with Mariel Piano Duo, Elda Spitz and Helen Toussaint. Take a break from your busy schedule and enjoy a musical noon hour. Bring your lunch, coffee provided, for a relaxing respite at 11520 W. North Av., Milwaukee, phone 414-777-3850 for info. January 28, 8 p.m., Prairie Performing Arts Center Corky Siegel's Chamber Blues, combines blues and classical elements. Info 262-260-3545. January 30, 3 p.m., Festival City Symphony presents Italy Through Foreign Eyes at Pabst Theater, 144 E. Wells.
February, 2000February 2, 12:10 p.m., Bradford's Steinway Showcase presents a free casual concert with Wayne Taddey, Jazz Standards. Take a break from your busy schedule and enjoy a musical noon hour. Bring your lunch, coffee provided, for a relaxing respite at 11520 W. North Av., Milwaukee, phone 414-777-3850 for info. February 3, 3 p.m. The concert in the UWM School of the Arts Recital Hall, 2400 E. Kenwood Blvd., features a unique program, with works by Mahler, Korngold, Copland, Bemstein, and Weill, as well as rarely heard songs written by Jewish composers during the interment in World War II concentration camps. For this concert, the UWM Vocal Arts Program, under the director of Jeffry Peterson, has assembled singers who include Kitt Reuter Foss, mezzo soprano; Assistant Professor Valerie Errante, soprano; Phil Webb, tenor (who will be seen in the Florentine's production of "Nabucco"); Assistant Professor William Lavonis, tenor; and Mary Elizabeth Williams, guest soprano (and UWM graduate student). Pianist Jeffry Peterson, associate professor, will accompany the singers. UWM hosts a related lecture preceding the concert at 1:30 p.m. on the fourth floor of the Golda Meir Library, 2311 E. Hartford Ave. A representative from the Florentine Opera Company will discuss Jewish music, particularly in the context of the company's upcoming production of Verdi's "Nabucco." No reservations are required for this free lecture. Tickets are $12 for the public and $6 for students and seniors, and are available through the UWM School of the Arts Box Office, 414-229-4308. February 6, 3 p.m., Wisconsin Conservatory of Music International Arts Festival Concert. In a concert of Jewish music, vocalists Marlee Sabo and Kathleen Matts will be joined by pianist Elaine Bliss. Also appearing on the program will be klezmer, Yiddish, and Israeli music by Joyce Altman on piano, Richard Aaron on flute, Dave Bayles on drums and Linda Jones on clarinet. February 6 1 to 5 p.m., Unlimited Jazz, Ltd. annual meeting at Bartlett's. February 7, 7:30 p.m., MacDowell Club of Milwaukee free program Entartete Musik Milton Peckarsky pianist and Christine Thomas mezzo and reciter, at Broadway Theatre, 158 N. Broadway. Info 353-8908. February 9, 12:10 p.m., Bradford's Steinway Showcase presents a free casual concert with Carolyn Wehner, Show Tunes. Take a break from your busy schedule and enjoy a musical noon hour. Bring your lunch, coffee provided, for a relaxing respite at 11520 W. North Av., Milwaukee, phone 414-777-3850 for info. February 11, Janet Macklin Quartet at Granary in Oshkosh. February 11, 7:30 p.m., Valentine's Concert with Menomonee Falls Symphony Orchestra, featuring vocalists Dean and Marjorie Fowler performing famous popular love songs. To be held at beautiful Silver Spring Country Club in Menomonee Falls. Tickets were sold out last year, order now by phoning Dolores Chrzan 529-5402. February 11, 8 p.m., Four Freshmen performance at the Cedarburg Performing Arts Center. Tickets phone 262-376-6161. February 12, 7:30 p.m., UW-Milwaukee Department of Music concert of African-American music. Arts Recital Hall, 2400 E. Kenwood Blvd. Info29-2286 or 229-4550. February 12, 8 a.m. until 3:30 p.m., Sixth Annual Junior Festival UW Rock County Campus. Almost 300 entries, contact Sue Renkas, Chairperson, at 756-1983 for details. February 12, 5 p.m., Early Music Now, Tapestry Song of Songs: Come into Thy Garden, A Portrait of Sensual and Spiritual Love. Congregation Shalom, 7630 N. Santa Monica Blvd., Milwaukee. Phone 414-225-3113 for ticket info. February 13, 3 p.m., Wisconsin Conservatory of Music Faculty Artist Concert Decade Series. 1951-1960: Jacqueline Wooley will present a “Jazz Solo Piece for Cello” by Benjamin Boone, and the Conservatory’s Faculty Jazz Ensemble will take on bebop and other jazz stylings of the fifties. February 16, 12:10 p.m., Bradford's Steinway Showcase presents a free casual concert with Matt Stuebner, Classics and More. Take a break from your busy schedule and enjoy a musical noon hour. Bring your lunch, coffee provided, for a relaxing respite at 11520 W. North Av., Milwaukee, phone 414-777-3850 for info. February 18, Janet Macklin Quartet at City Lights in Fond du Lac. February 19, 7:30 p.m., "Music of Darkness and Light," a concert featuring Hebrew, Ladino, and Yiddish music from all eras. UWM Concert Chorale and the Lawrence Conservatory of Music Concert Choir. St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 914 E. Knapp St. Tickets, 414/229-4308. February 23, 12:10 p.m., Bradford's Steinway Showcase presents a free casual concert with Sam Steffke, Jazz Artistry. Take a break from your busy schedule and enjoy a musical noon hour. Bring your lunch, coffee provided, for a relaxing respite at 11520 W. North Av., Milwaukee, phone 414-777-3850 for info. February 23, 7:30 p.m., The UWM Center for Jewish Studies presents an evening of Jewish and Israeli classical music performed on cello, flute, and piano by The Vardi Trio. Harry and Rose Samson Family Jewish Community Center, 6255 N. Santa Monica Blvd. Tickets, 414/229-6121 or 414/967-8235. February 25, Janet Macklin Quartet at Gibson in Appleton. February 26, Janet Macklin Quartet at A's in De Pere. February 26, 8 p.m., Bel Canto Chorus, concert of Timothy Luby's Mass for the Dead In the Shadow of the Rainbow at St. Joseph Center, 1501 S. Layton Blvd., Milwaukee. Ticket info at 414-481-8801. February 26 Bel Canto Chorus, In The Shadow of the Rainbow by Timothy Luby at St. Joseph Center Chapel. Directed by Richard Hynson, info 414-481-8801. February 27, 2 p.m., MacDowell Music Club at Parker High School Auditorium, Janesville, presents Singers Showcase, admission $15. 25 singers, 12 piece live orchestra, music from pop, musical theater, opera, rock and country western. Info Carol Fosshage. February 27, 3 p.m., Bach Babes 2nd of series of 3 concerts paying homage to Bach. St. Christopher's Church in River Hills. Info 414-962-2153. February 29, 7:30 p.m., The UWM Center for Jewish Studies presents "Molly Picon's Return Engagement." This delightful musical features two actors portraying a variety of characters. Harry and Rose Samson Family Jewish Community Center, 6255 N. Santa Monica Blvd. Tickets, 414/229-6121 or 414/967-8235.
March, 2000March 1, 12:10 p.m., Steinway Showcase at Bradford's 11520 W. North Av., Milwaukee. Presenting Julie Cucunato and Students. Take a break from your busy schedule and enjoy a piano musical. Bring your lunch (they provide the coffee) and enjoy a relaxing respite. March 1, 6:30 p.m., MacDowell Club of Janesville Music Scholarship Auditions at Wisconsin School for the Visually Handicapped. Janesville Middle and High School students are eligible. Limit 10 students per teacher. For info call Virginia Nitz, 608-752-4505 or Sue Renkas, 608-756-1983. March 1, 7:30 p.m., UWM Music Professor Yehuda Yannay and colleagues from the Film and Modem Studies areas present an exciting New Music Concert and Symposium. School of the Arts Recital Hall. Free. March 4 is deadline for Unlimited Jazz, Ltd. scholarship applications deadline. Auditions will be held at Bradford's on April 1, 2000. Students in grades 8 through 12 are eligible for the summer jazz camps. Parents are urged to contact music directors at their school. Phone 262-797-2845 for more information. March 5 2 to 5 p.m., Frank De Miles Quartet plays at Cedarburg Cultural Center, W62 N546 Washington Av., Cedarburg. Tickets $8.50 advance, $10 at door. March 5, 3 p.m., Wisconsin Conservatory of Music Faculty Artist Concert Decade Series. 1961-1970: Saluting the “Guitar Renaissance” of the ‘60s, this all-guitar concert will include Rodrigo’s fiery Invocation and Dance performed by guitarist Christopher Laughlin. Other performers and styles include George Lindquist (classical), John Tamburello (classical, as interpreted for electric guitar!), Peter Baime (flamenco), Bill Stone (blues), and Paul Silbergleit (jazz). March 5, 3 p.m., Festival City Symphony presents From Russia with Love at Pabst Theater, 144 E. Wells. March 5, 4 p.m., Master Singers of Milwaukee presents 18th Century Vienna at St. Paul's Episcopal Church, conducted by Alexander Platt. Tickets and info 414-774-4300. March 5, 3 p.m., The UWM New Generation Concert Series, under the direction of Fine Arts Quartet cellist Wolfgang Laufer, presents a program of chamber music by Jewish composers. School of the Arts Recital Hall. Tickets, 414-229-4308. March 6, 7:30 p.m., MacDowell Club of Milwaukee Judith, an oratorio by S. Marion Verhaalen. A free program at Irish Cultural Center, 2133 W. Wisconsin Av. Info 353-8908. March 8, 12:10 p.m., Steinway Showcase at Bradford's 11520 W. North Av., Milwaukee. Presenting Wayne Taddey "Super Standards". Take a break from your busy schedule and enjoy a piano musical. Bring your lunch (they provide the coffee) and enjoy a relaxing respite. March 9, 7:30 p.m., Milwaukee Chamber Orchestra "Brooklyn to Berlin to Broadway." Songs and chamber music for the 100th anniversary of Aaron Copland and Kurt Weill. Wisconsin Lutheran College, info 414-443-8702. March 9, 7:30 p.m., Suburban Concert Band under direction of Henry Canitz will peform at Nathan Hale High School in Wauwatosa. Concerto for Horn No. 1 by Strauss and dozens of others. March 9-12 Tribute to Bix Fest XI Holiday Inn Express, 5125 Sixth Av., Kenosha. For reservation e-mail Bix Guy or for info phone 847-362-4016. March 11, 8 p.m., Karrin Allyson Quintet at Schwann Concert Hall, Wisconsin Lutheran College, 8815 W. Wisconsin Av., Milwaukee. Tickets $35 to $40. March 11 Riverport Chorus of Sweet Adelines International annual cabaret at Parkway Chateau, 12304 75th St., Kenosha. Singing, raffles, dancing and food. For ino call 262-859-2343. March 12, Richard Stoltzman Family Concert Artist Series at the Pabst Theater in Milwaukee will feature Richard Stoltzman, clarinet, his wife Lucy, violin, and children Peter, jazz piano, and Meggie, piano. March 12, 1:30 a.m., MacDowell Club of Janesville at 108 S. Jackson St., Janesville, presents Scholarship Winner's at Women's Club. For info e-mail Carol Fosshage or phone 608-756-5856. March 12, 3 p.m., Musica Spectra at Villa Terrace, program of Fantasies and Dances of the Baroque. 271-3656 or 332-7020. March 12, 3 p.m., UWM Piano Recital Series Schubert's Trout, Pro Arte Quartet at Recital Hall. Info 414-229-4308. March 15, 12:10 p.m., Steinway Showcase at Bradford's 11520 W. North Av., Milwaukee. Presenting Ron Martinson and Bob Siegel "piano and Bass Jazz". Take a break from your busy schedule and enjoy a piano musical. Bring your lunch (they provide the coffee) and enjoy a relaxing respite. March 17, 7 p.m., Chris Zello and Jayne Latva present a free Recital of Twentieth Century clarinet and bass clarinet works by Berg, Schoeck, Foster and Saint-Saens. At Cardinal Stritch University Auditorium. March 18, 8 p.m., Concord Chamber Orchestra of Wauwatosa presents Emerging Talent for the New Mellennium at St. Matthew's Ev. Lutheran Church, 1615 Wauwatosa Av., Wauwatosa. Info 414-281-6095. March 19, 2 p.m., Martin Luther High School Music Departnent will present its 27th Annual Band concert in the gymnasium. The Varsity Band will begin the program with "King Across the Water" by Bruce Fraser, "As Summer Was Just Beginning" a song for James Dean by Larry Daehn, and "Novena", a rhapsody for band by James Swearingen. Symphonic Band will take selections from their upcoming tour and will include "Fantasy on a Gaelic Hymnsong" by David Holsinger, "Shenandoah" by Frank Ticheli. The Brass Choir will play Variants on a Mighty Fortress". The Percussion Ensemble will perform "The Winding River" by Tom O'Connor. Jazz Lab charts include the "down and dirty" Da Blues Done Gotcha Again!" by Andy Clark, and the upbeat Caribbean chart "Barracuda Bay." The woodwind choirs will also perform an electric array of pieces ranging from Bach's "Fugue no. XXII" to "Black is the Color of My True Love's Hair." There is no admission charge, a free-will offering may be given. March 19, 3 p.m., Wisconsin Conservatory of Music Faculty Artist Concert Decade Series. 1971-1980. The Suite for Flute and Jazz Trio by Claude Bolling . featuring Carol Meves (flute), Michael Thiele (piano), Scott Wenzel (percussion), and John Babbitt (bass). March 19, 3 p.m., Civic Music Association in Alverno College's Alphonse Hall, 3401 S. 39th St., Milwaukee. Mezzo-soprano Amy Schneider and pianist David Moody. March 22, 12:10 p.m., Steinway Showcase at Bradford's 11520 W. North Av., Milwaukee. Presenting Matt Steubner "Piano Potpourri". Take a break from your busy schedule and enjoy a piano musical. Bring your lunch (they provide the coffee) and enjoy a relaxing respite. March 22 8 to 11 p.m., Janet Macklin Quartet at Milwaukee Ale House. March 24, 8 p.m., Pablo Mahave-Veglia, from Chile, will be performing at All Saints' Cathedral, 818 E. Juneau Av., Milwaukee. Tickets are available at the door for $10 and $8. This concert is in collaboration with Ensemble Musical Offering. It is a program of Bach solo suites and has only recently been added to the EMO schedule. March 24, 8 p.m., Spring Fling Swing Nouveau at American Serb Hall, 5101 W. Oklahoma Av., Milwaukee. Tickets $8.50 advance, $10 at door. March 25, 5 p.m., Early Music Now, Flanders Recorder Quartet, Armonia Di Flauti. Five centuries of Musical Passion. St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 914 E. Knapp St., Milwaukee. Phone 414-225-3113 for ticket info. March 25, 7:30 p.m., Capitol Chordsmen of Madison presents "It's a Great Day for the Irish!" at the Oregon High School Peforming Arts Center, N. Perry Prkwy. and E. Lincoln St. Featured Quartet: Checkmate. Info phone 608-223-9939. March 26, 2 p.m., MacDowell Club of Milwaukee free program at Broadway Theatre, 158 N. Broadway. A variety of music of Debussy, Brahms, Copland with piano, flute, clarinet and soprano. Info 353-8908. March 29, 12:10 p.m., Steinway Showcase at Bradford's 11520 W. North Av., Milwaukee. Presenting free program of Mariel Piano Duo, Elda Spitz and Helen Toussaint. Take a break from your busy schedule and enjoy a piano musical. Bring your lunch (they provide the coffee) and enjoy a relaxing respite. March 31, 7 p.m., New Berlin Community Band free program at Old Hickory Grove School, Sunnyslope and Cleveland, New Berlin. Nick Contorno directs lively music.
April, 2000April 1, 3 p.m., Music on KK Schubert's "Trout" with Drexler, Cook, Babbitt, Hackett and pianist Pat Kasperzak.April 2, 3 p.m., Wisconsin Conservatory of Music Faculty Artist Concert Decade Series. 1981-1990. Dave Bayles and other members of the percussion department will offer an exciting concert of music for the varied members of the percussion family. Program is cancelled... April 3, 7:30 p.m., MacDowell Club of Milwaukee free program at Broadway Theatre, 158 N. Broadway. Info 353-8908. April 5, 12:10 p.m., Steinway Showcase at Bradford's 11520 W. North Av., Milwaukee. Presenting Carolyn Wehner "Spring Fling". Take a break from your busy schedule and enjoy a piano musical. Bring your lunch (they provide the coffee) and enjoy a relaxing respite. April 6, 7:30 p.m., MCO "Key Ingredients" wind soloists with Stephanie Jacob, pianist. Info 414-443-8702. April 8, 7:30 p.m., MacDowell Music Club at Women's Club Gallery, 108 S. Jackson St., Janesville, presents Recital Series Sing From the Rooftops, Linda Mentink, soprano. Admission $6/$7. More info from Carol Fosshage. April 8, 7:30 p.m., Heritage Chorale at UWM a concert of African American music with Ella Washington at UWM School of the Arts Recital Hall, 2400 E. Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee. Free and open to the public. April 9, 3 p.m. Bach Babes present music of J.S. Bach and composers he influenced, including Mozart, Kreisler, C.P.E. Bach and PDQ Bach. at St. Christopher's Episcopal Church, 7845 N. River Rd. in River Hills. $15 donation, students free. April 9, 3 p.m., Cardinal Stritch University, Schroeder Auditorium, 6801 N. Yates Rd., Glendale, info 410-4349. Presenting Bart Wagner, Senior Jazz Recital. April 9, 3 p.m., American Legion Band Wisconsin Lutheran College, Fine Arts Auditorium, 8815 W. Wisconsin Av., Milwaukee. April 9, 3 p.m., Wisconsin Conservatory of Music Faculty Artist Concert Decade Series. 1991-2000: Music by area composers who teach on the Consevatory’s faculty will include songs by Sr. Marion Verhaalen with baritone Phillip Pearl and the Premiere Performance of Ronald Foster’s new work Contemplations for clarinetist Christopher Zello. Bryan Johanson’s cutting-edge piece Nero’s Flute, written for two electric guitars and marimba, will feature John Tamburello. April 9, 3 p.m., Fond du Lac Symphonic Band Pops Concert at Marian College Sadoff Auditorium. Adults $7.50 and children $5. April 9, 3 p.m., Fine Arts Quartet present Mollique qunitet with guest flutist Antony Reiss at UWM. April 12, 12:10 p.m., Steinway Showcase at Bradford's 11520 W. North Av., Milwaukee. Presenting Sam Teffke "Jazz". Take a break from your busy schedule and enjoy a piano musical. Bring your lunch (they provide the coffee) and enjoy a relaxing respite. April 13, 14 and 15, 7:30 p.m., 2000 Varsity Band Spring Concert at Kohl Center in Madison. PBS rebroadcast of this event is not like being there! Tickets from Jon Giffin are $10 Thursday and $12 Friday and Saturday. April 15, 11 a.m., Music Starts Here - International Musical Suppliers, 681 Graceland Av., Des Plaines, Illinois. Meet Mark Colby saxophonist in Chicagoland area, sought after clinician who has performed with Maynard Ferguson, Frank Sinatra, Jaco Pastorius. Currrently professor of saxophone at DePaul University. Master Class. Please call to reserve a seat 1-888-762-1116. April 15 is the deadline for applying for the MacDowell Club of Milwaukee Scholarship Competition. First place $500, 2nd $250, Youth $100. For application and further info contact: Jane Westin-Lorton, 9991 W. North Av., #301, Milwaukee 53226-2507 or phone 414-771-1392. April 15 Charles Allis Museum, Concert de Musique Baroque: Bach and the French Connection with Joan Parsley and chamber ensemble. April 14, 15, 7 p.m., Fond du Lac Jazz Festival, Lynne Jordan and the Shivers, Diane Schuur, All-Star Jazz Ensemble. Recreation Center, Fond du Lac County Fairgrounds. Info 920-921-5410. April 16, 3 p.m., Cardinal Stritch University, Schroeder Auditorium, 6801 N. Yates Rd., Glendale, info 410-4349. Presenting Marjorie Schoemann, Junior Recital. April 16, 3 p.m., Bach Choir of Milwaukee (with Orchestra) presents "Requiem II" featuring John Rutter's "Requiem" at Basilica of St. Josaphat, S. 6th St. and Lincoln Av., Milwaukee. Tickets $15, call 223-0572 for info. April 22, 1 p.m., Music Starts Here - International Musical Suppliers, 681 Graceland Av., Des Plaines, Illinois. Meet Eddie Daniels, preeminent jazz clarinetist of our times. Eddie has appeared on the Tonight Show, performed with every major orchestra in the U.S. and has received a Grammy award for his major recordings. Master Class. Please call to reserve a seat 1-888-762-1116. April 23 Happy Easter. April 25, 3 p.m., Festival City Symphony presents a free Pajama Jamboree Concert Kids Play for Kids at Marcus Center, 929 N. Water St. April 26-30, Association of Concert Bands 2000 Convention Hyatt Regency Hotel downtown Milwaukee hosted by Milwaukee Metropolitan Community Concert Band. Richard Mannisto for info. April 27, 8:45 p.m., Allouez Band performs at Hyatt Regency Convention Center, Milwaukee. April 29-30 Capital City Jazz Fest Dane County Expo Center, Madison. Bill Alfred's Classic Jazz Band, Hal Smith's Roadrunners, New Red Onion Jazz Babies and Salty Dogs. April 29 MacDowell Club of Milwaukee Scholarship Competition. First place $500, 2nd $250, Youth $100. For application and further info contact: Jane Westin-Lorton, 9991 W. North Av., #301, Milwaukee 53226-2507 or phone 414-771-1392. Application deadline April 15. April 29, 5 p.m., Early Music Now, Belladonna, Folias Festivas: Madness and Reverie 16th - 18th Century Music of Spain and Italy. St. Anthony's Church, 1711 S. 9th St., Milwaukee. Phone 414-225-3113 for ticket info. April 30, 3 p.m., Elizabeth and Richard private program of clarinet and piano, Robert Schumann's Three Fantasy Pieces, Brookfield.
May, 2000May 2, 7 p.m., Port Washington City Band meets at Middle School for first rehearsal of season.May 5 to 7, May 25 and 28, Auditions for Singers and Dancers, Instrumentalists and Technicians at University of Wisconsin-Madison, open to all students attending the 1999-2000 academic year. Info or phone 608-263-9499. May 6, 2 p.m., University Community Orchestra free concert at All Saints Church. May 6, 3 p.m., Music on KK 2686 S. Kinnickinnic Av., Milwaukee Best Student Recital, 414-744-8866. May 7 to 14, National Music Week May 7, 2 p.m., Milwaukee Concert Band Annual Spring Concert, Whitefish Bay High School, 1200 E. Fairmount. Tickets at door. May 7, 3 p.m., Cardinal Stritch University, Schroeder Auditorium, 6801 N. Yates Rd., Glendale, info 410-4349. Presenting Mari Regan, Senior Jazz Recital. May 7, 3 p.m., Concord Chamber Orchestra of Wauwatosa presents Bring Your Grandpa, Bring Your Grandma! at St. Matthew's Ev. Lutheran Church, 1615 Wauwatosa Av., Wauwatosa. Info 414-281-6095. May 7, 4 p.m., Master Singers of Milwaukee presents Brahm's Liebslieder Walzer at St. Paul's Episcopal Church, conducted by Alexander Platt. Tickets and info 414-774-4300. May 7, 7 p.m., Bel Canto Chorus, concert of Mozart's Requiem K626 and Vaughan Williams Dona Nobis Pacem at Elmbrook Church. 777 S. Barker Rd., Brookfield. Ticket info at 414-481-8801. May 11, 7:30 p.m., Cardinal Stritch University, Schroeder Auditorium, 6801 N. Yates Rd., Glendale, info 410-4349. Presenting Music Department Recital. May 12 and 13, 8 p.m., Milwaukee Chorister's Spring Concert: "You Shall Have a Song", the opening line of the final movement of “The Peaceable Kingdom” by American composer Randall Thompson. The 80-voice chorus will present the concert in Schwan Concert Hall of Wisconsin Lutheran College, 8815 W. Wisconsin Av. Advance tickets for the concert are $10 per person. They may be purchased from members of the chorus or by calling 355-8030. The cost for tickets purchased at the door will be $12. In addition to the 1935 Thompson work, which the Choristers will perform in its entirety, the group’s conductor, Dr. James B. Kinchen, Jr., has selected choral pieces that will demonstrate the Choristers’ ability to perform a wide variety of music. The program includes three movements from Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s “Vesperae solennes de confessore”; new arrangements by Moses Hogan of two familiar spirituals - “The Battle of Jericho” and “Elijah Rock”; a medley of tunes from the popular Lerner and Loewe musical, “My Fair Lady”; and American and Welsh folk tunes. More info from Robert J. Ruggieri or phone 355-6625 May 12, Children’s Chorus of Waukesha - made up of singers from five Waukesha area high schools - will perform (see Milwaukee Chorister's above). The Children’s Chorus is under the direction of Michelle Klotz. May 13, Chamber Singers from Nathan Hale High School of West Allis, will be featured (see Milwaukee Chorister's above). The group’s director is Jennifer Cisewski. The high school groups will perform on their own, and will join the Choristers for a closing number. The Choristers will be performing Randall Thompson’s “The Peaceable Kingdom,” plus selections by Mozart, spirituals, folk songs and a medley of tunes from Lerner & Loewe’s “My Fair Lady.” May 14, 7 p.m., Cardinal Stritch University, Theater, 6801 N. Yates Rd., Glendale, info 410-4349. Presenting Music Department Spring Concert. May 14, 3 p.m., Festival City Symphony presents French Fantasies at Pabst Theater, 144 E. Wells. Music for Families: Gershwin, Dukas, Ravel and Chabrier. Phone 414-963-9067 for info. May 17, 6:30 p.m., West Allis - West Milwaukee Schools Alumni Band Concerts at Madison. Mary Jirovic at 414-604-4400, ext. 2415 for more info. May 19, 7:30 p.m., Suburban Concert Band program directed by Henry Canitz at Nathan Hale High School, 11601 W. Lincoln Av., West Allis. May 19, 20, 21 Bunny Berigan Jazz Jubilee Fox Lake features River City Six, Beale Street Jazz, Mississippi Mudcats, 132nd Army Jazz Band and more. Info 877-BERIGAN. May 19, 7 p.m., Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church Hall has free Night Song Cafe program at 3722 South 58th St., Milwaukee. Looking for various nmusicians and singers to perform. Info Anne Wester at 414-545-4316. May 19 and 20, 7 p.m., Martin Luther High School Bands and Choirs Annual spring concert in the school's Worship/Fine Arts Center, 5201 S. 76 St., Milwaukee. Tickets at door or call 414-421-4000. May 20, 5:30 a.m., MacDowell Club of Janesville Season Finale for members andf spouses at Women's Club. For info call Carol Fosshage, 608-756-5856. May 20, 2 p.m., Menomonee Falls Symphony Orchestra Classical Concert at N. Jr. High School, Menomonee Falls featuring the winner of 1999 Young Artist Competition. Symphonie Nr. 3 by Mendelssohn, Fingal's Cave Overture by Mendelssohn, Symphonie Espangnole by Lalo and Schubert Mass. More information from Dolores Chrzan, 414-529-5402. May 20, 7:30 p.m., Cardinal Stritch University, Schroeder Auditorium, 6801 N. Yates Rd., Glendale, info 410-4349. Presenting Kay Belich, Faculty Recital. May 21, 3 p.m., Bach Choir of Milwaukee presents "Schubert and Schumann Festival" at United Methodist Church of Whitefish Bay, 819 E. Silver Spring Rd., Whitefish Bay. Tickets $11, call 223-0572 for info. May 22, 7:30 p.m., MacDowell Club of Milwaukee Caberet, a free program at Broadway Theatre, 158 N. Broadway. Info 353-8908. May 22, 8 p.m., Milwaukee Accordian Club presents Stas Venglevski and Mike Alongi at Root River Center, 7720 W. Rawson Av., Franklin. Phone Sandy Bednarek, 414-421-7577 for info. Tickets at door $3. May 22, 8 p.m., Pilgrim Chamber Players live program with Lisa Argiris, clarinet; Julie Schmidt, oboe; Carol Honigberg, piano and Julie Koidin, flute. Program on WFMT 98.7 FM from Illinois. May 22, 7:30 p.m., R. Carlos Nakai Quartet, a contemporary ethnic fusion jazz band, perform in the Oneida Casino Pavilion in Green Bay. R. Carlos Nakai (of Navajo and Ute Indian heritage) is inspired by and draws upon traditional native music, modern jazz, Cuban rhythms and other contemporary popular music genres. The haunting tones of Nakai's traditionally-tuned Native American cedar flutes are joined by emotionally expressive saxophones, keyboard variations, rich bass grooves and the polyrhythmic pulse of world percussion. Tickets $8.00 students and seniors, and $10.00 adults. Seating is by General Admission. Info: Oneida Nation Arts Program, Christine, toll free 1-800-920-497-5897 ext. 5016, or long distance call 920-497-5850 ext. 5016. May 23, 7 p.m., West Allis - West Milwaukee Schools Alumni Band Concerts at Jefferson. Mary Jirovic at 414-604-4400, ext. 2415 for more info. May 24, 6:30 p.m., West Allis - West Milwaukee Schools Alumni Band Concerts at Wilson. Mary Jirovic at 414-604-4400, ext. 2415 for more info.
June, 2000June 1, Wisconsin Conservatory of Music renovation and expansion complete and return to 1584 N. Prospect Av., Milwaukee.June 3 12 p.m. to 9 p.m., Mukwonapalooza Show fundraiser will be the biggest ever with two stages of live music in Field Park, Hwy 83 & NN. All profits go to the Kitchen Kupboard to help stock their shelves for the hungry. The community benefits and bands get a chance to play for a hometown crowd. Advance tickets are $5 at Kashmir Music, 200 S. Rochester (Hwy. 83) in Mukwonago. Credit card orders may be called in to 262-363-2900. Day of show tickets are $6 cash only or $5 cash and a canned food donation. June 7, 12:10 p.m., Free Casual Concert Bradford's Steinway Showcase, 11520 W. North Av., Milwaukee. Wayne Taddey, Potpourri. Take a break from your busy schedule and enjoy a musical noon hour. Bring your lunch, they provide coffee, and have a relaxing respite. Phone 414-777-3850 for more info. June 11, 2 p.m., Usepeh Slovenian Chorus, dedicated to preserving Slovenian music, announces its annual spring concert at St. Aloysius Church, 92nd and Greenfield Av. in West Allis. The concert will be followed by a reception in Gonzage Hall. Donations of $7 per person are requested at the door. June 11, 3 p.m., MacDowell Club of Milwaukee Scholarship Winners Recital (Thomas Weis, Jeremy Vegter, Erin York), a free program at Mount Mary College, Steimke Hall, 92nd and Burleigh, Milwaukee. Info 353-8908. June 13 Chuck Hedges Swingtet Benny Goodman Remembered, at Cabot Theater, 158 E. Broadway, Milwaukee. Tickets $12 to 18, phone 414-291-7800. June 13 to August 8 University Outreach UW Milwaukee, Beginning Guitar, 8 Tuesdays, John Nicholson, Instructor, $109. Call 414-227-3200. June 14, 12:10 p.m., Free Casual Concert Bradford's Steinway Showcase, 11520 W. North Av., Milwaukee. Carolyn Wehner, Broadway Piano and Vocals. Take a break from your busy schedule and enjoy a musical noon hour. Bring your lunch, they provide coffee, and have a relaxing respite. Phone 414-777-3850 for more info. June 15 to August 17 from 7 to 9:30 p.m., University Community Orchestra, the community symphonic musical ensemble, invites advanced beginners or skilled amateurs to join the orchestra and share pleasant musical evenings. It is open to anyone, without audition, who enjoys playing selections from the classical repertoire. Rehearsals are held weekly at UWM, under the direction of Jamin Hoffinan, Resident Conductor of the Milwaukee Ballet. If you play a string, woodwind, brass, or percussion instrument, you are welcome to enroll. Ten Thursdays (Concert, August 20) at UWM, Fine Arts Music Bldg, Rm. 180. Fee: $59, phone 414-229-4177 and ask for program No.8111-4001. June 21, 12:10 p.m., Free Casual Concert Bradford's Steinway Showcase, 11520 W. North Av., Milwaukee. Tyler Beatty, Jazz from a 14 year old. Take a break from your busy schedule and enjoy a musical noon hour. Bring your lunch, they provide coffee, and have a relaxing respite. Phone 414-777-3850 for more info. June 22 to July 27 Milwaukee Recreation Division Beginner's Guitar, Hamilton High School in Milwaukee, Bring along your own guitar, $14. Info 414-277-4700. June 22 to July 27 Milwaukee Recreation Division Advanced Beginner's Guitar, Hamilton High School in Milwaukee. Bring along your own guitar, $14. Info 414-277-4700. June 22, 7 p.m., New Berlin Community Band free concert at Malone Park in New Berlin. June 23 from 7 to 11 p.m., Bob Kruse and Big Band Express at Indian Crossing Casino near Waupaca. Info 800-838-3378. June 25, 6:30 p.m., Harps Unlimited recital of a dozen harps at Rose Festival, Whitnall Park. Jeanne Henderson, 462-1809 more for info. June 25 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Piano Arts National Concerto Competition Contestants speak about music and perform in day-long competition, Helen Bader Recital Hall, Wisconsin Conservatory of Music, 1584 N. Prospect Av. Free Admision. June 26 from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Piano Arts Orchestra Workshop by Milwaukee Symphony Associate Conductor Andrew Sill, contestants and chamber musicians. Schwan Hall, Wisconsin Lutheran College, 8815 W. Wisconsin Av., Milwaukee. Admission $12. June 26, 7:30 p.m., Piano Arts Finalists Wilanmna Kalkhof and Stefanie Jacob perform Motzart's Concerto for Two Pianos with MCO and Music Director Stephen Colburn. Schwan Hall, Wisconsin Lutheran College, 8815 W. Wisconsin Av. Admission $12, Day Pass $15. June 28, 12:10 p.m., Free Casual Concert Bradford's Steinway Showcase, 11520 W. North Av., Milwaukee. Matt Stuebner, Potpourri. Take a break from your busy schedule and enjoy a musical noon hour. Bring your lunch, they provide coffee, and have a relaxing respite. Phone 414-777-3850 for more info. June 29-July 9 Summerfest, Maier Festival Park.
July, 2000July 1, 7 p.m., 4th of July Concert featuring 1812 Overture and as farewell for Dennis Janzer who is relocating to Florida for music minister job opportunity. Irish Cultural and Heritage Center. Grand Avenue Church, 2133 W. Wisconsin Av., Milwaukee.
July 4, 8:45 a.m., South Milwaukee Municipal Band at Oak Creek American Legion Post 434 Legion Area, music followed by parade. July 4, 9 a.m., Parade featuring Regimental Volunteer Band of Wisconsin. Fourth of July celebration at Kondel Park, 5151 W. Layton Av., Greenfield. July 12, 12:10 p.m., Free Casual Concert Bradford's Steinway Showcase, 11520 W. North Av., Milwaukee. Mariel Piano Duo and Quartet. Take a break from your busy schedule and enjoy a musical noon hour. Bring your lunch, they provide coffee, and have a relaxing respite. Phone 414-777-3850 for more info. July 1, 12 p.m. MacDowell Music Club Janesville Main Street Entertainment Series, Lower Courthouse Park. Carol Fosshage, 756-5856. July 13-16 Bastille Days, Cathedral Square Park. July 14-16 South Shore Frolics, 2900 S. Shore Drive. July 16 Great Circus Parade, Downtown Milwaukee. July 19, 12:10 p.m., Free Casual Concert Bradford's Steinway Showcase, 11520 W. North Av., Milwaukee. Mark Davis, Jazz. Take a break from your busy schedule and enjoy a musical noon hour. Bring your lunch, they provide coffee, and have a relaxing respite. Phone 414-777-3850 for more info. July 20, 6:30 p.m., Lighthouse Brigade Senior and Junior Band free Ice Cream Social and Band Concert at Racine Zoo Amphitheater. Info Kathy Born 554-0050. July 20-23 Festa Italiana, Maier Festival Park July 23, 7:30 p.m., Racine Concert Band free concert at Racine Zoo Amphitheater. Bring a lawn chair or a blanket. July 23, 8:30 p.m., UJL Two Hour Jazz Boat Cruise on the Iroquois on the river at the Clybourn Street Bridge in Milwaukee, with Joey Cross. Ticket info 414-797-2845 July 26, 12:10 p.m., Free Casual Concert Bradford's Steinway Showcase, 11520 W. North Av., Milwaukee. Julie Cucunato and Students. Take a break from your busy schedule and enjoy a musical noon hour. Bring your lunch, they provide coffee, and have a relaxing respite. Phone 414-777-3850 for more info. July 28-30 German Fest, Maier Festival Park. July 30, 7:30 p.m., Racine Concert Band free concert at Racine Zoo Amphitheater. Bring a lawn chair or a blanket.
August, 2000August 2, 12:10 p.m., Free Casual Concert Bradford's Steinway Showcase, 11520 W. North Av., Milwaukee. Sam Steffke, Music from his new CD. Take a break from your busy schedule and enjoy a musical noon hour. Bring your lunch, they provide coffee, and have a relaxing respite. Phone 414-777-3850 for more info.August 3-13 Wisconsin State fair, State Fair Park. August 4-6 African World Festival, Maier Festival Park. August 5, 7 p.m., Racine Concert Band free Venetiain concert at Racine Zoo Amphitheater. Bring a lawn chair or a blanket. August 6, 7:30 p.m., Racine Concert Band free concert at Racine Zoo Amphitheater. Bring a lawn chair or a blanket. August 8, 8 p.m., Festival City Symphony, in conjunction with Ballet Wisconsin, presents free program "Christmas in August" at Humboldt Park bandshell at 3000 S. Howell Av. in Milwaukee. August 9, 12:10 p.m., Free Casual Concert Bradford's Steinway Showcase, 11520 W. North Av., Milwaukee. Grant Malme, Standards. Take a break from your busy schedule and enjoy a musical noon hour. Bring your lunch, they provide coffee, and have a relaxing respite. Phone 414-777-3850 for more info. August 10-13, Great River Jazz Fest by the La Crosse Area Jazz Society, over a dozen bands, info 608-788-5775. August 13, 12 p.m. to 5 p.m., Children's Fine Arts Festival. Music, theater and dance. Wutsum Museum, 2519 Northwestern Av., Racine. Free admission, family fun , rain or shine. Info 262-636-9177. August 13, 2 p.m., Racine Concert Band free concert at Racine Zoo Amphitheater. Bring a lawn chair or a blanket. August 16, 12:10 p.m., Free Casual Concert Bradford's Steinway Showcase, 11520 W. North Av., Milwaukee. Tyler Brusubardis, Jazz Standards. Take a break from your busy schedule and enjoy a musical noon hour. Bring your lunch, they provide coffee, and have a relaxing respite. Phone 414-777-3850 for more info. August 17-20, Irish Fest, Maier Festival Park. August 20, 4:30 p.m., UJL Two Hour Jazz Boat Cruise on the Iroquois on the river at the Clybourn Street Bridge in Milwaukee, with Pete Wood's Mississippi Mudcats. Ticket info 414-797-2845. August 21, 7:30 p.m., Hardanger Fiddle Association on WORT 89.9 FM, a concert broadcast from Trinity Lutheran Church, 1904 Winnebago Street, Madison, featuring Vidar Lande and Håkon Høgemo on hardanger fiddle ($12 suggested donation at the door).
August 21-23 Choral Arts Society (formerly Racine Symphonic Chorus, open auditions of vocalization, range check, sight-reading and a prepared piece of music of your choice. St. Luke's Episcopal Church, 614 Main St. Char Osenga 262-634-7669 for info. August 21, 7 p.m., Milwaukee Singers rehearsals begin at Hamilton High School. Phone 414-212-3100 to reigster for $25. Info Jan Doleschal at 414-475-8219. August 23, 12:10 p.m., Free Casual Concert Bradford's Steinway Showcase, 11520 W. North Av., Milwaukee. Ernie Brusubardis, 14 Year old Jazz Standards. Take a break from your busy schedule and enjoy a musical noon hour. Bring your lunch, they provide coffee, and have a relaxing respite. Phone 414-777-3850 for more info. August 25-27 Mexican Fiesta, Maier Festival Park. August 28 Allouez Village Band first rehearsal. Need musicians - clarinet, bassoon, drummer, etc. Info. August 28, 9 a.m., Harmonica Club begins rehearsals at Fifty-five Plus Center, Milwaukee. Phone 414-647-6040 to register for free. Perform if you wish, instruction not provided. August 29 Contare Chorale resumes rehearsals for the Fall season. August 30, 12:10 p.m., Free Casual Concert Bradford's Steinway Showcase, 11520 W. North Av., Milwaukee. Perry Petta, Jazz. Take a break from your busy schedule and enjoy a musical noon hour. Bring your lunch, they provide coffee, and have a relaxing respite. Phone 414-777-3850 for more info. August 30, 6:30 p.m., The Milwaukee Choristers will hold auditions for new members at Wauwatosa Avenue United Methodist Church, 1529 Wauwatosa Av., where the 80-voice chorus holds its rehearsals. Dr. James B. Kinchen, Jr., Sturtevant, director of choral activities at the University of Wisconsin-Parkside, has been conductor of the Choristers since 1993. He will conduct the private auditions and advises that no prepared material is necessary and no appointment is required. A potential member must be a high school graduate or at least 18 years old. Singers accepted will join the Choristers in weekly rehearsals, from 7:15 p.m. to 9:45 p.m., beginning on September 6th, for their annual Christmas Concert. That concert will be presented on Friday and Saturday, December 8th and 9th, at St. Monica Church in Whitefish Bay. For further information, phone 414-355-8030.
September, 2000September 1 the Wisconsin Musical Groups web site celebrates two years of serving musicians and singers in Wisconsin. Let us know what you think.September 8 deadline for Metropolitan Opera Auditions. The National Council of the Metropolitan Opera announces its Forty-Seventh Annual Auditions, and cordially invites qualified singers between the ages of 19 (20 for men) and 33 (through July 31, 2001) to participate. Rules and application forms may be obtained from Patricia Crump, District Director, 1245 Valley Ridge Dr., Brookfleld, WI 53005. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted. Singers should note the new rules for National Semi-Finalists and Finalists. The Eastern Wisconsin District Auditions will be held on October 21 at Carroll College in Waukesha. Last year prize money totaling $14,250 was awarded. Two or three co-winners will be chosen to represent the District at the Upper Midwest Regional Auditions in St Paul, Minnesota, on February 6, 2001. The first place winner will receive Regional prize money, and go to New York City early to prepare arias under the Metropolitan's artistic staff before auditioning in the Semi-finals on March 25. September 8-10 Indian Summer Festival, Maier Festival Park. September 10, 3 p.m. (new starting time) MacDowell Club of Milwaukee free program at Broadway Theatre Center, Barbara Brown-Lee of the Milwaukee Art Center will give a slide-illustrated lecture on the new Art Museum addition. Also, Milton Peckarsky, pianist and Paul Gmeinder, cellist will perform movement of concerto by John Downey. September 13, 12:10 p.m., Free Casual Concert Bradford's Steinway Showcase, 11520 W. North Av., Milwaukee. Mary Kamps, Jazz. Take a break from your busy schedule and enjoy a musical noon hour. Bring your lunch, they provide coffee, and have a relaxing respite. Phone 414-777-3850 for more info. September 13, 7 p.m., Milwaukee Municipal Ochestra begins rehearsals at Marshall High School. Phone 414-212-3100 to register for $25. September 13, 7 p.m., Golden Eagle Concert Band begins rehearsals at Fifty-five Plus Center, Milwaukee. Phone 414-647-6040 to register for free. September 13, 7 p.m., Festival City Symphony presents a free Pajama Jamboree at Marcus Center, Peter and the Wolf. Info call 414-963-9067. September 15, 16, 21, 23, 28 and 30, 8 p.m. and September 17, 24 and October 1, 2:30 p.m., Music on KK The Jeweler's Shop by Karol Wojtyla. At 2685 S. Kinnickinnic Av., Milwaukee. Info Joyce Parker at 414-744-8866. September 16, 9:30 a.m., MacDowell Music Club (of Janesville) program at Women's Club - Get Acquainted Brunch, piano duets of George Gutmann and Susan Peterson. Info from Carol Fosshage. September 16, 3 p.m., Music on KK free program Marilyn Powers, piano. At 2685 S. Kinnickinnic Av., Milwaukee. Info Joyce Parker at 414-744-8866. September 17, 3 p.m., Civic Music Association Artist & Ensemble Recital - The Dorothea Trio Recital Hall - Wisconsin Conservatory of Music. Admission $5/$3. Info from Diana David at 414-483-3223. September 18, 7:30 p.m., Allouez Village Band presents free program at Downtown Green Bay Library Auditorium titled Broadway Show Theme "Another Op'nin-Another Show. Info. September 20, 12:10 p.m., Free Casual Concert Bradford's Steinway Showcase, 11520 W. North Av., Milwaukee. Mark Davis, Jazz. Take a break from your busy schedule and enjoy a musical noon hour. Bring your lunch, they provide coffee, and have a relaxing respite. Phone 414-777-3850 for more info. September 23, 3 p.m., Music on KK free program Gail Beyer's Ten Tones Big Band. At 2685 S. Kinnickinnic Av., Milwaukee. Info Joyce Parker at 414-744-8866. September 27, 12:10 p.m., Free Casual Concert Bradford's Steinway Showcase, 11520 W. North Av., Milwaukee. Molly Preston, Piano Potpourri. Take a break from your busy schedule and enjoy a musical noon hour. Bring your lunch, they provide coffee, and have a relaxing respite. Phone 414-777-3850 for more info.
September 26 The Arist Series at the Pabst The Eroitca Trio. September 30, 10 a.m., UW Stevens Point Alumni Marching Band 2000 Homecoming Parade. Begins on Isadore Street and winds through campus to Goerke Park. Also campus organization and residence hall floats and community entries. September 30, 3 p.m., Music on KK free program Linda Shutler, mezzo, Susan Platt, soprano - The Splendor of Song. At 2685 S. Kinnickinnic Av., Milwaukee. Info Joyce Parker at 414-744-8866.
October, 2000October 2, 7:30 p.m., MacDowell Club of Milwaukee Wallace Cheatham, piano, presents free program at Broadway Theatre Center, 158 N. Broadway, Milwaukee.October 4, 6:30 p.m., Beginner's Guitar classes begin at Hamilton High School. Phone 414-212-3100 to register for $18. October 4, 7:45 p.m., Advanced Beginner's Guitar classes begin at Hamilton High School. Please bring you own guitar. Phone 414-212-3100 to register for $18. October 7, 3 p.m., Music on KK free program Gary Alan, piano. At 2685 S. Kinnickinnic Av., Milwaukee. Info Joyce Parker at 414-744-8866. October 8, 3 p.m., Civic Music Association Artist & Ensemble Recital - Tanya Kruse, soprano. Recital Hall - Wisconsin Conservatory of Music. Admission $5/$3. Info from Diana David at 414-483-3223. October 11, 12:10 p.m., Free Casual Concert Bradford's Steinway Showcase, 11520 W. North Av., Milwaukee. Michael Thiele, Piano Classics. Take a break from your busy schedule and enjoy a musical noon hour. Bring your lunch, they provide coffee, and have a relaxing respite. Phone 414-777-3850 for more info. October 13 through 31, call 414-744-8866 for performance dates and times, Music on KK Temple of Terror. At 2685 S. Kinnickinnic Av., Milwaukee. Info Joyce Parker at 414-744-8866. October 14, 3 p.m., Music on KK free program Turnandot, Florentine Opera Insight. At 2685 S. Kinnickinnic Av., Milwaukee. Info Joyce Parker at 414-744-8866. October 14, 8 p.m., Concord Chamber Orchestra presents The Sensational Stas at St. Matthew's Ev. Lutheran Church, 1615 Wauwatosa Av., Wauwatosa. Info call 414-281-6095. October 15, 3 p.m., Festival City Symphony presents From America, Dvorak's Carnival Overture and New World Symphony and William Schuman's New England Triptych. Info call 414-963-9067. October 17 The Arist Series at the Pabst Leila Josefowicz, violin. October 18, 12:10 p.m., Free Casual Concert Bradford's Steinway Showcase, 11520 W. North Av., Milwaukee. Piano Quartet, Elda Spitz, Helen Toussanit, Audrey Barr and Rosemary Selep. Take a break from your busy schedule and enjoy a musical noon hour. Bring your lunch, they provide coffee, and have a relaxing respite. Phone 414-777-3850 for more info. October 21, 3 p.m., Music on KK free program John Babbitt, bass. At 2685 S. Kinnickinnic Av., Milwaukee. Info Joyce Parker at 414-744-8866. October 21, 7:30 p.m., Milwaukee Choral Artists presents Global Connections: East Meets West at St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 915 East Knapp St., Milwaukee. Enjoy the beautiful and intriguing sounds of folk and classical music from Bulgaria, Hungary and Romania. We will be your guide as East meets West when Oriental sounds are contrasted with the Occidental sounds of birthday boy Aaron Copland (1900-1990), whose American folk songs will be performed. October 21, 7:30 p.m., Moraine Symphony Orchestra Season Opener at Washington County Fair Pavilion. Featuring special guest Samantha George, Glazunov Violin Concerto, Roman Carnival Overture and New World Symphony. Questions or 262-334-3469. October 25, 12:10 p.m., Free Casual Concert Bradford's Steinway Showcase, 11520 W. North Av., Milwaukee. Matt Stuebner, Classics, Pops and Sing-a-Long. Take a break from your busy schedule and enjoy a musical noon hour. Bring your lunch, they provide coffee, and have a relaxing respite. Phone 414-777-3850 for more info. October 28, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., MacDowell Music Club (of Janesville) at Women's Club - District Convention meeting, Junior Festival Winners in afternoon. Info from Carol Fosshage. October 28, 3 p.m., Music on KK free program viola duets with Dottie Diggs and Jonathan Brodie. At 2685 S. Kinnickinnic Av., Milwaukee. Info Joyce Parker at 414-744-8866.
November, 2000November 1, 12:10 p.m., Free Casual Concert Bradford's Steinway Showcase, 11520 W. North Av., Milwaukee. Sam Steffke, This is My Real Job. Take a break from your busy schedule and enjoy a musical noon hour. Bring your lunch, they provide coffee, and have a relaxing respite. Phone 414-777-3850 for more info.November 4, 2 p.m., Menomonee Falls Symphony Orchestra A Classique Review. Come and experience a symphony orchestra for the first time! Are you a classical skeptic? Designed this event just for you. Examples, explanations and demonstrations wil be the hallmarks of this informal concert. At Menomonee Falls North Junior High School, Garfield at Appleton Av. Also 1st place wiiner of Young Artist Competition, Jeanette Jang. Tickets, adults $12, children $10, call 414-297-9619. November 4, 3 p.m., Music on KK, 2685 S. Kinnickinnic Av., Bay View. Joyce Parker Productions presents a free program Barcel Suzuki String Academy. Info at 414-744-8866. November 5 from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Wisconsin Conservatory of Music Free admission for an open house with student and alumni performances at 1584 N. Prospect Av., Milwaukee, info 414-276-5760. November 5, 7:30 p.m., MacDowell Club of Milwaukee Marilyn Minor, soprano, JoAnn Haasler, violin and Laura Eiche, piano. A free program featuring the works of Schumann and Ross Lee Finney at Broadway Theatre Center, 158 N. Broadway, Milwaukee. Free street parking nearby. November 5 The Arist Series at the Pabst Zukerman and Friends. November 8, 12:10 p.m., Free Casual Concert Bradford's Steinway Showcase, 11520 W. North Av., Milwaukee. Perry Petta, Jazz. Take a break from your busy schedule and enjoy a musical noon hour. Bring your lunch, they provide coffee, and have a relaxing respite. Phone 414-777-3850 for more info. November 10, 7 p.m., New Berlin Jazz Players, free jazz program and free parking at Hickory Grove School, Sunny Slope and Cleveland in New Berlin. November 11, 3 p.m., Music on KK, 2685 S. Kinnickinnic Av., Bay View. Joyce Parker Productions presents a free program Doug Halse, piano. Info at 414-744-8866. November 12, 3 p.m., Civic Music Association Artist & Ensemble Recital - Cyrus Beroukhim, violin. The Piano Gallery. Admission $5/$3. Info from Diana David at 414-483-3223. November 12, 3 p.m., Wisconsin Conservatory of Music presents: Chamber music was made for small venues like this! Members of our string department faculty join forces to present the inaugural concert of the season. Featured is a performance of Dvorák's venturesome Quintet in E flat Major for two violins, viola, cello, and bass. November 15, 12:10 p.m., Free Casual Concert Bradford's Steinway Showcase, 11520 W. North Av., Milwaukee. Carolyn Wehner, Standards. Take a break from your busy schedule and enjoy a musical noon hour. Bring your lunch, they provide coffee, and have a relaxing respite. Phone 414-777-3850 for more info. November 17 and 18 Wisconsin Lutheran Series Jacques Thibaud String Trio at 8815 W. Wisconsin Av., Milwaukee. Info 414-443-8802. November 17, 6:30 p.m., Alluoez Village Band will perform for Green Bay Peace Tree Lighting Ceremony outside Fort Howard Square, free. November 18, 3 p.m., Music on KK, 2685 S. Kinnickinnic Av., Bay View. Joyce Parker Productions presents a free program Karl Nilson and Danny O'Toole vintage accordion and banjo. Info at 414-744-8866. November 18, 7:30 a.m., MacDowell Music Club (of Janesville) Organ Recital, First Congregational Church of Christ. Info from Carol Fosshage. November 18, 7:30 p.m., Milwaukee Choral Artists and Present Music at First Congregational Church in Madison. November 19, 2 p.m., University Community Orchestra Free concert at the All Saints Cathedral. Chris Zello playing Artie Shaw Clarinet Concerto and a new arrangement by Milwaukee composer, Dan Lawitts, entitled Benny Goodman Medley. The Medley consists of Sing, sing, sing, String of Pearls, Stardust and Stompin' at the Savoy. November 19, 3 p.m., Knightwind Ensemble concert at Vogel Hall, Marcus Center for the Performing Arts. Tickets phone 414-546-1923. BATTER - UP! Be a part of the fun as the Knightwind Ensemble salutes the Milwaukee Brewers. Baseball will be the theme as the ensemble performs an exciting new work entitled “Pastime”, and dedicates the performance to the Brewers and their opening season in Miller Park. A representative of the Milwaukee Brewers will be on hand to introduce the piece and explain references to baseball history that are contained in the music. The concert, under the direction of conductor John H. Steinke. Advance tickets to the Knightwind Ensemble’s salute to the Milwaukee Brewers are only $5.00 each and are available through mail order. Send a self-addressed stamped envelope with your order to: Knightwind Ensemble - Tickets P.O. Box 340852 Milwaukee 53234. Join the Knightwind Ensemble and the Milwaukee Brewers on November 19th, and be a part of this salute to the opening of Miller Park and the 2001 season! Tickets at the door are available for $7.00 each. November 19, 3 p.m., Wisconsin Conservatory of Music presents: Always a popular pairing, horn player Ellie Jenkins and pianist Michael Thiele present works by Alec Wilder and Paul Hindemith. Lennox Berkeley's Mozartian Trio for Violin, Horn, and Piano rounds out this diverse program. November 19, 7:30 p.m., Milwaukee Choral Artists and Present Music at St. John's Cathedral, Milwaukee. November 20, 7:30 p.m., Allouez Village Band will perform at Downtown Green Bay Library Auditorium, free concert. Theme is a spotlight on veterans "Honor-Duty-Country". November 21, 7 p.m., Vintage Swing Choir performance at Pickard at the high school auditorium. Info. November 25, 1 p.m., Civic Music Association Annual Harold A. Levin Competition. Recital Hall - Wisconsin Conservatory of Music. Admission $5/$3. Info from Diana David at 414-483-3223. November 25, 3 p.m., Music on KK, 2685 S. Kinnickinnic Av., Bay View. Joyce Parker Productions presents a free Special Thanksgiving Program. Info at 414-744-8866. November 29, 12:10 p.m., Free Casual Concert Bradford's Steinway Showcase, 11520 W. North Av., Milwaukee. Elda Spitz and Helen Toussaint, Mariel Piano Duo. Take a break from your busy schedule and enjoy a musical noon hour. Bring your lunch, they provide coffee, and have a relaxing respite. Phone 414-777-3850 for more info. November 29, 7 p.m., Festival City Symphony presents a free Pajama Jamboree at Marcus Center, Holiday Concert. Info call 414-963-9067.
December, 2000December 2, 3 p.m., Music on KK, 2685 S. Kinnickinnic Av., Bay View. Joyce Parker Productions presents a free program Chris Straw and Company. Info at 414-744-8866.December 2, 8 p.m., Music on KK, 2685 S. Kinnickinnic Av., Bay View. Joyce Parker Productions presents a #10 program Stas Venglevski, Bayan and accordion. Info at 414-744-8866. December 3, 2 p.m., Menomonee Falls Symphony Orchestra The famous Messiah Sing-a-long, at Irish Cultural Heritage Center, 2133 W. Wisconsin Av., Milwaukee. Christine Thomas, soprano; Everett McKinney, tenor; Katherine Pracht, mezzo; James Sampson, bass/baritone; Michael Batcho, organ/harpsichord. Free will offering. See you there. December 3, 1 p.m., Moraine Symphony Orchestra Christmas Concert at West Bend High School. The Nutcracker Ballet. Questions or 262-334-3469. December 3, 3 p.m., Wisconsin Conservatory of Music presents: Escape the chill of December with a musical journey to sunny Spain! Master flamenco guitarist Peter Baime and a guest dancer will thrill with a program of skillful playing and fiery rhythms. December 6, 12:10 p.m., Free Casual Concert Bradford's Steinway Showcase, 11520 W. North Av., Milwaukee. Ernie Brusubardis, Holiday Jazz. Take a break from your busy schedule and enjoy a musical noon hour. Bring your lunch, they provide coffee, and have a relaxing respite. Phone 414-777-3850 for more info. December 7, 7:30 p.m., Suburban Concert Band will be at South Ridge Mall, Greendale, playing program of Christmas tunes. December 8, 3 p.m., Menomonee Falls Symphony Orchestra performs Messiah on Milwaukee Cable Station 14. December 8 and 9, 8 p.m. Milwaukee Choristers "He Is Born!” is the theme of this year’s Christmas Concert. The 80-voice chorus will present the concert at St. Monica Church, 5601 N. Santa Monica Blvd., Whitefish Bay. Advance tickets for the concert are available at $10 per person. The cost for individual tickets purchased at the door will be $12. Other options include a family ticket, which admits parents and all their minor children, for $25; and a senior or student ticket for $8. Advance individual tickets may be purchased from members of the chorus or by calling 414-355-8030. Dr. James B. Kinchen, Jr., a member of the music faculty at the University of Wisconsin-Parkside and the Choristers’ conductor since 1993, has programmed a wide variety of musical styles for the concert. Included are two of Francis Poulenc’s four Christmas motets; Herbert Howells’ arrangement of the 14th century carol, “A Spotless Rose;” a Brazilian folk song arranged by George L. Mabry; “O Nata Lux,” a 1997 work by Morten Lauridsen, composer-in-residence of the Los Angeles Master Chorale; David Mennicke’s new arrangement of “Patapan;” three selections written for the hit movie, “Home Alone,” with music by John Willians and lyrics by Leslie Bricusse; and Craig Courtney’s tongue-in-cheek work, “A Musicological Journey Through the Twelve Days of Christmas.” In all, Kinchen has programmed 16 selections. The entire program is posted on the Choristers’ web site. A free reception for all concertgoers will follow the concert. December 9, 3 p.m., Music on KK, 2685 S. Kinnickinnic Av., Bay View. Joyce Parker Productions presents a free program Iberian Spanish Dance Company. Info at 414-744-8866. December 9, 4 p.m., Milwaukee Concert Band free program at Southridge stage in Greendale. December 9, 7 p.m., Festival City Brass free program at Southridge stage in Greendale. December 9, 8 p.m., Concord Chamber Orchestra presents Christmas With Children at the Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist, 802 N. Jackson St., Milwaukee. Info call 414-281-6095. December 10, 10 a.m., 84th Division Band free program at Southridge stage in Greendale. December 10, 2 p.m., Milwaukee Metropolitan Community Concert Band free program at Southridge stage in Greendale. December 10, 4 p.m., Marimba Duo free program at Southridge stage in Greendale. December 10, 6 p.m., Menomonee Falls Symphony Orchestra performs Messiah on Milwaukee Cable Station 14. December 10, 3 p.m., Wisconsin Conservatory of Music presents: For decades, the Wisconsin Conservatory of Music has been reputed as "the source" for high quality guitar instruction in all styles. This concert will provide a sampling of the many facets of the Conservatory's superb guitar faculty. December 12, 7 p.m., Early Music Now presents The Tallis Scholars at Saint Josaphat Basilica, 2333 S. Sixth St., Milwaukee. Directed by Peter Phillips. Info 414-225-3113. December 13, 12:10 p.m., Free Casual Concert Bradford's Steinway Showcase, 11520 W. North Av., Milwaukee. Tyler Beattie, 14 year old Jazz Artist. Take a break from your busy schedule and enjoy a musical noon hour. Bring your lunch, they provide coffee, and have a relaxing respite. Phone 414-777-3850 for more info. December 14, 9:30 a.m., MacDowell Music Club (of Janesville) at Women's Club - Christmas Potpourri, Womens Club's At Random program. Info from Carol Fosshage. December 15, 3 p.m., Menomonee Falls Symphony Orchestra performs Messiah on Milwaukee Cable Station 14. December 16 from 3 p.m., Music on KK, 2685 S. Kinnickinnic Av., Bay View. Joyce Parker Productions presents a free program Jane Ciske ansd Friends, piano. Info at 414-744-8866. December 17, 1 p.m. Civic Music Association 20th Annual Christmas Flute-In. Mitchell Park Domes. Free Admission to Flutists. Info from Diana David at 414-483-3223. December 17, 2 p.m., Wisconsin Ameritech Chorus has a new director, Bonnie Jean Barczak. Our accompanist is Peggy Lozier. We will be doing a public performance First Lutheran Church, ticket price is $5.00 We will also be singing at four retirement homes. For info contact Pat Hartz. December 17, 6 p.m., Menomonee Falls Symphony Orchestra performs Messiah on Milwaukee Cable Station 14. December 18, 7:30 p.m., Allouez Village Band will perform at Downtown Green Bay Library Auditorium "Happy Holidays". December 20, 12:10 p.m., Free Casual Concert Bradford's Steinway Showcase, 11520 W. North Av., Milwaukee. Mark Davis, Jazz for the Holidays. Take a break from your busy schedule and enjoy a musical noon hour. Bring your lunch, they provide coffee, and have a relaxing respite. Phone 414-777-3850 for more info. December 21, 3 p.m., Music on KK, 2685 S. Kinnickinnic Av., Bay View. Joyce Parker Productions presents a $10 program Fa, la, la, la, la, la!. Info at 414-744-8866. December 22, 3 p.m., Menomonee Falls Symphony Orchestra performs Messiah on Milwaukee Cable Station 14. December 22, 7:30 p.m., Suburban Concert Band will present program at Nathan Hale High School, West Allis. Call 414-764-0929 for tickets and info. December 24, 6 p.m., Menomonee Falls Symphony Orchestra performs Messiah on Milwaukee Cable Station 14. December 29, 3 p.m., Menomonee Falls Symphony Orchestra performs Messiah on Milwaukee Cable Station 14. December 30, 3 p.m., Music on KK, 2685 S. Kinnickinnic Av., Bay View. Joyce Parker Productions presents a free program The Test of Time. Info at 414-744-8866. December 31, 6 p.m., Menomonee Falls Symphony Orchestra performs Messiah on Milwaukee Cable Station 14. |
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