Sound Bites with Tanya Gabrielian
"Sound Bites"
Sound Bites is a harmonious fusion of the culinary, oenophile, and musical worlds. Artistic Director Tanya Gabrielian leads the musicians of the MELERensemble in collaboration with Slater Run Vineyards, and Nomad Provisions, creating a curated collaboration weaving together themed selections of food, wine, and music, creating a unified presentation that captivates and delights every facet of your being. Join us in this sensory journey where every element is thoughtfully connected, ensuring an immersive experience for all. We look forward to welcoming you at one of our events!
Food and wine pairings at 4 PM
Concert at 5 PM
Ticket: $35 for adults food/wine/concert
Students $15 - Those Under 18 Years of Age Free
Season Tickets: $120 for four events
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September 22, 2024
Enchantment
Frank Bridge: Phantasy for Piano Quartet
Claude Debussy: Cello Sonata
Antonin Dvorak: Dumky Trio
Emilie-Anne Gendron, violin
Ryo Usami, viola
Michael Kaufman, cello
Tanya Gabrielian, piano
Immerse yourself in the spellbinding allure of 'Enchantment,' a concert that traverses the realms of emotion and imagination. From the evocative strains of Frank Bridge's Phantasy to the dreamlike landscapes of Debussy's Cello Sonata and the folk-infused magic of Dvorak's Dumky Trio, this musical journey promises an enchanting experience, where each composition casts its own captivating spell.
November 3, 2024
Pianofest: Celebration!
Gabriel Fauré: Dolly Suite
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: Sonata in C Major
Edvard Grieg: Valse Caprices
George Gershwin: Rhapsody in Blue
Tanya Gabrielian and Ryo Yanagitani, piano
Join us for a jubilant musical celebration, where the joyous notes of Faure's Dolly Suite, the spirited sounds of Mozart's C Major Sonata, the nostalgic charm of Grieg's Valse Caprices, and the iconic syncopations of Gershwin's Rhapsody in Blue come together in a harmonious revelry. This concert promises a festive atmosphere, inviting audiences to revel in the diverse expressions of celebration woven throughout these brilliant compositions.
February 16, 2025
Romance
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: Kegelstatt Trio
Franz Schubert: Du bist die Ruh
Claude Debussy: Beau Soir
Robert Schumann: Widmung
Max Bruch: Eight Pieces
Christine Grossman, viola
Angelo Quail, clarinet
Tanya Gabrielian, piano
Indulge in an afternoon of tenderness and passion with a concert that unfolds the delicate threads of love through Mozart's Kegelstatt Trio, the poetic storytelling of lieder by Schubert, Debussy, and Schumann, and the heartfelt expressions in Bruch's 8 Pieces. This intimate program invites you to embrace the romantic spirit, traversing the diverse landscapes of emotion painted by these masterpieces.
May 18, 2025
Tempest
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: Piano Quartet in G Minor
Johannes Brahms: Piano Quartet in G Minor
Isabelle Durrenberger, violin
Ryo Usami, viola
Eugena Riley, cello
Tanya Gabrielian, piano
Embark on a tumultuous musical odyssey with "Tempest," featuring Mozart's evocative Piano Quartet in G minor and Brahms' stormy counterpart in the same key. Mozart's classical finesse and Brahms' Romantic turbulence converge to tell a dramatic tale. This concert promises a dynamic exploration of stormy depths and poignant heights, as the masterpieces of Mozart and Brahms collide to evoke a tempestuous experience for all.