We have finalized the CCS's 2010-2011 season: you can scroll down this page to see it, or download it here. But first, here is the info for our first big event: the Mark Kosower recital!
The Cleveland Cello Society (CCS) is thrilled to present in recital the recently-arrived new Principal Cellist of The Cleveland Orchestra, Mark Kosower. Joining him at the piano will be his wife, Jee-Won Oh. This will take place on Monday, September 27, 7:30 PM, at Harkness Chapel, 11200 Bellflower Road, in University Circle. Tickets -- all sold only at the door -- will be $15 for Standard seats, $50 for Premium seats, and $100 for Patron seats. Please help support the CCS and its scholarship activities by considering a Premium or Patron seat! Arrive early for best choices. For more information, call 216-921-3480. See you there!
The Cleveland Cello Society 2010-11 Season
● September 27, 7:30 pm (Monday) Solo Artist Series: Mark Kosower, (w/Jeewon Oh, piano)
The CCS is thrilled to present in recital the new Principal Cellist of The Cleveland Orchestra, Mark Kosower. Joining him on the piano is his wife, Jeewon Oh. The program will include works by Bach, Tcherepnin, Poulenc, and Mendelssohn. Venue: Harkness Chapel, 11200 Bellflower Road in University Circle. Tickets: $20 and $50 ($10 for students with valid ID), sold at the door. Arrive early for best seats.
● October 3, 2:00 pm (Sunday): Scholarship Winners' Recital
Guaranteed to be an inspiring afternoon. Come hear the winners of the CCS 2010 Scholarship Competition: Collegiate Division: Madeline Kabat; Agnew Prize for Bach: Eric Tinkerhess; Senior Division: Nathanael Matthews; Junior Division: Sameer Apte and Braden McConnell; Elementary Division: Bethany Bobbs. Venue: the Music Settlement, 11125 Magnolia Drive (in University Circle). Tickets: $5 at door, free to CCS members.
● November 7, 2:30 pm (Sunday): i Cellisti! 2010
This is our very popular annual concert, which provides the prize money for the CCS Scholarship Competition. This year we have invited jazz cellist Matt Brubeck to join us for an afternoon of cello ensemble music, featuring works by Dave and Matt Brubeck. Cellists from all over northeast Ohio will participate. Come hear a concert like no other, and support a wonderful cause! Venue: Forest Hill Presbyterian Church, 3031 Monticello Blvd. in Cleveland Heights. Tickets: $10 suggested donation at the door, or consider supporting i Cellisti! 2010 as a $100 patron. Arrive early for best seats.
● January 23, 2011, 2-5 pm (Sunday): Cello Masterclass Festival
A great opportunity for all aspiring cellists in grades 6 through 12. Cleveland is blessed with many wonderful cello teachers, and this is your day to perform in a masterclass for one of them! Cellists currently scheduled to give classes include Catharina Meints (Oberlin College/Conservatory, Cleveland Orchestra), Mark Kosower (new Principal Cellist of The Cleveland Orchestra), and Paul Kushious (Cleveland Orchestra). It's fascinating to get another viewpoint, learn a few new tips, and hear words of wisdom from other professionals. A pianist will be provided for each class. To participate, cello students must be recommended by their private teacher. The afternoon will conclude with a reception allowing Cleveland area cellists a little mix and mingle time. Applications can be downloaded from www.clevelandcello.com, or call 216-921-3480 for more information. The cost for this unique program is $50 for a participant, $5 for an observer (free if a CCS member). Venue: the Music Settlement, 11125 Magnolia Drive (in University Circle).
● March13, 2011, 2pm (Sunday): A Son’s Recollections of Antonio Janigro
Many of you may not know that Cleveland Cello Society Board member Damir Janigro is the son of one of the great cellists of the 20th century, Antonio Janigro. A neurologist at the Cleveland Clinic, Dr. Janigro will share historic recordings, film clips, and his own personal anecdotes in this one-of-a-kind program. Venue: the Music Settlement, 11125 Magnolia Drive (in University Circle). Tickets: $5 at the door, free to CCS members.
● April 17, 2011, noon – 5 pm (Sunday): The Annual CCS Scholarship Competition
Cellists of Northeast Ohio will compete for scholarships in four age categories: elementary, junior, senior, and collegiate. Application deadline: March 15, 2011. See www.clevelandcello.com for application details as the event approaches. Venue: the Music Settlement, 11125 Magnolia Drive (in University Circle)
Download from here the past 2009-10 season list if you would like a recap.
For more information regarding any of these events or to join the Cleveland Cello Society, call Ida Mercer 216-921-3480
