October 21 & 22, 2017
It was a quintessential New England fall afternoon at the acoustically rich First Congregational Church of Old Lyme. Concertgoers enjoyed two seldom heard masterpieces for the rare combination of piano, violin, viola, cello and bass. What a magnificent opening performance to kick off our 27th Season!
Orion Weiss, piano
Jesse Mills, violin
Max Mandel, viola
Edward Arron, cello
Shawn Conley, double bass
Hummel: Piano Quintet in E-flat Major, Opus 87
Dohnányi: Serenade in C Major for String Trio, Opus 10
Vaughan Williams: Piano Quintet in c minor
Many thanks to Andy Baxter for sponsoring Saturday’s concert.
Thank you to our Piano Sponsor, Pasta Vita.
Photo Credit: Church at Old Lyme, oil on canvas, Childe Hassam, 1905. Albright-Knox Art Gallery, Buffalo, New York.
Performing Musicians
Orion Weiss
Pianist Orion Weiss has performed with the major American orchestras, including the Chicago Symphony, Boston Symphony, Los Angeles Philharmonic, and New York Philharmonic.
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Two-time Grammy nominated violinist Jesse Mills enjoys performing music of many genres, from classical to contemporary, as well as composed and improvised music of his own invention.
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Violist Max Mandel enjoys a varied and acclaimed career as a chamber musician, soloist, orchestral musician and speaker.
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Cellist Edward Arron has garnered recognition worldwide for his elegant musicianship, impassioned performances, and creative programming.
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