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CAB Notes 410-625-3525 Concert Artists of Baltimore Electronic Newsletter Toll Free: 866-225-8602 Edward Polochick, Artistic Director cab@cabalto.org www.cabalto.org Volume 3, Issue 1 Several years ago, in an interview with the Sunpapers music critic about repertoire for an upcoming season I told him it was difficult choosing between an all-Mozart program (including the Requiem), and an all-Bach program. The article opened something like: “Ba, Mo, Ba, Mo, Ba, Mo, . . . . that was the response from Edward Polochick when I asked him who his favorite composer is; he can’t make up his mind between Bach or Mozart!” I thought it an amusing way of expressing my frustration in trying to choose a favorite composer, or at the very least, choosing between Bach and Mozart. Musically for me, it’s like choosing between air and water for life—which is more necessary? The answer, of course, is that you cannot live without either one. And, musically speaking, that is equally true of Bach and Mozart. Now that’s a rather strong statement, and I’d like to take a moment and elaborate on it. I have always believed that any musician who is well-schooled in the Baroque and Classical periods (i.e., any instrumentalist, singer or conductor who develops the technique and musicianship capable of handling all the musical demands of these periods) will be able to perform and master music from any other period, style or genre, including that of the 21st Century! In essence, training in these periods lays the foundation for everything a musician needs to excel in this field. Of course, there are other ‘greats’ from these periods, e.g., Handel, Vivaldi, Schubert, Haydn and Beethoven, but no one could argue the critical importance of Bach and Mozart and the major contribution each made to Western music. I am thrilled that this season we are devoting an entire program to each of these musical giants. We will open our 05-06 Season with a special concert devoted to the musical genius of J. S. Bach. About every other year we have presented a concert which is a kind of retrospective of the life and times of a particular composer. Thus far we have done one on Schubert, one on Haydn and one on Mozart. They have all been collaborations with WBJC’s Jonathan Palevsky and have all been extremely popular. Jonathan has quite a gift for uncovering fascinating and elucidating information and materials which offer incredible insights into the hearts and minds of these great composers, and he complements his narration with a visual power-point presentation. We even occasionally delight in (and sometimes are shocked by) some of the more unseemly or questionable aspects of a composer’s life and time. I am sure that this concert on J. S. Bach will be no different! Since all of the repertoire and excerpts we will be presenting on October 15th will be explained by Jonathan that evening, I won’t delve into any historical background on Bach. But, I want to share with you the music excerpts we will be performing on Saturday, October 15th. I must say that I feel as if I am one of the luckiest people alive to have the opportunity to share all of this wonderful music. I know we will all have an enjoyable evening celebrating the life and times and music of Johann Sebastian Bach—I hope to see you there too! Edward Polochick Artistic Director—Concert Artists of Baltimore Message from the Maestro

Concert Artists of Baltimore’s
Artistic Director, Edward Polochick

 The Musical Life of J.S. Bach Saturday, October 15, 2005 8pm Sponsored by the Henry and Ruth Blaustein Rosenberg Foundation Narrated by WBJC-FM’s Jonathan Palevsky, Concert Artists will explore the exceptional life and talent of one of classical music’s patriarchs—Johann Sebastian Bach. Gordon Center For Performing Arts 3506 Gywnnbrook Avenue Owings Mills, MD For Subscriptions and Single Tickets: Concert Artists Box Office: 410-625-3525 CAB Box Office Toll-Free: 866-225-8602 Adults: $22-$28 Seniors: $20-$25 Full-Time Students with ID $8. Children Ages 8-18 $5 . Click Here and Reserve Tickets Online at www.cabalto.org Concert Artists News Several years ago, in an interview with the Sunpapers music critic about repertoire for an upcoming season I told him it was difficult choosing between an all-Mozart program (including the Requiem), and an all-Bach program. The article opened something like: “Ba, Mo, Ba, Mo, Ba, Mo, . . . . that was the response from Edward Polochick when I asked him who his favorite composer is; he can’t make up his mind between Bach or Mozart!” I thought it an amusing way of expressing my frustration in trying to choose a favorite composer, or at the very least, choosing between Bach and Mozart. Musically for me, it’s like choosing between air and water for life—which is more necessary? The answer, of course, is that you cannot live without either one. And, musically speaking, that is equally true of Bach and Mozart. Now that’s a rather strong statement, and I’d like to take a moment and elaborate on it. I have always believed that any musician who is well-schooled in the Baroque and Classical periods (i.e., any instrumentalist, singer or conductor who develops the technique and musicianship capable of handling all the musical demands of these periods) will be able to perform and master music from any other period, style or genre, including that of the 21st Century! In essence, training in these periods lays the foundation for everything a musician needs to excel in this field. Of course, there are other ‘greats’ from these periods, e.g., Handel, Vivaldi, Schubert, Haydn and Beethoven, but no one could argue the critical importance of Bach and Mozart and the major contribution each made to Western music. I am thrilled that this season we are devoting an entire program to each of these musical giants. We will open our 05-06 Season with a special concert devoted to the musical genius of J. S. Bach. About every other year we have presented a concert which is a kind of retrospective of the life and times of a particular composer. Thus far we have done one on Schubert, one on Haydn and one on Mozart. They have all been collaborations with WBJC’s Jonathan Palevsky and have all been extremely popular. Jonathan has quite a gift for uncovering fascinating and elucidating information and materials which offer incredible insights into the hearts and minds of these great composers, and he complements his narration with a visual power-point presentation. We even occasionally delight in (and sometimes are shocked by) some of the more unseemly or questionable aspects of a composer’s life and time. I am sure that this concert on J. S. Bach will be no different! Since all of the repertoire and excerpts we will be presenting on October 15th will be explained by Jonathan that evening, I won’t delve into any historical background on Bach. But, I want to share with you the music excerpts we will be performing on Saturday, October 15th. I must say that I feel as if I am one of the luckiest people alive to have the opportunity to share all of this wonderful music. I know we will all have an enjoyable evening celebrating the life and times and music of Johann Sebastian Bach—I hope to see you there too! Edward Polochick Artistic Director—Concert Artists of Baltimore Message from the Maestro Magnificat in D - Movement I Chorus & Orchestra Chromatic Fantasy - Harpsichord solo (yours truly!) Jesu bleibet meine Freude from Cantata #147, Herz und Mund und Tat und Leben Chorus & Orchestra This is the famous chorale, Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring Orchestra Suite #3 - Movements 2 (Air) & 5 (Gigue) Orchestra Mmt. 2 is the well-known “Air on a G String” Excerpts from St. Matthew Passion Chorus & Orchestra Chorale - O Haupt voll Blut Aria for Soprano - Aus leibe; Irida Herri, soprano Final Chorus - Wir Setzen uns Gloria in Excelsis/Et in Terra Pax from Mass in B Minor Chorus & Orchestra Concerto for Two Violins in D Minor - Mmt. 2 Orchestra José Cueto & Nicholas Currie, Violins Flösst, mein Heiland from Christmas Oratorio Soprano & Orchestra Faith Okkema, soprano Brandenburg Concerto #3, last movement Orchestra Goldberg Variations - Theme & final quodlibet (Harpsichord solo) Final section of Mass in B Minor Chorus & Orchestra Agnus Dei - Chi Chun Chan, Alto soloist Dona Nobis Pacem 2005—2006 Classy Classics Concert Season Click Here if you would like to read a biography of J. S. Bach’s life and music. 2005-2006 Music at the Mansion Series Members of CAB’s orchestra and vocal ensemble shine in these engaging chamber music concerts, a series of three programs, introduced with commentary by CAB’s own Edward Polochick. Each concert is held at the Engineers Club at the Garrett-Jacobs Mansion on 11 West Mt. Vernon Place. Ticket holders can also enjoy an optional brunch in the handsome Garrett-Jacobs Mansion. There are two seatings prior to the concert. Christmas Cheer Sunday, December 18th 2:30 pm Sponsored by the Fillmore Group This extraordinarily popular concert returns to enchant mansion audiences for a sixth year. The concert features holiday music performed by members of Concert Artists’ Vocal Ensemble, Instrumentalists, a sing-along, and a holiday tree lighting! Star-Studded Trio Sunday, March 5, 2006 2:30 pm Concert Artists’ Concertmaster, José Miguel Cueto, Principal Cellist, Gita Ladd (who thrilled audiences last season as soloist in the Barber Cello Concerto), and stellar pianist, Nancy Roldán, promise to captivate audiences with solos, duos, and trios from all over the world, from Dvorak to Piazzola. Spring Serenade Sunday, April 30, 2006 2:30 pm Ah Hong and Sarah Berger, gifted members of the Concert Artists Vocal Ensemble, will shine in a bravura duo performance. Also featured on the concert is esteemed pianist, Ernest Ragogini, and CAB’s principal bassoonist, Douglas Kehlenbrink. It’s a delightful afternoon of solos, duets, and ensembles pieces that will leave you wanting more! To order tickets or For more information call: Concert Artists Box Office: 410-625-3525 CAB Box Office Toll-Free: 866-225-8602 NEWS FLASH!! Concert Artists of Baltimore has been named Artists in Residence at Cathedral of Mary Our Queen. In the 2005-2006 season, Concert Artists’ orchestra and vocal ensemble will perform two concerts. Sunday, November 20, 2005 5:30 pm Cathedral of Mary Our Queen Franz Josef Haydn’s Lord Nelson Mass CAB Orchestra & Vocal Ensemble joined by The Cathedral Choir of Men, Women and Boys Francis Poulenc’s Organ Concerto in G Minor CAB Orchestra, Daniel Sansone, Organist Sunday, May 21, 2006 5:30 pm Cathedral of Mary Our Queen In the Mood Voices of the Americas Maestro Edward Polochick and the CAB vocal ensemble, joined by pianist Nancy Roldán, will present a musical tribute to the music of North and South America. This musical tour will highlight the various vocal and keyboard sounds, timbres, and textures of such composers as Copland, Randall Thompson, Ginastera, and Guastavino. On the lighter side, audiences will be treated to rousing spirituals and the tuneful selections of Cole Porter and Jerome Kern. To Order Tickets or For More Information: Call the Cathedral Music office 410-464-4020 Call CAB Box office 410-625-3525 Toll free: 866-225-8602 Reserve online at: www.cabalto.org Unreserved seating: $20 Students: $8 Concert Artists of Baltimore’s continues to delight and impress Maryland audiences with its uncompromising musical excellence. In 2005-2006, Concert Artists orchestra and members of the vocal ensemble have been invited to perform and premiere music throughout the region.
Concert Artists News You received this email newsletter because you provided your email address to Concert Artists of Baltimore. Concert Artists of Baltimore does not rent, sell, or share its email address list with any other persons or organization. If you would rather not receive CAB Notes and would like to be removed from the CAB Notes mailing list, please email cab@cabalto.org and your email address will be removed. Please note, that your unsubscribe email must be mailed from the account in which you received the newsletter. 2005-2006 Music at the Mansion Series Members of CAB’s orchestra and vocal ensemble shine in these engaging chamber music concerts, a series of three programs, introduced with commentary by CAB’s own Edward Polochick. Each concert is held at the Engineers Club at the Garrett-Jacobs Mansion on 11 West Mt. Vernon Place. Ticket holders can also enjoy an optional brunch in the handsome Garrett-Jacobs Mansion. There are two seatings prior to the concert. Christmas Cheer Sunday, December 18th 2:30 pm Sponsored by the Fillmore Group This extraordinarily popular concert returns to enchant mansion audiences for a sixth year. The concert features holiday music performed by members of Concert Artists’ Vocal Ensemble, Instrumentalists, a sing-along, and a holiday tree lighting! Star-Studded Trio Sunday, March 5, 2006 2:30 pm Concert Artists’ Concertmaster, José Miguel Cueto, Principal Cellist, Gita Ladd (who thrilled audiences last season as soloist in the Barber Cello Concerto), and stellar pianist, Nancy Roldán, promise to captivate audiences with solos, duos, and trios from all over the world, from Dvorak to Piazzola. Spring Serenade Sunday, April 30, 2006 2:30 pm Ah Hong and Sarah Berger, gifted members of the Concert Artists Vocal Ensemble, will shine in a bravura duo performance. Also featured on the concert is esteemed pianist, Ernest Ragogini, and CAB’s principal bassoonist, Douglas Kehlenbrink. It’s a delightful afternoon of solos, duets, and ensembles pieces that will leave you wanting more! To order tickets or For more information call: Concert Artists Box Office: 410-625-3525 CAB Box Office Toll-Free: 866-225-8602 November 18, 2005 CABaret at The Engineers Club Lend your support to ensure Concert Artists of Baltimore can continue to thrill Marylanders with its musical excellent by attending CAB’s 18th Annual Benefit Gala. Scrumptious food, delightful entertainment, a silent auction, and special performances by CAB artists are just some of the highlights at CAB’s always engaging and popular benefits. For tickets or more information, please call 410-625-3525 December 8, 9, 10, & 11, 2005 MESSIAH One of the most anticipated musical events of Baltimore’s holiday season, is Maestro Edward Polochick’s electrifying performance of Handel’s classic oratorio Messiah. Demand is so great for this holiday tradition that two additional performances have been added at Strathmore Hall. For ticket information, please contact either the Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall or Strathmore Hall. April 1, 2006 PRESTO! St. Ignatius Church Concert Artists Orchestra and Vocal Ensemble will present an evening of baroque gems. One the first half, CAB concertmaster, Jose Miguel Cueto and the CAB orchestra will thrill audiences with Vivaldi’s The Four Seasons. After intermission, CAB’s orchestra and vocal ensemble will present the rarely-performed Dixit Dominus by G. F. Handel. For tickets or more information, contact the CAB box office at 410-625-3525 or toll free at 866-225-8602. April 27-30, 2006 TRANSMIGRATION OF SOULS Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall Concert Artists Symphonic Chorale has been invited to participate in the Baltimore premiere John Adams’ Transmigration of Souls. Awarded a 2004 Grammy® , Adams’ work is dedicated to the victims of the September 11th tragedy. For ticket information, please contact the Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall. May 7, 2006 THE BERNSTEIN BEAT Temple Oheb Shalom Joining Maestro Edward Polochick and the CAB orchestra for this exciting family concert of some of Leonard Bernstein’s best work is his daughter, Jamie Bernstein Thomas as narrator. For tickets or more information, please contact the Temple Oheb Shalom. NEWS FLASH!! Concert Artists of Baltimore has been named Artists in Residence at Cathedral of Mary Our Queen. In the 2005-2006 season, Concert Artists’ orchestra and vocal ensemble will perform two concerts. Sunday, November 20, 2005 5:30 pm Cathedral of Mary Our Queen Franz Josef Haydn’s Lord Nelson Mass CAB Orchestra & Vocal Ensemble joined by The Cathedral Choir of Men, Women and Boys Francis Poulenc’s Organ Concerto in G Minor CAB Orchestra, Daniel Sansone, Organist Sunday, May 21, 2006 5:30 pm Cathedral of Mary Our Queen In the Mood Voices of the Americas Maestro Edward Polochick and the CAB vocal ensemble, joined by pianist Nancy Roldán, will present a musical tribute to the music of North and South America. This musical tour will highlight the various vocal and keyboard sounds, timbres, and textures of such composers as Copland, Randall Thompson, Ginastera, and Guastavino. On the lighter side, audiences will be treated to rousing spirituals and the tuneful selections of Cole Porter and Jerome Kern. To Order Tickets or For More Information: Call the Cathedral Music office 410-464-4020 Call CAB Box office 410-625-3525 Toll free: 866-225-8602 Reserve online at: www.cabalto.org Unreserved seating: $20 Students: $8 Concert Artists of Baltimore’s continues to delight and impress Maryland audiences with its uncompromising musical excellence. In 2005-2006, Concert Artists orchestra and members of the vocal ensemble have been invited to perform and premiere music throughout the region.
You received this email newsletter because you provided your email address to Concert Artists of Baltimore. Concert Artists of Baltimore does not rent, sell, or share its email address list with any other persons or organization. If you would rather not receive CAB Notes and would like to be removed from the CAB Notes mailing list, please email cab@cabalto.org and your email address will be removed. Please note, that your unsubscribe email must be mailed from the account in which you received the newsletter. November 18, 2005 CABaret at The Engineers Club Lend your support to ensure Concert Artists of Baltimore can continue to thrill Marylanders with its musical excellent by attending CAB’s 18th Annual Benefit Gala. Scrumptious food, delightful entertainment, a silent auction, and special performances by CAB artists are just some of the highlights at CAB’s always engaging and popular benefits. For tickets or more information, please call 410-625-3525 December 8, 9, 10, & 11, 2005 MESSIAH One of the most anticipated musical events of Baltimore’s holiday season, is Maestro Edward Polochick’s electrifying performance of Handel’s classic oratorio Messiah. Demand is so great for this holiday tradition that two additional performances have been added at Strathmore Hall. For ticket information, please contact either the Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall or Strathmore Hall. April 1, 2006 PRESTO! St. Ignatius Church Concert Artists Orchestra and Vocal Ensemble will present an evening of baroque gems. One the first half, CAB concertmaster, Jose Miguel Cueto and the CAB orchestra will thrill audiences with Vivaldi’s The Four Seasons. After intermission, CAB’s orchestra and vocal ensemble will present the rarely-performed Dixit Dominus by G. F. Handel. For tickets or more information, contact the CAB box office at 410-625-3525 or toll free at 866-225-8602. April 27-30, 2006 TRANSMIGRATION OF SOULS Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall Concert Artists Symphonic Chorale has been invited to participate in the Baltimore premiere John Adams’ Transmigration of Souls. Awarded a 2004 Grammy® , Adams’ work is dedicated to the victims of the September 11th tragedy. For ticket information, please contact the Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall. May 7, 2006 THE BERNSTEIN BEAT Temple Oheb Shalom Joining Maestro Edward Polochick and the CAB orchestra for this exciting family concert of some of Leonard Bernstein’s best work is his daughter, Jamie Bernstein Thomas as narrator. For tickets or more information, please contact the Temple Oheb Shalom. Join Concert Artists of Baltimore’ for a night “on the Left Bank!” at CAB’s 18th Annual Benefit Gala. The Handsome Engineers Club...Garrett-Jacobs Mansion, Baltimore Open Bar & Hors d’oeuvres Seated Gourmet Dinner Dancing to Ain’t Misbehavin’ Silent Auction Scotch & Cigar Bar Special Performances by CAB Artists For more information or reservations, please call 410-625-3525 NEWS FLASH!! Concert Artists of Baltimore has been named Artists in Residence at Cathedral of Mary Our Queen. In the 2005-2006 season, Concert Artists’ orchestra and vocal ensemble will perform two concerts. Sunday, November 20, 2005 5:30 pm Cathedral of Mary Our Queen Franz Josef Haydn’s Lord Nelson Mass CAB Orchestra & Vocal Ensemble joined by The Cathedral Choir of Men, Women and Boys Francis Poulenc’s Organ Concerto in G Minor CAB Orchestra, Daniel Sansone, Organist Sunday, May 21, 2006 5:30 pm Cathedral of Mary Our Queen In the Mood Voices of the Americas Maestro Edward Polochick and the CAB vocal ensemble, joined by pianist Nancy Roldán, will present a musical tribute to the music of North and South America. This musical tour will highlight the various vocal and keyboard sounds, timbres, and textures of such composers as Copland, Randall Thompson, Ginastera, and Guastavino. On the lighter side, audiences will be treated to rousing spirituals and the tuneful selections of Cole Porter and Jerome Kern. To Order Tickets or For More Information: Call the Cathedral Music office 410-464-4020 Call CAB Box office 410-625-3525 Toll free: 866-225-8602 Reserve online at: www.cabalto.org Unreserved seating: $20 Students: $8

For nearly two decades, Concert Artists has been enriching Baltimore’s cultural essence by captivating audiences with brilliant performances, innovative programming, and world-renowned soloists. Concert Artists of Baltimore’s Nineteenth Season promises a wide-array of musical masterpieces all under the talented baton of its incomparable artistic director, Edward Polochick.
You received this email newsletter because you provided your email address to Concert Artists of Baltimore. Concert Artists of Baltimore does not rent, sell, or share its email address list with any other persons or organization. If you would rather not receive CAB Notes and would like to be removed from the CAB Notes mailing list, please email cab@cabalto.org and your email address will be removed. Please note, that your unsubscribe email must be mailed from the account in which you received the newsletter. Classy Classics concerts are presented at the magnificent Gordon Center For Performing Arts 3506 Gynnbrook Avenue Owings Mills, MD All Strings Attached Saturday, December 3, 2005 8pm Britten Simple Symphony Vaughan Williams: Oboe Concerto Vladimir Lande, Oboe Arensky: Variations on a Theme by Tchaikovsky Tchaikovsky Serenade for Strings Opposites Attract Saturday, May 20, 2006 8pm Ginastera Variaciones Concertantes Guastavino: Selected Songs Ginastera: Lamentations of Jeremiah Brahms: Piano Concerto No. 2 Ann Schein, Piano Happy Birthday Mozart! Saturday, February 18, 2006 8pm Join Concert Artists of Baltimore’s orchestra and vocal ensemble as we celebrate Mozart’s 150th Birthday with two of his most beloved works. Piano Concerto No. 21 (Elvira Madigan) Clinton Adams, Piano Grand Mass in C Minor Join Concert Artists of Baltimore’ for a night “on the Left Bank!” at CAB’s 18th Annual Benefit Gala. The Handsome Engineers Club...Garrett-Jacobs Mansion, Baltimore Open Bar & Hors d’oeuvres Seated Gourmet Dinner Dancing to Ain’t Misbehavin’ Silent Auction Scotch & Cigar Bar Special Performances by CAB Artists For more information or reservations, please call 410-625-3525 The Other Three Concerts in the Classy Classics Series