Salt Bay Chamberfest’s 23rd season, Move Me!, is about movement and music. Music has the power to move us emotionally, in the deepest and most profound ways. It can also move us physically, and even metaphorically. In this captivating season, we will explore these and other movements in, of, and about music, with an innovative array of chamber works by composers from J.S. Bach to the present day. Join us for a special world premiere and SBC co-commissioned work by composer Angel Lam; a trailblazing work by Iannis Xenakis for six percussionists that surround the audience; and our very first collaboration with a dancer, featuring Edwin Olvera, formerly of Pilobolus. I am deeply honored to welcome such distinctive artists to Midcoast Maine this summer to bring all this music and movement to life. I hope you will join us!
Wilhelmina Smith
Founder, Artistic & Executive Director
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SALT BAY CHAMBERFEST 2017 FESTIVAL
Move Me!
Four Festival Concerts: August 8, 11, 15 & 18
Festival Concerts begins at 7:30 pm
Pre-concert lecture at 6:30 pm
Season Subscription $100
Includes admission into four evening concerts and pre-concert lectures
Single Concert Ticket $30 General Admission/$5 Students with valid ID
Includes admission into concert and pre-concert lecture
Festival Concert 1
August 8, 2017
Tuesday at 7:30 pm
Darrows Barn, Round Top Farm in Damariscotta, ME
Pre-concert lecture at 6:30 pm
David Ludwig Moto perpetuo for solo violin
Missy Mazzoli Kinski Paganini for solo violin
Gioachino Rossini “Riedi al soglio” from Zelmira
Richard Strauss Zueignung; Allerseelen; Befreit; Morgen
Gabriel Fauré Piano Quartet No. 2 in G minor, Op. 45
Kate Aldrich, mezzo-soprano
Jennifer Koh, violin
Cynthia Phelps, viola
Wilhelmina Smith, cello
Thomas Sauer, piano
Concert Sponsor: Damariscotta Bank & Trust
Kate Aldrich sponsor: Jane & Phillip Johnston
Jennifer Koh sponsor: Barbara Etzweiler
Cynthia Phelps sponsor: Paul & Judy Weislogel
Thomas Sauer sponsor: Priscilla R. Smith
Festival Concert 2
August 11, 2017
Friday at 7:30 pm
Darrows Barn, Round Top Farm in Damariscotta, ME
Pre-concert lecture at 6:30 pm
Johann Sebastian Bach Goldberg Variations for String Trio, BWV 988 (Transcription by Dmitry Sitkovetsky)
Iannis Xenakis Persephassa
Jennifer Koh, violin
Cynthia Phelps, viola
Wilhelmina Smith, cello
Ian Antonio, Tim Feeney, Ayano Kataoka, Eduardo Leandro, Doug Perkins, & Ian David Rosenbaum, percussion
Concert sponsor: Randy Phelps & Pamela Daley
Cynthia Phelps sponsor: Penelope A. Mardoian
Festival Concert 3
August 15, 2017
Tuesday at 7:30 pm
Darrows Barn, Round Top Farm in Damariscotta, ME
Pre-concert lecture at 6:30 pm
Angel Lam Fragrance of the Sea *World Premiere and SBC co-commission with Copland House*
Aaron Copland Sextet
Antonin Dvorak String Quartet No. 14 in A-flat major, Op. 105
Jennifer Frautschi & Kyu-Young Kim, violins
Jonathan Vinocour, viola
Wilhelmina Smith, cello
Romie de Guise-Langlois, clarinet
Michael Boriskin, piano
Commission sponsor: Ronald J. Schiller & Alan Fletcher
Romie de Guise-Langlois sponsor: Levis Fine Art
Michael Boriskin sponsor: Drs. Russ & Joan Zajtchuk
Jennifer Frautschi sponsor: Anton & Alison Lahnston
Festival Concert 4
August 18, 2017
Friday at 7:30 pm
Darrows Barn, Round Top Farm in Damariscotta, ME
Pre-concert lecture at 6:30 pm
Sofia Gubaidulina Dancer on a Tightrope
Johann Sebastian Bach Cello Suite No. 3 in C major, BWV 1009: Courante,
Sarabande, and Bourée – with dancer
John Novacek 4th Street Drag and Intoxication – with dancer
Pyotr Tchaikovsky Piano Trio in A minor, Op. 50
Jennifer Frautschi, violin
Edward Arron, cello
John Novacek, piano
Edwin Olvera, dancer
Concert co-sponsor: Marc H. & Vivian S. Brodsky
Edward Arron sponsor: Peter Felsenthal & Jennifer Litchfield
John Novacek sponsor: Harry Beskind & Virginia Swain
Special Events
Benefit Concert and Auction Opening
July 16, 2017
Sunday at 4:00-6:00 pm
Home of George Mason and Susan Weiser Mason
Pianist Thomas Sauer performs solo works for piano by Haydn and Chopin. Enjoy Maine artisanal hor d’oeuvres from Damariscotta River Grill and sip wine while being immersed in the beauty of art, music, and more.
Sponsored in part by Damariscotta River Grill
Benefit Event: Oysters & Pearls
August 9, 2017
Wednesday at 5:00-7:00 pm
Home of Penny Mardoian, South Bristol
While watching the sun set over John’s Bay, savor Maine’s own Glidden Point Oysters, champagne, and a pearl of a musical treat by SBC musicians Jennifer Koh, Cynthia Phelps, and Wilhelmina Smith.
At the home of Penny Mardoian, South Bristol
SOLD OUT
Sponsored in part by Glidden Point Oysters
Musical Lobster Bake
August 17, 2017
Thursday at 5:00 pm
Darrows Barn, Round Top Farm in Damariscotta, ME
Enjoy a traditional Maine lobster bake including musical treats by SBC musicians, held at Darrows Barn.
OffTopic!
Lecture. Free, informal, one-hour talks with musical demonstrations.
OffTopic!
August 7, 2017
Monday at 1:00 pm
Schooner Cove, 35 Schooner Street, Damariscotta, ME
The Artistry of Frédéric Chopin
Pianist Thomas Sauer will discuss Chopin’s artistry, with live demonstrations of the composer’s pianistic style and discussion of the French, Polish, Italian, and German influences that shaped his compositions.
OffTopic!
August 14, 2017
Monday at 3:00 pm
Skidompha Public Library (in the Porter Meeting Hall)
Beyond Rodeos and Fanfares: Aaron Copland, Known & Unknown
Join acclaimed pianist and Copland House Artistic & Executive Director Michael Boriskin for a whirlwind journey through the eventful life and iconic works of Aaron Copland, who defined the sound and spirit of American music.
Free Outdoor Concert
Persephassa on the Docks
August 8, 2017
Saturday at 5:00 pm
Round Pond Harbor, Route 32, Bristol, ME
A free public and outdoors performance of Xenakis’ Persephassa for six percussionists, arrayed on the docks of Round Pond Harbor in Bristol.
Master Class
Presented in partnership with Schooner Cove.
Master Class: Jennifer Koh
August 11, 2017
Friday at 1:00 pm
Schooner Cove, 35 Schooner Street, Damariscotta, ME
New England string and piano students will be coached by violinist Jennifer Koh and other Salt Bay Chamberfest musicians.
The event is open to the public free of charge.
Presented in partnership with Schooner Cove.
Sponsored by Sarah L. Fisher & Derek Webber.
Family Concerts
Salt Bay Chamberfest will offer an interactive and fun family concert
at the Skidompha Public Library in downtown Damariscotta.
Mark Mandarano
Family Concert
August 19, 2017
Saturday at 10:30 am
Skidompha Public Library in downtown Damariscotta, ME
Hosted by educator and conductor Mark Mandarano, this concert is a favorite for all ages, and introduces children and adults to great chamber music in engaging and entertaining ways. Come sing, clap and enjoy a musical morning with our wonderful musicians!
Jennifer Frautschi, violin
Edward Arron, cello
John Novacek, piano
Edwin Olvera, dancer
The event is open to the public free of charge.
Sponsored by Robinson’s Wharf
All events held at Darrows Barn unless otherwise indicated.
Open rehearsals on concert mornings are free to the community.
2017 Roster
Percussion
Ian Antonio
Tim Feeney
Ayano Kataoka
Eduardo Leandro
Doug Perkins
Ian David Rosenbaum
Mezzo-Soprano
Kate Aldrich
Dancer
Edwin Olvera