Artist Concert Series
Nancy McGillicudy - ACS Director
nancy240@juno.com
(440)356-8989
The Artist Concert Series (ACS) is an outreach ministry of Rocky River Presbyterian Church, employing musical and dramatic presentations as opportunities to invite the community into our facility. It is not funded by member pledges and offerings. Admission is free, and seating is on a first-come basis. A freewill offering is received at each performance. The ACS season runs from fall to spring. The directors have broadened the programming beyond the traditional classical fare to include jazz, gospel, bluegrass, and even a theatrical presentation. The 2009-2010 season included performances by Burning River Brass, Singing Angels, Solaris, and The John Richmond Swingtet. All are welcome to ACS performances; however, child care is not available.
A letter to the Friends of the Artist Concert Series can be read by Clicking HERE!
ARTIST CONCERT SERIES 2011-2012
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21750 Detroit Rd., Rocky River, OH
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Rocky Piver Presbyterian Church
Bi-OkotO African drum and dance
Sunday, September 18, 2011 @ 3:30 p.m.
Captivating rhythm, lively melody, a blaze of color, stirring movement—be swept up by the drums, music and dance of Bi-Okoto! Hailed for presenting delightful experiences embracing cultural and spiritual similarities and bridging differences, Bi-Okoto will fill our stage with songs & dances from many West African countries. "E Wa Josin! - Come & Worship!"
Burning River Brass
Wednesday, December 21, 2011—7:00 p.m.
One of the most highly respected brass ensembles in the United States — and a favorite of this concert series — Burning River Brass has been dazzling audiences from Alaska to Taiwan with "power and virtuosity," "harmonious blend, and consistently stirring performances." The original inspiration behind Burning River Brass was to give great players who were also good friends a chance to play together on a consistent basis. Composed of twelve of the finest brass and percussion players in the country, Burning River Brass is an ensemble on fire! (First-come seating; no "standing-room;" doors open approx. 6:30 p.m.)
Gabriela Martinez & Javier Gonzalez "Sonorous Cuba"
Sunday, January 22, 2012 - 3:30 p.m.
From their beginnings in Havana, Cuba to completion of graduate programs at Cleveland State University, prize-winners Gabriela Martinez , soprano, and Javier Gonzalez, piano, have charmed and thrilled audiences the world over with their lyricism and passion. This program promises to warm chilly January hearts!
The Wooster Chorus
Sunday, March 18, 2012—7:30 p.m.
This is not your ordinary college chorus! Founded in 1964, the acclaimed Wooster Chorus is comprised of undergraduate students representing all academic areas within The College of Wooster's liberal arts program. Under the direction of Dr. Lisa Wong Yozviak, the choir has been praised for its exceptional level of artistry, groundbreaking and engaging performances, and enthusiastic singing. With this concert the Wooster Chorus begins its annual week-long spring tour.