The Sound of America

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AmiciMusic returns with a thrilling program entitled “THE SOUND of AMERICA.” Pianist and Artistic Director Daniel Weiser will be joined by violinist Tim Schwarz from Philadelphia in this exciting exploration of the incredible diversity of our American sound. The program includes Spirituals and Ragtime as well as Blues-inspired works by W.C. Handy and William Grant Still, the Native-American inspirations of Charles Cadman, the Jewish influence on Ernest Bloch, the country fiddling in Aaron Copland, and the Latin rhythms in Bernstein’s West Side Story. Weiser and Schwarz served as the 1996 U.S. Artistic Ambassadors of Music for which they performed over 50 concerts in 11 countries in the Middle East and Southeast Asia showcasing our American music AmiciMusic is a chamber music organization based in Asheville and Baltimore dedicated to performing the highest quality chamber music in intimate venues and non-traditional spaces. This concert breaks down barriers between performers and audiences by setting up a more relaxed and informal atmosphere through informative talks about each composer’s life before each piece is played. AmiciMusic – Music Among Friends – Concerts in Asheville and Baltimore Add a VIP Ticket: Round out your concert experience by joining us from 5:45-6-45pm in the Museum’s Perspective Café for a pre-concert reception. Meet the musicians and your fellow concert goers while enjoying a drink and some light bites. Premium reserved seating for VIP ticket holders will allow you to join the concert just before start time. About the Musicians Since his solo debut with the legendary Philadelphia Orchestra at age nine, violinist Timothy Schwarz has had a brilliant career as a soloist, chamber musician, and pedagogue. Praised for his “energetic performances” (Rome News) and “technique beyond reproach” (Buffalo Times), Schwarz regularly performs throughout Europe, Asia, and the Americas as a soloist and chamber musician. His many recordings include the 2018…

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