AmiciMusic now in its sixth year of presenting high-quality intimate chamber music programs in the region, will present four great shows in July in numerous venues: By George, Jazzical 3, Guitar Gusto and Live from the USO.
Experience chamber music the way it was meant to be heard, in an actual “chamber” with food and drink. Artistic Director Daniel Weiser aims to break down all barriers between performers and audience by establishing a relaxed, intimate and informal atmosphere in which he tells fun and informative stories about each composer before the works are played.
By George — Thursday, July 7, 7:30pm —AmiciMusic Artistic Director and pianist Daniel Weiser will present this solo piano show on the life and music of George Gershwin including arrangements of “Rhapsody in Blue” and “An American in Paris.” One night only.
Performance will be at the home of Kristie and Doug Doll at 309 Mountain Laurel Rd on Buffalo Mountain in East Asheville. Cost is $25, which includes light food and drink. Reservations required and seating is limited.
Jazzical 3 — Features the return of more exciting music by Claude Bolling, the wonderful French classical/jazz crossover composer.
This program will feature movements from his two Flute Suites, written for Jean-Pierre Rampal, as well as from his Cello Suite, written for Yo-Yo Ma. Both contain an interesting mix of classical melodies interspersed with fun jazz improvisation passages.
In addition, they will play a fantastic Sonata Latino by composer Mike Mower. The performers will be Lea Kibler, flute; Franklin Keel, cello; Daniel Weiser, piano; Will Beasley, bass; and Justin Watt, drums. This program can be heard in four venues:
Friday, July 8 at 7:30pm— — House Concert in Hendersonville, $35 includes delicious food and drink. Amazing panaromic views and a 9ft grand piano from 1892. At 1998 Randy Dr. in Hendersonville (hosted by Daniel Angerstein and Jerry Schulz).
Saturday, July 9 at 3pm — Nightingale Loft at 52 Broadway in Asheville, a new and intimate performance space next to Mellow Mushroom. Cost is $25, includes light food and drink. Reservations required and seating is limited.
Saturday, July 9 at 7pm — Isis Restaurant in West Asheville, $15 for the concert. Great food and drink also available. Seats for concert alone online at www.isisasheville.com. Reservations for dinner are strongly recommended by calling Isis at (828)575-2737
Sunday, July 10 at 2pm — White Horse, Black Mountain, $15in advance, $20 at the door. Children are free. Reserve at www.whitehorseblackmountain.com or by calling White Horse at (828)669-0816
Guitar Gusto — Featuring guitarist Steve Newbrough and pianist Daniel Weiser performing an eclectic mix of music by Boccherini, Diabelli, Castelnuovo-Tedesco and Rodrigo. Steve Newbrough has performed across the country, on television and the radio with the internationally-acclaimed Minneapolis Guitar Quartet.
He is also the Executive Director of The Summit Academy of Music in Asheville.
Daniel Weiser, the founder and Artistic Director of AmiciMusic, was the 1996 U.S. Artistic Ambassador of Music and has performed in over 20 countries, including Egypt, Thailand, Sri Lanka, and France. There will be four performances of this program:
Friday, July 22 at 7pm — Isis Restaurant in West Asheville. (See above for info)
Saturday, July 23 at 3pm — White Horse Black Mountain (See above for info)
Saturday, July 23 at 7:30pm — House Concert in Hendersonville (See above)
Sunday, July 24 at 3:00pm — All Soul’s Cathedral in Biltmore Village. An historic and beautiful Church in the heart of Asheville with great acoustics. $20 for general and $15 for Church members at the door. Children are free. Discount seats in advance at www.amicimusic.org.”
Live from the USO — Sunday, July 24 at 6pm (cocktails at 6pm and concert at 7pm) —AmiciMusic presents a Fundraiser for the Saluda Depot (to save the historic train station) at the beautiful Orchard Inn in Saluda.
This is an encore performance with soprano Amanda Horton, baritone Jonathan Ross and pianist Daniel Weiser. The program includes songs from the World War II era, including “Chatanooga Choo-Choo,” “Sentimental Journey” and “Moonlight Serenade” as well as scenes from Rodgers and Hammerstein’s “South Pacific.” Seats are $50, which includes delicious hors d’oeuvres.
Cash bar also available.
For tickets or further information please visit www.amicimusic.org