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Now in its sixteenth season, the New York Viola
Society continues to present programs of depth and imagination,
offering new and rarely heard works along with more standard repertoire.
Past Events in our 2007-2008 Season:
Patricia McCarty, Viola
Eric Larsen, Piano
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October 15, 2007 at 7:30 p.m. at Christ and St. Stephen's Church,
120 West 69th Street
Music for viola and piano by Bach, Arthur Benjamin, Robert Fuchs, Harry Taub and Bernstein/Rosen
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"Fire and Ice"
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December 2, 2007 at 7:30 p.m. at Christ and St. Stephen's Church
An evening of viola music from New Zealand, Argentina, Iceland, Scandinavia, Russia.....
and other lands of fire and ice; performers to include Tim Deighton,
Nardo Poy, Margret Hjaltested, Dan Avshalomov and Shmuel Katz
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A Collegial Concert
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January 20, 2008 at 2:30 p.m. at Donnell Library Center, 20
W. 53rd St., between 5th and 6th Avenues
Our annual event at the library. Free admission!
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2008 Exposition of Fine Violas and Viola Bows by American Makers
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February 4, 2008 from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at the Church of St.
Paul & St. Andrew, 263 West 86th Street (between Broadway and
West End Avenue)
Featuring the work of local luthiers including Robert Isley,
Andrea Hoffman-Simmel, Charles Rufino, Geoffrey
Ovington, Philip Perret, Guy Rabut, Alexander Tulchinsky,
Jason Viseltear and David Wiebe and bowmakers Stephen
and William Salchow.
Instruments and bows will be demonstrated by Craig
Mumm, Associate Principal Viola of the Metropolitan
Opera Orchestra.
Ample time will be provided for
attendees to try the various instruments and bows.
NYVS ViolaFest 2008
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April 6, 2008 at 1:00 p.m. at the Bloomingdale School of Music, 323 West 108th
Street (west of Broadway)
Come Play!
Throughout the afternoon, participants will be able to play through
large works for viola ensemble, including pieces performed at
our Concerts. All are welcome. Bring your instrument!
Lecture/Demonstrations:
The noted luthier Guy Rabut will speak about the Care and Repair
of Instruments. Join us and find out how to keep your treasured
possession in shape.
Viola Clinic:
Sign up for a viola clinic and have your playing diagnosed by a
professional. (12:30 - Advance reservation required.)
Get Together:
Refreshments will be available during the sessions. A reception
will follow the afternoonís activities. Rendezvous with old friends,
and meet new ones!
Mixed Doubles II: Kathryn Lockwood and Sheila Browne
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May 18, 2008 at 7:30 p.m. at Good Shepherd-Faith Presbyterian Church,
152 West 66th Street (west of Broadway)
Featuring performances by Kathryn Lockwood with percussionist Yousif Sheronick and
Sheila Browne with cellist Cheng-Hou Lee.
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