Sarnia Concert Association 2008-2009 Series

2008-2009 Concert Series

Date	Time	Artist (click for more details)	Venue
October 1, 2008	7:30 PM	Minsoo Sohn, piano	Imperial Theatre, Sarnia
November 5, 2008	7:30 PM	Sinfonia Toronto	Imperial Theatre, Sarnia
January 28, 2009	7:30 PM	Giles Tomkins, baritone, with Kathryn Tremills, piano	Imperial Theatre, Sarnia
March 4, 2009	7:30 PM	Canadian Brass	Imperial Theatre, Sarnia
April 1, 2009	7:30 PM	St. Lawrence String Quartet	Imperial Theatre, Sarnia

Short Descriptions of the Artists

Name

Description

Minsoo Sohn, piano

For a truly electrifying and astonishing performance, Minsoo Sohn is a must see. Pianist extraordinaire, winner of multiple prestigious international piano competitions, Minsoo Sohn has appeared as solo recitalist and concerto soloist with numerous famous orchestras, including the Boston Symphony and Boston Pops. Sohn’s performance is... "delicate, sensitive, passionate, intense, elegant”. What a great start to our season!

Sinfonia Toronto

Under Maestro Arman’s inspired direction, Sinfonia Toronto’s unique approach is to blend the virtuosity of the musicians, who all play with the passion and dazzle of soloists, into one brilliant ensemble. Since 1999, Sonfonia Toronto and its Music Director Nurhan Arman have delighted audiences with some of the most beautiful repertoire ever written for chamber orchestra. Be part of this evening’s “treasured experience”.

Giles Tomkins with Kathryn Tremills

Chase away the winter blues with a relaxing evening of heart-warming music performed by acclaimed Canadian bass-baritone, Giles Tomkins. His magnetic voice and impeccable performance standards attract crossover listeners and classical purists on both sides of the Atlantic. This event will also showcase the superb talents of Kathryn Tremills who will accompany Giles, her husband, on the piano.

Canadian Brass

For almost four decades the five virtuosi of the world’s most famous brass quintet have been captivating millions of music lovers around the globe with their congenial charm, keen wit and incomparable musicianship. In a fun-filled atmosphere, classical, jazz or pop music is performed with enthusiasm and technical virtuosity. A high-spirited evening with superb entertainment by the Canadian Brass is sure to charm you.

St. Lawrence String Quartet

Since their genesis in Toronto in 1989, the SLSQ players have wowed audiences worldwide with their expressiveness and extensive, vibrant repertoire. Whether at the Lincoln Center, the White House, a university or elementary school classroom, the four musicians of the SLSQ maintain a strong, passionate desire to share the wonders of chamber music with their listeners. Don’t miss this - the excitement of music is here just waiting for you!

Name	Description
Minsoo Sohn, piano	For a truly electrifying and astonishing performance, Minsoo Sohn is a must see. Pianist extraordinaire, winner of multiple prestigious international piano competitions, Minsoo Sohn has appeared as solo recitalist and concerto soloist with numerous famous orchestras, including the Boston Symphony and Boston Pops. Sohn’s performance is... "delicate, sensitive, passionate, intense, elegant”. What a great start to our season!
Sinfonia Toronto	Under Maestro Arman’s inspired direction, Sinfonia Toronto’s unique approach is to blend the virtuosity of the musicians, who all play with the passion and dazzle of soloists, into one brilliant ensemble. Since 1999, Sonfonia Toronto and its Music Director Nurhan Arman have delighted audiences with some of the most beautiful repertoire ever written for chamber orchestra. Be part of this evening’s “treasured experience”.
Giles Tomkins with Kathryn Tremills	Chase away the winter blues with a relaxing evening of heart-warming music performed by acclaimed Canadian bass-baritone, Giles Tomkins. His magnetic voice and impeccable performance standards attract crossover listeners and classical purists on both sides of the Atlantic. This event will also showcase the superb talents of Kathryn Tremills who will accompany Giles, her husband, on the piano.
Canadian Brass	For almost four decades the five virtuosi of the world’s most famous brass quintet have been captivating millions of music lovers around the globe with their congenial charm, keen wit and incomparable musicianship. In a fun-filled atmosphere, classical, jazz or pop music is performed with enthusiasm and technical virtuosity. A high-spirited evening with superb entertainment by the Canadian Brass is sure to charm you.
St. Lawrence String Quartet	Since their genesis in Toronto in 1989, the SLSQ players have wowed audiences worldwide with their expressiveness and extensive, vibrant repertoire. Whether at the Lincoln Center, the White House, a university or elementary school classroom, the four musicians of the SLSQ maintain a strong, passionate desire to share the wonders of chamber music with their listeners. Don’t miss this - the excitement of music is here just waiting for you!

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Last update: April 7, 2008
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