ACMF 2024: Voices for all Seasons (of life)

Embark on a captivating journey through time with the Appalachian Chamber Music Festival's "Voices for all Seaons (of life)" concert. Held in the beautiful Presbyterian Church of Shepherdstown, this program promises a vibrant tapestry of music that reflects on the seasons of life, from youthful vibrancy to nostalgia of greater age.

The evening opens with the playful energy of Strauss's "Capriccio," a piece shimmering with a youthful vibrancy. The delicate intimacy of "Morgen", “Zueignung” and “Allerseelen" also by Strauss, whisper with a touch of longing and represent some of the different seasons in life.

Prepare to be swept away by the powerful emotions of Max Bruch's Octet. This monumental work explores a kaleidoscope of human experience, just as the changing seasons bring a rich harvest of emotions. The virtuosic ensemble of eight musicians will bring this masterpiece to life, with a performance of breathtaking intensity.

Following intermission, we experience Vivaldi's iconic "Four Seasons", with an ACMF twist. This timeless masterpiece vividly paints a musical portrait with its vibrant melodies and dynamic energy, a testament to the enduring power of nature's artistry.

Join us at the Presbyterian Church in Shepherdstown and celebrate the beauty of nature's diverse expressions, captured in the timeless language of music.

Musicians

Violin | Martin Gwilym-Jones, Rachelle Hunt, Chris Jusell, Minju Kim, Audrey Pride
Viola | Sam Kelder, Danielle Wiebe Burke
Cello | Katie Tertell, Schuyler Slack
Bass | Sam Suggs

Program

Richard Strauss: Selections from the Vocal Repertoire
   Zueignung (Dedication), Op. 10, No. 1
   Allerseelen (All Souls’ Day), Op. 10, No. 8
   String Sextet from the Opera Capriccio, Op. 85
   Morgen! (Tomorrow!), Op. 27, No. 4

Max Bruch: String Octet in B-flat Major, Op. posth. (1920)
   Allegro moderato
   Adagio
   Allegro molto

-intermission-

Antonio Vivaldi: The Four Seasons, Op. 8
  Spring. Allegro - Largo e pianissimo sempre - Allegro pastorale
   Summer. Allegro non molto - Adagio e piano. Presto e forte - Presto
   Autumn. Allegro - Adagio molto - Allegro
   Winter. Allegro non molto - Largo - Allegro

Please note: All anticipated programs and musicians are subject to changes