Art and Music

5:30pm - Pre-concert talk with Jordan Burke
6 pm - Concert
7 pm - Add-on (or purchase alone): Ticketed dinner (prix-fixe, 3 courses) at Bistro 112! 

(Tickets for 8:30 pm concert available >> CLICK HERE)

Art curation by Dr. Jordan Burke

Following last year's resounding success, our Art and Music concert returns – bigger and better! This year, experience a captivating double bill featuring the interplay of Art, Music, and Film.

This hour-long concert of chamber masterpieces, both classic and contemporary have been chosen for their evocative imagery. These sonic landscapes will be amplified by powerful artwork displayed on the big screen, expertly curated by Jordan Burke. Arrive early to hear Jordan's insightful pre-concert talk, exploring the visual selections and their connection to the music.

A highlight of the concert will be the premiere of Karen Walwyn’s new string quartet, commissioned by ACMF 2025 and inspired by the life and art of Jefferson County native, Patty Willis. Her stunning paintings will be uniquely integrated into this performance. From Saariaho’s shimmering "Changing Light" to Beethoven's iconic B-flat major quartet, prepare to be immersed in a world where music and art converge.

Enhance your evening with a special prix-fixe three-course private ticketed dinner at Bistro 112, available exclusively for ACMF patrons after the show. Choose to attend the concert individually or as part of the expanded double bill - return at 8:30 pm for "Film & Music" featuring the 1911 Italian silent film "L'Inferno" with an original score for violin and bass by composer and violinist Dominic Salerni with Sam Suggs.

Performers

Violin | Audrey Gray, Martin Gwilym-Jones, Rachelle Hunt, Chris Jusell, Dominic Salerni
Viola | Sam Kelder, Danielle Wiebe-Burke
Cello | Katie Tertell, Schuyler Slack
Double Bass | Sam Suggs
Baritone | Thomas Coltman

Program

Saariaho - Changing Light

Beethoven - String Quartet No. 6 in B-flat major, Op. 18, No. 6 (1st mvt)
     Allegro con brio

Rufus Reid - String Quartet No. 1
     Adagio
     Animated
     Adagio

Karen Walwyn - New Work, world-premiere, second performance

Kenji Bunch - String Circle
     I. Lowdown

Please note: Anticipated program and musicians are subject to changes.