John Kleshinski Concert Series Presents Kalliope Wind Quintet

JOHN KLESHINSKI CONCERT SERIES PRESENTS KALLIOPE WIND QUINTET

The Kalliope Reed Quintet, founded in 2019, is the first professional reed quintet in New England. As a contemporary chamber ensemble and one of the first 50 reed quintets worldwide, their mission is to expand and diversify the reed quintet repertoire and to further strengthen the role of contemporary chamber music in the 21st century by presenting unique, engaging and educational programs to communities locally and worldwide.

Persevering through the many unexpected challenges of 2020-21, Kalliope commissioned over 15 new works including many minority composers, arranged many more, presented a six concert online summer series in 2020 and a hybrid online/in person series in 2021, and performed in multiple international festivals. In 2022 they have an extended spring concert season, a Mexico tour, at least five premieres, many new collaborations, and their first album release followed by the recording of their second! To learn more visit www.kalliopereedquintet.com.

Program:

• Wildflower Quintet - I. Wildflowers by Jenni Brandon (b. 1977, USA)
• La Tierra no se vende by Eliane Aberdam (b. 1969, USA/France)
• Deep Waters, Distant Stars by Jon Russell (b. 1979, USA)

Intermission

• Tango Suite - I. Allegro libero by Astor Piazzolla (1921-1992, Argentina)
• Transoceánica by Miguel del Águila (b. 1957, Uruguay/USA)
• Momentos Peruanos by Daniel Cueto (b 1986, Peru/USA)
• Danzón no. 5, Portales de Madrugada by Arturo Marquez (b. 1950)

COVID-19 Policy:

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At this time, proof of vaccination is not required for entry to this event; however, City of Boston guidelines are subject to change. Well-fitted masks are required for all visitors ages 2 and up. For more information, please visit our website to review CMCB’s Health and Safety Guidelines.

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About the John Kleshinski Concert Series:

Named in memory of John Kleshinski, former CMCB Board President and student, the John Kleshinski Concert Series provides access to high-quality musical performances for all, aiming to present a diverse sampling of instruments and genres. This year the program focuses on works composed by women and POC composers.

Please join us at Community Music Center of Boston for musical performances of exceptional quality, featuring our Award-Winning faculty, guest artists and advanced students. Visit www.cmcb.org for additional information.

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