The Red Violin
Chase away the dreary winter blues on February 7 when a music program centered around the classic Canadian film The Red Violin takes place at the Chilliwack Cultural Centre. The dynamic energy of the Bergmann Duo pianists, the intimate atmosphere of a classical morning music concert, and the dazzling sound of violinist Jasper Wood combine in an inspirational show that you will not want to miss!
Featuring the music from John Corigliano’s film, The Red Violin, this enticing program will warm your heart and spirit. This morning concert will also contain pieces from concerto movements by Antonio Vicaldi, also known as The Red Priest, as well as the energetic Road Movies by John Adams. Join Wood and the Bergmann duo as they charm you through this incredible selection of music in the wonderfully intimate setting of the Rotary Hall Studio Theatre.
Brilliant Canadian violinist Jasper Wood has performed with many of North America’s finest orchestras, in cities such as Toronto, Montreal, Winnipeg, Buffalo, and throughout Europe. The Toronto Star has said “Wood’s open luminous tones, seamless lines and impeccable technique charmed the ears, conjuring almost vocal sounds from music he shaped with seductive tenderness.”
Marcel and Elizabeth Bergmann have performed their piano concerts internationally throughout North America and Europe, have made several recordings for CBC Radio and are the founding members of the International Piano Quartet. The married couple met at Hochschule für Musik und Theater, a music university in Hannover, Germany. The two studied separately but grew into partners, establishing a new program of study for duo piano at their school. Elizabeth and Marcel have an extraordinary list of triumphs, including first prize at the International Music Competition in Caltanissetta, Italy and were honoured at The 4th Murray Dranoff International Two Piano Competition.
The morning concerts offer a very close and personal experience, with complimentary coffee, tea, and refreshments. “It is great that the series is established and we can get to know people in each of the communities,” Elizabeth said. “A lot of people have heard us with the Vancouver Chamber Choir or the Vancouver Bach Choir or at the Orpheum, but not everyone can travel. It is wonderful to have opportunities like this and perform locally.”
“This format is becoming more and more popular as many people don’t like to drive at night, and they love the fact that they can find classical music in their own community.” Marcel continues. “In addition, they enjoy the “up close and personal” aspect of the concert.”
The vibrancy of Wood’s violin and the Bergmann Duo’s energetic piano skills will make The Red Violin an unforgettable morning concert that will soon make you forget all about the chill of winter.
The Red Violin is coming to the Chilliwack Cultural Centre on February 7, 2020 at 10:30 am. Tickets are $27, and can be purchased at the Centre Box Office, online at www.chilliwackculturalcentre.ca, or by calling 604-391-SHOW(7469).
