Staller Center for the Arts

David Finckel and Philip Setzer, both members of the Emerson String Quartet, join the acclaimed pianist Wu Han to bring this beautiful Schubert program to Staller Center. The program includes the Piano Trio No. 1 in B-flat Major, D. 898 and Piano Trio No. 2 in Eflat Major, D. 929.

In a note about the recording of the ...Schubert Trios on ArtistLed, David Finckel writes, “The Schubert Trios Project recording is the result of long-standing relationships between the three of us and the music of Schubert. Long before I became a member of the Emerson String Quartet, Phil and I played the Schubert Trios together. Phil's performances of Schubert—as natural and heartfelt as one could imagine, have been musical highpoints of our lives...In this recording, and the performances surrounding it, we pay tribute to the genius of Schubert, and share with listeners our joy in making music together.”

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The crispness in the air beckons. Enjoy a night of classical music chosen by Stony Brook’s acclaimed artists-in-residence. Musicians who perform at leading concert halls the world over bring their musical talents to Staller Center for a one-of-a-kind concert. Performers include Gilbert Kalish, piano; Alan Kay, clarinet...; Frank Morelli, bassoon; and Colin Carr, cello. The program will feature Messiaen's Quartet for the End of Time. Complete program to be announced.

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Half cabaret, half circus, this beautiful “theater without words” from Finland mixes traditional circus arts such as juggling and aerial work with innovative cabaret theater, movement and charming humor. Circo Aereo’s brilliant production of theater with a profoundly human touch has received critical acclaim throughout... Europe. In their first U.S. tour, these pioneers of New Circus debut their latest and most famous work, “Espresso,” after having enthralled audiences all over the world. Come and partake of this cirque cabaret “treasure chest” with beautiful sights, meticulous joint efforts, and inventive surprises.

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Joan Osborne performs with gospel blues band The Holmes Brothers and Mississippi heartland singer Paul Thorn in a soulful evening of pops and blues, with individual sets and musical collaborations.

Joan’s first hit single was "One of Us." Then came five Grammy nominations, the Lilith Fair tour, and tours with The Dixie ...Chicks and lead-singing with The Dead. She performed in the film Standing in the Shadows of Motown, followed by a tour with The Funk Brothers, as well as such notables as Taj Mahal, Luciano Pavarotti, Spearhead, Bob Dylan, Stevie Wonder, and Melissa Etheridge. Her latest CD is Little Wild One.

The Holmes Brothers mix Saturday night's roadhouse rock with the gospel fervor and harmonies of Sunday's church service. Their most recent CDs are Simple Truths and State of Grace. They have recorded with Van Morrison, Peter Gabriel, Willie Nelson, Rosanne Cash, and Levon Helm.

Paul Thorn and his 2008 release “A Long Way from Tupelo” prompted the San Francisco Chronicle to write “The real deal comes along infrequently these days. . . word of a record this good will spread.”

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Famous for its brightly colored costumes, the unity of content and form, and its staging—romantic, elevated, passionate and exciting—this renowned folk dance ensemble of 85 dancers and musicians has been warmly received by audiences everywhere. The ensemble’s magnificent chore...ography and diverse programming embrace the exquisite charm of Ukrainian folk dancing, the wisdom and humor of its people, and the beauty and wealth of the country’s traditions. First class performances, expressive dancers, exquisite movement, and a wealth of music have made the Virsky Ukrainian National Dance Company a show that must be seen!

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Michael Cooper is an eye-popping visual artist and virtuoso mime whose exquisite performances have dazzled audiences for almost thirty years. His one-man extravaganza combines his breathtaking handcrafted masks, original stories of courage and wonder, outlandish stilt dancing and a physical repertoire that ranges from ...the madcap to the sublime. Taking up to three hundred hours to produce a single paper or cloth mask, Michael has elevated this most ancient of theatre crafts to the level of fine art. The unending enthusiasm of this masked marvel captivates both young and old.

Appropriate for children in kindergarten through sixth grade. A question and answer period will follow the performance.

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January 23 8:00pm & 24 7:00pm

All six of Bach’s Brandenburg Concertos will be played by the Aulos Ensemble and their special guests in two concerts. Enjoy these lively Baroque masterpieces known for their influence on musicians throughout the centuries. Your ticket purchase to hear all the Brandenburgs includes a reserv...ed seat for both evenings.

Now in its fourth decade, the Aulos Ensembles’ musicianship is legendary. Formed in 1973 by five Juilliard graduates, the Aulos Ensemble was at the forefront of a movement that was to capture the imagination of the American listening public. With the release of their recording, “Masterpieces of the High Baroque,” Aulos’ reputation for exhilarating performances informed with scholarly insight was firmly established.

The Aulos Ensemble includes Christopher Krueger, flute; Marc Schachman, oboe; Linda Quan, violin; Myron Lutzke, cello; and Arthur Haas, harpsichord.

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C.P.E. Bach, son of Johann Sebastian Bach, described life in his father’s home as a “musical beehive.” It must have been, because J.S. Bach had 21 children. Many went on to successful professional musical careers, with Carl Philip Emmanuel and Johann Christian enjoying greater fame during their lifetimes than their fat...her. The family music making, along with impromptu get-togethers with friends, must have been extraordinary indeed. Members of the Aulos Ensemble will have some fun pretending to be members of the Bach family, treating us to Bach favorites, in this one-hour program specifically for young school-age musicians.

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Groovaloo—the spectacular 2009 winner of NBC’s hit TV show International Superstars of Dance—comes to the Staller stage! Combining the authenticity of A Chorus Line in freestyle/hip hop with the heart and energy of Stomp and a touch of Bring in ‘Da Noise, Bring in ‘Da Funk, this troupe embarks on a journey of passion a...nd purpose through the diverse world of hip hop dance. Based on their true-to-life experiences as told by the dancers who lived them, the show’s intertwined stories chronicle the struggles, hopes and triumphs of the 14-member cast as they discover the true meaning of family and share what it’s like to be “in the circle.” You won’t want to miss this hippest, hottest touring sensation!

“Groovaloo has the power to leave an audience slack-jawed and utterly blown away…I’m still not sure I believe what I saw or that human beings can move with that kind of precision and abandon.” (Los Angeles Daily News)

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Join us as Staller Center welcomes stars from the 50th Anniversary tour of the Monterey Jazz Festival. Elegant playing, sensitive melodies and infectious rhythms inspired The Los Angeles Times to name KENNY BARRON “one of the top jazz pianists in the world” and Jazz Weekly to call him “the most lyrical piano player of ...our time.” Early in his career, Barron played with Dizzy Gillespie, James Hubbard, Stanley Turrentine, Milt Jackson, and Buddy Rich.

Returning to Staller, violinist REGINA CARTER “creates music that is wonderfully listenable, probingly intelligent and, at times, breathtakingly daring—taking the listener into the future of jazz” noted Time magazine. Carter has performed with symphony orchestras across the country, recorded with such artists as Aretha Franklin and Mary J. Blige, and won acclaim for her solos on Wynton Marsalis’ Blood on the Fields tour and Cassandra Wilson’s Travelin’ Miles concert at Lincoln Center.

With seven Grammy nominations and six consecutive years at the top of the Down Beat Critics’ and Jazz Times readers’ polls, KURT ELLING has attained elite status in the jazz world before reaching the age of 40. His rich baritone voice spans four octaves and displays an astonishing technical facility and emotional depth, inspiring the San Francisco Chronicle to call him “the most flamboyantly creative jazz singer to emerge in the last decade.”

Guitarist RUSSELL MALONE has toured internationally with Diana Krall, receiving critical acclaim in his role as Diana's right hand both in concert and on her recordings. Russell was a featured performer in Robert Altman's film Kansas City, and has toured or recorded with Harry Connick, Jr., Bucky Pizzarelli, Branford Marsalis, Kenny Barron, Cyrus Chestnut and Patti Austin.

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Cape Breton fiddler Natalie MacMaster is one of the most versatile and exciting young musicians on both the Folk and Celtic music scenes. MacMaster’s many projects have seen her collaborate and perform with Alison Krauss, the Chieftains, Paul Simon, and Pavarotti. Now in a rare joint-performance with her husband, celeb...rated fiddler Donnell Leahy (returning to Staller after an acclaimed 2009 performance with his Leahy family) you will experience a Celtic concert that will bring you to your feet! Don’t miss the foot-tapping rave-ups, heart-wrenching ballads, and worldclass step dancing of this collaboration. Hear the fruits of this renowned musical matrimony during an unforgettable evening with the “Masters of the Fiddle.”

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It may still be winter, but spring can’t be far behind. Enjoy an array of chamber music masterpieces that may conjure up images of lions and lambs, performed by the distinguished, award-winning artists at Stony Brook University. These sought-after performers have hundreds of recordings among them, encompassing the most... famous classical repertory, 20th century masterworks and new compositions. With Soovin Kim, violin; Katherine Murdock, viola; Colin Carr, cello; Kurt Muroki, double bass; Eduardo Leandro, percussion; and Christina Dahl, piano. Brahms' Sextet No. 2 will be featured on the program. Complete program to be announced.

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Celebrate the spirit of St. Patrick with this performance of British Army bands at their finest. In 2010, The Band of the Irish Guards and the Royal Regiment of Scotland is making its debut tour of the United States of America with Major S.C. Barnwell, Music Director. Enjoy the band that played for the Queen's 80th B...irthday Celebration in Windsor, and who regularly plays at state ceremonial occasions at Buckingham Palace including Investitures, State Visits, Royal Weddings, Guards of Honour, Royal Garden Parties and, of course, The Queen's Birthday Parade (Trooping the Colour). The celebrated Irish Guards and Royal Regiment, bedecked in colorful traditional uniforms, promise to give the audience the same morale-boosting performance given to the troops.

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