University of Surrey Music Concert Listings Autumn 2010
Monday 20 September 2010
Lunchtime Recital
Take a mid-day break, relax or be invigorated by these short recitals. Feel free to pop down during your lunch break, if only for 20 minutes, as you may come and go between performers. Normally given by undergraduate and postgraduate students specialising in performance, the repertoire at these concerts is extremely varied. It’s a great opportunity to hear some familiar and not so well known works. Programmes for these events are not usually available in advance but can be emailed to you a few days before the recital. To join the e-list please email: j.harber@surrey.ac.uk
Wed 06 Oct, 1:10 p.m.
Wed 13 Oct, 1:10 p.m.
Wed 20 Oct, 1:10 p.m.
Wed 27 Oct, 1:10 p.m.
Wed 03 Nov, 1:10 p.m.
Wed 10 Nov, 1:10 p.m.
Wed 15 Nov, 1:10 p.m.
Wed 17 Nov, 1:10 p.m.
Wed 24 Nov, 1:10 p.m.
Wed 01 Dec, 1:10 p.m.
Wed 08 Dec, 1:10 p.m.
Wed 15 Dec, 1:10 p.m.
PATS Studio One, University of Surrey, Guildford, GU2 7XH
www.surrey.ac.uk/arts/music
Admission Free
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Maureen Bonello piano
PhD student Maureen Bonello will perform her final recital with a programme including Voříšek, Schubert, Beethoven and Hummel.
Mon 18 Oct, 7:30 p.m.
PATS Studio One, University of surrey, Guildford, GU2 7XH
www.surrey.ac.uk/arts/music
Admission Free
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austraLYSIS
Returning to the UK for the first time in many years, Australian based ensemble austraLYSIS is an international sound and intermedia group, creating, performing and producing new work, composed and improvised. Their performance at the University represents a rare opportunity to hear (and see) live a body of significant work from Australia, as well as an exceptional group of improvisers and performers, directed by the highly regarded composer-improviser and research academic, Roger Dean.
Fri 22 Oct, 7:30 p.m.
www.surrey.ac.uk/arts/music
Tickets: £6, £3 concessions, free to University of Surrey students
University Box Office: 01483 686 876
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Eighth British Contemporary Piano Competition
Founder and Artistic Director Philip Mead MA ARAM
The British Contemporary Piano Competition was founded in 1988 by Philip Mead to promote contemporary piano music and to help the careers of those pianists who wish to play it. The competition is unique in dealing only with piano music of the last hundred years with an emphasis on music composed since 1976. Competitors come from all over the world and half the repertoire is own choice, so the pianists bring their own favourite pieces, which adds a truly international flavour to the whole event. Many of today’s leading contemporary pianists have been past prize winners and eminent musicians serve on the jury.
Thu 28 – Sun 31 Oct
www.surrey.ac.uk/arts/music
Admission Free to Preliminary Rounds and Workshop
Admission to Final Performances and Adjudication: £10 adult and senior citizens, £5 concessions, free to University of Surrey Students
University Box Office: 01483 686 876
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Swarm
Devised by composer Neil Luck and choreographer Aya Kobayashi, and developed during an intensive week of rehearsals with student composers, musicians, choreographers and dancers, this performance marks the culmination of a collaborative project between the Department of Music and Sound Recording, and Department of Dance, Film and Theatre. Concerned with investigating methods of tactile and non-tactile interaction between dancers and musicians, Swarm will explore the possibilities of breaking down the differences between musician and dancer by finding potential areas of overlap and communication, attempting to redefine the role of ‘performer’ as something more flexible, malleable, and collaborative.
Fri 19 Nov, 7:30 p.m.
PATS Dance Studio, University of Surrey, Guildford, GU2 7XH
www.surrey.ac.uk/arts/music
Admission Free
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University of Surrey Chamber Choir and Orchestra
HAYDN
Paukenmesse
BACH
Motet ‘Komm, Jesu, komm’, BWV229
PERGOLESI/DURANTE
Magnificat
The magnificent Paukenmesse, also known as the Mass in Time of War, was one of a series of major works Haydn composed in the 1790s towards the very end of his life; music full of the vitality of youth and the wisdom of old age. Please note the Haydn will be performed liturgically as part of the communion service, starting at 9:45 a.m.
The grandeur of Bach's unaccompanied motet is set against the bright colours of Pergolesi's beautiful Magnificat, now thought to be the work of his teacher Francesco Durante. Both these works will be performed in a short concert at 11:30 a.m., following on from the service.
Sun 21 Nov, 9:45 a.m.
Haslemere Parish Church, Derby Road, Haslemere
www.surrey.ac.uk/arts/music
Admission Free
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University of Surrey Big Band
The University of Surrey’s award-winning and talented Big Band returns to Studio One with another lively and fun-filled programme of Big Band standards through Latin jazz to modern funk.
Fri 26 Nov, 8:00 p.m.
PATS Studio One, University of Surrey, Guildford, GU2 7XH
www.surrey.ac.uk/arts/music
Tickets: £6, £4 concessions, £3 University of Surrey Students
University Box Office: 01483 686 876
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Ensembles Concert 1
Student conductors direct an entertaining and diverse programme of classical works for ensembles and small orchestras. The first Ensembles Concert of this academic year, it offers a great opportunity to hear an interesting range of works played with enthusiasm and verve. Please email j.harber@surrey.ac.uk nearer the date for a full programme.
Wed 1 Dec, 7:30 p.m.
PATS Studio One, University of Surrey, Guildford, GU2 7XH
www.surrey.ac.uk/arts/music
Admission Free
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The Fidelio Trio
Programme:
TOM ARMSTRONG Divertissements (World Première)
MICHAEL NYMAN Time Will Pronounce
EVAN ZIPORYN Typical Music
plus music by student composers selected from workshops with The Fidelio Trio
The ‘virtuosic Fidelio Trio’ (The Sunday Times) presents a vigorous and colourful programme of works for piano trio including the world première of Tom Armstrong’s Divertissements. This year the Trio has recorded the complete Michael Nyman piano trios for MN Records, and performed them at Huddersfield Festival. They gave the UK première of Evan Ziporyn’s Typical Music, which they will perform at New York’s Symphony Space, during their US tour in February 2011. This concert also features music by student composers from the University of Surrey chosen from workshops with the Trio.
Fri 3 Dec, 7:30 p.m.
PATS Studio One, University of Surrey, Guildford, GU2 7XH
www.surrey.ac.uk/arts/music
Tickets: £10, £8 senior citizens, £5 concessions
University Box Office: 01483 686 876
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University of Surrey Chorus and Orchestra
Programme:
FINZI Et In Terra Pax
MAHLER Symphony No 4 in G Major
Conductor Russell Keable
Finzi's choral cantata, setting words by Robert Bridges and verses from St Luke's Gospel, brings vividly to life the chill of Christmas night in the fields and the sudden exhilaration of the Angels' message to the shepherds.
Following on from recent outstanding performances, including Shostakovich's 5th last December and Beethoven's 9th at Guildford Cathedral in February, the University Symphony Orchestra will perform Mahler's glowing and optimistic 4th Symphony.
Sat 04 Dec, 7:30 p.m.
St. Saviour’s Church, Woodbridge Road, Guildford, GU1 4QD.
www.surrey.ac.uk/arts/music
Tickets: £10, £5 students
University Box Office: 01483 686 876
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Carol Service
This atmospheric service welcomes the start of Christmas. Join the University community to sing some favourite carols and to hear first performances of new carols written by students from the Department of Music and Sound Recording.
Wed 08 Dec, 5:30 p.m.
Guildford Cathedral, Guildford
www.surrey.ac.uk/arts/music
Admission Free
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Free For All
An informal and fun evening that showcases the enormous range of musical styles and the huge talents of the various bands and performers within the Department of Music and Sound Recording. One of the most popular student concerts in the calendar, in its short history this concert has outgrown PATS and Wates House, and so, for the third year running, the students will stage a large scale concert in the University Hall. We can’t describe an evening which might include folk music, rock and pop, cover versions or new works, experimental jazz, electronic improvisation, solo singer/songwriters…All that is certain is that it will be a spectacular, eclectic show. Please arrive early or buy in advance to guarantee entry.
Sun 12 Dec, 7:30 p.m.
University Hall, University of Surrey, Guildford, GU2 7XH
www.surrey.ac.uk/arts/music
Tickets: £3
University Box Office: 01483 686 876
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University of Surrey Students’ Union Wind Band
The USSU Wind Band returns for another end of term extravaganza, performing a variety of favourites from show songs to specially composed Wind Band pieces. The concert will feature student conductors and soloists. Anticipate a fun evening.
Mon 13 Dec, 7:30 p.m.
PATS Studio One, University of Surrey, Guildford, GU2 7XH
www.surrey.ac.uk/arts/music
Admission Free
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On Angel Wings
Narrated by Michael Morpurgo and actress Jenny Agutter
with music by Coope Boyes and Simpson, Fi Fraser, Jo Freya and Georgina Boyes
Grandpa tells the tale of the little boy who stays behind to look after the sheep after the other shepherds rush to Bethlehem. A touching re-telling of the Christmas story and a magical treat for all the family at the start of the Christmas week.
Children are very welcome to come dressed as shepherds or angels.
Michael Morpurgo is one of the UK's best-loved authors and storytellers. He has written well over 100 books, winning numerous awards. Many of Michael's books have been adapted for the stage, including the phenomenally successful War Horse, soon to be filmed by Steven Spielberg. Michael was appointed Children's Laureate in 2003, a post he helped to set up with his friend Ted Hughes in 1999.
Tickets: Premium Seats: £17.50 adult, £12.50 children, £50 family (2 adults, 2 children)
Regular: £15 adult, £10 children, £45 family
Tue 21 Dec, 7:30 p.m.
Guildford Cathedral, Guildford
www.surrey.ac.uk/arts/music
Cathedral Box Office: 01483 547860
www.guildford-cathedral.org/worship/boxoffice
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Bizet’s Carmen
Guildford Cathedral, Guildford
The University Symphony Orchestra and Choir will give a concert performance of Bizet’s Carmen in the beautiful setting of Guildford Cathedral. Last year’s triumphant performance of Beethoven’s Symphony No 9 sold out so book tickets now to avoid disappointment.
Sat 19 Feb 2011, 7:30 p.m.
www.surrey.ac.uk/arts/music
Tickets: £12, £10 senior citizens, £5 concessions
University Box Office: 01483 686 876
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