2013 Spring Concert Series

Photo: Felix Broede
March 21, 2013 | 7:30pm
John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, Terrace Theater

Viola

Violist Ori Kam was born in La Jolla, CA, and grew up between the US and Israel. He has performed as soloist on some of the world's premier stages and has performed extensively throughout the Americas, Europe, Asia and Israel.

 
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March 26, 2013 | 7:30pm
Evermay

Violin & Viola

Violist Ori Kam has performed extensively throughout the US, Europe, and Israel. Ms. Kawakubo has performed numerous recitals in Japan, Spain, Germany, and Israel. Both S&R Foundation Washington Award winners, the duo is excited to appear together at Evermay as part of the Overtures Spring Concert Series!

 
March 31, 2013 | 6:00pm
John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, Millennium Stage

Composer Percussionist

Andy Akiho and the Mivos Quartet team up in an exquisite and vibrant collaboration at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. As a percussionist, Andy Akiho has performed with numerous ensembles such as the South Carolina Philharmonic Orchestra. The Mivos Quartet is devoted to performing the works of contemporary composers, presenting new music to diverse audiences.

 
Photo: Steffen Jänicke
April 1, 2013 | 7:30pm
John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, Terrace Theater

Piano

As one of the most noted young pianists in the world, Yu Kosuge has worked with leading European orchestras including the NDR Symphony Orchestra Hamburg and Orchestre Philharmonique de Radio France. She has released nine CDs and records exclusively on the SONY label. 

 
Photo: Bobby Quillard
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April 4, 2013 | 7:30pm
Evermay

Piano

Keiko Matsui tours relentlessly and has brought her music to virtually every corner of the globe. Her music transcends boundary and her unique melting pot of musical influences have garnered her a devout international following.

 
Photo: Photo: Bobby Quillard
April 6, 2013 | 8:00pm
Bethesda Blues and Jazz Supper Club

Piano

Don’t miss this exhilarating performance by jazz pianist Keiko Matsui at the newly restored Bethesda Blues and Jazz Supper Club! Keiko's music transcends boundaries and her unique musical influences have garnered her a devout international following. You can enjoy a night out and support emerging artists at this fund-raising event.

 
April 7, 2013 | 6:00pm
John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, Millennium Stage

Formed by Machiko Ozawa, The Urban Tango Trio has dazzled audiences in New York, DC, South Carolina, Virginia, and Japan. The trio, made up of Latin-Grammy winner Machiko Ozawa on violin, Octavio Brunetti on piano, and composer/arranger Pedro Giraudo on bass, released their first album in 2011.

 
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May 17, 2013 | 6:30pm
Evermay

Soichi Muraji, Classical Guitar 
Tamaki Kawakubo, Violin

Due to a recent medical issue, Kaori Muraji will be unable to perform with Soichi Muraji. In Kaori's absence, we welcome violinist Tamaki Kawakubo. Soichi is one of the most prominent classical guitarists of today, and Tamaki is a Washington Award winner.

 
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May 24, 2013 | 6:30pm
Evermay

Soichi Muraji, Classical Guitar 
Tamaki Kawakubo, Violin

Due to a recent medical issue, Kaori Muraji will be unable to perform with Soichi Muraji. In Kaori's absence, we welcome violinist Tamaki Kawakubo. Soichi is one of the most prominent classical guitarists of today, and Tamaki is a Washington Award winner.

 
May 29, 2013 | 7:30pm
Evermay

Put together by S&R Foundation Washington Award Winner Tamaki Kawakubo, this first Overtures Chamber Music Project group will feature an amazing group of young artists, each one of soloist quality. Erik Schumann (Violin), Gareth Lubbe (Viola), Claudio Bohorquez (Cello), Tim Park (Cello), Nabil Shehata (Double Bass) Yu Kosuge (Piano)

 
May 30, 2013 | 6:00pm
John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, Family Theater

Put together by S&R Foundation Washington Award Winner Tamaki Kawakubo, this first Overtures Chamber Music Project group will feature an amazing group of young artists, each one of soloist quality. Erik Schumann (Violin), Gareth Lubbe (Viola), Claudio Bohorquez (Cello), Tim Park (Cello), Nabil Shehata (Double Bass) Yu Kosuge (Piano)

 
May 31, 2013 | 6:00pm
John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, Family Theater

Piano

Ryo Yanagitani is one of Canada's most promising young concert artists. He recently won the gold medal at the 10th San Antonio International Piano Competition, and was grand prize winner of the Hugo Kauder International Piano competition.