Calendar

Symphonicity Auditions
Symphonicity, The Symphony Orchestra of Virginia Beach will be holding auditions for all voice parts in their chorus this summer on Saturday, September 8. Auditions will be held at First Presbyterian Church of Virginia Beach located at Pacific Ave and 36th St. These auditions will be in preparation for their annual choral concert on February 24, 2008 at the new Sandler Center for the Performing Arts at Town Center in Virginia Beach. The works being performed are Poulenc's Gloria and Rutter's Mass of the Children (in collaboration with the Virginia Children's Chorus). Interested? Contact Bill Hunter, Chorus Manager of Symphonicity Chorus at chorus.manager@symphonicity.org or 481-0515 for more information.

Thursday, September 6, 2007, 6pm
CNU Music Department Event: Master Class with Christopher O'Riley
Pianist Christopher O'Riley, host of public radio and TV's From the Top gives this Master Class to four piano students from Hampton Roads. Music and Theater Hall, Ferguson Center for the Arts, Christopher Newport University, Newport News. Free and open to the public.

Friday, September 7, 2007, 8pm
Saturday, September 8, 2007, 8pm
Sunday, September 9, 2007, 2:30pm
Virginia Symphony: Opening Night with Christopher O'Riley
JoAnn Falletta, conductor. Guest artist: pianist Christopher O'Riley, host of public radio and TV's From the Top. Ravel: La Valse & Piano Concerto in G; Tchaikovsky: Symphony No. 6, Pathetique. Ticket Price:$22-$82. Visit www.virginiasymphony.org or call (757) 892-6366 for more information. September 7 & 9: Ferguson Center for the Arts, Christopher Newport University, Newport News. September 8: Chrysler Hall, Norfolk.

Sunday, September 9, 2007, 3pm
Lynn Dixon, Jr. Piano Recital
Mr. Dixon is a 2007 Tidewater Music Teachers Forum Honor Audition and Recital honoree. The program includes J. S. Bach's Invention No. 8 in F Major, Beethoven's Sonata Pathetique (Op. 13), Debussy's Clair de Lune, K.Lin's Toccata and Invention in C, J. Field's Nocturne, W.A. Mozart's Allegro from Sonata, K 545. Finally, Lynn and his teacher Kai Lin will perform C. Rollin's Concerto in C Major. Free and open to the public. Jordan Kitt's Temple of Music, 3645 Virginia Beach Blvd. VA 23452, Phone 757-463-5926

Sunday, September 9, 2007, 4pm
H. Leslie Adams: A Listening Party
Return Engagement. The music of Adams for voice, piano, string quartet and cello returns for another "listening party." Featuring the Cavani String Quartet, Pianist Maria Corley, Countertenor Darryl Taylor, Bass William Clarence Marshall, and Cellist Kent Collier. Admission ten dollars on first come, first served basis. Greg Reese Performing Arts Center, East Cleveland Library, 14101 Euclid Avenue, East Cleveland, Ohio. Phone 216-541-4128.

ODU Department of Music September Events
All events in Chandler Hall and free and open to the public unless otherwise noted. Phone 683-4061 for more information. Chandler Recital Hall, Diehn Fine and Performing Arts Bldg., Elkhorn Ave. & 49th Street, Old Dominion University, Norfolk.
Tuesday, September 4, 2007, 12:30pm
Helen Tintes Master Class
Master class with Contralto Helen Tintes, Assistant Professor of Voice University of South Carolina, School of Music.

Tuesday, September 4, 2007, 8pm
Contralto Helen Tintes Recital
Recital with Contralto Helen Tintes, Assistant Professor of Voice University of South Carolina, School of Music.
Sunday, September 30, 2007, 3pm
ODU Wind Ensemble under the direction of Alexander Treviño

Hampton Roads Men's Chorus Auditions
The Hampton Roads Men's Chorus, will be accepting new singers through the end of September. The HRMC was established in 1996 to give voice to the LGBT community of the Greater Hampton Roads region and through its music promotes the inherent worth, equality, dignity and acceptance of all people. Rehearsals are held at St. Andrew's Episcopal Church in Norfolk on Sunday afternoons from 4:00-6:30 p.m. Interested singers may contact the director at iWant2Sing@steppingout.org to schedule an audition prior to rehearsals. The HRMC presents two concert series each season in addition to appearances at various local LGBT events. This upcoming season the HRMC will present the premiere of a commissioned work by Los Angeles composer Scott Henderson at the GALA International Choral Festival in Miami, FL in July of 2008.

Schola Cantorum Auditions
Schola Cantorum, Virginia's premier volunteer a cappella choral ensemble has selected Agnes Mobley-Wynne as its new artistic director and is accepting new members by audition. Please contact Agnes Mobley-Wynne by email at afuller@odu.edu or by phone at 683-4071 to make arrangements for an audition. Also go to our website at www.schola-cantorum.org for the latest information concerning our exciting upcoming concert series entitled Da Vinci Codas.

Monday, September 10, 2007, 7:30pm
VWC Concert Series: Laurie Baefsky + Friends
From 1989 - 2005, Laurie Baefsky played piccolo and flute as a member of the Virginia Symphony Orchestra, and now performs with the Utah Symphony and Tea & Sympathy, an ensemble for flute and Celtic harp. Baefsky joins pianist Lee Jordan-Anders, and harpist Barbara Chapman for a program of French music by Couperin, Fauré, Debussy, Dutilleux, and Poulenc. Adults - $10, Seniors/military/students/VWC alumni - $5. Edward D. Hofheimer Theater, Fine Arts building, Virginia Wesleyan College, 1584 Wesleyan Dr., Norfolk, VA.

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Friday, September 14, 2007, 7-9pm
Swashbuckling @ the Opera
Pirates and pirate-lovers are invited to join Virginia Opera as the company sets sail for a season of fun and adventure with its "Swashbuckling @ the Opera" kick-off party at Norfolk's Harrison Opera House, starting 7 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 14. The pirate-themed party includes light fare with a naked burrito bar (the burritos will be naked - not the guests!), a cash bar, music and a few special guests. Attendees are encouraged to come in their best pirate outfits. First 50 to arrive receive a free Pirate 'Booty' Bag. $10 at the door, 21 and up, ID required. Harrison Opera House, 160 East Virginia Beach Blvd. Norfolk, VA 23510

Sunday, September 16, 2007, 3pm
Virginia Symphony: Carnival of the Animals
Peanut Butter and Jam Family Series. A grand zoological fantasy! Listen to the animals parade by with Saint Saens Carnival of the Animals and other delightful musical portraits of various animals. Matthew Kraemer, conductor. Guest Artist:Todd Rosenlieb Dance Tickets: $9-$12, $18-$22. Visit www.virginiasymphony.org or call (757) 892-6366 for more information. Chrysler Hall, Norfolk.

Sunday, September 16, 2007, 6pm
Glenn Hersch Recital
Glenn Hersch, Soloist and Oksana Lutsyshyn, pianist Free and open to the public. For information phone 757-340-8420. Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 424 King's Grant Road, Virginia Beach.

Franklin Community Choir Auditions
The Franklin Community Choir begins it's 2007-2008 season Sunday, September 16. Rehearsals are held Sundays at Franklin Baptist Church, 208 N. High Street in Franklin. The Christmas Concert is scheduled for Sunday, December 9 at 4:00 pm. The program will include works by the following composers: Biebl, Chilcott, Danner, Dinda, Gibson, Lohman, Nance, Page, Paulus, Rutter, and Scholz, as well as an audience sing-a-long. Interested singers should contact the Rev. Steven R. Gibson, conductor at 757-562-5135 or steve.gibson@franklinbaptist.org.

Tenor Section Leader
Baylake United Methodist Church Chancel Choir (4300 Shore Drive, Virginia Beach) has an opening for a tenor section leader, with strong sight-reading skills. Rehearsals are Thursday evening. Minimal additional rehearsals are required for special projects in the spring and fall. There are two Sunday morning worship services (at 8:30 and 11:00). For information and compensation specifics, contact Carin Cowell at 464-2423.

Tenor Needed
Tenor needed for Trinity Episcopal Church, Portsmouth. This is a paid position requiring good singing and sight reading techniques. Thursday evening rehearsal and Sunday service. Please call James E. Derr at 576-5430 (cell) or 587-7924 (home).

Monday, September 17, 2007, 7:30pm
VWC Concert Series: ETA-3
Named after a luminous star-forming nebula, ETA-3 is a dynamic classical trio. American flutist Emily Thomas, Japanese pianist Tomoko Nakayama and Russian clarinetist Alexey Gorokholinsky form this fresh and exciting chamber ensemble, recognized as one of three prominent emerging chamber music groups of 2006 leading to their Alice Tully Hall debut. Adults - $10, Seniors/military/students/VWC alumni - $5. Edward D. Hofheimer Theater, Fine Arts building, Virginia Wesleyan College, 1584 Wesleyan Dr., Norfolk, VA.

Monday, September 17, 2007, 8pm
Feldman Chamber Music Society: Claremont Piano Trio
The Claremont Trio, Emily Bruskin, violin; Julia Bruskin, 'cello; Donna Kwong, piano, hailed as "deft, exhilarating, and imaginative" by Strings Magazine, are first recipients of the Kalichstein-Laredo-Robinson International Trio Award, generate enthusiastic acclaim wherever they perform. Program: Debussy - Piano Trio in G; Beethoven - Variations on "Ich bin der Schneider Kakadu", Op. 121a; Brahms - Piano Trio in C Major, Op. 87. Season tickets are available for $100 (2 concerts free). Per concert tickets are $20 each. Music Professional and Student tickets are $35 for the season and $7 for individually purchased tickets. For further information, please call our voice mail number at 757-552-1630. Visit www.feldmanchambermusic.org. Kaufman Theater, Chrysler Museum, 245 W. Olney Rd., Norfolk.

Tuesday, September 18, 2007, 7pm
Opera InSight
Join Virginia Opera at Norfolk's Harrison Opera House for a free live talk show event that is spicier than Springer, more mesmerizing than Maury, and brings more drama than Rosie! Hosted by Virginia Opera's own undisputed doctor of opera, Glenn Winters, this Opera InSight takes audiences behind the curtain of TWO upcoming productions: Tales of Hoffmann and Pirates of Penzance. Highlights include performances by Virginia Opera artists and an InSight Quiz game with prizes for the audience. Featured guests include principal members of the cast and artistic staff. A perfect introduction for beginners, a welcome diversion for aficionados. Free Admission, RSVP recommended, not required, at 757-627-9545 ext. 3326. (City of Norfolk may charge for parking). Harrison Opera House, 160 East Virginia Beach Blvd. Norfolk, VA 23510

Thursday, September 20, 2007, 7pm
Williamsburg Consort: America Alive VI Concert
The Williamsburg Consort, the only Adult Symphonic Band Festival in Virginia, was chartered in 2002. This year's concert is dedicated to the Memory of James Natale. Guest Conductor: Colonel Bryan Shelburne; Guest Trombone Soloist: Harry Watters; Special Guest Appearance by the Herald Trumpets from the US Army Band, Washington, DC. Works by Arlen, Badelt, Smith, Sparke, Respighi, Hosay and Murtha. Free Tickets will be available at both locations of Bay Community Bank from 9-5 starting September 10. Phone 757-258-7798 or visit www.wmbgconsort.org Bruton High School,Williamsburg.

Friday, September 21, 2007, 8pm
CNU Music Department Events
Saxophonist Nii Akwei "Niki" Adoteye Senior Recital. Featuring Dr. Jeffrey Brown, piano; Brian Robinson, alto saxophone; Jason Hammers, tenor saxophone; Christopher McDonough, baritone saxophone. Free and open to the public. Ferguson Center for the Arts, Music & Theater Hall, Christopher Newport University, Newport News.

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Saturday, September 22, 2007, 12:15pm
Memorial Organ Recital
This organ recital is in memory of Gordon Whitley, a long time organist in area churches, who was singing countertenor at Trinity at the time of his death. Christopher Harrell, originally from this area, and now working in Miami, Florida will be our primary guest artist. The recital is free and open to all who wish to remember our beloved friend. Trinity Episcopal Church, Court and High Streets, Portsmouth.

Tenor and Bass Section Leaders
Wycliffe Presbyterian Church, 1445 Great Neck Rd., Virginia Beach, is seeking tenor and bass section leaders. Nine month positions, September through May. One rehearsal and one service each week and occasional special services. $60 per week ($30 per service or rehearsal). Must be able to provide strong vocal and musical leadership for each section. For detailed information and application procedures, contact Dr. Charles Weedman, Director of Music, at 549-0895.

Shir Darom Auditions
Shir Darom, the Jewish Community Chorus of Tidewater, is welcoming new members for the 2007-2008 season. Under the direction of Dr. Charles Weedman and accompanied by Arnel Senson, this diverse group of enthusiastic singers performs a range of Jewish liturgical, folk, and popular music. We sing in Hebrew, Yiddish and English (no fluency required.). Membership is open to all interested singers. Shir Darom will begin practice on Tuesday evening, September 18, 2007, 7:00-8:30 PM in the Furman Room at the Simon Family Jewish Community Center, Virginia Beach. For more information, contact Renee Mansheim at Rmansheim@earthlink.net

Cantata Chorus Vocal Auditions
Auditions for all voice parts will be held at Trinity Episcopal Church [500 Court Street in Portsmouth] on Monday, September 24, 2007 beginning at 7 p.m. The audition consists of a voice classification and sight-singing evaluation. Singers are asked to bring a prepared piece of their choice; all other materials will be provided at the time of audition. An accompanist will assist with each audition. The Cantata Chorus rehearses on Monday evenings from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Trinity Episcopal Church. Rehearsals begin on October 8th. All auditions must be scheduled in advance. Please contact Chorus President Robert Overman at 757/397-8390 or email cantatachorus@verizon.net for specific information. Dating back to 1959, The Cantata Chorus has a wonderful history of performing the great choral masterworks in Hampton Roads. We are proud to announce our 48th season. For the 2007-2008 season we offer the following performances: December 8, 2007 - Handel's Messiah (Part I) presented at Trinity Episcopal Church as part of the Olde Towne Holiday Music Festival; April 11, 2008 - Beethoven's Mass in C and one other work, presented at Christ & St. Luke's Episcopal Church, Norfolk.

Auditions for Bay Youth Junior String Orchestras
Auditions for the Junior String Orchestra will be held on Monday, September 24 at Cedar Rd. Elementary School. The Junior String Orchestra is one of Bay Youth Orchestra of Virginia's four performing orchestras. It is designed for string players with at least one year of note reading experience. Auditions are by appointment and can be scheduled by contacting the Bay Youth Orchestras manager at 757-618-1800 or bayyouth@excite.com. For further information and audition requirements, visit our website at http://www.bayyouth.org/AuditionInfo.htm or call the Bay Youth manager at the numbers above. Bay Youth Orchestras of Virginia is celebrating over 30 years of serving the Hampton Roads community by teaching and training over 250 talented musicians each year. Four orchestras rehearse Monday evenings during the regular school year in Norfolk, producing four different concert programs of orchestral music for the communities in Virginia Beach, Norfolk and Chesapeake each season. Participating students come from all over Hampton Roads including Norfolk, Chesapeake, Virginia Beach, Portsmouth, the Peninsula and North Carolina. Bay Youth Orchestras of Virginia is a non-profit organization that is funded through membership fees, municipal, state and foundation grants as well as corporate and individual contributions.

Monday, September 24, 2007, 12 noon
Noonday Organ Recital
Monumental United Methodist Church announces the first in the 2007-2008 series of Monday Noonday Recitals. Organist Rachel Gragson will present a recital featuring works of Bach, Vierne, and Distler. This is a preview of the recital she will be performing on September 30 at St. Philip's Cathedral in Atlanta. Admission to the 30 minute recital is free; lunch is available following the recital for $4.00. Monumental United Methodist Church, 450 Dinwiddie Street, Portsmouth

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Monday, September 24, 2007, 3pm
CNU Music Department Events
CNU Jazz Combo I Free and open to the public. Ferguson Center for the Arts, Studio Theatre, Christopher Newport University, Newport News.

Monday, September 24, 2007, 8pm
Norfolk Chamber Consort: Cesar Franck/Olivier Messiaen
The Norfolk Chamber Consort opens its 39th season with "something old and something new." Cesar Franck - Sonata in A Major for Violin and Piano - Yun Zhang, violin, Jeffrey Brown, piano; Olivier Messiaen - Poèmes pour Mi (1936) - mezzo-soprano Lisa Coston ; Olivier Messiaen Visions de l'Amen (1943) for two pianos -Oksana Lutsyshyn and Andrey Kasparov. Pre-concert discussion at 7:45pm. Season tickets: Regular - $70; Senior - $60. Individual performance tickets: $20/$8 Student. Phone 622-4542. Visit www.ncconsort.org. Chandler Recital Hall, Diehn Fine and Performing Arts Center, Old Dominion University, Corner of Elkhorn Avenue and 49th Street, Norfolk.

Tuesday, September 25, 2007, 7:30pm
Violinist Vadim Gluzman
Vadim Gluzman fuses 19th century technique with the passion and energy of the 21st century. Lauded by critics and audiences worldwide, Gluzman became a favorite at The American Theatre after his stunning performances with his wife, pianist Angela Yoffe, in 2000 & 2003.Born in the city of Zhitomir, Ukraine to a family of professional musicians, Vadim began studying violin at the age of seven. At the age of 16 he was granted five minutes to play for the late Isaac Stern. From that moment, a friendship was born, and the two went on to work together in Israel and the United States. In 1994, Mr. Gluzman received the prestigious Henryk Szeryng Foundation Career Award. He now plays the extraordinary 1690 ex-Leopold Auer Stradivarius violin on extended loan to him through the generosity of the Stradivarian Society of Chicago. Program: Johann Sebastian Bach (1685-1750) Partita No 2 in d minor (Chaconne); Lera Auerbach (b. 1973) Par.ti.ta for Solo Violin (American premiere!) Written for Vadim Gluzman; Johann Sebastian Bach Partita No 3 in E Major; Eugene Ysaye (1858-1913) Sonata in a minor, Op. 27, No 2 (Obsession). Tickets $30/$25. www.HamptonArts.net Visit www.vadimgluzman.com American Theatre, 125 Mellen Street, Hampton VA. 23663. 757-722-2787.

Friday, September 28, 2007, 7:30pm
VWC Concert Series: Tomothy Olbrych
Classical Guitarist Timothy Olbrych has performed throughout the United States in solo, chamber, and orchestral settings, and as a featured performer on radio and television. He is on the Artist Faculty at the College of William & Mary where he teaches Renaissance, Baroque, and Classical guitar performance. Adults - $10, Seniors/military/students/VWC alumni - $5. Edward D. Hofheimer Theater, Fine Arts building, Virginia Wesleyan College, 1584 Wesleyan Dr., Norfolk, VA.

Saturday, September 29, 2007, 8pm
Virginia Symphony: Bernstein and Broadway
Norfolk Southern Pops at Chrysler Hall. Rob Fisher leads Leonard Bernstein's showstoppers from Fancy Free, Wonderful Town and, of course, West Side Story on its 50th Anniversary. Featuring twice Tony-nominated actress Kelli O'Hara. Tickets: $25-$85. Visit www.virginiasymphony.org or call (757) 892-6366 for more information. Chrysler Hall, Norfolk.

Lyra Weekend
The weekend of September 29 & 30 will be an action-packed weekend at Old Donation, with "Lyra" (the 6-member a cappella vocal ensemble from St. Petersburg, Russia) making its' 5th appearance at Old Donation. Old Donation Episcopal Church, 4449 N. Witchduck Road. (Near Sentara Bayside Hospital), Virginia Beach.
Saturday, September 29, 2007
5:30pm Parish Potluck Dinner (Parish Hall)
7:30pm "Lyra" Concert (Church) free and open to the public
9:00pm Refreshments & CD Sales (Parish Hall)
Sunday, September 30, 2007
8:00am Rite I (service music and anthems sung by "Lyra")
10:30am Rite II (service music and anthems sung by "Lyra")

Sunday, September 30, 2007, 8pm
Ewell Recital Series: Duo 46
"Fiery performances" (Gramophone), "virtuosic and flamboyant" (The Strad), Duo46 brings its contemporary, all-commissioned repertoire to audiences worldwide. Awarded the Encore Grant from the American Composers Forum, Matt Gould (guitar) and Beth Ilana Schneider (violin) play music by living American composers, including William & Mary composer Brian Hulse. Duo46 has performed around the world at such venues as the Cortona Chamber Music Festival (Italy), the Syros International Guitar Festival (Greece), and the Kennedy Center (Washington, D.C.) Visit www.duo46.com. Free and open to the public. Ewell Recital Hall is located on the William and Mary campus inside Ewell Hall (off Jamestown Road near Boundary Street, Williamsburg.

Sunday, September 30, 2007, 3pm
ODU Wind Ensemble
ODU Wind Ensemble under the direction of Alexander Treviño All events in Chandler Hall and free and open to the public unless otherwise noted. Phone 683-4061 for more information. Chandler Recital Hall, Diehn Fine and Performing Arts Bldg., Elkhorn Ave. & 49th Street, Old Dominion University, Norfolk.

Sunday, September 30, 2007, 7pm
Adagio Trio
Great Bridge Presbyterian Church, Billye Brown Youmans, Director of Music, opens the 8th season of the Candlelight Concert Series with The Adagio Trio. Join us for this evening of enchanting music including works by Gabriel Fauré, J. S. Bach, Claude Debussy, folk song arrangements from the British Isles, and American hymn tune arrangements. All concerts are open to the public. A free will offering will be accepted, and a nursery will be provided. The church is located directly across the street from the Chesapeake municipal complex. For information, please call 547-4706. Great Bridge Presbyterian Church, 333 Cedar Road, Chesapeake, VA 23322.

Virginia Opera: Offenbach's Tales of Hoffmann
Peter Mark, Artistic Director & Conductor; Lillian Groag, Director. Virginia Opera opens its 2007-2008 season with Tales of Hoffmann. Offenbach's final masterpiece brims with seductive love scenes, an endless stream of gorgeous melodies, bizarre comic characters and tragic climaxes. Hoffmann describes pursuing his three greatest loves, all ending on a sour note thanks to the meddling of a supernatural villain (portrayed by Turkish bass sensation Burak Bilgili - Faust 2005), making Hoffmann neurotic and agitated with both love and life. Alluring 24-year-old French soprano Manon Strauss Evrard portrays all of Hoffmann's loves - Olympia, Antonia and Giulietta. Sung in French with English Supertitles
Norfolk: September 28, 30 and Oct. 3, 5 & 7, 2007 Harrison Opera House
Tickets: [$25-$99] 757-623-1223 (Southside), 757-877-2550 (Peninsula), www.vaopera.org
Fairfax: October 12 & 14, 2007 George Mason University's Center for the Arts
Tickets: [$44-$94] 703-218-6500, www.vaopera.org
Richmond: October 19 & 21, 2007 Landmark Theater
Tickets: [$20-$85] 804-262-8003, www.vaopera.org
For additional information, patrons may call the toll-free subscriber hotline at 866-OPERA-VA (866-673-7282). Email: info@vaopera.com

Thursday, October 4, 2007, 8pm
Virginia Symphony: Joshua Bell
JoAnn Falletta, conductor. One night only! Classical music superstar Joshua Bell here with the Virginia Symphony! A violin virtuoso at 14, you heard him play John Corligiano's Academy Award- winning movie score The Red Violin. Now experience his dazzling performance of Bruch's Violin Concerto. Enesco - Rumanian Rhapsody No. 1, Copland - Billy the Kid Suite, Bruch - Violin Concerto No. 1 Ticket Price:$27-$87. Visit www.virginiasymphony.org or call (757) 892-6366 for more information. Chrysler Hall, Norfolk.

Friday, October 5, 2007, 7:30pm
VWC Concert Series: Cavani String Quartet
Winner of the prestigious Naumburg Chamber Music Award, the Cavani String Quartet has been described by the Washington Post as "completely engrossing, powerful and elegant." Cavani has been featured on NPR's Performance Today and seen on NBC, CBS, ABC and PBS television, as well as earning top prizes in numerous competitions including the Coleman, Fischoff, the Banff International, and the Cleveland Quartet Competition, consistently winning the hearts of audiences across the country with their soulful and riveting performances. Adults - $15, Seniors/military/students/VWC alumni - $8. Edward D. Hofheimer Theater, Fine Arts building, Virginia Wesleyan College, 1584 Wesleyan Dr., Norfolk, VA.

Saturday, October 6, 2007, 7pm
Williamsburg Choral Guild: Jamestown 400th Anniversary Celebration
The Williamsburg Choral Guild presents a joint outdoor concert with The Williamsburg Symphonia, conducted by Janna Hymes-Bianchi and Jay BeVille, in celebration of Jamestown's 400th Anniversary. Works by Burleigh, Clausen, Grainger, Williams and Ravencroft. Venue: Outdoors on the green in front of the Williamsburg Community Building, 401 N Boundary St., Williamsburg, VA 23185. Concert-goers should bring lawn chairs and a picnic supper if they wish. The rain location is Matthew Whaley School 301 Scotland St (phone 229-9857 or 220-1808 for rain info.) FREE. This concert not part of a subscription series. Visit www.williamsburgchoralguild.org

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Sunday, October 7, 2007, 3pm
Kai Lin's 9th Student Piano Recital
Ten new piano solo pieces will be performed by students and Kai Lin. Recital is free and open to the public. For information contact Kai Lin at 456-0325. Jordan Kitt's Temple of Music, 3645 Virginia Beach Blvd. VA 23452.

Sunday, October 7, 2007, 3pm
From Sea to Shining Sea
Dr. Jeannine Jordan, organist and David Jordan, visual artist, take the audience on a narrated musical and visual historical journey with fascinating anecdotes, out-of-the-ordinary American compositions and eye-catching visuals in this event exploring the first 200 years of the organ in the Untied States. Sponsored by Monumental United Methodist Church, one of the most historic churches in the Tidewater area (founded 1772), the program presents intriguing history in an entertaining education manner from the perspective of musicians, their instruments and their music. More than an organ concert, more than a history lesson, more than pretty pictures, the program gives persona to the history of American organ music. Admission is free, but an offering will be taken. For more information, contact Rachel Gragson, Director of Music, at 252.337.4446. Monumental United Methodist Church, 450 Dinwiddie Street, Portsmouth, Virginia

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Sunday, October 7, 2007, 6pm
Two Tenors
Thalia Lynn Baptist Church Concert Series presents lyric tenor Barry Craft and Jacob Taylor in a concert of sacred music by two singers with different backgrounds and styles, one traditional and and one contemporary. 4392 Virginia Beach Blvd., Virginia Beach.

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Saturday, October 13, 2007, 8pm
Alan Fischer Guests on Met Opera Broadcast
Governor's School for the Arts Vocal Music Chair Alan Fischer will be a guest on the intermission segment of the Metropolitan Opera broadcast of Lucia di Lammermoor on Sirius Radio. As Alan says it's a "Great opportunity to get the name of the school out in it's 20th anniversary year."

Director of Music Ministry
First Presbyterian Cnurch, 6470 Main St., Gloucester, Va 23061. We are a congregation of 400+ members and worship an average of 215 persons in two services on Sunday mornings. We have an excellent volunteer choir and three full octaves of handbells and two full octaves of hand chimes with the veteran ringers to go with them. 20 hrs/wk, to include 2 traditional Sunday services/ Wednesday evening choir rehearsal. Includes duties as Organist on new Allen Quantum digital organ, directing Chancel Choir and other duties. Salary commensurate with experience. 4 wks. Paid vacation. Contact Rebecca Priode at 804-693-2071 or send resume to fpcglova@fpcglova.hrcoxmail.net.

Tenor Section Leader
Baylake United Methodist Church Chancel Choir (4300 Shore Drive, Virginia Beach) has an opening for a tenor section leader, with strong sight-reading skills. Rehearsals are Thursday evening. Minimal additional rehearsals are required for special projects in the spring and fall. There are two Sunday morning worship services (at 8:30 and 11:00). For information and compensation specifics, contact Carin Cowell at 464-2423.

Wednesday, October 10, 2007, 8pm
Franc D'Ambrosio & the Virginia Symphony
Portsmouth Community Concerts presents Franc D'Ambrosio, "one of the most accomplished theatrical singers of the modern era." He is best known for the world's longest running Phantom for his role in The Phantom of the Opera. He also appeared in Godfather III, Sweeney Todd and Copacabana. Tickets: $27.50 Adult, $16.50 Student; Subscription (5 concerts) $90 Adult, $45 Student, $220 Family. Willett Hall Box Office 757-393-5460; visit www.portsmouthcommunityconcerts.com, www.willetthall.com. Willett Hall, 3701 Willett Dr., Portsmouth.

CNU Music Department: 2007-2008 Conversations With a Composer Series
Dr. Jennifer Barker, Director of Theory/Composition at the University of Delaware. Dr. Barker began this prestigious series while she was Director of Theory/Composition at CNU, and it is indeed fitting that she finally be featured on this wonderful series that she created. Free and open to the public. Ferguson Center for the Arts, Studio Theatre, Christopher Newport University, Newport News.
Wednesday, October 10, 2007, 7 to 9pm
Round table discussion with all CNU theory/composition majors and faculty.
Thursday, October 11, 2007, 7:30pm
Dr. Barker will present a formal lecture on the creation and use of music videos, sharing numerous examples of what composers and other artists are currently using.

Saturday, October 13, 2007, 3pm
Tigran Abramovich Alikhanov, piano
Program: Beethoven, Sonata No. 27; Schumann, Carnival; Mussorgsky, Pictures from the Exhibition Reception will follow the concert. Admission: $30. Checks payable to Ms. Cynthia Tremblay, Casa Maria Concerts, 280 Ortman Drive, Greenwood, VA 22943. For Further information please call 434-962-5540; 540-456-6450.

Saturday, October 13, 2007, 7pm
Robert Page conducts All-Brahms Program
The Williamsburg Presbyterian Church Chancel Choir, James Weaver, music director, under the direction of renowned choral conductor Robert Page, will present an all-Brahms program, featuring the exquisite Alto Rhapsody for contralto and male chorus, and Ein deutsches Requiem for chorus and vocal soloists. Featured soloists for this event include mezzo-soprano, Lisa Relaford Coston, performing the Alto Rhapsod; Requiem soloists are soprano, Lisa-Edwards Burrs, and bass-baritone, James Weaver, with keyboard artists Dr. Stephen Z. Cook and Cherie Brown. Tickets are $20 for adults and $10 for students. For more information or to purchase tickets, phone (757) 229-4235. Williamsburg Presbyterian Church, 215 Richmond Road, one block from Merchant's Square, and across the street from The College of William & Mary, Williamsburg. On-street parking is available, as well as limited parking in the church lot located behind the church buildings and accessed off of Prince George Street.

Saturday October 13, 2007, 4 pm & 8pm
Sunday October 14, 2007, 4 pm & 8pm
The Virginia Choral Society: Music of the 50's, 60's and 70's
This concert series marks the 77th season of the Virginia Choral Society, the oldest continuously performing arts group on the Peninsula. The Virginia Choral Society's purpose has been to enhance the quality of life of our community by performing the finest choral music to inspire audiences of all ages. James Powers - Artistic Director. This concert features music of the Beatles, the Beach Boys, ABBA and many more favorites from these years. You're sure to remember this music.
Advanced tickets for any of the VCS concerts during the year may be purchased at the Patrick Henry Mall Customer Service Center. Season ticketst tickets purchased in advance: Adults - $40; seniors, military, students - $32. Single performances: Adults - $15; seniors, military, students - $12. Tickets at the door: $18/$15. Please contact the VCS office at (757) 851-9114 or (757) 876-7613 for additional information about concerts, ordering tickets, and group ticket prices. Visit our website at vachoralsociety.org/ Venue:Hampton Roads Academy, 739 Academy Lane, Newport News, Virginia

New Venue & Time
Saturday, October 13, 2007, 8pm
Sunday, October 14, 2007, 5pm
York River Symphony Orchestra: Classical Pirates
Classical Pirates Come to the Virginia Air and Space Center to enjoy some classical music, incuding Haydn's Symphony No. 86, and pirates tunes including Pirates of the Caribbean and Pirates of Penzance. An added treat will be the performance of the Blackbeard Pirate Crew a half hour before each performance. Tickets ($8, $10 & $12) can be reserved in advance by calling Pro Music and Sound at 867-7115. For more information, visit www.yrso.org. Virginia Air and Space Center, 600 Settlers Landing Road, Hampton

Sunday, October 14, 2007, 3pm
Invencia Piano Duo
Duo piano virtuosos Andrey Kasparov and Oksana Lutsyshyn perform a completely new program of works by Schubert, Satie and Rachmaninoff. A reception follows the concert. Freewill offering. Phone 757-722-0006, or visit www.firstpreshampton.com First Presbyterian Church, 514 S. Armistead Avenue, Hampton, VA 23669

Sunday, October 14, 2007, 3pm
Symphonicity: Bella Italia
Symphonicity, The Symphony Orchestra of Virginia Beach, opens its 27th Season with a Subscriber Bonus Concert. Stephanie Sanders, bassoon; Alice Lindsay, viola. Tchaikovsky - Capriccio Italien, Op. 45; Weber - Concerto for Bassoon in F major, Op. 75; Berlioz - Harold in Italy Op. 16. Season Tickets: $95 - $74; Individual tickets: $10 or free with subscription at door. Phone 757-671-8611; email wendy.young@symphonicity.org. Tallwood High School, 1668 Kempsville Rd., Virginia Beach, 23464.

San Fransisco Opera Seeks Director of Education
The San Francisco Opera welcomes nominations and applications for the newly created position of Director of Education, available in the fall of 2007. The position, Director of Education, provides leadership and vision in developing a comprehensive and sustainable education program for San Francisco Opera. The ideal candidate will be an experienced manager who combines a strong working knowledge of opera, music, and music theatre with the demonstrated ability to design and implement high-quality, multi-disciplinary education programs for a professional performing arts organization. For details click HERE or visit www.sfopera.com Please send cover letter, resume, salary history/requirements and confidential references to cfrenchgroup@aol.com. San Francisco Opera is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity of staff.

Virginia Opera: Offenbach's Tales of Hoffmann
Peter Mark, Artistic Director & Conductor; Lillian Groag, Director. Virginia Opera opens its 2007-2008 season with Tales of Hoffmann. Offenbach's final masterpiece brims with seductive love scenes, an endless stream of gorgeous melodies, bizarre comic characters and tragic climaxes. Hoffmann describes pursuing his three greatest loves, all ending on a sour note thanks to the meddling of a supernatural villain (portrayed by Turkish bass sensation Burak Bilgili - Faust 2005), making Hoffmann neurotic and agitated with both love and life. Alluring 24-year-old French soprano Manon Strauss Evrard portrays all of Hoffmann's loves - Olympia, Antonia and Giulietta. Sung in French with English Supertitles
Richmond: October 19 & 21, 2007 Landmark Theater
Tickets: [$20-$85] 804-262-8003, www.vaopera.org
For additional information, patrons may call the toll-free subscriber hotline at 866-OPERA-VA (866-673-7282). Email: info@vaopera.com

ODU Department of Music October Events
All events in Chandler Hall and free and open to the public unless otherwise noted. Chandler Recital Hall, Diehn Fine and Performing Arts Bldg., Elkhorn Ave. & 49th Street, Norfolk. Phone 683-4061 for more information.
Monday, October 15, 2007, 1pm
Diehn Residency, Master Class with jazz trumpeter Jeremy Pelt

Saturday, October 27, 2007, 3pm
Community Music Academy, Harp and Koto: Strings of the East and West
683-4075
Tuesday, October 30, 2007, 12:30pm
Diehn Residency, The trombones of Costa Rica

Monday, October 15, 2007, 8pm
Jazz Trumpeter Jeremy Pelt
F. Ludwig Diehn Concert Series presents jazz trumpeter Jeremy Pelt with the John Toomey Trio. $10 ODU Students, $15 General. Phone 683-5305. Chandler Hall, Diehn Fine & Performing Arts Center, 49th Street and Elkhorn Ave., Old Dominion University, Norfolk.

Tuesday, October 16, 2007, 8 pm
Wednesday, October 17, 2007, 8 pm
Williamsburg Symphonia: Concert #1
Bernstein: Three Dances from On the Town; Shostakovich: Concerto #1 for Piano, Max Levinson, piano; Beethoven: Symphony No. 4 in B-Flat Major. Season Tickets: $175/$130; Single Tickets: $42/$37; Students: $7 (at the door only). Tickets may be purchased by telephone (757-229-9857), via e-mail, williamsburgsymphonia@williamsburgsymphonia.org or postal mail, or at the theatre. Visit www.williamsburgsymphonia.org Kimball Theatre, Duke of Gloucester Street, Williamsburg, Virginia.

Thursday, October 18, 2007, 8pm
Wednesday, October 24, 2007, 8pm
Virginia Symphony: Glorious Puccini
They're back! The Virginia Symphony Chorus fresh from their triumphant 2007 European tour presents the glorious sounds of Puccini and Dvorák, featuring an early Puccini work that foreshadowed his coming operatic greatness. Dvorák - Carnival Overture and Te Deum; Puccini - Messa di Gloria. Robert Shoup, conductor; guest vocalists. Ticket Price:$25-$45. Visit www.virginiasymphony.org or call (757) 892-6366 for more information. Oct.18: St. Bede Catholic Church, Williamsburg. Oct. 24: Regent University Theatre.

Friday, October 19, 2007, 8pm
Ewell Recital Series: Woody Beckner Quartet
Acclaimed jazz guitarist Woody Beckner presents a sparkling evening of jazz. Jeff Smith (sax), Chris Brydge (bass), and Rich Mossman (drums) join Mr. Beckner to perform jazz standards, 60's pop standards, and original compositions. Mentor for numerous jazz musicians and a member of the Performing Artist Faculty at William & Mary, Woody Beckner has been featured on the Ella Fitzgerald Concert Series, the Wintergreen Performing Arts Series, and on National Public Radio. Free and open to the public. Ewell Recital Hall is located on the William and Mary campus inside Ewell Hall (off Jamestown Road near Boundary Street, Williamsburg.

Time Correction
Saturday, October 20, 2007, 8pm
Sunday, October 21, 2007, 3pm
Virginia Chorale: Sacred Choral Classics
The Virginia Chorale opens the 2007-2008 season, A Season of Dreams, with Sacred Choral Classics, a diverse program conducted by Charles Woodward featuring music spanning across the centuries by composers including Handel, Beethoven, Palestrina, Mendelssohn and Copland. The program will also include the music of Paulus, Randall Thompson and Faure. SeasonTickets: $40 - $125; Single Tickets: $10-$32. Tickets can be purchased by calling 757-627-8375 or at the door.Visit the Virginia Chorale website at www.vachorale.org. October 20: Blessed Sacrament Church, 6400 Newport Ave., Norfolk. October 21: Williamsburg Presbyterian Church, 215 Richmond Road, Williamsburg.

Sunday, October 21, 2007, 2:30pm
Chesapeake Bay Wind Ensemble: A Night in Spain
The Chesapeake Bay Wind Ensemble, Dr. Marvin Western - Artistic Director and Conductor, is an adult volunteer musical organization of almost 60 musicians serving primarily the north Hampton Roads area and focuses on symphonic works. CBWE allows the many exceptional local amateur, professional and semi-professional musicians to perform and share their musical expertise with the local community. . The first concert of the season features music from Bizet's Carmen, Man of La Mancha, Rossini, Turina and more. Visit our website at www.cbwe.org Admission is $12 for adults and $8 for senior citizens and students. Tickets are available at the door. Hampton Roads Academy, 739 Academy Lane, (off Oyster Point Road between Route 17 and Jefferson Ave.), Newport News. Phone (757) 884-9141.

Sunday, October 21, 2007, 3pm
Eastern Virginia Brass: Threshold to America
Virginia Beach United Methodist Church Sacred Music Series and the Eastern Virginia Brass presents Threshold to America, a concert of music commemorating the 1607 landing at Cape Henry to the settlement at Jamestown. This powerful new work for quintet and narrator by Virginia composer Leigh Baxter and Virginia poet Robert Arthur continues the 400th anniversary of the founding of Jamestown. The program continues with an array of music by American composer spanning four centuries of dances, marches, jazz and whimsy including works by Hewitt, G.W.E. Friederich and Leonard Bernstein . Members of the Eastern Virginia Brass, a professional chamber music ensemble based in Hampton Roads are: Lawrence Clemens and Robert Spaeth, trumpets; Marlene Ford, horn; Robert Ford, trombonist and Peter DuBeau, tuba. Free-will offering. Phone 428-7727. Virginia Beach United Methodist Church, 212 19th Street at the Oceanfront, Virginia Beach.

Sunday, October 21, 2007, 3pm
Invencia Piano Duo: Fasten Your Seat Belt!
Duo piano virtuosos Andrey Kasparov and Oksana Lutsyshyn perform a "Program of Surprises." No composers will be printed in the program. Freewill offering. Freemason Street Baptist Church, 400 E. Freemason St., downtown Norfolk, between Chrysler Hall and MacArthur Mall.

Sunday, October 21, 2007, 4pm
Les Deux Clavecins
Thomas Marshall and Allen Shaffer, duo harpsichordists. Featuring two new arrangements: Orchestral Suite #3 by J.S. Bach (arr. Claude Guilan) and Chorale Fantasy on "Nun freut euch, mein Christen g'mein" - Buxtehude (arr. Allen Shaffer). Also music by Vivaldi and Handel. Reformation Lutheran Church, 13100 Warwick Blvd., Newport News, VA

Sunday, October 21, 2007, 6pm
Hilton Brass
The Hilton Brass is the Peninsula's premier professional chamber brass ensemble. The quintet, which is composed of local musicians, has delighted area audiences with its exciting and diverse musical offerings since 1983. Listen to them take a long musical journey in a short period of time; from the 14th Century to today with enlightening, frivolous and confounding comments and descriptions by members of the quintet. You'll hear everything from Bach to Bacharach, Handel to Husa, and Mozart to Mancini. Free and open to the public. Visit our website at www.hiltonbrass.com/ Green Acres Presbyterian Church, 3135 Hanley Avenue, Portsmouth.

Tuesday, October 23, 2007, 7pm
Master Class with Amanda Armstrong
Come and learn from a master! Sit in and listen to Virginia Symphony Orchestra violinist Amanda Armstrong give students advice on their playing. Master Classes are a great way to gain insight on what it takes to be a top notch musician. Free and open to the public. Chandler Recital Hall, 49th Street and Elkhorn Ave., Old Dominion University, Norfolk.

Guest Vocalists
Wednesday, October 24, 2007, 8pm
Virginia Symphony: Glorious Puccini
They're back! The Virginia Symphony Chorus fresh from their triumphant 2007 European tour presents the glorious sounds of Puccini and Dvorák, featuring an early Puccini work that foreshadowed his coming operatic greatness. Dvorák - Carnival Overture and Te Deum, guest vocalists Ann Scott, soprano and Christopher Mooney, baritone; Puccini - Messa di Gloria, guest vocalist Kerry Jennings, tenor. Robert Shoup, conductor. Ticket Price:$25-$45. Visit www.virginiasymphony.org or call (757) 892-6366 for more information. <Oct. 24: Regent University Theatre.

Thursday, October 25, 2007, 7:30pm
St. Petersburg Philharmonic Orchestra
Currently under the directorship of esteemed maestro Yuri Temirkanov, the St. Petersburg Philharmonic Orchestra is the oldest symphonic ensemble in the former Soviet Union and is famous the world over. Mozart Overture to The Marriage of Figaro, K. 492; Beethoven Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 61; Prokofiev Symphony No 5. in B-flat Major, Op. 100.Tickets: $72/$67/$57. Buy tickets in person at the The Ferguson Center Ticket Office, located in the Lobby of the Music & Theatre Hall. By phone: Charge by phone by calling 757-872-8100 (Williamsburg), 757-671-8100 (Virginia Beach) or 804-262-8100 (Richmond). For information on series subscriptions, call the Ferguson Center Ticket Office at 757-594-8752 during business hours.Buy online at www.ticketmaster.com Ferguson Center for the Arts, Christopher Newport University, Newport News.

New Date & Time
Friday, October 26, 2007, 7pm
Music of the Baroque
The Fine Arts Guild of Christ and St. Luke's Episcopal Church Susan Via, violin; Sarah Glosson, viola da gamba; Allen Shaffer, harpsichord. The trio's program includes a wide range of selections, from the early masters to three of the giants of the late Baroque era, Johann Sebastian Bach, Domenico Scarlatti and Jean-Philippe Rameau. Their choices represent the nations of Italy, Germany, Portugal and France. General Admission: $15. Tickets are available in the Parish Office Mon- Fri from 9 am – 5 pm or 30 minutes before the performance. A reception will follow the concert . For ticket information please call 627-5665. Christ and St. Luke's, 560 W. Onley Rd., Norfolk, Va 23507.

Friday, October 26, 2007, 7:30pm
The 8th Annual Bach Festival
Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church presents the 8th Annual Bach Festival. Performers: Yun Zhang (Violinist, the Associate Concertmaster of the VSO), Dr. Jeffrey Brown (Pianist, the Director of Keyboard Studies at CNU), and Christopher Mooney (Baritone, the voice faculty of CNU). The program includes English Suite No. 2 in A Minor; Dein Wachstum sei feste und lache vor lust from Mer hahn en neue Oberket (Bauernkantate), new Master (Peasant Cantata) BWV 212, Arioso, Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring; Quia fecit mihi magna from Magnificat D-Dur BWV 243; Air on the G String, Ave Maria; Wachet Auf, Mache dich, mein Herze, rein from St. Matthews Passion BWV 244; Violin and Piano Sonata No.3 in E major BWV1016. Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, 6001 Granby St. Norfolk, VA 23505. Free will offering. For information call Music Director, Kai Lin, 456-0325, The church phone is 489-2551.

Saturday, October 27, 2007, 8pm
Sunday, October 28, 2007, 2:30pm
Virginia Symphony: Bolero!
It's Ravel's Bolero. Need we say more? Remember the movie Ten? His undulating piece with its insistent rhythmic quality creates a sensual, dynamic trance-like state that is unmatched. Paired with John Adams' Violin Concerto performed by our own Assistant Concertmaster Amanda Armstrong, conducted by the dynamic Scott Yoo, it's a knockout concert not to be missed. Also Schubert, Symphony No.4, Tragic. Ticket Price:$24-$84. Visit www.virginiasymphony.org or call (757) 892-6366 for more information. Oct. 27:Chrysler Hall, Norfolk. Oct. 28: Ferguson Center for the Arts, Newport News.

Sunday, October 28, 2007, 6:30pm
Kevin Maynor in Concert: The Spiritual: An Underground Railroad
Kevin Maynor, recognized as one of the world's best bass singers will perform the most important and best-loved spirituals and highlight their most successful arrangements through song, spoken word and media. Mr. Maynor has been compared to Alexander Kipnis, Boris Christoff and Ezio Pinza. The concert is In celebratrion of the 25th anniversary of the Southeastern Virginia Arts Assoiation and a benefit for the Dr. Georgia A. Ryder and Robert Wynn-Jackson Scholarship Foundation. Tickets $25-$65. Phone 757-823-9009 or visit www.tickets.nsu.edu and www.sevaa.org L. Douglas Wilder Performing Arts Center, Norfolk State University, 700 Park Avenue, Norfolk.

ODU Department of Music October Events
All events in Chandler Hall and free and open to the public unless otherwise noted. Chandler Recital Hall, Diehn Fine and Performing Arts Bldg., Elkhorn Ave. & 49th Street, Norfolk. Phone 683-4061 for more information.
683-4075
Tuesday, October 30, 2007, 12:30pm
Diehn Residency, The trombones of Costa Rica

Monday, October 29, 2007, 8pm
Tuesday, October 30, 2007, 8pm
Feldman Chamber Music Society: New Zealand String Quartet
Acclaimed for its powerful communication, dramatic energy, and beauty of sound, the New Zealand String Quartet performs throughout New Zealand, North America, Europe and Asia. "... impressive ...fluid and energetic.", The New York Times. Helene Pohl, violin; Douglas Beilman, violin; Gillian Ansell, viola; Rolf Gjelsten, cello. Tickets are $20 each. Music Professional and Student tickets are $7 for individually purchased tickets. For further information, please call our voice mail number at 757-552-1630. Visit www.feldmanchambermusic.org. Oct. 29: Kaufman Theater, Chrysler Museum, 245 W. Olney Rd., Norfolk. Oct. 30: Williamsburg Regional Library, 515 Scotland Street, Williamsburg.

Monday, October 29, 2007, 8pm
The Trombones of Costa Rica
F. Ludwig Diehn Concert Series presents The Trombones of Costa Rica. $10 ODU Students, $15 General.admission. Phone 683-5305. Chandler Hall, Diehn Fine & Performing Arts Center, 49th Street and Elkhorn Ave., Old Dominion University, Norfolk.

ODU Department of Music November Events
All events in Chandler Hall and free and open to the public unless otherwise noted. Chandler Recital Hall, Diehn Fine and Performing Arts Bldg., Elkhorn Ave. & 49th Street, Norfolk. Phone 683-4061 for more information.
Friday, November 2, 7:30pm
ODU Music Department's University Symphony Orchestra
Wednesday, November 7, 7:30pm
ODU Wind Ensemble, under the direction of Alexander Treviño
Sunday, November 11, 4pm
ODU Music Department's University Concert Choir
Tuesday, November 13, 12:30pm
Diehn Residency, Soprano Roberta Alexander master class
Saturday, November 17, 8pm
Student Opera Workshop, Puccini's Suor Angelica
Sunday, November 18, 3pm & 4pm
Community Music Academy Student and Faculty Recitals Phone 683-4075
Tuesday, November 27, 7:30pm
ODU Music Department Jazz Ensemble and Jazz Choir concert
Friday, November 30 & Saturday, December 1, 6:30pm
Madrigal Banquets, a full meal with performances by the Madrigal Singers and Collegium Musicum featuring the music of Russia and Eastern Europe. Phone 683-5305. For tickets see below.

Friday, November 2, 2007, 8pm
Saturday, November 3, 2007, 8pm
Tidewater Classical Guitar Society: Duo Erato
Duo Erato is accomplished guitarists Risa Carlson and Martha Masters. The Tidewater Classical Guitar Society is a nonprofit arts organization founded in 1984 to provide cultural and educational opportunities to those interested in the classical guitar. The Society presents a season of performances by many of the world's best known and most outstanding guitarists and lutenists. Mandolin and balalaika have also been featured. As a part of the TCGS mission, the Society sponsors master classes by many of the concert performers and promotes guitar and lute education, while TCGS members perform many outreach concerts free of charge to the community. Tickets: $20; $15 Students/Teachers/Seniors/Military. Season Tickets: $70; $50 Students/Teachers/Seniors/Military. For ticket reservations, call 627-6229, Norfolk; 566-3304, Williamsburg. Nov. 2: Williamsburg Regional Library Theater, Williamsburg. Nov. 3: Kaufman Theater, Chrysler Museum of Art , Norfolk.

Saturday, November 3, 2007, 8pm
Itzhak Perlman
Sandler Center for the Performing Arts Great Performance Series Inaugural Season presents violinist Itzhak Perlman Tickets: $125, $85, $75. Phone 757-385-ARTS. Visit www.sandlercenter.org. Sandler Center for the Performing Arts, 201 Market Street (Town Center), Virginia Beach.

Saturday, November 3, 2007, 8pm
Sunday, November 4, 2007, 2:30pm
Virginia Symphony: Beethoven & Brahms
The fabulous Eroica Trio, in its first appearance with the VSO. How can you miss with the Eroica Trio playing Beethoven's Triple Concerto, one of the earliest romantic concertos and a close-to- the-heart of Romanticism symphony by Brahams. Kernis - New Era Dance, Beethoven - Triple Concerto, Brahms - Symphony No.1 JoAnn Falletta, conductor Ticket Price:$24-$84. Visit www.virginiasymphony.org or call (757) 892-6366 for more information. Nov. 3: Chrysler Hall, Norfolk. Nov 4: Sandler Center for the Performing Arts, Town Center, Virginia Beach.

Sunday, November 4, 2007, 3pm
Bellissima! The Life and Love of Women
Bellissima! Deborah L. Carr, Artistic Director, Conductor and Founder. This all-women chorale performs music about the many roles women have played and continue to play in our daily lives. From the sacrifices of our great-grandmothers wandering from their homelands to new countries, to falling in love, marriage songs and dances, to chores of baking, cooking, harvesting, birthing and caring for children and finally a poignant look at mid-life and death. All concerts are free and no tickets are required. A good will offering will be taken. First Presbyterian Church, 514 S. Armistead Ave., Hampton.

Sunday, November 4, 2007, 4pm
Ives at Hopkins
Charles Ives graduated from Hopkins Grammar School in 1893 and we are pleased to be able to present his Trio for Violin, Violoncello, and Piano performed by Adrian Slywotzky, Katherine Kayaian & Stephen Porter. The performance is complimentary, but seating is limited. RSVP by October 26, 2007 to wcolleran@hopkins.edu or 203.397.1001 x499. Heath Commons on the Hopkins School Campus, 986 Forest Road., New Haven, Connecticut.

Sunday, November 4, 2007, 4pm
Aram Basmadjian Organ Concert
Mr. Basmadjian is a featured artist on the PBS program Pipe Dreams. Mr. Basmadjian performs works by Handel, Bach, Widor and others. Free and open to the Public, contact the church to reserve seating. Phone 757-340-5015. Thalia United Methodist Church, 4321 Virginia Beach Blvd., Virginia Beach, VA 23452

Sunday, November 4, 2007, 4pm
The Art of the Negro Spiritual
Soprano Randye Jones and pianist William Tinker present a program featuring spiritual art song by pioneers H. T. Burleigh, Hall Johnson, Roland Hayes, Edward Boatner, John Rosamond Johnson, Florence Price, Robert MacGimsey, William Lawrence, R. Nathaniel Dett, and Margaret Bonds. Free and open to the public. For more information, email research@artofthenegrospiritual.com or phone 641-821-0188. Herrick Chapel, Grinnell College, Grinnell,Iowa.

Sunday, November 4, 2007, 5pm
Choral Evensong For All Saints
St. John's Episcopal Church, presents a Choral Evensong for All Saints featuring the choir of St. John's. Works include God Weeps With Us - Michael Burkhardt, O Gracious Light - Richard Proulx, Psalm 149 - Henry Smart, God Weeps With Us - Moshier, Magnificat & Nunc Dimittis - Walmisley in d minor, I Heard a Voice from Heaven - John Goss, Justorum Animae - C. V. Stanford, I Sing a Song of the Saints, Jesus, Priceless Treasure - Johann Sebastian Bach. John Siderius, organist & choirmaster, the Reverend Donna-Mae Siderius, Rector. Reception follows in the parish house St. John's Episcopal Church, 100 West Queen's Way, Hampton, Virginia. 722-2567.

Sunday, November 4, 2007, 5pm
Dianne Barton: Musical Treasures from Venice to Nashville
Accomplished soprano Dianne Barton will sing patriotic, opera, Broadway, Country and Spiritual selections. Dianne is an Artist-in-Residence at the School of Music of First Baptist, under the supervison of Dennis Adams, Minister of Music who also teaches & directs the Men's Chorus at CNU. Free admission; Love offering will be taken. Phone 757-930-0911. First Baptist Church, 12716 Warwick Blvd (at Maxwell Lane), Newport News.

Contemporary Music Director Position
Prince of Peace Lutheran Church is a mid-sized congregation in the Kings Grant area of Virginia Beach. We offer both traditional and contemporary worship services as ministries that are consistent with Lutheran worship theology. Our contemporary service has been established for 10 years and consists of musicians and vocal singers that lead our 11:00 AM service each Sunday. Interested candidates should have proven leadership and teamwork skills and the ability to supervise musicians and others. The position requires the ability to play a lead musical instrument and participate in weekly rehearsals and a minimum of 43 Sundays per year and additional services as needed. Interested candidates should email their resumes to office@princeofpeacevb.org or fax to 340-8421. For more details click HERE or visit the Prince of Peace website at www.princeofpeacevb.org

Young Artists Concerto Competition
The Competition will take place on Sunday, December 2, 2007 at 2pm at First Baptist Church, Hampton, VA 23669. Winner(s) will perform in concert with the York River Symphony Orchestra on March 15 and 16th 2008. Applications are due Monday, November 5, 2007. For more information visit www.yrso.org/competition/ or email competition@yrso.org or jesauh@aol.com or call 722-1137

NEW
Christopher Newport Univeristy Music Department of Music November Events.
All events are free and open to the public unless otherwise noted. CNU's Ferguson Center for the Arts, 1 University Place, Newport News.
Monday, November 5, 2007, 7:30pm
CNU Jazz Ensemble, under the direction of Prof. Bill Brown. Concert Hall: Admission free.
Tuesday, November 6, 2007, 7:30pm
Concert Hall: CNU Wind Ensemble, under the direction of Dr. Mark Reimer, featuring mezzo-soprano Prof. Lisa Coston and pianist Dr. Jeffrey Brown. Admission free.
Thursday, November 8, 2007,7:30pm
Music and Theatre Hall: Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia, featuring also Sigma Alpha Iota and the music of America. Admission free.
Friday, November 9, 2007, 8pm
Music and Theatre Hall: CNU Music Faculty Recital, featuring members of the voice and instrumental music faculty. Admission free.
Sunday, November 11, 2007, 7pm
Music & Theater Hall, Jazz Certificate Recital, Featuring Saxophonist Nii Akwei Adoteye and his big band.

Monday, November 5, 2007, 7:30pm
VWC Concert Series: Robert Jospé and Inner Rhythm
Jazz drummer, percussionist, and composer Robert Jospé fuses the buoyant grooves of salsa, samba, swing, funk, and African rhythms with modern acoustic jazz into a unique and distinctive style. Jospé's jazz, fusion and Latin ensemble, Inner Rhythm, features Jospé on drums, Bob Hallahan on piano, Jeff Deckeron saxophone, Randall Pharron bass, and Kevin Davison percussion, performing original compositions with roots in jazz, rock, Afro-Cuban, Caribbean and Brazilian styles. Adults - $15, Seniors/military/students/VWC alumni - $8. Edward D. Hofheimer Theater, Fine Arts building, Virginia Wesleyan College, 1584 Wesleyan Dr., Norfolk, VA.

Tuesday, November 6, 2007, 11am
World Beat Workshop
Explore the diasporas of West African rhythms and their influences in America with Robert Jospé.Free. Edward D. Hofheimer Theater, Fine Arts building, Virginia Wesleyan College, 1584 Wesleyan Dr., Norfolk, VA.

Tuesday, November 6, 2007, 8 pm
Wednesday, November 7, 2007, 8 pm
Williamsburg Symphonia: Concert #2
Suk: Serenade for Strings; Ives: Symphony #3, The Camp Meeting; Prokofiev: Classical Symphony, Op 25; Vivaldi: The Four Seasons - Winter, Akemi Takayama, violin. Kimball Theatre, Duke of Gloucester Street, Williamsburg, Virginia. Tickets: $42/$37; Students: $7 (at the door only). Tickets may be purchased by telephone (757-229-9857), via e-mail, williamsburgsymphonia@williamsburgsymphonia.org or postal mail, or at the theatre.
Visit www.williamsburgsymphonia.org Kimball Theatre, Duke of Gloucester Street Williamsburg, Virginia.

NEW
Thursday, November 8, 2007, 8pm
Classics at Suffolk: Back and Beethoven
The classics will make lovely sounds in Suffolk! This exceptional evening includes our fabulous Virginia Symphony Orchestra soloists, an energetic new Assistant Conductor, and the orchestra playing Bach, Beethoven and Vivaldi. Audiences will savor Bach s Brandenburg Concerto No.6, Beethoven's Symphony No.1 and Vivaldi 's Concerto for Two Flutes in the opening orchestral performance at Suffolk Center for the Cultural Arts. Matthew Kraemer, conductor; Debra Wendells Cross, flute. All Tickets $40. Phone 757-923-2900 or visit www.SuffolkCenter.org Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts, 110 W.Finney Avenue - Downtown Suffolk

Postponed to March 2008
Friday, November 9, 2007, 8pm
Odetta and Robert Sims
The legendary Odetta is a renowned performer of ballads, folk, blues and jazz. Over the course of the last half-century, she has become one of the most celebrated figures in music. Odetta has sung for American Presidents, walked arm in arm with great leaders and served as an inspiration to several generations of musicians. Robert Sims, lyric baritone, is highly regarded for his African American spirituals and folk songs. Winner of the Gold Medal, Enmark American Traditions Vocal Competition, he has been hailed by critics for his "rich luxuriant tone, energetic performances and convincing stage presence." Tickets: $27.50 Adult, $16.50 Student. Willett Hall Box Office 757-393-5460; visit www.willetthall.com. www.ticketmaster.com. Willett Hall, 3701 Willett Dr., Portsmouth.

Thursday, November 8, 2007, 8pm
Friday, November 9, 2007, 10:30am
Saturday, November 10, 2007, 8pm
Virginia Symphony: Bach & Vivaldi
Four fabulous VSO soloists, an energetic new Assistant Conductor, and the orchestra playing Bach, Beethoven and Vivaldi. Hear Bach's Brandenburg Concerto No. 6, Beethoven's Symphony No. 1 and Vivaldi's Concerto for Two Flutes. Also works by Gluck and Cimarosa. Matthew Kraemer, conductor. Guest Artists: Debra Wendells Cross, Caitlyn Valovick Moore, flutes; Beverly Baker, Jennifer Snyder, violas. Ticket Price:$22-$82. Visit www.virginiasymphony.org or call (757) 892-6366 for more information. Nov. 8; Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts; Nov. 9 & Nov. 10: Ferguson Center for the Arts, Newport News

Friday, November 9, 2007, 8pm
Early Music Masterpieces, A to Not-Quite-Z
The W&M Early Music Ensemble presents its fall concert Early Music Masterpieces, A to Not-Quite-Z. Fifteen students will sing and play medieval and renaissance "greatest hits" using period instruments such as cittern, cornamuse, cornetto, gothic harp, harpsichord, rebec, recorder, vielle, and viola da gamba. Admission is free. For more information contact director Ruth Griffioen at (757) 221-1089 or rvbgri@wm.edu. Wren Chapel on the W&M campus in Williamsburg.

Virginia Opera: Gilbert & Sullivan's Pirates of Penzance
Conductor: Joseph Walsh; Stage Director: William Theisen. A lively traditional staging that features all the favorite music, swashbuckling comedy, satire and parody any "very model of a modern Major-General" could ever want. Major General: Gary Briggle; Pirate King: Dominic Aquilino .
Norfolk: November 9 at 8pm, 11 at 2:30pm, 14 at 7:30pm, 16 at 8pm, 18 at 2:30pm, 2007 Harrison Opera House
Tickets: [$18-$99] 757-623-1223 (Southside), 757-877-2550 (Peninsula), www.vaopera.org
Fairfax: November 30 at 8pm & December 2 at 2pm, 2007 George Mason University's Center for the Arts
Tickets: [$44-$94] 703-218-6500, www.vaopera.org
Richmond: November 23 at 8pm & 25 at 2:30pm, 2007 Landmark Theater
Tickets: [$20-$85] 804-262-8003, www.vaopera.org
For additional information, patrons may call the toll-free subscriber hotline at 866-OPERA-VA (866-673-7282). Email: info@vaopera.com

Saturday, November 10, 2007, 4pm
Invencia Piano Duo: Piano Music of Adolphus Hailstork
Oksana Lutsyshyn and Andrey Kasparov perform a recital of solo and duo piano works by Adolphus Hailstork. The program includes three world premieres. Works include Trio Sonata, Ignis Fatuus, Eight Variations on "Shalom Chaverim," Two Scherzos, Piano Sonata No. 2, Five Friends, Suite for Piano and Sonata for Two Pianos. A reception and exhibition at the Diehn Composers Room to follow the program. Free and open to the public. Wilson G. Chandler Recital Hall, Diehn Fine and Performing Arts Building, 49th Street & Elkhorn Ave., Old Dominion University, Norfolk.

Saturday, November 10, 2007, 5:30-11pm
Composer H. Leslie Adams Gala
Composer H. Leslie Adams is feted as a "Gem of Cleveland" at fundraiser presented by Spectrum of Supportive Services (an agency that supports mental health). Music of Adams will be presented. Program: reception, silent auction, dinner, presentation of and remarks by composer, dancing. Ticket reservations $75.-1000. at 216-696-8256. University Club 3813 Euclid Avenue; Cleveland, Ohio.

Hampton University Department of Music November Events
All events in Ogden Hall and free and open to the public unless otherwise noted. Ogden Hall, Hampton University Campus, Hampton, VA.
Sunday, November 11, 2007, 5pm
The Virginia Collegiate IMA Choral Music Festival. Hampton'sUniversity and Concert Choirs with Norfolk State University and Virginia State University Choirs.
Monday, November 12, 2007, 8pm
HU JAZZ BAND Fall Concert. Ogden Hall.
Wednesday, November 14, 2007, 6:30pm
Messiah Rehearsal-Calling on Community Singers Bring Your Own Score, Clarke Hall.
Thursday, November 15, 2007, 3pm
Junior Recital Series I: Gregory Patton, oboe, Dett Auditorium.
Friday, November 16, 2007, 3pm
Junior Recital Series: II Stephanie Beckles, soprano; Camille Riddick, piano. Dett Auditorium.
Saturday, November 17, 2007, 7pm
Annual Gospel Choir Thanksgiving Benefit Concert. Admission: A large Canned Good Item or Dry Good or Monetary Donation. Ogden Hall.
Sunday, November 18, 2007, 4pm
Orchestra Scholarship Benefit Concert. Ogden Hall.
Monday, November 19, 2007, 6:30pm
Messiah Rehearsal. Clarke Hall.
Monday, November 26, 2007, 6:30pm
Messiah Rehearsal. Clarke Hall.
Monday, November 26 & Tuesday, November, 27, 3pm
Departmental Recital Series III A & B, Dett Auditorium.
Tuesday, November 27, 2007, 8pm
Senior Recital I: Darrick Smith, tuba. Ogden Hall.
Wednesday,November 28, 2007, 8pm
Senior Recital II: Lorraine Johnson, soprano; Justin Thomas, trombone. Ogden Hall.
Wednesday, November 28, 2007, 6:30pm
Messiah Rehearsal. Clarke Hall.
Thursday,November 29, 2007, 8pm
Senior Recital III: Jamaal McCollough, cello; Christen Hockaday, soprano. Ogden Hall.
Friday, November 30, 2007, 5pm
Messiah Rehearsal. Ogden Hall.
Friday, November 30, 2007, 7pm
Annual Marching Band Concert. Holland Hall.

ODU Department of Music November Events
All events in Chandler Hall and free and open to the public unless otherwise noted. Chandler Recital Hall, Diehn Fine and Performing Arts Bldg., Elkhorn Ave. & 49th Street, Norfolk. Phone 683-4061 for more information.
Sunday, November 11, 4pm
ODU Music Department's University Concert Choir
Tuesday, November 13, 12:30pm
Diehn Residency, Soprano Roberta Alexander master class
Postponed to Spring, 2008
Saturday, November 17, 8pm
Student Opera Workshop, Puccini's Suor Angelica
Sunday, November 18, 3pm & 4pm
Community Music Academy Student and Faculty Recitals Phone 683-4075
Tuesday, November 27, 7:30pm
ODU Music Department Jazz Ensemble and Jazz Choir concert
Friday, November 30 & Saturday, December 1, 6:30pm
Madrigal Banquets, a full meal with performances by the Madrigal Singers and Collegium Musicum featuring the music of Russia and Eastern Europe. Phone 683-5305.

Sunday, November 11, 2007, 3pm
The Washington Chorus: Tribute and Reflection
Grammy Award winner The Washington Chorus, under the direction of guest conductor Julian Wachner, opens its 47th season with a special Veterans Day concert of Tribute and Reflection. Repertoire includes Franz Joseph Haydn's Mass in Time of War and Ralph Vaughan Williams's Dona Nobis Pacem. Soprano Joanna Mongiardo, mezzo-soprano Amanda Crider, tenor William Hite and baritone Stephen Salters join the Chorus and orchestra for the program. Post-concert Talk Back! in the Concert Hall immediately follows the performance. Murray Horwitz, Director of the AFI Silver Theatre and NPR commentator joins conductor Julian Wachner. Single ticket prices range from $15 to $55. Tickets may be purchased by calling The Washington Chorus Box Office at (202) 342-6221 or ordering securely online at www.thewashingtonchorus.org. Ticket may also be purchased at the Kennedy Center Box Office or Instant Charge at (202) 467-4600. Kennedy Center Concert Hall, Washington, D.C.

Sunday, November 11, 2007, 4pm
Steinway Artist Larry Dalton
The Temple of Music Community Concert Series presents Steinway Artist Larry Dalton. Larry Dalton is known for his performances throughout more than 60 countries and his formidable skill at orchestra arrangement. Though his passion has always been shared by Gospel and the Classics, his arrangements can be heard on albums by the likes of Steve Perry, Al Green, Paula Abdul and Maurice Sklar. His recording credits include the likes of London's National Philharmonic Orchestra. Join us for an inspiring program of Sacred and Patriotic works for the Veterans Day Holiday. The event is free, but seating is limited. RSVP today: (757) 463-1776Jordan Kitt's Temple of Music. 3645 Virginia Beach Blvd. Virginia Beach, VA 23452

NEW
Sunday, November 11, 2007, 3pm
Friday, November 16, 2007, 8pm
Saturday, November 17, 2007, 8pm
Of Love and War, The In Series
In this powerful piece, a group of actors, musicians, and dancers will perform the poetry of Spaniard Federico García Lorca and American Walt Whitman, focusing on selections from each poet dealing with the two dominant themes of love and war. Mezzo-soprano Michelle Rice will sing passages from Bellini's Norma to help reference the musical world in which Whitman lived and his love of bel canto, as well as selections from Manuel de Falla's Siete Canciones Populares Españolas to add to the context of Lorca's works. Ms. Rice tells us "The recitation of this poetry as a performing art is a beautiful and compelling process to be a part of, and I'm sure it will be captivating to watch." Tickets: $29/Adult; $15/Child; $26/Senior; $15/Student. For more information or to purchase tickets online, visit: www.inseries.org/ and www.michelle-rice.com GALA Theatre -Tivoli, 3333 14th Street NW, Washington DC 20010.

Christopher Newport Univeristy Music Department of Music November Events.
All events are free and open to the public unless otherwise noted. CNU's Ferguson Center for the Arts, 1 University Place, Newport News.
Monday, November 12, 2007, 12 noon
Music and Theatre Hall: Student Recital. Admission free.
Wednesday, November 12, 2007, 7:30pm
Concert Hall: University Orchestra, under the direction of Dr. Joseph Pollard White, featuring violinist Prof. Yun Zhang. Admission free.
Thursday, November 15, 2007, 7:30pm
Music and Theatre Hall: Guitar Orchestra, under the direction of Dr. Samuel Dorsey. Admission free.
Sunday, November 18, 2007, 4pm
Music and Theatre Hall: Senior Recital, featuring bassist Nicholas Johnson. Admission free.

Hampton University Department of Music November Events
All events in Ogden Hall and free and open to the public unless otherwise noted. Ogden Hall, Hampton University Campus, Hampton, VA.
Monday, November 12, 2007, 8pm
HU JAZZ BAND Fall Concert. Ogden Hall.
Wednesday, November 14, 2007, 6:30pm
Messiah Rehearsal-Calling on Community Singers Bring Your Own Score, Clarke Hall.
Thursday, November 15, 2007, 3pm
Junior Recital Series I: Gregory Patton, oboe, Dett Auditorium.
Friday, November 16, 2007, 3pm
Junior Recital Series: II Stephanie Beckles, soprano; Camille Riddick, piano. Dett Auditorium.
Saturday, November 17, 2007, 7pm
Annual Gospel Choir Thanksgiving Benefit Concert. Admission: A large Canned Good Item or Dry Good or Monetary Donation. Ogden Hall.
Sunday, November 18, 2007, 4pm
Orchestra Scholarship Benefit Concert. Ogden Hall.
Monday, November 19, 2007, 6:30pm
Messiah Rehearsal. Clarke Hall.
Monday, November 26, 2007, 6:30pm
Messiah Rehearsal. Clarke Hall.
Monday, November 26 & Tuesday, November, 27, 3pm
Departmental Recital Series III A & B, Dett Auditorium.
Tuesday, November 27, 2007, 8pm
Senior Recital I: Darrick Smith, tuba. Ogden Hall.
Wednesday,November 28, 2007, 8pm
Senior Recital II: Lorraine Johnson, soprano; Justin Thomas, trombone. Ogden Hall.
Wednesday, November 28, 2007, 6:30pm
Messiah Rehearsal. Clarke Hall.
Thursday,November 29, 2007, 8pm
Senior Recital III: Jamaal McCollough, cello; Christen Hockaday, soprano. Ogden Hall.
Friday, November 30, 2007, 5pm
Messiah Rehearsal. Ogden Hall.
Friday, November 30, 2007, 7pm
Annual Marching Band Concert. Holland Hall.

ODU Department of Music November Events
All events in Chandler Hall and free and open to the public unless otherwise noted. Chandler Recital Hall, Diehn Fine and Performing Arts Bldg., Elkhorn Ave. & 49th Street, Norfolk. Phone 683-4061 for more information.
Tuesday, November 13, 12:30pm
Diehn Residency, Soprano Roberta Alexander master class
Postponed to Spring, 2008
Saturday, November 17, 8pm
Student Opera Workshop, Puccini's Suor Angelica
Sunday, November 18, 3pm & 4pm
Community Music Academy Student and Faculty Recitals Phone 683-4075
Tuesday, November 27, 7:30pm
ODU Music Department Jazz Ensemble and Jazz Choir concert
Friday, November 30 & Saturday, December 1, 6:30pm
Madrigal Banquets, a full meal with performances by the Madrigal Singers and Collegium Musicum featuring the music of Russia and Eastern Europe. Phone 683-5305. For tickets see below.

New Information
Monday, November 12, 2007, 8pm
Soprano Roberta Alexander: Femmes Fatale
Soprano Roberta Alexander will perform an evening of music, including opera arias, lieder, Broadway songs, anecdotes and information with the central theme of "Femmes Fatale." Among the most compelling singing actresses of our time, Alexander enjoys international renown for her riveting, incisive characterizations and miraculous vocal and dramatic range. She is an uncommonly communicative recitalist and has offered acclaimed programs at New York's Carnegie Recital Hall, the Philadelphia Chamber Music Society, the Vienna Musikverein, London's Wigmore Hall and the Amsterdam Concertgebouw. An especially ardent and persuasive interpreter of American masterworks, her latest recordings include Songs My Mother Taught Me and With You (the latter an anthology of Broadway songs). Her voluminous discography on the Etcetera, Philips, Sony, Teldec and BMG reflects her astonishing mastery of varied vocal styles: songs by Barber, Mozart, Bernstein, Ives, Copland, Strauss, Castelnuovo-Tedesco, Puccini and Villa-Lobos; Handel's Giulio Cesare, Apollo e Daphne, and Samson and Theodora; Mozart's Don Giovanni and Idomeneo and such rarities as Goldschmidt's Der Gewaltige Hahnrei and Beatrice Cenci, Heppener's Four Songs of Ezra Pound and an Edison-winning recording of Andriessen's Songs with Orchestra. Ms. Alexander also will give a master class at 12:30 p.m. Tuesday, November 13 also in the Chandler Recital Hall. Tickets for the concert are available in advance or at the door. Tickets: $10 ODU Students, $15 General admission. Tickets may be purchased at the Arts and Letters Box Office in the lobby of University Theatre, located between 46th Street and 47th Street, or by calling 683-5305. Chandler Hall, Diehn Fine & Performing Arts Center, 49th Street and Elkhorn Ave., Old Dominion University, Norfolk.

NEW
Tuesday, November 13, 2007, 4:15pm
The Gospel truth about the Negro Spiritual
What is the Gospel truth about the Negro Spiritual? How are spirituals similar to Gospel music and how are the two styles different? Soprano and researcher Randye Jones will address these questions in a lecture-recital. The presentation will include musical recordings by performers who have revolutionized each style over the years. Also Jones will be joined by pianist William Tinker to demonstrate different approaches to setting the same spiritual, Sometimes I Feel Like a Motherless Child. Jones has gained international recognition for her research of African American vocalists and composers through her Web site, Afrocentric Voices in Classical Music, and her research project, The Art of the Negro Spiritual, has been profiled in publications such as Billboard. The program is free and open to the public. Bucksbaum Center for the Arts, Grinnell College, Grinnell, Iowa

Tuesday, November 13, 2007, 7:30pm
Bay Youth Orchestras: The Elements - Earth
Bay Youth Orchestras of Virginia will open its 2007/2008 season with The Bay Youth Symphony and Concert Orchestras featured in this, the first of 4 concerts inspired by the four classical elements; Earth, Fire, Water and Air. This performance presents Earth as portrayed in Dances with Wolves by John Berry, an adaptation of the score from the film of the same name and Smetana's The Moldau inspired by the Vltava river as it flows through the historic region between Romania, Moldova and the Ukraine. Also featured on the program is the Thunder and Lightening Polka by Strauss, Peer Gynt Suite by Grieg and the Third Movement from Tchaikovsky's Symphony No. 6. This concert is Helen Martell's first as Music Director and Symphony Orchestra director and Todd Parrish's first as Concert Orchestra conductor. Ms. Martell was selected for the Music Director position after the departure of Dr. Jean Montès for Loyola University in New Orleans. She had been the Concert Orchestra director for 6 years. Tickets are $10 for adults and $6 for students/children and are available at the door or by contacting the Bay Youth Orchestras manager at 757-618-1800 or bayyouth@excite.com. For further information, visit our website, www.bayyouth.org or call the manager. TCC Roper Performing Arts Center, Granby Street, Norfolk.

Wednesday, November 14, 2007, 7pm
Saturday, November 17, 2007, 7:30pm
Recital en Rose: Singing for the Cure
Rita Addico-Cohen, soprano and Amanda Halstead, piano. Songs by Amy Beach, Pauline Viardot, Nadia Boulanger, Fanny Mendelssohn Hensel, Clara Wieck Schumann and other women composers. Suggested donation: $10 Adults, $5 Students at the door. Proceeds to benefit the National Breast Cancer Foundation, inc. Nov.14: Grace United Methodist Church, 1209 Country Club Rd., Newport News. Nov. 17: Chandler Recital Hall, Diehn Fine and Performing Arts Building, Old Dominion University, 49th Street and Elkhorn Ave., Norfolk.

Thursday, November 15, 2007, 7:30pm
The Grand Tour: Music From France and England
Virginia Symphony Orchestra Salon Series at Yorktown. Ticket Price:$20. Visit www.virginiasymphony.org or call (757) 892-6366 for more information. Historic Freight Shed - Yorktown

Friday, November 16, 2007, 7:30pm
Organ Dedication Concert
St. Paul's Episcopal Church dedicates the new Mander organ with the Hampton Roads debut of the British organ virtuoso Thomas Trotter. Phone 757-627-4353. St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 201 St. Paul's Blvd., Norfolk, Virginia.

Friday, November 16, 2007, 7:30pm
VWC Concert Series: Lee Jordan Anders Plays Beethoven
Lee Jordan Anders, Batten Professor of Music and Artist-in-Residence at Virginia Wesleyan, performs Ludwig Van Beethoven's Sonata in A Major, Opus 2/2; Sonata in C-sharp minor "Moonlight," Opus 27/2, Sonata in E Major, Opus 109. Jordan Anders joined the Virginia Wesleyan music faculty in 1986 after living in Europe for five years, a period devoted to performing extensively as both soloist and chamber musician. During the fall of 2005 she was a resident at La Cité Internationale des Arts in Paris where she studied the music of Claude Debussy and Erik Satie. Her second CD recording, In A, was released in 2006. Adults - $10, Seniors/military/students/VWC alumni - $5. Edward D. Hofheimer Theater, Fine Arts building, Virginia Wesleyan College, 1584 Wesleyan Dr., Norfolk, VA.

Friday, November 16, 2007, 8pm
Saturday, November 17, 2007, 8pm
Of Love and War, The In Series
In this powerful piece, a group of actors, musicians, and dancers will perform the poetry of Spaniard Federico García Lorca and American Walt Whitman, focusing on selections from each poet dealing with the two dominant themes of love and war. Mezzo-soprano Michelle Rice will sing passages from Bellini's Norma to help reference the musical world in which Whitman lived and his love of bel canto, as well as selections from Manuel de Falla's Siete Canciones Populares Españolas to add to the context of Lorca's works. Ms. Rice tells us "The recitation of this poetry as a performing art is a beautiful and compelling process to be a part of, and I'm sure it will be captivating to watch." Tickets: $29/Adult; $15/Child; $26/Senior; $15/Student. For more information or to purchase tickets online, visit: www.inseries.org/ and www.michelle-rice.com GALA Theatre -Tivoli, 3333 14th Street NW, Washington DC 20010

Friday, November 16, 2007, 8pm
Sutasoma: Balinese Wayang Kulit
Master puppeteer Gusti Putu Sudarta, accompanied by a small ensemble of leading Balinese and American gamelan musicians, directs the Sutasoma tale in an evening of traditional Balinese Shadow Theater (wayang kulit). Sutasoma is one of the only extant Buddhist tales in the largely Hindu Balinese culture. A Dalang-shadow master, singer, story teller-manipulates intricately carved leather puppets against a semi-transparent screen and provides voices for each character, entertaining the audience with dances, fight scenes, humor, and philosophical exegesis. This concert is co-sponsored by the Reves Center for International Studies and the Department of Theatre. Free and open to the public, no tickets required. Call 221-1082 for more information. Ewell Recital Hall is located on the William and Mary campus inside Ewell Hall (off Jamestown Road near Boundary Street, Williamsburg.

Saturday, November 17, 2007, 3pm
Tanya Anisimova, Cello
Cellist Tanya Anisimova accompanied by pianist Lydia Frumkin performing Franck - Violin Sonata in A Major, Anisimova - Icelandic Fantasy, Rachmaninov - Cello Sonata in G minor. Reception will follow the concert. Admission: $30. Checks payable to Ms. Cynthia Tremblay, Casa Maria Concerts, 280 Ortman Drive, Greenwood, VA 22943. For Further information please call 434-962-5540; 540-456-6450.

Saturday, November 17, 2007, 7pm
Sunday November 18, 6pm
Bellissima! The Life and Love of Women
Bellissima! Deborah L. Carr, Artistic Director, Conductor and Founder. This all-women chorale performs music about the many roles women have played and continue to play in our daily lives. From the sacrifices of our great-grandmothers wandering from their homelands to new countries, to falling in love, marriage songs and dances, to chores of baking, cooking, harvesting, birthing and caring for children and finally a poignant look at mid-life and death. A free will donation. Phone 481-7332. Nov. 17: Blessed Sacrament Roman Catholic Church, 6400 Newport Ave., Norfolk. Nov. 18: Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 424 Kings Grant Rd., Virginia Beach.

Saturday, November 17, 2007, 8pm
An American Song Sampler
American art songs by Jean Berger, Leonard Bernstein, Aaron Copland, John Duke, Ricky Ian Gordon, André Previn and Libby Larsen. Sung by Emily Brennan, Joseph Brown, Karen Hoy, Emily Russell, Ann Elizabeth Scott and Scott Wermers. James Senson, Piano. Admission is free and a reception will follow the recital in the fellowship hall. Second Presbyterian Church, 7305 Hampton Blvd., Norfolk. For additional information phone 757-343-1672.

Saturday, November 17, 2007, 8pm
Sunday, November 18, 2007, 3pm.
Williamsburg Choral Guild: Sing We Thanks
Williamsburg Choral Guild, Jay BeVille, conductor. This program is a tribute during our national Thanksgiving Week, a chance to say thank you on many levels as we acknowledge, through the songs of praise and dedication, our gratitude for life, the sacrifice of others and the love of God. Music of Rutter, Vaughan Williams, Dirksen, Fauré, Daley, and Barnett. Karen Harris, at the keyboards of Williamsburg Presbyterian Church's new Jean Paul Buzard pipe organ; Accompanied by brass ensemble and timpani. Venue: Williamsburg Presbyterian Church, 215 Richmond Road, Williamsburg. . Subscription series - $30. Individual concerts - $12.50 each ($15 at door), Students $7.50. Tickets for individual concerts may be purchased at: The Coffeehouse, Williamsburg Crossing, Massey's Camera Shop, Merchants Square, Old Chickahominy House, Jamestown Road. To purchase season subscriptions or individual tickets by mail phone 757-220-1808 or visit www.williamsburgchoralguild.org

Sunday, November 18, 2007, 10:30am
Organ Dedication Service
St. Paul's Episcopal Church dedicates the new Mander organ with a Holy Eucharist: Rite II. The Reverend F. Scott Hennessy, Rector. St. Paul's Church Choir; Charles Woodward, Organist and Choir Director. Music of William H. Harris, George A. Macferren, William Mathias and Charles H.H.Parry. Phone 757-627-4353. St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 201 St. Paul's Blvd., Norfolk, Virginia.

Sunday, November 18, 2007, 3pm
Symphonicity: Sea Sounds
Symphonicity, The Symphony Orchestra of Virginia Beach, continues its 27th Season with a Grand Opening performance in the new Sandler Center for the Performing Arts featuring Mezzo-soprano Robynne Redmon joining the orchestra for Elgar's Sea Pictures, Op.37. The orchestra will also be performing Wagner's Overture to The Flying Dutchman and the Suite from Tchaikovsky's Swan Lake Ballet, Op. 20a. The world premiere of "Sea Song Fantasy" by arranger John Wasson will also be performed. This was commissioned by Next Financial Group. An art show will also be on display at the Sandler Center, presented by The Artist's Gallery of Virginia Beach, featuring works involving the sea by local artists. Season Tickets: $95 - $74; Phone 757-671-8611 or visit www.symphonicity.org They may be purchased at the concert also. Individual tickets are available only through Sandler Center-call 757-385-2787 (ARTS) or visit www.sandlercenter.org Sandler Center, 201 Market Street, Town Center, Virginia Beach, 23462.

NEW
Sunday, November 18, 2007, 4pm
Invencia Piano Duo
Andrey Kasparov and Oksana Lutsyshyn help dedicate the new Yamaha grand piano, performing works by Bizet, Schubert, Ravel and others. A reception to follow. Free and open to public. Green Acres Presbyterian Church, 3135 Hanley Ave, Portsmouth, VA. 757-484-5125 www.greenacrespc.org

Sunday, November 18, 2007, 4pm
Rejoice! Hymn Festival
The Center for Sacred Music at Virginia Wesleyan College presents "Rejoice!" - a hymn festival based on the texts of Charles Wesley in celebration of the 300th year of his birth. The festival will feature a 100-voice massed choir of singers from area United Methodist churches leading the congregational singing and presenting 3 anthems under the direction of Don Krudop, Martha Springstead, and Wes Lockfaw, with Sharon Foxwell as organist. Virginia Beach United Methodist Church, 19th & Pacific.

Hampton University Department of Music November Events
All events in Ogden Hall and free and open to the public unless otherwise noted. Ogden Hall, Hampton University Campus, Hampton, VA.
Monday, November 19, 2007, 6:30pm
Messiah Rehearsal. Clarke Hall.
Monday, November 26, 2007, 6:30pm
Messiah Rehearsal. Clarke Hall.
Monday, November 26 & Tuesday, November, 27, 3pm
Departmental Recital Series III A & B, Dett Auditorium.
Tuesday, November 27, 2007, 8pm
Senior Recital I: Darrick Smith, tuba. Ogden Hall.
Wednesday,November 28, 2007, 8pm
Senior Recital II: Lorraine Johnson, soprano; Justin Thomas, trombone. Ogden Hall.
Wednesday, November 28, 2007, 6:30pm
Messiah Rehearsal.Clarke Hall.
Thursday,November 29, 2007, 8pm
Senior Recital III: Jamaal McCollough, cello; Christen Hockaday, soprano. Ogden Hall.
Friday, November 30, 2007, 5pm
Messiah Rehearsal. Ogden Hall.
Friday, November 30, 2007, 7pm
Annual Marching Band Concert. Holland Hall.

Monday, November 19, 2007, 12 noon
Monumental Methodist Noonday Concert: Trilogy
Trilogy is made up of three talented instrumentalists: Diana Rothermel-Kemp, Violin & Recorders; Deborah Ogan, Viola de Gamba & Recorders; Mary Norris, Flute and Recorders. Their repertoire includes music from the Renaissance era. A light luncheon following the concert will be held in the fellowship hall of the church for a fee of $5.00. The concert is free and open to the public. Luncheon reservations are suggested by calling the church at 397-1297. Monumental United Methodist Church, 450 Dinwiddie St., Portsmouth

New Program Information
Monday, November 19, 2007, 8pm
Norfolk Chamber Consort: The Art of Transcription
The Norfolk Chamber Consort, F. Gerard Errante and Allen Shaffer, Artistic Co-Directors; Andrey Kasparav, Artistic Director Designate, presents The Art of Transcription featuring Les deux Claveçins: Thomas Marshall and Allen Shaffer, Duo Harpsichordists assisted by the Norfolk Chamber Consort String Quintet: Yun Zhang and Lesa Bishop, violins; Beverly Kane Baker, viola; Michael Daniels, cello; Christopher White, bass. Suite No. 3 in D Major, BWV 1068 - Johann Sebastian Bach; Concerto in C minor for two harpsichords, BWV 1060, J. S. Bach: Chorale Fantasia on Nun freut euch - D. Buxtehude; Concerto in C minor for two harpsichords, BWV 1062, J. S. Bach. A preconcert talk by Allen Shaffer about the Art of Transcription will begin at 7:45 pm. A reception by The Boot will follow the concert. Tickets: $20/$8 Student. Phone 222-0184 or 622-4542. Visit www.ncconsort.org. Chandler Recital Hall, Diehn Fine and Performing Arts Center, Old Dominion University, Corner of Elkhorn Avenue and 49th Street, Norfolk.

Virginia Opera: Gilbert & Sullivan's Pirates of Penzance
Conductor: Joseph Walsh; Stage Director: William Theisen. A lively traditional staging that features all the favorite music, swashbuckling comedy, satire and parody any "very model of a modern Major-General" could ever want. Major General: Gary Briggle; Pirate King: Dominic Aquilino.
Richmond: November 23 at 8pm & 25 at 2:30pm, 2007 Landmark Theater
Tickets: [$20-$85] 804-262-8003, www.vaopera.org
Fairfax: November 30 at 8pm & December 2 at 2pm, 2007 George Mason University's Center for the Arts
Tickets: [$44-$94] 703-218-6500, www.vaopera.org
For additional information, patrons may call the toll-free subscriber hotline at 866-OPERA-VA (866-673-7282). Email: info@vaopera.com

Saturday, November 24, 2007, 8pm
Virginia Symphony: All Beethoven
Brush up your Beethoven! Take a break from the holiday clamor and treat yourself to a "romantic evening" with the triumphant sounds of Beethoven and a performance by Philippine-born pianist Cecile Licad who brings her blend of daring instincts and superb musical training to Beethoven's Piano Concerto No 3. Also Beethoven - Egmont Overture, Symphony No.7. JoAnn Falletta, conductor. Ticket Price:$22-$82. Visit www.virginiasymphony.org or call (757) 892-6366 for more information. Chrysler Hall, Norfolk.

Christopher Newport Univeristy Music Department November Events
All events are free and open to the public unless otherwise noted. CNU's Ferguson Center for the Arts, 1 University Place, Newport News.
Monday, November 26, 12 noon
Music and Theatre Hall: Student Recital. Admission free.
Monday, November 26, 7pm
Concert Hall: Holiday Happening 2007: A Family Tradition, featuring CNU and community ensembles. Ensembles: Tuba Santas, Santa Bones, United States Continental Army Band Herald Trumpets, CNU Men's Chorus, CNU Wind Ensemble, Poquoson High School Concert Choir, CNU World Music Ensemble, Jamestown High School Concert Choir, CNU Guitar Orchestra, Menchville High School Guitar Orchestra, Woodside High School Guitar Orchestra, Peninsula Children's Choir, York High School Chamber Choir, CNU Flute Angels, CNU Women's Chorus, Don Morse and the Zion Baptist Church Choir, CNU Jazz Ensemble and Vocal Jazz Ensemble, Mass Choir and Wind Ensemble. Special Reception hosted by Delegate Glenn Oder. Tickets are required, but admission is free. will be available in the Ferguson Center Ticket Office (757.594.8752). CURRENTLY FEWER THAN 200 TICKETS REMAIN FOR THIS PERFORMANCE.
Wednesday, November 28, 7:30pm
Music and Theatre Hall: CNU World Music Ensemble, under the direction of Dr. Raj Chaudhury, featuring music of India. Admission free.
Thursday, November 29, 7:30pm
Music and Theatre Hall: CNU Saxophone Quartet, under the direction of Professor James Richmond. Admission free.
Friday, November 30, 8pm
First Baptist Church of Newport News: CNU Masterworks Concert, under the direction of Dr. Lauren Fowler-Calisto, featuring Daniel Pinkham's Christmas Cantata for choir, brass, and organ. Admission free.
Sunday, December 2, 4pm
Concert Hall: CNU Women's Chorus, under the direction of Dr. Lauren Fowler-Calisto, and CNU Men's Chorus, under the direction of Professor Dennis Adams. Admission free.

Hampton University Department of Music November Events
All events in Ogden Hall and free and open to the public unless otherwise noted. Ogden Hall, Hampton University Campus, Hampton, VA.
Monday, November 26, 2007, 6:30pm
Messiah Rehearsal. Clarke Hall.
Monday, November 26 & Tuesday, November, 27, 3pm
Departmental Recital Series III A & B, Dett Auditorium.
Tuesday, November 27, 2007, 8pm
Senior Recital I: Darrick Smith, tuba. Ogden Hall.
Wednesday,November 28, 2007, 8pm
Senior Recital II: Lorraine Johnson, soprano; Justin Thomas, trombone. Ogden Hall.
Wednesday, November 28, 2007, 6:30pm
Messiah Rehearsal.Clarke Hall.
Thursday,November 29, 2007, 8pm
Senior Recital III: Jamaal McCollough, cello; Christen Hockaday, soprano. Ogden Hall.
Friday, November 30, 2007, 5pm
Messiah Rehearsal. Ogden Hall.
Friday, November 30, 2007, 7pm
Annual Marching Band Concert. Holland Hall.

Monday, November 26, 2007, 7pm
Holiday Happening 2007: A Family Tradition
There is no charge for Holiday Happening, and seating is general admission. Tickets are required, however, owing to full-capacity houses both nights and Because the Ferguson Center Ticket Office is closed for Thanksgiving, Holiday Happening 2007 tickets are available in the Music & Theatre Hall lobby Wednesday, November 21 and Friday, November 23 from 10am until 5pm. Tickets are also available on Sunday, November 25 at the Concert Hall Ticket Office beginning at 5pm. Concert Hall, Ferguson Center for the Arts, Christopher Newport University, Newport News.

Monday, November 26, 2007, 7:30pm
VWC Concert Series: From the Parlor
WHRO-FM music director Dwight Davis hosts a charming celebration of music for the home from years gone by, based on his popular radio program of the same name. The program features Georgeann Paddock, soprano, Lisa Relaford Coston, mezzo-soprano, Kerry Jennings, tenor, Christopher Mooney, baritone, and Charles Woodward, pianist. Adults - $10, Seniors/military/students/VWC alumni - $5. Edward D. Hofheimer Theater, Fine Arts building, Virginia Wesleyan College, 1584 Wesleyan Dr., Norfolk, VA.

Tuesday, November 27, 2007, 12:30pm
Hardwick Chamber Ensemble: Lecture/Recital
The Hardwick Chamber Ensemble will present a lecture/recital of clarinet and piano music. John Winsor, clarinet and Jeanette Winsor, piano will perform the Sonata for Clarinet and Piano - Leonard Bernstein, Nocturne in C# Minor - Chopin, and Sonata for Clarinet and Piano - John Winsor. This concert is free and open to the public. Call 424-4277 for more information. Theater of Tidewater Community College, Portsmouth Campus.

Tuesday, November 27, 2007, 7pm
St. Petersburg Men's Ensemble From Russia
The Russian Men's Ensemble repertoire encompasses various epochs and styles - from ancient Russian chants and music of Western Europe, to modern music. Our Russian guests will introduce to the audience Russian folk songs, secular and ecclesiastic compositions, as well as modern composers and transcriptions of popular melodies. Bring your friends and come celebrate this holiday season. Reception following in the Parish House. Admission - $15. Advance tickets available from choir members & the church office. Phone 722-2567. St. John's Episcopal Church, 100 West Queen's Way, Hampton, VA.

Tuesday, November 27, 2007, 7:30pm
Boston Pops Holiday Concert
Celebrate the magic of the holiday season with Keith Lockhart and the Boston Pops. Named by The New York Times as 'the best-known, most recorded and arguably most popular orchestra in the United States,' the 80 musicians strong Boston Pops play to more than one-million patrons each year. Their concert of the music of Christmas past, from age-old carols to Handel's Hallelujah Chorus are sure to enrich your experience of Christmas present. This festive concert will feature special guest artists, an audience sing-along and quite possibly an appearance from jolly old St. Nick! Tickets: $67, $77, $87 at www.ticketmaster.com CNU's Ferguson Center for the Arts, 1 University Place, Newport News.

Tuesday, November 27, 2007, 7:30pm
Colin Carr, cello
Another Great Performers Series favorite, cellist Colin Carr has appeared throughout the world as a soloist, chamber musician, recording artist and teacher. He regularly makes guest appearances with major orchestras worldwide, including the Royal Philharmonic, BBC Symphony, the orchestras of Chicago, Los Angeles, Washington, Philadelphia, Montreal and all the major orchestras of Australia and New Zealand. He is the winner of many prestigious awards including First Prize in the Naumburg Competition, the Gregor Piatigorsky Memorial Award and Second Prize in the Rostropovich International Cello Competetion. Mr. Carr first played the cello at the age of five. He began at the Yehudi Menuhin School at age eight. He currently is a distinguished professor at the Royal Academy of Music in London. Colin Carr continues to captivate audiences worldwide with his versatility and supreme musicianship. Tickets $30/$25. Phone 757-722-2787 or visit www.HamptonArts.net American Theatre, 125 Mellen Street, Hampton VA. 23663.

ODU Department of Music November Events
All events in Chandler Hall and free and open to the public unless otherwise noted. Chandler Recital Hall, Diehn Fine and Performing Arts Bldg., Elkhorn Ave. & 49th Street, Norfolk. Phone 683-4061 for more information.
Tuesday, November 27, 7:30pm
ODU Music Department Jazz Ensemble and Jazz Choir concert
Friday, November 30 & Saturday, December 1, 6:30pm
Madrigal Banquets, a full meal with performances by the Madrigal Singers and Collegium Musicum featuring the music of Russia and Eastern Europe. Phone 683-5305. For tickets see below.

Thursday, November 29, 2007, 8pm
Virginia Symphony: Beethoven and Mozart
Meet the transition team as the classical music forms of Mozart shift toward the romantic music of Beethoven. Our own Yun Zhang and Assistant Conductor Matthew Kraemer take you on a journey as the spirit of Romanticism rises in the concert halls. Beethoven - Egmont Overture & Symphony No. 7; Mozart - Violin Concerto No. 4 Ticket Price:$25-$45. Visit www.virginiasymphony.org or call (757) 892-6366 for more information. St. Bede Catholic Church, Williamsburg.

Friday, November 30, 2007, 6:30pm
Saturday, December 1, 2007, 6:30pm
ODU Madrigal Banquets
ODU Madrigal Banquets, a full meal with performances by the Madrigal Singers and Collegium Musicum featuring the music of Russia and Eastern Europe $20 ODU Students, $30 Groups and Non-ODU Students, $35 General admission. Phone 683-5305Atrium, Diehn Fine & Performing Arts Center, 49th Street and Elkhorn Ave., Old Dominion University, Norfolk.

Virginia Opera: Gilbert & Sullivan's Pirates of Penzance
Conductor: Joseph Walsh; Stage Director: William Theisen. A lively traditional staging that features all the favorite music, swashbuckling comedy, satire and parody any "very model of a modern Major-General" could ever want. Major General: Gary Briggle; Pirate King: Dominic Aquilino.
November 30 at 8pm & December 2 at 2pm, 2007 Fairfax: George Mason University's Center for the Arts. Tickets: [$44-$94] 703-218-6500, www.vaopera.org
For additional information, patrons may call the toll-free subscriber hotline at 866-OPERA-VA (866-673-7282). Email: info@vaopera.com

Hampton University Department of Music December Events
All events in Ogden Hall and free and open to the public unless otherwise noted. Ogden Hall, Hampton University Campus, Hampton, VA.
Saturday, December 1, 2007, 1pm
Messiah Rehearsal. Clarke Hall. Calling on Community Singers Bring your own score
Sunday, December 2, 4pm
The University Choirs & Orchestra perform Handel's Oratorio Messiah. Ogden Hall No admission charge, however donations will be accepted. For details see below.
Monday, December 3, 8pm
Senior Recital IV: Ramoses Ptahkind, saxophone; Kia Stallings, percussion Ogden Hall
Tuesday, December 4 - Wednesday, December 5, 2007, 3pm
Departmental Recital Series IV A & B (All Level 100 Students) Dett Auditorium
Wednesday, December 5, 2007, 8pm
HU Flute Choir Holiday Concert. Lori Shipley, Director Dett Auditorium

Saturday, December 1, 2007, 4pm
Virginia Children's Chorus: Carolers of Winter
Welcome the holiday season with joyous sounds of the four choirs of the Virginia Children's Chorus, featuring children ages 6 to 18, directed by Carol Thomas Downing, Louisa Priore and Corbin Thomas. Admission: $10 for adults and $5 for students and seniors. For more information or to purchase tickets, call 440-9100. Visit www.vachildrenschorus.com Johnson Theater, Norfolk Academy, 1685 Wesleyan Dr., Norfolk.

Saturday, December 1, 2007, 8pm
New Sigmund Romberg Orchestra And Soloists: A Viennese Christmas
A Viennese Christmas Concert, performed by the New Sigmund Romberg Orchestra and Soloists is one of the finest Christmas programs ever to be presented. This concert is presented in conjunction with the Portsmouth Olde Towne Holiday Music Festival. Known for its masterful interpretation of traditional holiday music in the first half of the program, and a wonderful mixture of Viennese music and selections from Romberg repertoire of operettas in the second half, this orchestra has been a perennial favorite from coast to coast for many years. Tickets: $27.50 Adult, $16.50 Student. Willett Hall Box Office 757-393-5460; visit www.willetthall.com. www.ticketmaster.com.Willett Hall, 3701 Willett Dr., Portsmouth.

Sunday, December 2, 2007, at 12 noon, 2pm and 4pm
Eastern Virginia Brass Holiday Concert
Celebrate the holidays with fun, tradition and the Eastern Virginia Brass. Begin your family festivities with all that Jingle Bell jazz. Then continue the 45 minutes worth of joy with Sleigh Ride, Rudolf the Red-Nosed Reindeer, the Saints Halleluiah, Nutcracker and hum along-no sing-along to a good sprinkling of traditional holiday favorites and beautiful Christmas carols. The Eastern Virginia Brass has been a favorite musical member of our community for more than 25 years. They personally introduce each piece, invite participation by the entire family and play with sparkling virtuosity. The musicians are Lawrence Clemens and Robert Spaeth, trumpets; Marlene Ford, horn; Robert Ford, trombone and Peter DuBeau, tuba For ticket information, call 1-800-History or visit www.history.org DeWitt Wallace Decorative Arts Museum, 325 W. Francis Street, Williamsburg.

Sunday, December 2, 2007, 4pm
Advent Lessons and Carols
Advent Lessons and Carols with the Trinity Choir, James E. Derr, choirmaster/organist. Reception in the Parish Hall to follow. A freewill offering will be received. Trinity Episcopal Church, 500 Court Street, Olde Towne, Portsmouth.

Sunday, December 2, 2007, 4pm
Messiah
The Hampton University Department of Music, The Musical Arts Society, The University Chamber Orchestra, and the Hampton University Choirs present the timeless holiday musical work, Messiah by George F. Handel. This concert serves as the Pre-Celebration to the Department of Music's 80th Anniversary Celebration beginning in January 2008. Maestro Jerry A. Bracey, Orchestra Director, will conduct the University Choirs, prepared by Royzell L. Dillard, Director of University Choirs and The University Chamber Orchestra Special guest soloists are Shelia J. Maye, Soprano, chair-the Department of Music Hampton University; Internationally renown Mezzo-Soprano, Kehembe V. Eichelberger of Washington, D.C.; Hampton Roads own Ronald Myers, Tenor; and New York operatic artist, Gregory Gardner, Baritone. Come and celebrate with the Hampton Orchestra and Choirs with this timeless classic. Admission for the concert is free and open to the public. Donations to the Music Department, Choir and/or Orchestra Scholarship campaign will be accepted. For additional information, please call 757-727-5237 (Music Department) 757.727-5603 (University Choirs), 757.728-6604 (University Orchestra) or email Royzell.Dillard@hamptonu.edu or Jerry.Bracey@hamptonu.edu. Robert C. Ogden Auditorium on the campus of Hampton University.

Sunday, December 2, 2007, 4pm
VSU Annual Christmas Concert
Virginia State University, Department of Music, Art and Design presents Virginia State University Concert Choir, Johnnella L. Edmonds - director, Buckner Gamby - accompanist, in the Annual Christmas Concert and Candlelight Carol - Sing. Free admission and Open to the Public; for information phone (804) 524-5311 or 524-5342 or email: Jedmonds@vsu.edu Anderson- Turner Auditorium, Virginia Hall, Petersburg, Virginia.

Sunday, December 2, 2007, 5pm
Service of 7 Lessons & Carols for Advent
Old Donation Episcopal Church. Paul Hudgins, Organist/Choir Director. St. Cecilia Choir, Organ, Viola. Service followed by a parish potluck dinner in the Parish Hall. Old Donation Episcopal Church, 4449 N. Witchduck Road. (Near Sentara Bayside Hospital), Virginia Beach.

Sunday, December 2, 2007, 6pm
Hanging of the Greens
Rev. Steven R. Gibson, Minister of Music; Dr. Richard Childress, Pastor. Music by Music Friends, Children's Choirs, Youth Choir, Women's Ensemble and Chancel Choir For more information phone 757-562-5135 or email steve.gibson@franklinbaptist.org Franklin Baptist Church, 208 N. High Street, Franklin, VA 23851.

Christopher Newport Univeristy Music Department December Events
All events are free and open to the public unless otherwise noted. CNU's Ferguson Center for the Arts, 1 University Place, Newport News.
Monday, December 3, 12 noon
Music and Theatre Hall: Student Recital. Admission free.
Monday, December 3, 7pm
Music and Theatre Hall: CNU Jazz Combos. Admission free.

Hampton University Department of Music December Events
All events in Ogden Hall and free and open to the public unless otherwise noted. Ogden Hall, Hampton University Campus, Hampton, VA.
Monday, December 3, 8pm
Senior Recital IV: Ramoses Ptahkind, saxophone; Kia Stallings, percussion Ogden Hall
Tuesday, December 4 - Wednesday, December 5, 2007, 3pm
Departmental Recital Series IV A & B (All Level 100 Students) Dett Auditorium
Wednesday, December 5, 2007, 8pm
HU Flute Choir Holiday Concert. Lori Shipley, Director Dett Auditorium

Virginia Handbell Consort Holiday Concerts
The Virginia Handbell Consort (VHC) was formed in the fall of 1996 as the first community handbell ensemble in the Hampton Roads area. VHC's goal is to promote the art of English handbell ringing by performing concerts throughout the spring and winter holiday seasons. The group is comprised of auditioned musicians performing on over five octaves of Schulmerich bells, five and a half octaves of MelodyChimes, three octaves of Petit and Fritsen bells, and other percussion instruments. Concert repertoire includes spectacular selections of secular, classical, and sacred pieces which demonstrate a multitude of bell techniques currently being explored by composers. Visit www.virginiahandbellconsort.com
Sunday, December 2, 2007, 6:30pm
Holiday concert at Beech Grove UMC
4251 Driver Lane, Suffolk, VA 23435
Monday, December 3, 2007, 7:30pm
Special holiday concert at Virginia Wesleyan College with the VWC Choir!
1584 Wesleyan Drive Virginia Beach, VA 23502
Tuesday, December 4, 2007, 7:30pm
Special holiday concert at Virginia Wesleyan College with the VWC Choir!
1584 Wesleyan Drive Virginia Beach, VA 23502
Friday, December 7, 2007, 7:30 pm
Holiday concert at Williamsburg Baptist Church
227 Richmond Road, Williamsburg, VA 23185
Saturday, December 8, 2007, 7pm
Holiday concert at Reformation Lutheran Church
13100 Warwick Blvd., Newport News, VA 23602
Sunday, December 9, 2007, 7pm
Holiday concert at Blessed Sacrament Roman Catholic Church
6400 Newport Avenue, Norfolk, VA 23505
Saturday, December 15, 2007, 6pm
Holiday concert at First Church of God
8600 Granby Street, Norfolk, VA 23503
Sunday, December 16, 2007, 5pm
Holiday concert at Old Donation Episcopal Church
4449 N. Witchduck Road Virginia Beach, VA 23455
Monday, December 31, 2007
Special performances at First Night Williamsburg
Exact concert details will be available through the First Night website at http://firstnightwilliamsburg.org/

Monday, December 3, 2007, 7:30pm
Christmas with the Irish Tenors
Anthony Kearns, Finbar Wright and Karl Scully, a.k.a. The Irish Tenors, thrill audiences throughout the world with their lyrical range of Irish music, from medieval madrigals to love songs, lullabies, and anthems. Enjoy this internationally acclaimed trio with orchestral accompaniment, for a special seasonal concert featuring spirituals and holiday favorites from around the world. Tickets: $67/$57/$47. Buy tickets in person at the The Ferguson Center Ticket Office, located in the Lobby of the Music & Theatre Hall. By phone: Charge by phone by calling 757-872-8100 (Williamsburg), 757-671-8100 (Virginia Beach) or 804-262-8100 (Richmond). For information on series subscriptions, call the Ferguson Center Ticket Office at 757-594-8752 during business hours.Buy online at www.ticketmaster.com Ferguson Center for the Arts, Christopher Newport University, Newport News.

Monday, December 3, 2007, 7:30pm
Tuesday, December 4, 7:30pm
VWC Concert Series: A Wesleyan Christmas
The Virginia Handbell Consort, under the direction of Agnes French, joins the Virginia Wesleyan College Choir and The Wesleyan Singers, both conducted by Dr. David Clayton, Virginia Wesleyan professor of music, for renditions of holiday favorites, Billye Brown Youmans, Virginia Wesleyan vocal instructor, performs signature classics. All seats $5. Edward D. Hofheimer Theater, Fine Arts building, Virginia Wesleyan College, 1584 Wesleyan Dr., Norfolk, VA.

Monday, December 3, 2007, 8pm
Tuesday, December 4, 2007, 8pm
Feldman Chamber Music Society: Da Ponte String Quartet
The DaPonte String Quartet was formed in Philadelphia in 1991. The Quartet's standard repertoire is extensive, from the works of Haydn, Mozart and Beethoven, to Debussy, Bartók, and Shostakovich. So is the Quartet's commitment to commissioning and performing new music from composers like David Del Tredici, Gia Comolli and Tom Myron. They play music that they love, and their joy in performance makes the music - no matter when it was written - come alive. Lydia Forbes, violin; Ferdinand Liva, violin; Myles Jordan, cello; Mark Preston, viola. Program: Ludwig van Beethoven, String Quartet Opus 18, No. 4 in C Minor; Astor Piazzolla, Four for Tango; Piotr Illich Tchaikovsky, String Quartet No. 1 in D Major, Opus 11. Tickets are $20 each. Music Professional and Student tickets are $7 for individually purchased tickets. For further information, please call our voice mail number at 757-552-1630. Visit www.feldmanchambermusic.org. Dec. 3: Kaufman Theater, Chrysler Museum, 245 W. Olney Rd., Norfolk. Dec. 4: Williamsburg Regional Library, 515 Scotland Street, Williamsburg.

St. John's Advent & Christmas Organ Concerts
12:00 Lecture, 12:15 - 12:45 Recital. St. John's Episcopal Church, 100 West Queen's Way, Hampton, Virginia. Phone 722-2567.
Tuesday, December 4, 2007, 12:15pm
John Siderius Organist & Choirmaster of St. John's Church.
Tuesday, December 11, 2007, 12:15pm
Heidi Bloch Music Director of Temple Sinai, Newport News and Christ Church, Smithfield.
Tuesday, December 18, 2007, 12:15pm
John Peabody, Music Director of Emmanuel Episcopal Church, Hampton.

Tuesday, December 4, 2007, 7:30pm
Vienna Boys Choir
Sandler Center for the Performing Arts Great Performance Series Inaugural Season presents The Vienna Boys Choir. Tickets: $75, $55, $35. Phone 757-385-ARTS. Visit www.sandlercenter.org. Sandler Center for the Performing Arts, 201 Market Street, Virginia Beach (Town Center).

Wednesday, December 5, 2007, 12:15pm
Organ Recital
Organ Recital by James E. Derr A freewill offering will be received. Trinity Episcopal Church, 500 Court Street, Olde Towne, Portsmouth

Wednesday, December 5, 2007, 7:30pm
A Celtic Christmas with The Boys of the Lough
A Celtic Christmas is a celebration in music and song of Celtic midwinter traditions from the Atlantic lands of Northern Europe and North America. Journey with the Boys into the realm of past winter darkness when the only protection against the terrors of cold, wind, rain and snow and ice lay in annual rituals - pagan and Christian, music and costume and song, fire and light. Add a wee bit of Boys of the Lough special brand of wit and storytelling into the mix and you have an unforgettable evening of warmth and spirit that sets the mood for an enchanting holiday season. The Boys of the Lough, one of the most successful and popular Celtic Bands of all time, celebrate their 40th anniversary on the road with this special Holiday presentation. www.boysofthelough.com Tickets $30/$25. www.HamptonArts.net American Theatre, 125 Mellen Street, Hampton VA. 23663. 757-722-2787.

Wednesday, December 5, 2007, 10pm
Adams on Radio
Composer H. Leslie Adams' works for voice, string quartet, piano and cello on WCLV 104.9 FM. The composer is interviewed by A. Grace Lee Mims on The Black Arts, Northeast Ohio's longest running radio show.

Friday, December 7, 2007, 10am
Symphonicity League Annual Holiday House Tour and Luncheon/Fashion Show
Presented by Symphonicity League of the Symphony Orchestra of Virginia Beach and the Linkhorn Park Garden Club. House tour 10 AM-Noon at 165 Pinewood Road in Virginia Beach. At the Princess Anne Country Club: Cash Bar at 11 AM; Luncheon/Fashion Show from 12:30-2 PM. Clothing will be provided by Coldwater Creek. Music provided at both locations. Tickets are $25 each, and may be purchased by calling Carol Simons at 428-1923. Benefits Symphonicity and the Linkhorn Park Garden Club.

Friday, December 7, 2007, 8pm
Windham Hill Winter Solstice Tour
Sandler Center for the Performing Arts Great Performance Series Inaugural Season presents the Windham Hill Winter Solstice Tour.. Tickets: $45, $37, $29. Phone 757-385-ARTS. Visit www.sandlercenter.org. Sandler Center for the Performing Arts, 201 Market Street, Virginia Beach (Town Center).

Friday, December 7, 2007, 8pm
Saturday, December 8, 2007, 8pm
Tidewater Classical Guitar Society: Members Concert
A fundraising concert. The Tidewater Classical Guitar Society is a nonprofit arts organization founded in 1984 to provide cultural and educational opportunities to those interested in the classical guitar. The Society presents a season of performances by many of the world's best known and most outstanding guitarists and lutenists. Mandolin and balalaika have also been featured. As a part of the TCGS mission, the Society sponsors master classes by many of the concert performers and promotes guitar and lute education, while TCGS members perform many outreach concerts free of charge to the community. Tickets: $25 regular; $15 Students/Teachers/Seniors/Military For ticket reservations, call 627-6229, Norfolk; 566-3304, Williamsburg. Dec. 7: Williamsburg Regional Library Theater, Williamsburg. Dec. 8: Kaufman Theater, Chrysler Museum of Art , Norfolk.

The Virginia Choral Society: A Family Festival of Carols
This concert series continues the 77th season of the Virginia Choral Society, the oldest continuously performing arts group on the Peninsula. The Virginia Choral Society's purpose has been to enhance the quality of life of our community by performing the finest choral music to inspire audiences of all ages. James Powers - Artistic Director. Advanced tickets for any of the VCS concerts during the year may be purchased at the Patrick Henry Mall Customer Service Center. Tickets: Adults - $15; seniors, military, students - $12. Tickets at the door: $18/$15. Please contact the VCS office at (757) 851-9114 or (757) 876-7613 for additional information about concerts, ordering tickets, and group ticket prices. Visit vachoralsociety.org
Friday, December 7, 20007, 8pm
Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Catholic Church, 100 Harpersville Rd., Newport News
Saturday, December 8, 2007, 8pm
Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, 250 Fox Hill Rd, Hampton
Sunday, December 9, 2007, 8pm
Emmanuel Episcopal Church, 179 E Mercury Blvd., Hampton
Friday, December 14, 2007, 8pm
St. Bede Catholic Church, 3686 Ironbound Road, Williamsburg
Saturday, December 15, 2007, 8pm
Trinity Lutheran Church, 6812 River Road, Newport News
Sunday, December 16, 2007, 4pm
St. Andrew by the Sea Episcopal, Nags Head, NC
Monday, December 17, 2007, 8pm
Trinity Lutheran Church, 6812 River Road, Newport News

Saturday, December 8, 2007, 7:30pm
Holiday Concert
Hampton Roads Men's Chorus. Concert followed by a wine & cheese reception in the Parish Hall. Free will offering. Old Donation Episcopal Church, 4449 N. Witchduck Road. (Near Sentara Bayside Hospital), Virginia Beach.

Saturday, December 8, 2007, 8pm
Cantata Chorus: Messiah
The Cantata Chorus, BIllye Brown Youmans, Interim Artistic Director for the 2007-2008 season, presents Handel's Messiah, Part 1 with orchestra composed of members of the Virginia Symphony. Georgeann Paddock, soprano; Kathleen Franz, alto; Doug Lynch, tenor; and Chris Mooney, bass. Free to the public as part of Portsmouth's Olde Towne Holiday Music Festival. A free will offering will be taken. Trinity Episcopal Church, 500 Court Street, Portsmouth.

Saturday, December 8, 2007, 8pm
Sunday, December 9, 2007, 3pm
Virginia Chorale: Laud to the Nativity
The Virginia Chorale celebrates the holiday season with a spectacular program highlighting Benjamin Britten's A Ceremony of Carols as well as an international selection of sacred choral music. With candlelight illuminating the beautiful sanctuary, the audience will be invited to sing along in a special collage of beloved Christmas carols. James Weaver, Conductor. Single Tickets: $10-$32. Visit the Virginia Chorale website www.vachorale.org December 8: Blessed Sacrament Church, 6400 Newport Ave., Norfolk. December 9: Williamsburg Presbyterian Church, 215 Richmond Road, Williamsburg.

Sunday, December 9, 2007, 11am
A Service of Lessons and Carols
A traditional Service of Lessons and Carols with anthems and carols alternating with readings from the Bible. Familiar carols will be sung as well as anthems and arrangements by Hal Hopson, Michael Praetorius, John Ferguson, our own John Dixon, and others. The Chancel Choir of Providence Presbyterian Church and Bells of Providence will perform, accompanied by Carole Stockmeier, flute; John Dixon, organ. Valetta Fellenbaum, Music Director. Providence Presbyterian Church, 5497 Providence Road (at the intersection of Providence Rd. and Whitehurst Landing Rd. in Kempsville), Virginia Beach. Telephone 420-6159 or visit www.provpres.org for information.

Sunday, December 9, 2007, 2pm
Lisa Coston and Invencia Piano Duo: The Lord is Come - Songs of Christmas
Mezzo-soprano Lisa Relaford Coston with accompanists Andrey Kasparov and Oksana Lutsyshyn, will perform a concert for the benefit of the 1630 English Chamber organ housed at Historic St. Luke's Church, Smithfield. Kasparov will perform on the 1992 Walker organ and Lutsyshyn will play piano. The concert is open to the public and admission is by donation at Historic St. Luke's Church, 14477 Benn's Church Blvd., Smithfield, Virginia. A reception will follow. For additional information call 757-357-3367 or e-mail stlukes@visi.net.

Sunday, December 9, 2007, 2:30pm
The Virginia Beach Chorale: A Jamestowne Yule
The Virginia Beach Chorale, under the direction of Lou Sawyer. The program will begin with a tribute to the 400th anniversary of the founding of Jamestown with choral selections from the 1600's. The Chorale will also sing many of our modern-day holiday favorites. Featured during the concert will be the Rutter Gloria with orchestration. The ODU Vocal Jazz Ensemble will be special guests. Tickets are $12 for Adults and $10 for Senior Citizens and Students and can be purchased from Virginia Beach Chorale members or at the Sandler Center Box Office. For more Information about the concert call 486-1464. Sandler Center for the Performing Arts, Town Center, Virginia Beach.

Sunday, December 9, 2007, 3pm
Lancaster Memorial Concert
The free concert will feature the Monumental UMC chancel choir singing a variety of Christmas music through the centuries directed by Dr. Rachel Gragson, organist and choir director. The Monumental Ringers (handbell group) will also play some seasonal music directed by Charm Peterman. Monumental United Methodist Church, 450 Dinwiddie St. Portsmouth.

Sunday, December 9, 2007, 3pm
Chesapeake Bay Wind Ensemble: Holiday Concert
The concert will feature traditional Christmas carols and festive holiday music. The Chesapeake Bay Wind Ensemble, Dr. Marvin Western - Artistic Director and Conductor, is an adult volunteer musical organization of almost 60 musicians serving primarily the north Hampton Roads area and focuses on symphonic works. CBWE allows the many exceptional local amateur, professional and semi-professional musicians to perform and share their musical expertise with the local community. Visit our website at www.cbwe.org. Admission is $5 adults and free for students. Tickets are available at the door.St Kateri Tekakwitha Catholic Church, 3800 Big Bethel Road, Yorktown VA 23693. (757-766-3800)

Sunday, December 9, 2007, 4pm
Franklin Community Choir Concert
The concert will feature sacred and secular carols of the season as well as an audience sing-a-long. Works by Biebl, Chilcott, Danner, Dinda, John S. Dixon premiere, Stephen R.Gibson, Lohman, Nance, Page, Rutter, Scholz accompanied by string quartet, piano, organ and percussion. Rev. Steven R. Gibson, conductor; Mrs. Jane R. Gibson, accompanist. Free and open to the public. (Due to the popularity of this concert early arrival and seating is encouraged.) For more information phone 757-562-5135 or email steve.gibson@franklinbaptist.org Franklin Baptist Church, 208 N. High Street, Franklin, VA 23851.

Sunday, December 9, 2007, 5:30pm
Bruton Parish Advent Lessons & Carols
The Pelham Choir and Canterbury Choir of Bruton Parish; Marlene Ford, French Horn; Rebecca E. Davy and Dr. Stephen Z. Cook, Directors. The Peter Pelham Concert Series is named in honor of Bruton Parish's first organist, who was born in London in 1721, moved with his family to Boston and apprenticed with Charles Theodore Pachelbel for nine years. He was hired to install the organ (approved by G. F. Handel) and serve as the first organist of Trinity Church, Boston. During the early 1750s Pelham moved with his family to Virginia. In 1755 a new organ arrived in Williamsburg for Bruton Church and Mr. Pelham was eventually hired to set up the organ and served as organist for nearly 50 years. When Mr. Pelham practiced or instructed students, local residents would assemble and listen to the organ. This provided the inspiration for the more than 120 Candle-light Concerts held each year. For further information please call the Parish Office at 229- 2891. Bruton Parish Church, Duke of Gloucester Street, Williamsburg.

Sunday, December 9, 2007, 7pm
Christmas Vespers
of Providence Presbyterian Church. More informal than our morning worship with choral anthems, bell arrangements, performed by all three of our handbell choirs, Christmas music for piano duet (Valetta Fellenbaum and John Dixon) and a carol singalong. Desserts and conversation in the Fellowship Hall following. The Chancel Choir and Bells of Providence, Merry Bells and Youthful Bells will perform, accompanied by Carole Stockmeier, flute; John Dixon, organ. Valetta Fellenbaum, Music Director. Providence Presbyterian Church, 5497 Providence Road (at the intersection of Providence Rd. and Whitehurst Landing Rd. in Kempsville), Virginia Beach. Telephone 420-6159 or visit www.provpres.org for information.

Sunday, December 9, 2007, 6pm
I. Sherman Greene Chorale: Sing and Rejoice
Opening its 36th Season, the I. Sherman Greene Chorale ushers in the holidays with a concert featuring Rutter's Gloria with brass choir and organ. Free will donation. Grace Episcopal Church, 1400 E. Brambleton Ave., Norfolk. Phone 623-6244.

Monday, December 10, 2007, 7:30pm
Tuesday, December 11, 2007, 7:30pm
Ambrosia Quartet in Concert
Simon Lapointe, Violin; Mayu Cipriano, Violin; Jennifer Snyder Kozoroz, Viola; Rebecca Gilmore, Cello. Mozart - String Quartet in F Major, K 590, last quartet Prussian; Dmitri Shostakovich - String Quartet Nr. 1, Opus 49; Giuseppe Verdi - Quartet in E minor (1873). $15 suggested donation. For more information email beccagilmore@yahoo.com Dec. 10: St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 201 St. Paul's Blvd., Norfolk. Dec. 11: Trinity Episcopal Church, 500 Court Street, Portsmouth.

St. John's Advent & Christmas Organ Concerts
12:00 Lecture, 12:15 - 12:45 Recital. St. John's Episcopal Church, 100 West Queen's Way, Hampton, Virginia. Phone 722-2567.
Tuesday, December 11, 2007, 12:15pm
Heidi Bloch Music Director of Temple Sinai, Newport News and Christ Church, Smithfield.
Tuesday, December 18, 2007, 12:15pm
John Peabody, Music Director of Emmanuel Episcopal Church, Hampton.

Christopher Newport Univeristy Music Department December Events
All events are free and open to the public unless otherwise noted. CNU's Ferguson Center for the Arts, 1 University Place, Newport News.
Wednesday, December 12, 4 pm
Concert Hall: CNU Concerto Competition. Admission free.

Wednesday, December 12, 2007, 6:30pm
The Christmas Story by Marie Pooler
Music by Music Friends, Children's Choir, Children's Chime Choir, Youth Choir and Youth Handbell Choir. For more information phone 757-562-5135 or email steve.gibson@franklinbaptist.org Franklin Baptist Church, 208 N. High Street, Franklin, VA 23851.

Thursday, December 13, 2007, 11:30am
The Virginia Chorale Quartet: Season's Greetings
As you'd expect, Virginia's only fully professional chorus boasts an awesome quartet. These acclaimed and well-loved singers will perform holiday and popular selections.Free Arts Within Reach Concert. Mount Zion Baptist Church, 900 East Middlesex Street, Norfolk. Phone 664-4321 or visit www.norfolkarts.net.

Thursday, December 13, 2007, 7:30pm
Canadian Brass
Sandler Center for the Performing Arts Great Performance Series Inaugural Season presents the Canadian Brass. Tickets: $59, $39, $29. Phone 757-385-ARTS. Visit www.sandlercenter.org. Sandler Center for the Performing Arts, 201 Market Street, Virginia Beach (Town Center).

Friday, December 14, 2007, 6:30pm
Sunday, December 16, 2007, 6:30pm
Baylake United Methodist Church Madrigal Dinners
The evening celebrates the Advent season with humor and charm. Join in the medieval merriment with costumed minstrels, singers, dancers and actors who will entertain during the various courses of the evening meal. Jesters Allison and Sam Garrett narrate the evening events, which include a presentation of The Second Shepherd's Play, a classic medieval nativity play. Minstrels and the Baylake Bells, will provide instrumental music for your dining pleasure, and members of the Chancel Choir and the Water's Edge Ensemble and will sing madrigals and other songs of the season. Presented by the Baylake United Methodist Church music and drama ministry. Carin Cowell, Director of Music and Drama Ministries. A nursery will be available for infants and toddlers. Purchase your tickets now ($20 for Adults and $10 for children twelve and under) through the church office. Call 464-2423 for more information. Baylake United Methodist Church, 4300 Shore Drive, Virginia Beach.

Friday, December 14, 2007, 7pm
Virginia Children's Chorus Holiday Concert
Take time in your busy schedule to enjoy a beautiful holiday concert by the Virginia Children's Chorus Concert Choir. Presented free and open to the public by Kings Grant Presbyterian Church. For more information, call 340-2840. Kings Grant Presbyterian Church, 745 Little Neck Rd., Virginia Beach 23452

Friday, December 14, 2007, 7:30pm
Saturday, December 15, 2007, 7:30pm
Sunday, December 16, 2007, 4pm
Langston Hughes' Black Nativity at the Historic Attucks Theatre
Crispus Attucks Cultural Center Inc. presents Langston Hughes' nationally and internationally known treasure, Black Nativity at the historic Attucks Theatre in Norfolk, with a joyous company of 100 local volunteer singers, actors, dancers and musicians under the artistic direction of Herb A. Williams to deliver its powerful message of joy, hope, victory and liberation. Cast members hail from Norfolk, Portsmouth, Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, Hampton, Newport News, and Suffolk. Langston Hughes' legendary staged production, Black Nativity is an annual holiday tradition in many cities and is a testament to the power of gospel music, telling the story of the Nativity through a combination of African-American scripture, poetry, dance and song. This legendary holiday event is without a doubt a theatrical wonderment. Let your spirits soar with Black Nativity, the rousing, hand-clapping gospel songfest Christmas story as you've never seen before! Tickets are $20 for adults and $10 for students 12 and under. Tickets may be purchased in advance through Scope Box Office, area Ticketmaster outlets and www.ticketmaster.com. Act now and 20% off tickets for groups of 10 or more, by calling our group sales department at (757) 664-6249. Proceeds from "Black Nativity" benefit the Crispus Attucks Cultural Center's education and outreach initiatives at the Attucks Theatre.

Friday, November 14, 2007, 8pm
Saturday, November 15, 2007, 8pm
Sunday, November 16, 2007, 2:30pm
Virginia Symphony: Classical Christmas
Catch the spirit! You're sure to hear your holiday favorites and find new ones in this program featuring VSO soloists, the Virginia Symphony Chorus and guest artists performing seasonal favorites including Vivaldi's Winter and Handel's Hallelujah Chorus. Matthew Kraemer, conductor; Guest Artists: Simon LaPointe and Elizabeth Coulter Vonderheide, violins. Works by Rimsky-Korsakov, Piazzolla, Vivaldi, Tchaikovsky, Bizet and Handel. Pre-Concert Lecture 7:00 PM Ticket Price:$22-$82. Visit www.virginiasymphony.org or call (757) 892-6366 for more information. Nov. 14: Ferguson Center for the Arts, Newport News; Nov. 15: Chrysler Hall, Norfolk; Nov. 16 Sandler Center, Virginia Beach.

Virginia Handbell Consort Holiday Concerts
The Virginia Handbell Consort (VHC) was formed in the fall of 1996 as the first community handbell ensemble in the Hampton Roads area. VHC's goal is to promote the art of English handbell ringing by performing concerts throughout the spring and winter holiday seasons. The group is comprised of auditioned musicians performing on over five octaves of Schulmerich bells, five and a half octaves of MelodyChimes, three octaves of Petit and Fritsen bells, and other percussion instruments. Concert repertoire includes spectacular selections of secular, classical, and sacred pieces which demonstrate a multitude of bell techniques currently being explored by composers. Visit www.virginiahandbellconsort.com
Saturday, December 15, 2007, 6pm
Holiday concert at First Church of God
8600 Granby Street, Norfolk, VA 23503
Sunday, December 16, 2007, 5pm
Holiday concert at Old Donation Episcopal Church
4449 N. Witchduck Road Virginia Beach, VA 23455
Monday, December 31, 2007
Special performances at First Night Williamsburg
Exact concert details will be available through the First Night website at http://firstnightwilliamsburg.org/

Saturday, December 15, 2008, 7:30pm
Sunday, December 16, 2:30pm
Governor's School Liederabend
The Vocal Music Department of the Governor's School presents a Liederabend, An Evening of Art Song. Tickets: $10. Chandler Recital Hall, Diehn Fine Arts Building, ODU campus, 49th Street & Elkhorn Ave., Norfolk.

Saturday, December 15, 2007, 8pm
Sunday, December 16, 2007, 3pm
Hampton Roads Men's Chorus Classically Christmas
The Hampton Roads Men's Chorus, directed by Arthur Broadbent. The concert will feature "classic" light holiday numbers such as The Little Drummer Boy, Do You Hear What I Hear, Carol of the Bells, It's The Most Wonderful Time of the Year, etc.; as well as classical favorites by Dufay, Gabrielli, Daquin and Biebl. The concert on the 15th will also feature brass quartet, John Roberts, organist, and Arnel Senson, pianist. Tickets are $15/$20 in advance, $20/$25 the day of the concert. Tickets may be purchased online at www.steppingout.org, or by calling 224-1178. Dec.15: Royster Memorial Presbyterian Church, 6900 Newport Ave., Norfolk. Dec. 15: St. Mark's Episcopal Church, 2605 Cunningham Drive, Hampton, Virginia 23666.

Saturday, December 15, 2007, 8pm
Sunday, December 16, 2007, 3pm
York River Symphony Orchestra: Holiday Magic
Ring in the holiday season with the sound of sleigh bells, music from Hansel and Gretel, and Rimsky Korsakov's Christmas Eve Suite, a variety of other holiday favorites, and a Christmas sing-along. Dr. James Herbison, conductor. Reserve tickets by calling Pro Music & Sound: (757) 867-7115. Advance price $8, $10; at the door - $10 and $12. More information at www.yrso.org. Hampton Roads Academy, 739 Academy Lane, Newport News.

Saturday, December 15, 2007, 1pm
Saturday, December 22, 2007, 1pm
Friday, December 21, 2007, 7:30pm
The Washington Chorus: Music for Christmas
Eric Stark, conductor. Experience Christmas splendor with the whole family. Enjoy Christmas music old and new along with carols for all to sing. A procession, organ, brass, percussion, the glory of the massed chorus and audience participation give these concerts a joyous and festive holiday shimmer! As a part of The Washington Chorus' Side by Side program the Chamber Singers from Arlington's H-B Woodlawn High School, under the direction of Jeffrey Benson, join us for these concerts. All performances are sign-interpreted. Single ticket prices range from $15 to $55. Tickets may be purchased by calling The Washington Chorus Box Office at (202) 342-6221 or ordering securely online at www.thewashingtonchorus.org. Ticket may also be purchased at the Kennedy Center Box Office or Instant Charge at (202) 467-4600. Dec. 15 & 22:Kennedy Center Concert Hall, Washington, D.C. Dec. 21:Music Center at Strathmore.

Sunday, December 16, 2007, 9:45am & 11:15am
Nativity Suites
Nativity Suites, by Benjamin Harlan, a special worship service of music and readings brimming with festive, well-crafted settings of traditional carols. Join the sixty voice Chancel choir, guest readers and a chamber orchestra of instrumentalists from the Virginia Symphony Orchestra under the direction of Billye Brown Youmans, Director of Music This service has become a tradition for our community with over 1,000 people in attendance last year. The Chancel Choir of Great Bridge Presbyterian Church recently returned from a European tour in June 2007, presenting concerts in Austria and Germany. Free and open to the public, a nursery will be provided. Phone (757) 547-4706 Great Bridge Presbyterian Church, 333 Cedar Road, Chesapeake.

Sunday, December 16, 2007, 11am
A Festival of Lessons and Carols by Hal H. Hopson
The Chancel Choir and Women's Ensemble accompanied by strings and handbells. Rev. Steven R. Gibson, conductor; Rodney E. Trueblood, organist. For more information phone 757-562-5135 or email steve.gibson@franklinbaptist.org Franklin Baptist Church, 208 N. High Street, Franklin, VA 23851.

Sunday, December 16, 2007, 3pm
Williamsburg Choral Guild: Rejoice and Be Glad!
Williamsburg Choral Guild, Jay BeVille, conductor. Featuring Vivaldi's Gloria and traditional sing-along carols. Free Admission! Our gift to you. Venue: King of Glory Lutheran Church, 4897 Longhill Road, Williamsburg. To purchase season subscriptions or individual tickets by mail visit www.williamsburgchoralguild.org

Sunday, December 16, 2007, 5pm
Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols
Saint Paul's Episcopal Church invites you to a beloved holiday tradition. Lessons and Carols is a journey in Scripture and Song from Old Testament prophecy to the Celebration of the Nativity. The Choir of St. Paul's Church; Charles Woodward, Director; Dr. Allen Shaffer, Guest Organist. Saint Paul's Episcopal Church, 201 St.Paul's Blvd., Norfolk, VA. 757-627-4353.

Saturday, December 16, 2007, 5pm
Holiday Handbell Concert
Virginia Handbell Consort. Concert followed by a punch & cookie reception in the Parish Hall. Free will donation. Old Donation Episcopal Church, 4449 N. Witchduck Road. (Near Sentara Bayside Hospital), Virginia Beach.

Sunday, December 16, 2007, 5:30pm
Bruton Parish Christmas Concert
The Choirs of Bruton Parish Church with orchestra. Dr. JanEl B. Will and Rebecca E. Davy, Directors. Wachet auf by J. S. Bach, Gloria by John Rutter. The Peter Pelham Concert Series is named in honor of Bruton Parish's first organist, who was born in London in 1721, moved with his family to Boston and apprenticed with Charles Theodore Pachelbel for nine years. He was hired to install the organ (approved by G. F. Handel) and serve as the first organist of Trinity Church, Boston. During the early 1750s Pelham moved with his family to Virginia. In 1755 a new organ arrived in Williamsburg for Bruton Church and Mr. Pelham was eventually hired to set up the organ and served as organist for nearly 50 years. When Mr. Pelham practiced or instructed students, local residents would assemble and listen to the organ. This provided the inspiration for the more than 120 Candle-light Concerts held each year. For further information please call the Parish Offi ce at 229- 2891. Bruton Parish Church, Duke of Gloucester Street, Williamsburg.

Sunday, December 16, 2007, 6pm
The Boys Choir of Hampton Roads: Holiday Concert
Annual performance that will warm the heart and cheer the spirit. Free will donation. Covenant Presbyterian Church, 913 Covenant Street, Norfolk. Phone 436-3746.

The Virginia Choral Society: A Family Festival of Carols
This concert series continues the 77th season of the Virginia Choral Society, the oldest continuously performing arts group on the Peninsula. The Virginia Choral Society's purpose has been to enhance the quality of life of our community by performing the finest choral music to inspire audiences of all ages. James Powers - Artistic Director. Advanced tickets for any of the VCS concerts during the year may be purchased at the Patrick Henry Mall Customer Service Center. Tickets: Adults - $15; seniors, military, students - $12. Tickets at the door: $18/$15. Please contact the VCS office at (757) 851-9114 or (757) 876-7613 for additional information about concerts, ordering tickets, and group ticket prices. Visit vachoralsociety.org
Monday, December 17, 2007, 8pm
Trinity Lutheran Church, 6812 River Road, Newport News

Monday, December 17, 2007, 12 noon
Tapestry
The Monumental Noonday Concert will feature Tapestry, a four person handbell ensemble directed by Charm Peterman in a concert of Christmas music. Lunch is available following the concert in the social hall for a fee of $5.00. The concert is free. Monumental United Methodist Church, 450 Dinwiddie St. Portsmouth.

Monday, December 17, 2007
Saturday, December 22, 2007, 3pm
Saturday, December 29, 2007, 3pm
Saturday, January 5, 2008, 3pm
Hänsel and Gretel, Bel Cantanti Opera
Bel Cantanti's productions have regularly garnered rave reviews. In this production of Humperdinck's Hänsel and Gretel mezzo-soprano Michelle Rice sings the role of the Witch, in addition to reprising the role of the Mother. Tickets: $35; groups of 10 people and more: $30; students: $25. For more information or to purchase tickets online, visit: www.belcantanti.com Dec. 17: German Embassy; Dec. 22, 29 & Jan. 5: Randolph Road Theatre (old Round House Theatre), 4010 Randolph Road, Silver Spring, MD 20902

Monday, December 17, 2007, 7:30pm
Tuesday, December 18, 7:30pm
Christmas with The Boston Brass
The Boston Brass quintet achieves exciting new levels in brass performance while treating audiences to a unique musical experience that will delight and enthrall. This special holiday concert will feature holiday favorites played with innovative style. Performing over 100 concerts annually, the members of Boston Brass have dazzled audiences at concerts and jazz festivals all over the world from Taipei to Tokyo and Los Angeles to London. Boston Brass helped raise over $100,000 for VH-1's Save the Music Program, giving musical instruments to schools in need. They have been featured on The CBS Morning Show, National Public Radio's Performance Today and many more. Enjoy the timeless sounds of the season with the extraordinary Boston Brass! www.bostonbrass.com Tickets $30/$25. www.HamptonArts.net American Theatre, 125 Mellen Street, Hampton VA. 23663. 757-722-2787.

Tuesday, December 18, 2007, 12:15pm
St. John's Advent & Christmas Organ Concert
12:00 Lecture, 12:15 - 12:45 Recital. John Peabody, Music Director of Emmanuel Episcopal Church, Hampton. St. John's Episcopal Church, 100 West Queen's Way, Hampton, Virginia. Phone 722-2567.

Wednesday, December 19, 2007, 8pm
Friday, December 21, 2007, 8pm
Virginia Symphony: A Holiday Celebration
Enjoy a holiday "Sleigh Ride" without the snow as we salute popular composer Leroy Anderson on the centennial of his birth. Hear much-loved holiday selections by Anderson as well as Bach and Corelli. This is your chance to hear your favorite section of the orchestra as the strings, woodwinds and brass sections are featured individually. Matthew Kraemer, conductor Ticket Price:$25-$45. Visit www.virginiasymphony.org or call (757) 892-6366 for more information. Dec. 19: St. Bede Catholic Church, Williamsburg. Dec. 21: Regent University Theatre.

Friday, December 21, 2007, 7:30pm
Saturday, December 22, 2007, 1pm
The Washington Chorus: Music for Christmas
Eric Stark, conductor. Experience Christmas splendor with the whole family. Enjoy Christmas music old and new along with carols for all to sing. A procession, organ, brass, percussion, the glory of the massed chorus and audience participation give these concerts a joyous and festive holiday shimmer! As a part of The Washington Chorus' Side by Side program the Chamber Singers from Arlington's H-B Woodlawn High School, under the direction of Jeffrey Benson, join us for these concerts. All performances are sign-interpreted. Single ticket prices range from $15 to $55. Tickets may be purchased by calling The Washington Chorus Box Office at (202) 342-6221 or ordering securely online at www.thewashingtonchorus.org. Ticket may also be purchased at the Kennedy Center Box Office or Instant Charge at (202) 467-4600. Dec. 15 & 22:Kennedy Center Concert Hall, Washington, D.C. Dec. 21:Music Center at Strathmore.

Saturday, December 22, 2007, 8pm
Virginia Symphony: The Manhattan Transfer
Norfolk Southern Pops at Chrysler Hall. Swing into the holidays as the Grammy-winning Manhattan Transfer energizes their jazz-pop renditions of holiday classics, plus their own chart busting hits! Matthew Kraemer, conductor Tickets: $27-$87. Visit www.virginiasymphony.org or call (757) 892-6366 for more information. Chrysler Hall, Norfolk.

Sunday, December 23, 2007, 3pm
Virginia Symphony: The Holiday Special
Peanut Butter and Jam Family Series. Celebrate the holidays with familiar music from the Grinch, Charlie Brown, Rudolph, Frosty and more! Matthew Kraemer, conducto;. Virginia Children's Chorus. Tickets: $9-$12, $18-$22. Visit www.virginiasymphony.org or call (757) 892-6366 for more information. Chrysler Hall, Norfolk.

Sunday, December 23, 2007, 8pm
Messiah Sing Along
Presented by Symphonicity -The Symphony Orchestra of Virginia Beach. We are pleased to present our 25th Annual Free Messiah Sing Along as our gift to the community. The audience will sing the choruses from the Christmas portion of Messiah. Soloists will be Billye Brown Youmans, soprano; Lisa Coston, mezzo-soprano; Ollie Marseglia, tenor; and Steve Kelley, bass. Music Director and Conductor David S. Kunkel will lead the orchestra. Messiah scores will be on sale in the lobby prior to the concert for $10. Doors to the theater open at 7:15 PM. Observers may sit in the mezzanine or balcony sections. Sandler Center for the Performing Arts, Virginia Beach Town Center.

Sunday, December 30, 2007, 9 & 11:15am
Bruton Parish Christmas Lessons and Carols
The Choirs of Bruton Parish Church Dr. JanEl B. Will and Rebecca E. Davy, Directors For further information please call the Parish Office at 229- 2891. Bruton Parish Church, Duke of Gloucester Street, Williamsburg.

Virginia Handbell Consort Holiday Concerts
The Virginia Handbell Consort (VHC) was formed in the fall of 1996 as the first community handbell ensemble in the Hampton Roads area. VHC's goal is to promote the art of English handbell ringing by performing concerts throughout the spring and winter holiday seasons. The group is comprised of auditioned musicians performing on over five octaves of Schulmerich bells, five and a half octaves of MelodyChimes, three octaves of Petit and Fritsen bells, and other percussion instruments. Concert repertoire includes spectacular selections of secular, classical, and sacred pieces which demonstrate a multitude of bell techniques currently being explored by composers. Visit www.virginiahandbellconsort.com
Monday, December 31, 2007
Special performances at First Night Williamsburg
Exact concert details will be available through the First Night website at http://firstnightwilliamsburg.org/