TUESDAY | THE BEACHES MUSEUM CHAPEL | JUNE 18, 2024
JUNETEENTH: CELEBRATE FREEDOM
SCHUMANN Märchenerzählungen “Fairy Tales” Op.132
FLORENCE PRICE Five Folksongs in Counterpoint
COLERIDGE-TAYLOR Piano Quintet, Op.1
FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC | RESERVE YOUR SEAT
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 19, 2024 | JUNETEENTH: CELEBRATE FREEDOM
Join us for our season finale concert, "Juneteenth: Celebrate Freedom," as we commemorate the historic day of Juneteenth, which signifies the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in the United States. Through a vibrant and uplifting program, we celebrate the spirit of freedom and pay tribute to the struggles and resilience of those who fought for liberation. Experience works that reflect the journey towards freedom, showcasing the power of music to heal, inspire, and unite. Join us in this joyous and memorable celebration that honors the past and looks toward a future of continued progress and equality.
PROGRAM:
SCHUMANN Märchenerzählungen “Fairy Tales” Op.132
FLORENCE PRICE Five Folksongs in Counterpoint
COLERIDGE-TAYLOR Piano Quintet, Op.1
RCP ARTISTS:
FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC | RESERVE YOUR SEAT
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 19, 2024 | JUNETEENTH: CELEBRATE FREEDOM
Join us for our season finale concert, "Juneteenth: Celebrate Freedom," as we commemorate the historic day of Juneteenth, which signifies the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in the United States. Through a vibrant and uplifting program, we celebrate the spirit of freedom and pay tribute to the struggles and resilience of those who fought for liberation. Experience works that reflect the journey towards freedom, showcasing the power of music to heal, inspire, and unite. Join us in this joyous and memorable celebration that honors the past and looks toward a future of continued progress and equality.
PROGRAM:
SCHUMANN Märchenerzählungen “Fairy Tales” Op.132
FLORENCE PRICE Five Folksongs in Counterpoint
COLERIDGE-TAYLOR Piano Quintet, Op.1
RCP ARTISTS:
FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC | RESERVE YOUR SEAT
RITZ CHAMBER PLAYERS 2023-2024 CONCERT SEASON
TERRY CONCERT HALL | JACKSONVILLE UNIVERSITY
Dolphin Dr, Jacksonville, FL 32211
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 28, 2023 | FROM STRUGGLE TO TRIUMPH | 7:30 PM
SATURDAY, JANUARY 13, 2024 | A MUSICAL VISION FOR JUSTICE | 7:30 PM
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 24, 2024 | VOICES OF CHANGE | 7:30 PM
JUNE 18/19, 2024 | JUNETEENTH: CELEBRATE FREEDOM | 7:30 PM
ALL CONCERTS ARE FREE & OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
RITZ CHAMBER PLAYERS
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 28, 2023 | FROM STRUGGLE TO TRIUMPH | | 7:30 PM
Welcome to the Ritz Chamber Players' 2023-2024 Concert Season: Human Rights: From Struggle to Triumph. Join us on this extraordinary musical journey that explores the power of music to address and inspire change. With a focus on unity, justice, and freedom, each concert showcases a diverse repertoire that reflects the themes of human rights and the journey toward equality. Through our performances, we aim to celebrate the triumphs of the past while fostering conversations about the challenges that still exist today.
Program:
HOLLAND Piano Trio
ONOVWEROSUOKE 3 African Folk Songs
PREVIN Four Songs for soprano, cello and piano, set to text by Toni Morrison
KODÁLY Duo for Violin and Cello, Op.7
I N T E R M I S S I O N
DVOŘÁK Piano Trio in E Minor, Op. 90 “Dumky”
Alison Buchanan – Soprano
Anyango Yarbo-Davenport – Violin
Khari Joyner – Cello
Kevin Sharpe – Piano
FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC | RESERVE YOUR SEAT
RITZ CHAMBER PLAYERS
SATURDAY, JANUARY 13, 2024 | A MUSICAL VISION FOR JUSTICE | 7:30 PM
Experience the transformative power of music with the Ritz Chamber Players in “A Musical Vision for Justice.” Join us as we explore the profound impact of music in driving social change and promoting justice. This concert will feature compositions that draw inspiration from pivotal historical moments and artistic expressions of the relentless pursuit of justice. Through this performance, we aim to ignite reflection on the significance of taking a stand for what is right and utilizing music as a powerful tool to advocate for a more equitable society. Immerse yourself in the works of composers who have fearlessly voiced their concerns and illuminated social injustices, creating a truly profound and unforgettable musical experience.
FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC | RESERVE YOUR SEAT
Program:
SHOSTAKOVICH Piano Trio No.2 in E minor, Op.67
RAVEL Sonata for Violin and Cello
PIAZZOLLA La Muerte del Angel
Don’t you let nobody Turn you ‘round
He Came To Alabama from the King Cantata
Precious Lord
PROGRAM NOTES
RCP Artists:
Anyango Yarbo-Davenport – Violin
Kamilla Arku – Piano
Khari Joyner – Cello
Robert Sims – Baritone
RITZ CHAMBER PLAYERS
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 24, 2024 | VOICES OF CHANGE
In "Voices of Change," we pay tribute to the individuals who have made significant contributions to the fight for equality and social change. Join us as we bring their voices to life through stirring performances that honor the legacies of those who have paved the way for progress. The program includes compositions that reflect the struggles, triumphs, and resilience of individuals who have brought about meaningful change. Be inspired to continue the journey towards a more inclusive and equitable society.
FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC | RESERVE YOUR SEAT
RITZ CHAMBER PLAYERS
TUESDAY, JUNE 18, 2024 | JUNETEENTH: CELEBRATE FREEDOM
Join us for our season finale concert, "Juneteenth: Celebrate Freedom," as we commemorate the historic day of Juneteenth, which signifies the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in the United States. Through a vibrant and uplifting program, we celebrate the spirit of freedom and pay tribute to the struggles and resilience of those who fought for liberation. Experience works that reflect the journey towards freedom, showcasing the power of music to heal, inspire, and unite. Join us in this joyous and memorable celebration that honors the past and looks toward a future of continued progress and equality.
RITZ CHAMBER PLAYERS | ST. AUGUSTINE MUSIC FESTIVAL
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 19, 2024 Juneteenth: Celebration Freedom St. Augustine, Florida
FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC | RESERVE YOUR SEAT
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