Duo Violão Plus One presented an engaging performance of contemporary Brazilian music, emphasizing choro, and showcasing original works and inventive arrangements. The performance featured a spontaneous “jam session” with TCMS Artistic Director, Laurentiu Norocel on violin. Supported by generous contributions by McDonald Carano, LLP and The Row, Reno
Brazilian guitarists, Rogério Souza, Edinho Gerber and percussionist Ami Molinelli presented a demonstration of the evolution of Brazilian music showing the similarities and contrasts between Brazil’s first national music, choro and its sister music samba. Students worked on two original arrangements by Rogerio Souza and learned traditional Brazilian rhythm, comparing styles and harmony for strings, orchestra and jazz band.
Reno Modern Brass performed at Craft Wine and Beer in midtown Reno. The program featured two world premieres by local composers Timothy Gay and Larry Engstrom, who were able to give a bit of background about their works before they were performed.
The Tahoe Chamber Music Society presents Dustin Budish, Principal Viola of the Reno Philharmonic and Reno Chamber Orchestras and Eileen Brownell, cellist, performing works by Paul Wiancko, Caroline Shaw and more.
The Tahoe Chamber Music Society presents Dustin Budish, Principal Viola of the Reno Philharmonic and Reno Chamber Orchestras and Eileen Brownell, cellist, performing works by…