St. Louis classical calendar for the week of January 25, 2016

Nathan Laube

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The Cathedral Basilica of St. Louis presents organist Nathan Laube on Sunday at 2:30 p.m., January 31, at the cathedral at 4431 Lindell. "Assistant Professor of Music at the Eastman School of Music, concert organist Nathan Laube has quickly earned a place among the organ world's elite performers. His brilliant playing and gracious demeanor have thrilled audiences and presenters across the United States and in Europe, and his creative programming of repertoire spanning five centuries, including his own virtuoso transcriptions of orchestral works, have earned high praise from critics and peers alike." For more information: www.cathedralconcerts.org.

The Chamber Project St. Louis presents Shadow: From Darkness to Light on Friday, December 29, at 8 p.m. "An exotic and haunting program featuring Stella Markou, soprano with flute, cello, and piano." The evening includes music by Franck, Massanet, and Ravel. The concert takes place at the Tavern of Fine Arts, 313 Belt in the Debaliviere Place neighborhood. For more information: chamberprojectstl.org.

Eliot Unitarian Chapel presents a Friends of Music concert on Sunday, January 31, at 3 PM. The program features the Osler Quintet and guest artists in music by Malcom Arnold, Gabriel Fauré, and Max Reger. Eliot Unitarian Chapel is at 100 South Argonne in Kirkwood. For more information: fomcstl.org.

The St. Louis Art Museum presents a high-definition video broadcast of the Metropolitan Opera's production Puccini's Turandot on Saturday, January 30, at 11:55 a.m. "Nina Stemme takes on the title role of the proud princess of ancient China, whose riddles doom every suitor who seeks her hand, opposite Marco Berti as Calàf, the brave prince who sings "Nessun dorma” and wins her love. Anita Hartig and Leah Crocetto share the role of Liù, the faithful slave girl. Franco Zeffirelli's golden production is conducted by Paolo Carignani." The live digital HD video broadcast from New York takes place in The Farrell Auditorium at the Art Museum in Forest Park. For more information: slam.org.

The Tavern of Fine Arts presents the Osler Quintet in an evening of music by Schumann, Beethoven, and Faure on Wednesday, January 27, at 8 p.m. The Tavern of Fine Arts is at 313 Belt in the Debaliviere Place neighborhood. For more information: tavern-of-fine-arts.blogspot.com.

St. Louis classical calendar for the week of October 12, 2015

The Bach Society at St. Stanislaus

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The Bach Society of St. Louis presents Bravo Bach on Sunday, October 18, at 3:0 p.m. "The Bach Society Chorus and Orchestra perform music from past concerts representing all six of our conductors. The program also features Mary Wilson, a Bach Society Young Artist from 1997-99, singing Handel's "Gloria" for virtuoso soprano and strings, plus several pieces that will include alums of the Bach Society to form a Reunion Chorus." The concert takes place at St. Stanislaus Parish Church, 1413 North 20th Street in North St. Loius. For more information: www.bachsociety.org

The Cathedral Basilica of St. Louis presents soprano Christine Brewer and organist Paul Jacobs on Wednesday, October 14, at 8 p.m. at the cathedral at 4431 Lindell. The program includes music by Bach, Handel, Franck, Puccini, and Widor For more information: www.agostlouis.org

Eliot Unitarian Chapel presents a Friends of Music concert on Sunday, October 18, at 3 PM. "The program will feature Lorraine Glass-Harris and Jim Harris in a program of Baroque string and flute music on the first half. The second half will be Paola Savvidou and Jonathan Kuuskoski, playing music for piano four hands. They are on the faculty of the University of Missouri in Columbia. They perform throughout the midwest and received a standing ovation when they performed last year on our series." Eliot Unitarian Chapel is at 100 South Argonne in Kirkwood. For more information: fomcstl.org

The Jefferson College Concert Band presents Back With Baroque on Tuesday, October 13, at 7:30 p.m. The performance takes place in the Fine Arts Theatre at 1000 Viking Drive on the Hillsboro campus in Hillsboro, MO. For more information: jeffco.edu.

The St. Louis Art Museum presents a high-definition video broadcast of the Metropolitan Opera's production Verdi's Otello on Saturday, October 17, at 11:55 AM. "The Met season opens with Verdi's masterful Otello, inspired by Shakespeare's play and matching it in tragic intensity." The live digital HD video broadcast from New York takes place in The Farrell Auditorium at the Art Museum in Forest Park. For more information: slam.org.

Inon Barnatan
Photo: Marco Borggreve

Steven Jarvi conducts the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra with piano soloist Inon Barnatan on Friday at 10:30 a.m., Saturday at 8 p.m. and Sunday at 3 p.m., October 16-18. The concert features Copland's Piano Concerto, Gershwin's An American in Paris, and works by Bernstein. The concerts take place at Powell Symphony Hall, 718 North Grand in Grand Center. For more information: stlsymphony.org.

The St. Louis Symphony's Crescendo Circle presents Sips and Symphonies on Thursday, October 15, at 7:00 PM. "What is Sips and Symphonies? It is a great way to learn about music in a fun, casual environment." A special cocktail is created for each event to accompany the music. This month's discussion/presentation on Gershwin's An American in Paris will be led by SLSO Associate Principal oboe Cally Banham. The event takes place at The Tavern of Fine Arts, 313 Belt in the Debaliviere Place neighborhood. For more information: tavern-of-fine-arts.blogspot.com.

The Tavern of Fine Arts presents a classical open stage night on Monday, October 12, from 7:30 – 9 PM. "Come by yourself or bring your quartet. Sight read through a Beethoven quartet or use this as an opportunity to put the finishing touches on that Hindemith Viola Sonata you have been working on. All ages and skill levels are welcome. We have a 6' grand piano and an accompanist." The Tavern of Fine Arts is at 313 Belt in the Debaliviere Place neighborhood. For more information: tavern-of-fine-arts.blogspot.com.

The Tavern of Fine Arts presents a The Linjadi Trio on Saturday, October 17, at 8 p.m.. The program features trios by Fanny Mendelssohn and Rebecca Clarke. The Tavern of Fine Arts is at 313 Belt in the Debaliviere Place neighborhood. For more information: tavern-of-fine-arts.blogspot.com.

The University City Symphony Orchestra presents Out of Africa on Sunday, October 18, at 3 p.m. The concert " is the first in a series of concerts that will take an in-depth look at symphonic music's African roots. The concert celebrates the music of Chevalier de Saint-Georges, the first recognized composer of color in Europe, as well as Ghana native and St. Louis-based musician Fred Onovwerosuoke. The finale will be Camille Saint-Saens' "Egyptian" Piano Concerto, featuring pianist Tim Jansen." The performance takes place at the 560 Music Center, 560 Trinity in University City. For more information: ucso.org.

St. Louis classical calendar for the week of Febuary 2, 2015

Todd Wilson

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The Cathedral Basilica of St. Louis presents organist Todd Wilson in concert on Sunday, February 8, at 2:30 p.m.  "Regarded across America and around the world as one of today’s finest concert organists, Todd Wilson is head of the Organ Department at The Cleveland Institute of Music, and Director of Music and Worship at Trinity Episcopal Cathedral in Cleveland, Ohio. In addition, he is Curator of the E.M. Skinner pipe organ at Severance Hall (home of The Cleveland Orchestra), and House Organist for the newly-restored Aeolian organ at the Stan Hywet Hall and Gardens in Akron, Ohio."  The Cathedral is at 4431 Lindell in the Central West End.  For more information: cathedralconcerts.org.

The Chamber Project St. Louis presents Roots, featuring works by Noon, McLoskey, Hartley, and Beethoven on Sunday, February 8, at 3:00 PM.  "Music takes inspiration from many sources and may stray far from tradition, but there is always a link to the past." The performance takes place at the Jefferson College Fine Arts Theater, 1000 Viking Drive in Hillsboro, MO.  For more information: www.chamberprojectstl.org

The Five Browns
Photo: Andrew Southam

McKendree College presents a The Five Browns in concert on Wednesday, February 4, at 7:30 PM.  "Ryan, Melody, Gregory, Deondra and Desirae Brown were the first family of five siblings accepted simultaneously to New York’s Juilliard School. Whether performing individually or together in various combinations from duo to complex five-piano arrangements, The 5 Browns reveal a deep connection to the intent of their material, bringing a fresh energy to classical music. Their first wave of critical attention came in February 2002, when People magazine dubbed them the “Fab Five” and they were featured on “Oprah” and “60 Minutes.” Three of their CDs went to No. 1 on Billboard Magazine’s Classical Album Chart. " The concert takes place in the Hettenhausen Center for the Arts on the college campus in Lebanon, IL.  For more information: thehett.com.

Stéphane Denève conducts the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra with piano soloist Jean-Yves Thibaudet on Saturday at 8 p.m. and Sunday at 3 p.m., February 7 and 8.  "Dvořák’s pastoral and exuberant Eighth Symphony shimmers like a bright dream of nature and draws its inspiration from the Bohemian folk music that Dvořák loved. Composer James MacMillan’s music combines a modern idiom with both Catholicism and Scottish nationalism. His Piano Concerto, The Mysteries of Light, attempts to revive the ancient practice of writing music based on the structure of the Rosary." The concerts take place at Powell Symphony Hall, 718 North Grand in Grand Center.  For more information: stlsymphony.org.

The Touhill Performing Arts Center presents the a cappella vocal group Cantus on Friday, February 6, at 8 p.m.  "This choral ensemble is known around the world for its trademark warmth and engaging performances of music ranging from the Renaissance to the 21st century. The Washington Post hails the group’s sound as having both “exalting finesse” and “expressive power” and refers to their music-making as “spontaneous grace.”"  The Touhill Performing Arts Center in located on the University of Missouri at St. Louis campus.  For more information: touhill.org.

The Tavern of Fine Arts presents the Nylönïcä Guitar Trio on Thursday, February 5, at 8 p.m.  "Nylönïcä Guitar Trio performers solos, trios, and few duets by Bellinati, Bogdanovic, Aguado, Bach, Ginastera, and more." The Tavern of Fine Arts is at 313 Belt in the Debaliviere Place neighborhood.   For more information: tavern-of-fine-arts.blogspot.com.

Synergies

The Tavern of Fine Arts presents classical the ensemble Synergies on Friday, February 6, at 8 p.m.  "Synergies makes its Tavern debut with a program of music by Couperin, Debussy, and Faure. Synergies is Jennifer Adams-flute, Alison Rolf-violin, Christine Banks-viola, Marcia Mann-cello, and featured guest pianists David Erwin and Diana Umali. On the program are Quatrieme Concert by Francois Couperin, Syrinx by Claude Debussy and Piano Quartet, No. 1 by Gabriel Faure."  The Tavern of Fine Arts is at 313 Belt in the Debaliviere Place neighborhood.   For more information: tavern-of-fine-arts.blogspot.com.

The Tavern of Fine Arts presents the Duo Noire guitar duo on Saturday, February 7, at 6 p.m.  "Duo Noire performs “Beyond Ferguson” composed by Thomas Flippin. Duo Noire is comprised of classical guitarists Thomas Flippin and Christopher Mallett. Formed while both were attending the Yale School of Music as the first African American guitarists in the university’s history, Duo Noire has been hailed as a “virtuosic pair” and has gone on to perform across the U.S. at prestigious venues such as the Norfolk Music Festival, the 92nd Street Y, the Times Center, and for the St. Louis Guitar Society as Artists-in-Residence. “‘Beyond Ferguson’ does not offer any agenda, blame, or solution to the issues in Ferguson. Rather, it aims to document many of the sentiments that have arisen but are hard to express in words. As such, the piece begins with a melody from Michael Brown’s own music, to give him a chance to speak directly. And the piece comes to an inconclusive end, waiting to be resolved.” – Thomas Flippin."  The Tavern of Fine Arts is at 313 Belt in the Debaliviere Place neighborhood.   For more information: tavern-of-fine-arts.blogspot.com.

The Tavern of Fine Arts presents tenor Nathan Ruggles, mezzo Stephanie Ruggles, and pianist Robert Valentine in a voice recital titled "Tell Me the Truth About Love" on Saturday, February 7, at 8 p.m.  "Stephanie and Nathan will perform songs by Bizet, Britten, Bernstein, Wagner, Sondheim and more!" The Tavern of Fine Arts is at 313 Belt in the Debaliviere Place neighborhood.   For more information: tavern-of-fine-arts.blogspot.com.

The Eliot Quartet

Washington University presents the Eliot Quartet in a program of piano trios by Beethoven, Bruch, and Mendelssohn on Friday, February 6, at 8 p.m. "Violin and cello converse in low, hushed tones. The piano responds gently, mournfully, but grows increasingly emphatic. Brief pauses become tense outbursts and wrenching stops. Pianist Carl Czerny, a student of Ludwig van Beethoven, once wrote that his teacher’s Piano Trio in D major, opus 70, no. 1 (1808), reminded him of the ghost of Hamlet’s father. He was not far wrong. There is evidence that Beethoven may have intended the piece for an opera based on Shakespeare’s “Macbeth.”"  The performance takes place in Holmes Lounge on the Washington University campus.  For more information: news.wustl.edu.

St. Louis classical calendar for the week of December 8, 2014

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The Cathedral Basilica of St. Louis presents Christmas at the Cathedral on Saturday 8 p.m. and Sunday at 2:30 p.m., December 13 and 14. "The Tenth Annual Christmas at the Cathedral concert is the perfect way to celebrate the holiday season. The concert includes the Archdiocesan Adult Choir, Children’s Choir, Handbell Choir, and Orchestra all in the sonic splendor of the Cathedral Basilica. The program features Christmas classics old and new." The Cathedral is at 4431 Lindell in the Central West End. For more information: cathedralconcerts.org.

Circus Flora and the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra present A Winter Fable Friday at 7:30 p.m., Saturday at 2 and 7:30 p.m., and Sunday at 2 p.m., December 12-14. "Circus Flora joins the STL Symphony in high-wire holiday fun for the family. A Winter Fable is a classic fairy tale with an edge of romance and deceit. Circus Flora imagines a strange and wonderful world, in which the pairing of symphony and the circus arts is only the beginning of the magic you will experience. We welcome back all your favorites including the gravity-defying Flying Wallendas, the circus dog act and Circus Harmony’s St. Louis Arches!" The performances take place at Powell Symphony Hall, 718 North Grand in Grand Center. For more information: stlsymphony.org.

The Gateway Ringers present Believe, a holiday handbell concert, on Friday, December 12, at 7:30 p.m. "Join the Gateway Ringers as we celebrate the season with our holiday concert – “Believe”. Featuring new and old holiday favorites including “White Christmas”, “Sleigh Ride” and “Believe” (from “The Polar Express”), there’s a little something for everyone. All concerts are free and open to the public. For more information, contact us at info at gatewayringers.org." The concert takes place at Holy Cross Lutheran Church, 8945 Veterans Memorial Parkway in O'Fallon, MO. For more information: gatewayringers.org.

The Gateway Ringers present Believe, a holiday handbell concert, on Sunday, December 14, at 4 p.m. "Join the Gateway Ringers as we celebrate the season with our holiday concert – “Believe”. Featuring new and old holiday favorites including “White Christmas”, “Sleigh Ride” and “Believe” (from “The Polar Express”), there’s a little something for everyone. All concerts are free and open to the public. For more information, contact us at info at gatewayringers.org." The concert takes place at Messiah Lutheran Church, 2846 S. Grand Blvd. For more information: gatewayringers.org.

The Kirkwood Public Library presents the Bella Corda and Musica Viva guitar ensembles in a Christmas concert on Monday, December 15, at 7 p.m. The library is at 104 E. Jefferson in Kirkwood, MO. For more information: kirkwoodpubliclibrary.org.

The Maryville Symphony Orchestra presents a concert featuring Beethoven's "Symphony No. 5" on Sunday, December 14, at 2 p.m. The concert takes place at the Maryville University Auditorium, 650 Maryville University Drive. For more information: maryvillesymphony.com.

The St. Louis Symphony’s Crescendo Circle presents Sips and Symphonies on Thursday, December 11, at 7:30 PM. “What is Sips and Symphonies? It is a great way to learn about music in a fun, casual environment. On the third Thursday of each month, we get together at Tavern of Fine Arts to listen to and discuss a piece of music being performed at an upcoming concert at Powell Hall. We will have a different guest moderator each month who will help lead an informal conversation about the music.” A special cocktail is created for each event to accompany the music. The event takes place at The Tavern of Fine Arts, 313 Belt in the Debaliviere Place neighborhood. For more information: tavern-of-fine-arts.blogspot.com.

Saint Louis University’s Fine and Performing Arts Music Program presents a holiday concert by the University Jazz Band on Monday, December 8, at 7:30 p.m. The concert takes place in the Xavier Hall Theater, 3733 West Pine, on the St. Louis University campus. For more information: www.slu.edu/department-of-fine-and-performing-arts-home.

Saint Louis University’s Fine and Performing Arts Music Program presents a holiday concert by the University Concert Band on Wednesday, December 10, at 5 p.m. The concert takes place in the Xavier Hall Theater, 3733 West Pine, on the St. Louis University campus. For more information: www.slu.edu/department-of-fine-and-performing-arts-home.

The Sheldon Concert Hall presents the contemporary chamber music ensemble Alarm Will Sound in concert on Thursday, December 11, at 8 p.m. "Cutting-edge chamber orchestra Alarm Will Sound returns for its third St. Louis Season! The ensemble performs the newest music being composed today with energetic virtuosity and a sense of adventure, creating programs that not only span a wide range of styles, but also innovate the traditional concert experience itself." The Sheldon is at 3658 Washington in Grand Center. For more information: thesheldon.org.

The Tavern of Fine Arts presents a classical open stage night on Monday, December 8 from 7:30 – 9 PM. “Come by yourself or bring your quartet. Sight read through a Beethoven quartet or use this as an opportunity to put the finishing touches on that Hindemith Viola Sonata you have been working on. All ages and skill levels are welcome. We have a 6' grand piano and an accompanist.” The Tavern of Fine Arts is at 313 Belt in the Debaliviere Place neighborhood. For more information: tavern-of-fine-arts.blogspot.com.

The Tavern of Fine Arts presents a Christmas concert by the River City Pops Saturday, December 13, at 8 PM. "River City Pops is not your usual choral group. We put on real shows - musical reviews that tell stories through song and choreography. Men’s and women’s voices accompanied by piano bring the great music of our time to life through multipart harmonies, duets and solos. There’s never a dull moment in a River City Pops performance - and our audiences love us for it." The Tavern of Fine Arts is at 313 Belt in the Debaliviere Place neighborhood. For more information: tavern-of-fine-arts.blogspot.com.

The Touhill Performing Arts Center presents Sounds of the Season, a holiday concert by the a cappella vocal group Ambassadors of Harmony, on Friday at 8 p.m., Saturday at 2 and 8 p.m., and Sunday at 2 p.m., December 12-14. "Each December, the International Chorus Champion Ambassadors of Harmony’s Sounds of the Season fills the Touhill with the joy and magic of the holidays. The first half of the show is an energetic look at the lighter side of Christmas. Then the chorus puts its heavenly harmonies on classic carols and songs." The Touhill Performing Arts Center in located on the University of Missouri at St. Louis campus. For more information: touhill.org.

The Washington University Department of Music presents the Washington University Choirs and Soloists in a Sing-Along of Handel’s Messiah on Sunday, December 14, at 3 p.m. The participatory performance takes place at Graham Chapel on the Washington University campus. For more information: music.wustl.edu.

St. Louis classical calendar for the week of November 24, 2014

Jitro

The Cathedral Basilica of St. Louis presents a holiday concert with Jitro, the Czech Girls Choir, on Monday, November 24, at 8 PM.  "Jitro, meaning “daybreak” in Czech, and based in Hradec Kralove, a town in the Czech Republic, is an organization of 500 girls in seven preparatory ensembles, of which only the best 25-50 qualify to tour. For 35 years they have been admired all over the world for their tone, intonation, and rich blend of sound and energetic vitality. Jitro performs in over 100 concerts annually in the world’s most prestigious concert halls and are committed to inspiring audiences with music performed at the highest level. Jitro has become a new favorite of St. Louis audiences, making their third appearance at the Cathedral Basilica of St. Louis but their first holiday performance."  The Cathedral is at 4431 Lindell in the Central West End.  For more information: cathedralconcerts.org.

The Confluence Chamber Orchestra presents a free Holiday Concert on Saturday, November 29, at noon at the Old Courthouse at 4th and Market on the riverfront. " Under the direction of William Bauer, the 21-piece orchestra’s mission is to encourage lifetime enjoyment of playing string instruments and sharing it with others. The group’s players range in age from 18 to 94."  For more information: confluencechamberorchestra.org.

The 442s

The Kranzberg Arts Center presents The 442s on Wednesday, November 26, at 7:00 p.m.  "What happens when you combine two outstanding members of the world-class St. Louis Symphony with two of the city’s finest jazz musicians from the Erin Bode Group? You get The 442′s, an exciting new acoustic instrumental quartet named for the modern standard tuning of 442 Hz! Brought together by the innovative and inspired compositions of Adam Maness, who also plays guitar, accordion, melodica and glockenspiel in the group, The 442′s features Shawn Weil on violin, Bjorn Ranheim on cello and Sydney Rodway on bass. This unique collaboration, formed in the spring of 2012 by a tight-knit group whose love of good food and fine beer makes rehearsals feel like dinner parties, combines outstanding musicianship, group singing, inventive improvisation, whistle solos and special guest appearances by famed jazz vocalist, Erin Bode."  The Kranzberg Center is at the corner of Grand and Olive in Grand Center.  For more information: www.the442s.com.

David Robertson

David Robertson conducts the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra along with Kirill Gerstein, piano; bassoonists Andrew Cuneo, Andrew Gott, and Felicia Foland; and Gregg Henegar, contrabassonon; Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m., November 28-30.  "Since its debut in the Roaring Twenties, Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue has thrilled audiences with its reflection of the excitement and energy of New York City.  Kirill Gerstein and the STL Symphony will take you on a ride from its lively opening through the romantic dance of the work’s main theme.  With additional toe-tapping music from Bernstein, David Robertson conducts this American program enhanced by innovative lighting projection by renowned artist S. Katy Tucker. This production features video and lighting elements by S. Katy Tucker, a reknowned artist known for her design work at Carnegie Hall, the San Francisco Opera, Sydney Symphony and more." The concerts take place at Powell Symphony Hall, 718 North Grand in Grand Center.  For more information: stlsymphony.org.

The Society for Creative Survival presents Triple Threat, a concert by The Vernacular String Quartet, Nexus, and Creative Delusions, on Tuesday, November 25, at 7:30 p.m.. The performances takes place at  Tavern of Fine Arts, 313 Belt in the Debaliviere Place neighborhood.  For more information: tavern-of-fine-arts.blogspot.com

St. Louis classical calendar for the week of September 29, 2014

Hans Leitner

The Cathedral Basilica of St. Louis presents an organ concert by Hans Leitner on Sunday, October 5, at 2:30 p.m.  "World renowned organist, composer and teacher Hans Leitner makes his St. Louis debut performing on the 7,621 pipes of the Great Cathedral Organ at the Cathedral Basilica of St. Louis. Since the fall of 2003 he has served as organist and cathedral vicar at the Cathedral of Our Lady in Munich. At the University of Music and Performing Arts Munich he had from 2003 to 2011 held a lectureship in liturgy and church music practice. Prior to this appointment he was organist of the cathedral and Vicar to the High St. Stephan Cathedral Passau, where he also acted as an organ expert of the diocese of Passau."  The Cathedral is at 4431 Lindell in the Central West End.  For more information: cathedralconcerts.org.

McKendree College presents soprano Christine Brewer with Craig Terry and Hugh Russell on Sunday, October 5, at 3 PM.  " The superstar soprano returns to her hometown for a special recital with pianist Craig Terry of the Lyric Opera of Chicago and Canadian baritone Hugh Russell. Named “one of the top 20 sopranos of all time” by BBC Music, the Grammy Award-winning recording artist is renowned for her soaring range, boundless power and control, and vibrant personality."  The concert takes place in the Hettenhausen Center for the Arts on the college campus in Lebanon, IL.  For more information: thehett.com.

St. Louis Cathedral Concerts presents members of the St. Louis Symphony in a program of chamber music by Vaughan Williams, Ravel, and Brahms, on Sunday, October 3, at 7 p.m.  “Cathedral Concerts continues it’s series of FREE concerts that brings the great music to you. The featured players in each concert are St. Louis Symphony members Kristin Ahlstrom, violin and Bjorn Ranheim, cello, joined by Matthew Mazzoni, piano and Scott Kennebeck, tenor.”  The performance takes place at St. Peter Catholic Church in Kirkwood.  For more information: www.cathedralconcerts.org

Markus Stenz conducts the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra and Chorus, along with soloists Carolyn Sampson, soprano, and Patrick Carfizzi, bass-baritone, in Brahms's "German Requiem" and "Four Preludes and Serious Songs" (arranged by Detlev Glanert) Saturday at 8 p.m. and Sunday at 3 p.m., October 4 and 5.  "With its German text and emphasis on consoling the living, Brahms’ glorious "Ein deutsches Requiem" is partnered with Glanert’s stylistic interpretation of Brahms’ songs with his overlaying piece, Four Preludes and Serious Songs.  This concert of Brahms’ choral works promises to be uplifting." The concerts take place at Powell Symphony Hall, 718 North Grand in Grand Center.  For more information: stlsymphony.org.

The Tavern of Fine Arts presents Joo Kim (violin), and James Czyzewski (cello), with Vera Parkin on piano on Monday, September 29, at 6:30 p.m. The Tavern of Fine Arts is at 313 Belt in the Debaliviere Place neighborhood.  For more information: tavern-of-fine-arts.blogspot.com

The Tavern of Fine Arts presents Jay Chacon, baritone, with Jon Garrett, piano on Friday, October 3, at 8 PM.  "Jay and Jon have brought five different and unique programs to Tavern of Fine Arts over the last year. They have decided to do one last program together before Jay takes off to NYC. Bringing together a selection from each of the previous programs, it will be a night of great music, wonderful memories, and a lot of fun. German lieder and Wagner from Bach to Berg: A Dietrich Fischer Dieskau Tribute, songs from Way Off Broadway, Les Bestiaire by Poulenc from Love, Loss, and Animals, works from Jake Heggie: American Composer, traditional Hispanic songs from Música Hispánica. Also featured will be music by Timothy Jansen from his original composition OperaAntics! with Jansen at the piano." The Tavern of Fine Arts is at 313 Belt in the Debaliviere Place neighborhood.  For more information: tavern-of-fine-arts.blogspot.com

Third Baptist Church presents an organ concert by Dr. Joerg Abbing of the Hochschule für Musik Saar, Saarbrücken, Germany on Friday, October 3, at 12:30 PM as part of its free Friday Pipes series.  "Join us on Fridays at Third Baptist Church for Friday Pipes, the free organ recital series celebrating the restoration of the church's 72-rank Kilgen/Möller pipe organ. Each week a different performer will be presenting a program of classical, church, and theatre organ music in the beautiful sanctuary of Third Baptist. This season's performers come from across the USA, and even from around the world. Free parking is available in the church lots on Washington Avenue." Third Baptist Church is at 620 N Grand.  For more information: www.third-baptist.org