January 22, 2025
I’m not sure what it’s like where you live, but here in Michigan it’s really cold. My personal opinion is that it’s great weather to avoid and stay inside where it’s cozy and warm. Read a book, listen to music (or back episodes of Creative Conversations), and maybe take a nap. For my neighbors - please stay warm. For my friends in the southern hemisphere - enjoy your gardens and breath a sigh of relief that you’re not here right now.
In case you missed it….
Coming this week….
In other news….
My guest last week on Creative Conversations was the wonderful concert pianist Vedrana Subotic. I really enjoyed meeting her and listening to her play. I think you will too. You can watch her YouTube videos or learn more about her on her website.
My guest this weekend is the very talented music educator Maggie Malone. She is the superintendent of the West Michigan Academy of Arts and Academies. A little “truth in advertising” - I’ve known Maggie since she was a little girl taking guitar lessons with me. It was fun to catch up with her and also a treat to learn all about this very special K-8 public school. I hope you’ll find some time to join us.
Author Rod Sadler has just published his new book tour information. Please go to his website to learn more. www.rodsadler.com
Cassatt String Quartet celebrates 40 years of chamber music.
Here is their Spring Season
January 24 (Bronxville, NY): Concert at Reformed Church of Bronxville
January 29 (Briarcliff Manor, NY): Concert at Artis Briarcliff
February 10-17 (Ohio): Tour with pianist Emely Phelps
February 12: Athens, OH
February 14: Oberlin, OH
April 6 (New Canaan, CT): Concert at Treetops Chamber Music Society
July 26-August 5 (Maine): Residency at Seal Bay Festival of American Chamber Music
You can learn more about them at their website
The Folias Duo (Carmen Maret-flute and Andrew Bergeron-guitar) announced their Valentines Day Concert in Grand Rapids, MI. They will be joined by Brian Oberlin and Sally Bacon. For additional information about this and other upcoming concerts please visit their website www.foliasmusic.com
