2011 - 12 Season

Rust - Edelmann
September 10, 2011
Opening Night Gala

From Munich, Germany, cellist Rebecca Rust, bassoonist Friedrich Edelmann, and pianist Vera Breheda (from San Francisco) will offer an evening of masterworks in a sampling of styles and periods.

Huayllipacha
October 8, 2011

(Why-Lee-Pacha) meaning "Singing to the Earth". Traditional and contemporary music of the Andes, performed by Fredy, Juan and David Salazar-Quispe, all natives of Peru and currently residing in Arcata and performing and teaching throughout Humboldt County.

Chris Burton Jácome
November 12, 2011

Flamenco guitarist, creates a whirlwind of sound filled with passion, grace and fire. ¡Olé!

Pastime Silent Movie Orchestra
January 14, 2012

Under the direction of Franklin Stover, Buster Keaton's "The Cameraman" will be accompanied by a live combo and popcorn! The musicians are Allan Lesser, violin; Franklin Stover, clarinet; Jimmy Durchslag, trombone; Dana Christen, piano.

SPECIAL EVENT
United States Air Force
Band of the Golden West
The Commanders Jazz Ensemble

January 24, 2012

The United States Air Force Band of the Golden West’s Jazz Ensemble, The Commanders will perform a free concert of classic big band jazz music. The concert will take place on Tuesday, January 24th at the River Lodge Conference Center in Fortuna at 7:00 pm., and will focus on a variety of styles, from traditional big band swing to Latin and contemporary literature. The band is led under the direction of Master Sergeant James Butler.

Daniela Mineva
February 11, 2012

World renowned classical pianist known for her unique approach to standard repertoire. Bulgarian born, Ms Mineva currently teaches at Humboldt State University.

Latin Peppers
March 10, 2012

With leader Jimmy Durchslag (trombone), Damien Roomets (bass), Orlando Morales (percussion), Jim Dooley (trumpet) and Tim Randles (piano) will jazz up the evening with a Latin twist.

Terrie Baune and John Chernoff
April 14, 2012

Terrie Baune and John Chernoff will present a violin and piano recital, playing sonatas and other delights for violin and piano.

Slide
May 12, 2012

This vocal ensemble will lead us on a nostalgic trip to the '60s. The ensemble members are Gloria Gold, Mike Gibbs, Roger Sanderson, Ian Goble, Jay Byker and a mystery percussionist.