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SUNDAY CONCERT SERIES All concerts in The Meetinghouse of the First Universalist Society in Franklin, 262 Chestnut St Directions First Universalist Society

LiveARTS is an exciting performing arts organization in Franklin, MA whose goal is to enrich the cultural life of the MetroSouthwest region by bringing outstanding classical musicians to perform at the Meetinghouse of the First Universalist Society of Franklin at 262 Chestnut Street. We specialize in professional Boston-caliber artistry -- without the traffic and high ticket prices!
LiveARTS would like to thank all the artists of this past season (scroll down) for their remarkable performances - full of heart and soul - that left our audiences wanting more. Special thanks to all our generous sponsors, appreciative fans, and loyal subscribers!   In addition to our regular subscription series, we occasionally showcase local artists on our "Community MusicMakers" concerts. We invite you to join us for the following concert:
Saturday, June 7 7:30 pm	Young Artists Concert	Concert photos here
A celebration of youthful talent! Please join us for this showcase of outstanding teenage string players, pianists, and vocalists, as well as chamber ensembles from the Metrowest Youth Symphony Orchestra. Admission is free for this one-hour recital. From Franklin, pianists Chris Anderson and Carrie Clayton, clarinetist Mariah Elliott, violinist Frederique Gnaman, violists Julie Miller and Steven Sergi, and flutist Julia Sodbinow; vocalist Emma Krishnaswami (Norfolk); clarinetist Ryan Budnick and flutist Andrew Budnick (Wayland); cellist Alice Terrett (Sherborn); violinist Margaret Barthel and clarinetist Molly Flynn (Mendon); bass clarinetist Emily Barrett (Wayland); clarinetist Arthur Gersht (Sudbury); violinist Sarah McElman (Milford); cellist Sun-Mee Kasper (Uxbridge); violist Kelley Barrett (Hopedale); and vocalist Jenn Kessler (Millis). Dessert reception afterward.
2007-08 Season All concerts at 3:30PM
September 30	Pianist Oni Buchanan "A Moonlight Recital"
The moon has been a source of inspiration for many composers. Come hear Debussy's "Clair de Lune" and Beethoven's regal "Moonlight Sonata". "Star Burning Blue", a piece by contemporary composer Kelly-Marie Murphy, depicts a supergiant star. And no moonlight recital would be complete without Nocturnes by Chopin, Barber, and Fauré. A published poet, Oni brings creativity, vision, and artistry to all she does. "Her playing is informed by a persuasively lyrical touch in the service of great poise and charm," says Russell Sherman, Distinguished Artist in Residence, New England Conservatory.
October 28	Violist Don Krishnaswami
One of the Boston area's most talented violists returns to showcase two significant contributions to the viola literature of the 20th century by major composers Milhaud and Hindemith. The Boston Globe describes Don as "noteworthy among the solo voices."  With Joy Cline Phinney as accompanist, the concert will be a "joyful" collaboration reuniting two Juilliard graduates who attended this famous music school together. A lush, romantic work by Brahms concludes the program.
March 2	Fenwick Smith, flute and Sally Pinkas, piano
What could herald the coming of spring better than a silver-throated flute? And who better to do it, than this 29-year veteran of the Boston Symphony Orchestra? He and long-time collaborator Ms. Pinkas will perform together and separately French and Czech works. Both are known throughout New England for their superb artistry and numerous recordings. After thirty seasons, Mr. Smith's annual recitals in Jordan Hall are a prominent feature of Boston's concert calendar. Ms. Pinkas has performed as a soloist with the Boston Pops, as well as many other orchestras and chamber groups, and also is Professor of Piano at Dartmouth College.
April 6	Mezzo-soprano Heidi Skok
After her outstanding recital debut in November 2006 at Boston's Jordan Hall at New England Conservatory, she sang two concerts within the next six months at New York's Carnegie Hall with the New England Symphonic Ensemble. Miss Skok is a specialist in the repertoire of Handel, Webern, Berg and Strauss. Between 1992 and 2004, she performed in numerous productions at the Metropolitan Opera under the prestigious conductor James Levine. The Washington Times has written, "Miss Skok is blessed with one of those voices that lingers in the memory."
Tickets at the door are $15 for adults, $10 for youth and seniors: $25 for a family of three or more. Season subscriptions are $45/$30/$75 (4 concerts for the price of 3). Enjoy our famous intermission desserts!
Check this site again for future announcements of our Community MusicMakers concerts -- highlighting musical talent from the Franklin area.
LiveARTS is supported in part by a grant from the Franklin Cultural Council, a local agency which is supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency. We are a non-profit, non-sectarian affiliate of the First Universalist Society of Franklin. All events are handicap accessible.
If you would like to make a contribution to LiveARTS or speak with a board member about volunteer opportunities or ticket sales, please email our Artistic Director Laura Clayton, or call 508-533-2599.
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