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SUMMARY:George Crumb's "Idyll for the Misbegotten" at the National Flute Association Convention
DESCRIPTION:As part of this year’s National Flute Association Conference in San Antonio\, Texas\, I am delighted to join my friends and colleagues Dave Hall (UNT) and I-Jen Fang (University of Virginia) as we accompany flautist Terri Sundberg (UNT) in George Crumb’s classic work\, “Idyll for the Misbegotten” as part of a tribute concert to the composer and his iconic chamber works for flute and percussion. Our performance is dedicated to the memory of our mutual colleague and dear friend\, Christopher Deane (1957-2021).
URL:https://www.gregbeyer.com/dates/george-crumbs-idyll-for-the-misbegotten-at-the-national-flute-association-convention/
LOCATION:IL
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SUMMARY:Arcomusical performs at the Chicago Botanic Garden
DESCRIPTION:The classic Arcomusical ensemble returns to the Chicago Botanic Garden with an hour-long program of solos\, duos\, trios\, and quartets that will bring joy and harmony to the idyllic environment of one of our favorite Illinois venues! \nAs always\, time for our audience to play our instruments and talk with ensemble members immediately follows the performance. \nPerformers include: \nEthan Martin\, Matthew Schneider\, Raychel Taylor\, and Gregory Beyer
URL:https://www.gregbeyer.com/dates/arcomusical-performs-at-the-chicago-botanic-garden/
LOCATION:Chicago Botanic Garden\, 1000 Lake Cook Rd\, Glencoe\, IL\, 60022\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240928T140000
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SUMMARY:Geof Bradfield Nonet\, "Colossal Abundance" @ Hyde Park Jazz Festival
DESCRIPTION:I’m thrilled to be part of this nine-member super group celebrating composer/saxophonist Geof Bradfield and his latest creative project and album release\, “Colossal Abundance.” We are performing at the Hyde Park Jazz Festival on Saturday\, September 28th\, at 2PM\, at the Hyde Park Union Church\, 5600 South Woodlawn Ave. Please join us!
URL:https://www.gregbeyer.com/dates/geof-bradfield-nonet-colossal-abundance-hyde-park-jazz-festival/
LOCATION:Hyde Park Union Church\, 5600 South Woodlawn Ave\, Chicago\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241005T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241005T170000
DTSTAMP:20240729T182117Z
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SUMMARY:Grossman Ensemble Wildcard Season Opener!
DESCRIPTION:I’ve been a proud member of the Grossman Ensemble at the University of Chicago since its inception in 2018. We begin this new year ahead with some exciting chamber music premieres by Chicago composers written just for this program!
URL:https://www.gregbeyer.com/dates/grossman-ensemble-wildcard-season-opener/
LOCATION:Reva and David Logan Center for the Arts\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250117T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250117T213000
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SUMMARY:The Madison Symphony Orchestra presents: "Beethoven x3"
DESCRIPTION:I’m so excited to be playing a complete Beethoven program with the fabulous Madison Symphony Orchestra\, featuring soloists Gil and Orli Shaham and Sterling Elliott! \nFrom the MSO website: \n“Great things come in threes\, and this performance is no exception\, showcasing three of Beethoven’s masterworks\, all composed within about three years of each other. We begin with the dramatic Leonore Overture No. 3. Next\, we bring an exquisite trio of soloists together: violinist Gil Shaham\, his sister\, pianist Orli Shaham\, and exceptional cellist Sterling Elliott. Together\, they play Beethoven’s all-too-infrequently-performed “Triple Concerto.” Beethoven’s miraculous Symphony No. 2\, an early but groundbreaking work written at the dawning of his realization that he was going deaf\, takes this concert to an emotional close.” \nJohn DeMain\, Conductor\nGil Shaham\, Violin\nOrli Shaham\, Piano\nSterling Elliott\, Cello \n  \n\n\n\n\nprogram:\nLudwig van Beethoven\, Leonore Overture No. 3\, Op. 72b\nLudwig van Beethoven\, Concerto for Violin\, Cello\, and Piano in C Major\, Op. 56 (Triple Concerto)\n \nIntermission\n \nLudwig van Beethoven\, Symphony No. 2 in D Major\, Op. 36  \n  \nConcert Run Time: Approx. 80 minutes\, plus 20 minute intermission
URL:https://www.gregbeyer.com/dates/the-madison-symphony-orchestra-presents-beethoven-x3/
LOCATION:Overture Center\, Madison\, WI\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250118T213000
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SUMMARY:The Madison Symphony Orchestra presents: "Beethoven x3"
DESCRIPTION:I’m so excited to be playing a complete Beethoven program with the fabulous Madison Symphony Orchestra\, featuring soloists Gil and Orli Shaham and Sterling Elliott!  \nFrom the MSO website: \n“Great things come in threes\, and this performance is no exception\, showcasing three of Beethoven’s masterworks\, all composed within about three years of each other. We begin with the dramatic Leonore Overture No. 3. Next\, we bring an exquisite trio of soloists together: violinist Gil Shaham\, his sister\, pianist Orli Shaham\, and exceptional cellist Sterling Elliott. Together\, they play Beethoven’s all-too-infrequently-performed “Triple Concerto.” Beethoven’s miraculous Symphony No. 2\, an early but groundbreaking work written at the dawning of his realization that he was going deaf\, takes this concert to an emotional close.” \nJohn DeMain\, Conductor\nGil Shaham\, Violin\nOrli Shaham\, Piano\nSterling Elliott\, Cello \n  \n\n\n\n\nprogram:\nLudwig van Beethoven\, Leonore Overture No. 3\, Op. 72b\nLudwig van Beethoven\, Concerto for Violin\, Cello\, and Piano in C Major\, Op. 56 (Triple Concerto)\n \nIntermission\n \nLudwig van Beethoven\, Symphony No. 2 in D Major\, Op. 36  \n  \nConcert Run Time: Approx. 80 minutes\, plus 20 minute intermission
URL:https://www.gregbeyer.com/dates/the-madison-symphony-orchestra-presents-beethoven-x3-2/
LOCATION:Overture Center\, Madison\, WI\, United States
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SUMMARY:The Madison Symphony Orchestra presents: "Beethoven x3"
DESCRIPTION:I’m so excited to be playing a complete Beethoven program with the fabulous Madison Symphony Orchestra\, featuring soloists Gil and Orli Shaham and Sterling Elliott! \nFrom the MSO website: \n“Great things come in threes\, and this performance is no exception\, showcasing three of Beethoven’s masterworks\, all composed within about three years of each other. We begin with the dramatic Leonore Overture No. 3. Next\, we bring an exquisite trio of soloists together: violinist Gil Shaham\, his sister\, pianist Orli Shaham\, and exceptional cellist Sterling Elliott. Together\, they play Beethoven’s all-too-infrequently-performed “Triple Concerto.” Beethoven’s miraculous Symphony No. 2\, an early but groundbreaking work written at the dawning of his realization that he was going deaf\, takes this concert to an emotional close.” \nJohn DeMain\, Conductor\nGil Shaham\, Violin\nOrli Shaham\, Piano\nSterling Elliott\, Cello \n  \n\n\n\n\nprogram:\nLudwig van Beethoven\, Leonore Overture No. 3\, Op. 72b\nLudwig van Beethoven\, Concerto for Violin\, Cello\, and Piano in C Major\, Op. 56 (Triple Concerto)\n \nIntermission\n \nLudwig van Beethoven\, Symphony No. 2 in D Major\, Op. 36  \n  \nConcert Run Time: Approx. 80 minutes\, plus 20 minute intermission
URL:https://www.gregbeyer.com/dates/the-madison-symphony-orchestra-presents-beethoven-x3-3/
LOCATION:Overture Center\, Madison\, WI\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250307T193000
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SUMMARY:Grossman Ensemble World Premieres II
DESCRIPTION:I’m thrilled to be working with conductor and composer\, David Fulmer\, once again\, with the amazing Grossman Ensemble! \n  \nCelebrated for their “precision” (Third Coast Review) and dynamic prowess\, the Grossman Ensemble takes the stage under the baton of David Fulmer for four world premieres. Composers John Liberatore\, whose music seeks poignancy through levity\, Kari Watson\, who was recently noted as one of the 23 for ’23: Composers and performers to watch this year (Washington Post)\, Ryan Garvey\, whose music finds opportunities to surprise and confuse the listener\, and David Fulmer\, called “one of the most important conductors and musicians working with contemporary music” (New York Classical Review)\, unveil four captivating new works\, immersing the audiences in a diverse sonic tapestry. \nFollowed by an after-party with the artists.
URL:https://www.gregbeyer.com/dates/grossman-ensemble-world-premieres-ii/
LOCATION:Reva and David Logan Center for the Arts\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chicago Center for Contemporary Composition":MAILTO:cccc@uchicago.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250317T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250317T213000
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SUMMARY:Ensemble Dal Niente @ University of North Texas
DESCRIPTION:I’m excited to join my old band\, Ensemble Dal Niente\, for a two-day residency at the University of North Texas\, where we’ll be performing a recital featuring music by Japanese composers Toru Takemitsu and Joji Yuyasa\, as well as premieres by UNT composers Kristen Soriano and Sungji Hong!
URL:https://www.gregbeyer.com/dates/ensemble-dal-niente-university-of-north-texas/
LOCATION:University of North Texas\, College of Music\, Merrill Ellis Intermedia Theater\, 415 Avenue C\, Denton\, TX\, 76201\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250523T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250523T213000
DTSTAMP:20250107T021308Z
CREATED:20250107T021308Z
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SUMMARY:Grossman Ensemble World Premieres III
DESCRIPTION:The Grossman Ensemble loves working with conductor\, Tim Weiss. This will be his third visit to work with us and we are thrilled! \nEsteemed conductor Tim Weiss returns to lead the Grossman Ensemble for an eagerly anticipated third collaboration. With premieres by composers Christopher Stark\, whose music The New York Times has called\, “fetching and colorful\,” former CSO Mead Composer-in-Residence Elizabeth Ogonek\, Paul Novak\, a 2023 Barlow Commission recipient whose music has been called “spellbinding” (Washington Post)\, and “one of the most formidable figures in modern music” (The New Yorker) George Lewis\, this program offers a glimpse into the forefront of contemporary classical music.  \nFollowed by an after-party with the artists.
URL:https://www.gregbeyer.com/dates/grossman-ensemble-world-premieres-iii/
LOCATION:Reva and David Logan Center for the Arts\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chicago Center for Contemporary Composition":MAILTO:cccc@uchicago.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260820T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260820T113000
DTSTAMP:20260819T200348Z
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SUMMARY:Arcomusical @ Chicago Botanic Garden
DESCRIPTION:Arcomusical quartet (Gregory Beyer\, Noel Streacker\, Matt Schneider\, Raychel Taylor) members present a fun morning of our unique music in a gorgeous outdoor setting. Our friends at the Chicago Botanic Garden have an annual summer series on Thursday mornings in their McGinley Pavilion that we have been a part of for several years\, and this is hands down our favorite annual performance venue. If you don’t know CBG\, come for some great music and plan on staying for a day to soak up the special cultivated beauty of the gardens themselves. You will not be disappointed!
URL:https://www.gregbeyer.com/dates/arcomusical-chicago-botanic-garden/
LOCATION:Chicago Botanic Garden\, 1000 Lake Cook Rd\, Glencoe\, IL\, 60022\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260901T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260901T180000
DTSTAMP:20260819T200852Z
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SUMMARY:Arcomusical @ DeKalb County History Center and Sycamore Farmer's Market
DESCRIPTION:The entire Arcomusical sextet (Gregory Beyer\, Ethan Martin\, Raychel Taylor\, Noel Streacker\, Matt Schneider\, and Elena Ross) is excited to be a part of this wonderful new summer music series at the DeKalb County History Center! Running in conjunction with the Sycamore Farmer’s Market\, the “Crib Notes” series will take place in a new outdoor stage area on the DCHC’s campus. We will be performing three sets of music from 3-6PM\, and we’ll feature music from solos to sextets! Come join us for the final week of this year’s outdoor market and some great music!
URL:https://www.gregbeyer.com/dates/arcomusical-dekalb-county-history-center-and-sycamore-farmers-market/
LOCATION:DeKalb County History Center\, 1730 N Main St\, Sycamore\, IL\, 60115\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261003T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261003T210000
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SUMMARY:Grossman Ensemble presents "Poetic Inspirations"
DESCRIPTION:Fresh off our first touring performances in Washington\, D.C. and New York City\, the Grossman Ensemble returns to its home at the UChicago Center for Contemporary Composition to open the 26/27 season with “Poetic Inspirations\,” a chamber music potpourri of commissioned works for small ensembles drawing inspiration from the evocative imagery of the written word\, visual art\, the natural world\, and more. Composers Alexandre Lunsqui\, Ana Lara\, Jonathan Bailey Holland\, Leah Reid\, Juri Seo\, Pierce Gradone\, and Zoë Martlew all receive world premieres. \nStudent tickets are always free. Standard tickets are $25.
URL:https://www.gregbeyer.com/dates/grossman-ensemble-presents-poetic-inspirations/
LOCATION:Reva and David Logan Center for the Arts\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261026T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261026T203000
DTSTAMP:20260828T013416Z
CREATED:20260820T023043Z
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SUMMARY:NIU New Music Festival 2026 Concert 1
DESCRIPTION:The NIU New Music Festival celebrates its fourteenth edition with two evenings of music October 26-27\, 2026. This year’s festival will feature three special guests: Pulitzer Prize-winning composer Melinda Wagner (The Juilliard School)\, flutist Emma Hospelhorn (Ensemble Dal Niente)\, and composer David Clay Mettens (University of South Carolina). \nThe festival boasts two notable world premieres: \nGregory Beyer performing Melinda Wagner’s “The Witness Tree” for solo marimba\, \nGregory Beyer and Emma Hospelhorn performing a new work by Clay Mettens. \nThe program will also occasion six more premieres by NIU student composers\, performed by the NIU New Music Ensemble.
URL:https://www.gregbeyer.com/dates/niu-new-music-festival-2026-concert-1/
LOCATION:NIU School of Music\, NIU School of Music\, DeKalb\, IL\, 60115\, United States
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