concert:nova gets into the Halloween spirit this year with Frankenstein!! by HK Gruber. Why we love that concert:nova is one of our partners: they are incorporating visual art by Peter Haberkorn to punctuate the evening's performance. 

The performance will take place in Emery Theatre, a 100 year old Over-the-Rhine venue which is, by the way, a replica of New York's Carnegie Hall.

concert:nova is unique because it blends traditional and contemporary, while adding surprise visual elements. In addition, concert:nova seeks to bring its music to its audience, holding events at places like restaurants and galleries. 

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Constella invites you to get up close and musical with Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra Chamber Players. The Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra gave its first concert on January 17, 1895. Now, continuing its mission to delight and educate diverse audiences of all ages and enhance the cultural vitality and quality of life in the region, CSO joins the 2012-2013 season of the Constella Festival in the celebration of Cincinnati's music and fine arts traditions. As a part of the Constella Festival's second season, our treasured partner group CSO Chamber Players will present "Sunrise," written by Haydn, the father of the string quartet, and Beethoven's wind-driven Septet, featuring the rarely-spotlighted bassoon. The world-class musicians of the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra will provide introductions and insights from the stage—and you’re also invited to meet them backstage!

This concert will take place at the Erich Kunzel Center for Arts and Education's Mayerson Theater on Friday, October 5 at 7:30 p.m. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. For tickets and more information, please visit CSO's website by clicking HERE.

While you may know College-Conservatory of Music as a part of UC, you should also know CCM as a world-renowned conservatory. Did you also know CCM has nearly 1,000 events each year? Check out their fast facts if you don't believe me! But there is no question of CCM's importance in the development of Cincinnati's outstanding performing arts scene.

This year, Constella is engaging with CCM in multiple ways. First and foremost, the CCM Chamber Choir and Philharmonia Orchestra will be presenting J.S. Bach's Mass in B Minor as a part of our festival at Christ Church Cathedral. (Get your tickets!) The piece "displays the full panorama of musical styles of the late Baroque and historical traditions."

But why stop there? We are also using CCM's Robert J. Werner Recital Hall for our own presented event Queen City Connections. Not to mention the master class with Nico Muhly  we are helping to bring to the students of CCM. (More to come about that later! Stay tuned...) 

The fact is, CCM is an integral part of Cincinnati music & art and, in turn, Constella Festival. 

Now located on Race Street, Cincinnati Shakespeare Company is a staple of our region's performing arts scene. Known for presenting Shakespeare, they also expand their mission to include classic works, such as Dangerous Liaisons in their current season.

Cincy Shake's history includes multiple location moves and a few name changes, showing the flexibility to change and grow over time into a company able to present 8 full productions each season. (And that's not to mention their special events, such as Shakespeare in the Park, in progress right now!) 

As a Constella partner, CIncy Shakes will be participating in the festival as an extension of their regular season on October 18th, including a brief concert before the show begins at 7:30. The show? Romeo & Juliet . We are excited to be able to incorporate a live theater performance into our festival, showcasing our truly diverse arts community. 

Reserve your seats!

We hope to see you there! 

See our full festival partner line-up here. Want to buy tickets to a Constella presented event? Click here.

For over 80 years, the mission of Chamber Music Cincinnati has been presenting ensembles and recitalists of the highest quality to Cincinnati audiences.

The Cincinnati Chamber Music Society was formed in 1929. A musical pioneer, it was only the fifth such society in the country at that time. Chamber Music Cincinnati is the only musical organization in the city regularly presenting internationally-known chamber groups. CMC brings to the 2012-2013 Constella Festival the captivating Tokyo String Quartet.

Officially formed in 1969 at the Juilliard School of Music, the Tokyo Quartet traces its origins to the Toho School of Music in Tokyo, where the founding members were profoundly influenced by Professor Hideo Saito. The Tokyo has been featured on numerous television programs, including "Sesame Street" and "CBS Sunday Morning," released more than 40 landmark recordings, and served on the faculty of the Yale School of Music as quartet-in-residence since 1976.

This performance will be the last time Cincinnati audiences will ever hear the Tokyo perform live. The ensemble has announced that the coming season will be its last. The New York Times observed, “As the Tokyo quartet ends a major chapter in its history, it shows no sign of weariness. It played here with commitment and a passion…” We can't wait to offer our audience the same thrilling experience.

To purchase tickets to this event, or for more information about CMC, please visit cincychamber.org. To learn more about the Tokyo String Quartet, you can visit their website here.

For thirty-three years, Linton Chamber Music Series has been a part of Cincinnati's chamber music landscape. Over the years, it has evolved and now includes two regular series. To further integrate into the fibers of Cincinnati, they have created what they call Peanut Butter & Jam Sessions, which is programming designed to get children involved and interested in music.  

Sharon Robinson & Jaime Laredo are the current artistic direction of Linton Music.

One of Constella's partners in our first season, the Linton Chamber Music Series once again joins us this year. They create an intimate atmosphere that allows the audience to feel up close with the energy of the music. The concert is on October 14th at 4 p.m. The performance will include the Kalichstein-Laredo-Robinson Trio and Nokuthula Ngwenyama performing piano quartets by Mozart and Schumann. Please visit their website for ticketing information. 

The Mayerson Jewish Community Center is a place to be active, relax, or share experiences. There is something for everyone there: they have activities and programming for all ages, including sports leagues and classes. Check out the Maccabi Artsfest for teens here. For young adults, they organize outings and social events (coming in October: Pumpkin Carving Happy Hour). 

The Wolf Center for Arts & Ideas is the center of the JCC's cultural events. This year, the Constella Trio is being presented by Mayerson JCC on October 14 at 1 pm. Not only is this concert featured as part of Constella Festival but it is also a part of the Daniel Pearl World Music Day. The trio features Tatiana Berman (Constella Festival founder), Yael Senamaud-Cohen, and Ilya Finkelshteyn. And don't worry: no need to be a JCC member to enjoy this concert! Want to know more? Check out the JCC event page here. (Hint: it's a GREAT value!)

If you want to hear classical music as it was originally played, Catacoustic Consort is for you. By performing on period instruments and keeping in mind the historical conditions of when and where pieces were composed and performed, you cannot find a more authentic sound today. Find samples of their sound here, which also includes a link to purchase one of their CDs.

Constella Festival is excited to include Catacoustic in our festival partners again this year. Last year, Constella worked in collaboration with the Consort to include Michael Maniaci in their event. Their concert this year will occur on October 13 at 7:30 pm. Tickets for this event will be sold exclusively through Catacoustic Consort.

Don't forget to like Catacoustic on Facebook to keep up with all their upcoming events!