CCM faculty take the spotlight in upcoming chamber music concerts

The internationally renowned faculty of the University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music (CCM) take center stage this October in a variety of chamber music performances. Presented both on and off campus, these performances showcase the collaborative artistry that defines the CCM community.

Refer to the individual performance listings below for additional information.

CCM faculty collaborate with other local musicians for an off-campus concert presented in support of the Freestore Food Bank at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 20. Dubbed “Origin & Evolution,” the concert is part of Music for Food, a national musician-led initiative for local hunger relief, which presents concerts to raise resources and awareness in the fight against hunger. Presented at the Freestore Community Resource and Distribution Center (3401 Rosenthal Way, Cincinnati OH 45204), the performance features Cincinnati-based violinist Rannveig Marta Sarc with CCM faculty members Brian Hong (viola) and Benjamin Hughes (cello) in works for string duo and trio by Ludwig van Beethoven and Paul Wiancko. The evening also includes the Ariel Quartet performing Johannes Brahms' String Quartet No. 1. Admission to this Music for Food concert is free, with suggested donations of $40/adult and $15/student. Learn more about this off-campus concert.

The spotlight returns to campus at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 21, as CCM presents the inaugural concert of its new Conservatory Series on UC's campus in Robert J. Werner Recital Hall. This prestigious new performance initiative brings together distinguished CCM faculty artists and outstanding student performers for large-scale chamber music and interdisciplinary productions.

While future installments of this performance series will also incorporate distinguished guest artists, the debut performance will celebrate the collaborative artist that defines the CCM community by featuring the combined talents of eight CCM faculty members — Pavel Vinnitsky, clarinet; Christopher Sales, bassoon; Margaret Tung, horn; Danbi Um, violin; Brian Hong, viola; Benjamin Hughes, cello; Rachel Calin, double bass; Anna Vinnitsky, piano – performing Johannes Brahms's expansive Piano Quartet No. 2 and Franz Schubert's monumental Octet. Pavel and Anna Vinnitsky co-direct this new CCM concert series, which requires paid admission. Learn more about this concert and purchase tickets online.

CCM’s acclaimed faculty string quartet-in-residence since 2012, the Ariel Quartet, then returns to Robert J. Werner Recital Hall at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 27. The ensemble — which is comprised of Alexandra Kazovsky and Gershon Gerchikov (violins), Jan Grüning (viola) and Amit Even-Tov (cello) — will perform Franz Schubert’s “Rosamunde” Quartet and Lera Auerbach’s String Quartet No. 3 “Cetera Desunt,” along with another performance of Johannes Brahms’ String Quartet No. 1. Tickets required. Learn more about this concert and purchase tickets online.

At CCM, tomorrow’s arts luminaries work with today’s industry leaders. Our internationally recognized faculty members work with students from around the world, guiding their individual scholarly, creative, musical, performing and teaching growth.

Our faculty members are dedicated educators who are also celebrated performing and media arts professionals, widely and currently active in their respective fields. CCM professors include Grammy, Emmy and Tony Award-winning performers and designers, ASCAP and BMI Award-winning songwriters and composers, and Fulbright Scholars. They serve as members of major American orchestras, as well as directors and conductors for the world’s leading opera houses and summer festivals. They are researchers, educators, choreographers, technicians, filmmakers and playwrights, as well as experts on health and wellness for artists. They have published widely-used textbooks and produced multimedia for US presidents. They have been featured on major broadcasts like Good Morning America, the Today Show and the Tonight Show, to mention just a few of their accomplishments.

Working alongside this exceptional faculty, CCM students build real-world networks, apply their skills in industry settings and develop as well-rounded, holistic professionals. Learn more about our faculty by visiting CCM's website.

Tickets can be purchased online by visiting ccmonstage.uc.edu. Student and group discounts are available.

If you have questions or need assistance ordering tickets, please contact the CCM Box Office by email at boxoff@uc.edu.

CCM is located on the campus of the University of Cincinnati. For detailed driving directions, visit ccm.uc.edu/directions.

Parking is available in UC's CCM Garage (located at the base of Corry Boulevard off Jefferson Avenue) and additional garages throughout the UC campus. All University of Cincinnati Parking Services locations are cashless. Pay for parking securely with your credit/debit card. All major credit cards accepted.

CCM OnStage patrons can add pre-paid parking to their checkout carts when purchasing tickets. Pre-paid parking is date/performance specific. CCM Garage parking rates for a performance or special event is usually available for $10-15. Learn more about parking at UC's CCM Garage.

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