Archway Music / Dance / Literary Events, 2023
OCTOBER, 2023
Sunday, October 1, 6:00-8:00pm, AURA of UH
In the program Shifting Borders, AURA performs music that explores physical and psychological boundaries. The ever-changing motion of fire is sonically captured in Charles Peck’s colorful and energetic mixed chamber work “Kindling”, while in “Monarch” UH music scholar Sam Wu explores the epic migration of the North American Monarch butterfly via a quartet of flute, violin, cello, and piano. In “Velvet Revolution”, a trio for horn, violin, and piano by Elena Kats-Chernin, the composer contemplates the myriad of emotions she felt when living in Berlin in 1989 when the wall fell, which includes feelings of vulnerability, fear, and optimism. The program will conclude with David Biedenbender’s deeply compelling “Shell and Wing”, for soprano and mixed ensemble, which reflects on the conflict all parents face between the desire to protect their child and the acceptance that they will eventually have to send them off into the world on their own.
In the program Shifting Borders, AURA performs music that explores physical and psychological boundaries. The ever-changing motion of fire is sonically captured in Charles Peck’s colorful and energetic mixed chamber work “Kindling”, while in “Monarch” UH music scholar Sam Wu explores the epic migration of the North American Monarch butterfly via a quartet of flute, violin, cello, and piano. In “Velvet Revolution”, a trio for horn, violin, and piano by Elena Kats-Chernin, the composer contemplates the myriad of emotions she felt when living in Berlin in 1989 when the wall fell, which includes feelings of vulnerability, fear, and optimism. The program will conclude with David Biedenbender’s deeply compelling “Shell and Wing”, for soprano and mixed ensemble, which reflects on the conflict all parents face between the desire to protect their child and the acceptance that they will eventually have to send them off into the world on their own.
Sunday, October 8, 6:00-8:00pm, Robinhood Quartet
Comprising of violinists Angela Ryu and Hannah Corbett, violist Conor McAvinue and cellist Adam Willson, the Robinhood Quartet loves to indulge in the romantic harmonies of Brahms. The group formed at Rice University’s the Shepherd School of Music in late 2022 and has been dazzling audiences and concertgoers with their virtuosic playing ever since. Hailed as a quartet with “great conversational skills” by Arnold Steinhardt, the quartet enjoys sharing the music making process together, allowing each voice to shine. In addition to playing music together, the musicians love to spend time together sharing good food outside.
Comprising of violinists Angela Ryu and Hannah Corbett, violist Conor McAvinue and cellist Adam Willson, the Robinhood Quartet loves to indulge in the romantic harmonies of Brahms. The group formed at Rice University’s the Shepherd School of Music in late 2022 and has been dazzling audiences and concertgoers with their virtuosic playing ever since. Hailed as a quartet with “great conversational skills” by Arnold Steinhardt, the quartet enjoys sharing the music making process together, allowing each voice to shine. In addition to playing music together, the musicians love to spend time together sharing good food outside.
Saturday, October 14, 7:00-9:00pm, VIDEO | ART | MUSIC | TEXT with Mark Rodrieg
Join Mark Rodrieg for an evening of mixed-media art, discussion, and light reception. This program is centered on three of Mark’s latest video-art pieces - quasi-narrative works based on modern classical music scores (works by Bohuslav Martinu, Vincent Persichetti, and 4 of Mark’s own compositions), with recorded performances by the Rodrieg Ensemble. In this series, Mark explores the concept of imagining the non-present in artistic production, i.e. the relationship between and among abstract work, aesthetics, performance practice, and our imaginations.
Mark Rodrieg is a multi-dimensional artist (flutist, composer, video artist) whose works/ performances have been presented in concert venues and curated museums/art spaces and radio stations in North America, Europe, and Asia.
Join Mark Rodrieg for an evening of mixed-media art, discussion, and light reception. This program is centered on three of Mark’s latest video-art pieces - quasi-narrative works based on modern classical music scores (works by Bohuslav Martinu, Vincent Persichetti, and 4 of Mark’s own compositions), with recorded performances by the Rodrieg Ensemble. In this series, Mark explores the concept of imagining the non-present in artistic production, i.e. the relationship between and among abstract work, aesthetics, performance practice, and our imaginations.
Mark Rodrieg is a multi-dimensional artist (flutist, composer, video artist) whose works/ performances have been presented in concert venues and curated museums/art spaces and radio stations in North America, Europe, and Asia.
Sunday, October 15, 6:00-8:00pm, Poetry and Music with Marcel Wormsley and Yan Shen
Join us for an exquisite night of poetry and piano! The evening will feature piano works by Chopin, Scriabin and Debussy, performed by world-renowned classical pianist Yan Shen. These works will be paired with original poetry from Houston-based poet Marcel Wormsley.
Marcel Wormsley is poet, mental health advocate, arts enthusiast and United States military veteran. Marcel has given several public poetry readings throughout Houston and actively supports the vibrant poetry community in the city. In 2019, he published his debut collection of poetry titled In Search of Moonlit Crevices through Galveston-based independent publishing company Dawnbreaker Press, and has performed live readings throughout the Houston area. He is currently working on his second book of poems.
Dr. Shen has performed solo and chamber recitals internationally, including Carnegie Hall, NYC. Dr. Shen is a resident artist of the HK Metropolitan Orchestra, on the piano faculty of Hong Kong International Concerto/Ensemble Competition and Festival and works at the Moores School of Music, University of Houston.
Join us for an exquisite night of poetry and piano! The evening will feature piano works by Chopin, Scriabin and Debussy, performed by world-renowned classical pianist Yan Shen. These works will be paired with original poetry from Houston-based poet Marcel Wormsley.
Marcel Wormsley is poet, mental health advocate, arts enthusiast and United States military veteran. Marcel has given several public poetry readings throughout Houston and actively supports the vibrant poetry community in the city. In 2019, he published his debut collection of poetry titled In Search of Moonlit Crevices through Galveston-based independent publishing company Dawnbreaker Press, and has performed live readings throughout the Houston area. He is currently working on his second book of poems.
Dr. Shen has performed solo and chamber recitals internationally, including Carnegie Hall, NYC. Dr. Shen is a resident artist of the HK Metropolitan Orchestra, on the piano faculty of Hong Kong International Concerto/Ensemble Competition and Festival and works at the Moores School of Music, University of Houston.
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Saturday, October 21, 6 - 9 pm. Palette to Palate Gourmet Dinner at the Gallery with Chef Soren Pedersen
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Sunday, October 22, 6:00-8:00pm, Harp and Guitar Duo with Emily Klein and Marc Garvin
Saturday, October 28, 7:00-9:00pm, Opus 4
One of our regular string quartets returns with a Halloween program including Schubert's Death and the Maiden and Psycho Suite by Bernard Hermann.
One of our regular string quartets returns with a Halloween program including Schubert's Death and the Maiden and Psycho Suite by Bernard Hermann.
Sunday, October 29, 6:00-8:00pm, Celestial Wanderings with Aurora Trio
A wonderful harp, flute and cello trio and a familiar group at Archway. Celestial Wanderings includes works by Debussy, Hans Zimmer, the Moody Blues and more!
A wonderful harp, flute and cello trio and a familiar group at Archway. Celestial Wanderings includes works by Debussy, Hans Zimmer, the Moody Blues and more!
NOVEMBER, 2023
Sunday, November 5, 6:00-8:00pm, Rice Jazz Ensemble
Sunday, November 12, 6:00-8:00pm, Carya String Quartet
A concert as part of their Beethoven series. Free and open to the public.
A concert as part of their Beethoven series. Free and open to the public.
JANUARY, 2024
Wednesday, January 10, 7:00-9:00pm, La Speranza String Quartet
A concert as part of their "Beethoven in the City" series, which features String Quartets Op. 18/2 in G major and 18/3 in D Major.
A concert as part of their "Beethoven in the City" series, which features String Quartets Op. 18/2 in G major and 18/3 in D Major.
FEBRUARY, 2024
Sunday, February 25, 6:00-8:00pm, AURA of UH
Join Moores School of Music Contemporary Ensemble for a performance at Archway.
Join Moores School of Music Contemporary Ensemble for a performance at Archway.
MARCH, 2024
Sunday, March 3, 6:00-8:00pm, Opus 4
One of our regular string quartets returns!
One of our regular string quartets returns!
Sunday, March 24, 6:00-8:00pm, Harpist Elisabeth Plank
Archway is pleased to present this renowned harpist visiting from Vienna. Following her solo-debut at age 17 at the Konzerthaus in Vienna, the young Austrian harpist Elisabeth Plank has established herself as an internationally sought-after soloist and ambassador for her instrument. She presents the harp as a versatile and exciting instrument, rich in colours and textures, with its unusual repertoire and a broad stylistic spectrum. Her ambition to sharpen and broaden the harp’s profile has added not only musical rediscoveries but also many new compositions to the harp’s repertoire. Free and open to the public.
Archway is pleased to present this renowned harpist visiting from Vienna. Following her solo-debut at age 17 at the Konzerthaus in Vienna, the young Austrian harpist Elisabeth Plank has established herself as an internationally sought-after soloist and ambassador for her instrument. She presents the harp as a versatile and exciting instrument, rich in colours and textures, with its unusual repertoire and a broad stylistic spectrum. Her ambition to sharpen and broaden the harp’s profile has added not only musical rediscoveries but also many new compositions to the harp’s repertoire. Free and open to the public.
APRIL, 2024
Sunday, April 14, 6:00-8:00pm, Carya String Quartet
A concert as part of their Beethoven series. Free and open to the public.
A concert as part of their Beethoven series. Free and open to the public.
MAY, 2024
Sunday, May 12, 6:00-8:00pm, Carya String Quartet
A concert as part of their Beethoven series. Free and open to the public.
A concert as part of their Beethoven series. Free and open to the public.
Sunday, May 19, 6:00-8:00pm, Kodan Quintet
Their premiere performance at Archway! Find out more here.
Their premiere performance at Archway! Find out more here.
JUNE, 2024
Sunday, June 23, 6:00-8:00pm, Opus 4
One of our regular string quartets returns!
One of our regular string quartets returns!