Classical Music

April 27th Concert Preview – The Distinctive Music of Astor Piazzolla

Astor Piazzolla (1921 – 1992) was a twentieth century composer who combined the elements of traditional tango, jazz and classical music to create a distinctive style that is unmistakable.  We will get a fair sampling of his beautiful music at the Toot and Twang concert on April 27 when Phil Weaver and Rosa Richardson play…

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Poster for April 27th Concert

Longing for sunshine and warmth? Our April 27th Concert will feature the musical flavors of Latin America.  “Sambas, Tangos and Dances” will be performed by ‘Toot & Twang,’ the performance duo of floutist Rosa Vidro Richardson and innovative classical guitarist Phil Weaver. The concert takes place at Messiah Lutheran Church in Madison, AL. Concert begins…

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Sambas, Tangos and Latin American Flavors Highlight Third Concert

Third Concert to Feature Duo of Phil Weaver, Rosa Vidro Richardson Please consider supporting the Music at Messiah Concert Series as an advertiser or donor.  Preparations are underway for the third concert of Music at Messiah’s inaugural concert season. The concert will take place on Sunday April 27th at 4:00 p.m. “Toot and Twang” is the…

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Michael Head Concert Sunday – Next Concert Announced for April 27th

Parks – von Spakoksvy Concert Sunday at 4 pm Gary Parks and Ingrid von Spakovsky are set to perform this Sunday at Messiah Lutheran Church.  The concert begins at 4 pm. The concert will feature pieces for Oboe and Piano composed by the English Composer Michael Head, Claude Debussy and others. Solo piano pieces by…

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Publicity Efforts in Full Swing for Feb 16th “Michael Head” Concert

Gary Parks, Ingrid von Spakovsky to be interviewed on WLRH Feb 13th (Update 2/13/2014 – the interview scheduled on WLRH has been cancelled due to weather / road conditions) We’re pleased to announce that Gary Parks and Ingrid von Spakovsky are scheduled to be interviewed on air, at approximately 11:05 am, Thursday, Feb 13th on WLRH…

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Gary Parks, Ingrid von Spakovsky prepare for Feb 16th Messiah Concert

Journey into the romantic, lyrical music of British composer Michael Head on February 16th.  Concert begins at 4 pm.    Oboist Gary Parks and pianist Ingrid von Spakovsky are set to perform the “Oboe Music of Michael Head.” The concert will feature several delightfully pleasant and lyrical compositions by Head including Rondo, Siciliana, and the…

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A Cure for the Christmas Frenzy

The Advent Season is here. The sights and sounds of Christmas are all around us.  This wonderful video from the United States Air Force Band came to my attention this morning and I thought I would share it. It is wonderful.  Uplifting.  Happy. Like the folks bustling around the Air and Space Museum, the days…

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November 10th Concert Publicized Locally

Publicity in Full Swing for Arsenal Brass Concert The Music at Messiah Classical Concert Series was featured in the following online editions.  It’s great to have the positive publicity in advance of our first concert. The Madison Record  and the Huntsville Times / AL.Com Keep spreading the word and share our site via social media. …

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Concert Time Moved Up to 4 PM on SUNDAY, Nov 10th

Breaking News! We have bumped up the start time of our November 10th performance to 4 PM. This earlier start time should ensure the performance and the reception following the concert is concluded well in time for the dinner hour. The posters will be going up around Madison next week. We have set our advertising…

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Welcome to the Music at Messiah Blog Site!

The Music at Messiah Blog site is officially launched. If you are familiar with Messiah Lutheran Church, you likely already know that music is a cherished aspect of our worship service.  Music at Messiah’s goal is to host four to six classically themed concerts throughout the year in our recently expanded and acoustically rich sanctuary….

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