January Meetings

January 1st, 2025 by bob No comments »

Zoom Meeting on Sunday, January 12 at 4:00 p.m. (Eastern Time)

Annual Lasagna Meeting in Hopewell Borough, 4:00 p.m., Sunday, January 19.

January Meetings
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December Meetings

November 21st, 2024 by bob No comments »

December 29 Zoom meeting at 4:00 p.m. (eastern time)

Program

Duo Migliorare (Rick Florio and Valerie Nelson)
• Galopade – Wilhelm Neuland
• Golliwog’s Cake Walk – Claude Debussy, arr. Allen Matthews.

Valerie Nelson
• Rondo – Ferdiando Carulli

Robert Ey
• Mountains and Valleys – Angela Mair
• Nowhere – “”

Marsha Rohe
• God Rest ye Merry, Gentlemen – Arr., Stephen Siktberg
• Deck the Halls – “”

Jim Tosone
• Minuet in Am, Z. 649 – Henry Purcell, arr. Jim Tosone
• Air in the G String, BWV 1068 – J. S. Bach, arr. Simon Powis

Cris Colicchio
• The Shape of My Heart – Sting

Dave Starbuck
• Estudio en forma de minuetto – Francisco Tarrega
• Maria – “”
• Capricho Arabe – “”

Svetlana Lerman
• Can’t Help Falling in Love – Hugo Peretti, Luigi Creatore, and George David Weiss
• Sleepers Awake – Johann Sebastian Bach
• Boceto Analuz – Bartolomé Calatayud

Jeffrey Wilt
• What Child is This? –Anonymous, with Francis Cutting variations
• Silent Night – Franz Gruber, arr. Per-Olov Kindgren
• Villancico de Navidad – Agustin Barrios Mangore

Victor Keremedjiev
• Sarabande – J.S. Bach
• Canarios – Francisco Guerau
• Un Dia De Noviembre – Leo Brouwer

December 8 Meeting at 4:00 p.m. in Randolph

Program

Joseph Carbone
• Deepening – Andrew York
• Recuerdos de la Alhambra – Francisco Tarrega
• Valseana – Sergio Assad

Duo Migliorare (Rick Florio and Valerie Nelson)
• Galopade – Wilhelm Neuland
• Golliwog’s Cake Walk – Claude Debussy, arr. Allen Matthews

This meeting was hosted by Rick Florio. The cost of using Zoom in 2024 was covered by generous contributions from Ming Chao, Dana Hamilton, Rick Florio, Jeffrey Wilt, Jeff Griesemer. Valerie Nelson, Robert Ey, Gad Berger, Dave Starbuck, Steve Walters, Gary Lee, and Shane McKevitt.


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November Recap

November Meetings

October 31st, 2024 by bob No comments »

Meeting in Montclair at 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, November 17

Program

Jim Tosone
• Fuga I por primer tono, al ayre Espanol – Gaspar Sanz, arr. Jean-Francois Delcamp
• Fantasia del quarto tono – Luis Milan, arr. Emilio Pujol

Dana Hamilton
• Estudios Sencillos #6 – Leo Brouwer
• Come Sunday – Duke Ellington, arr. Dana Hamilton

Rick Florio
• Suite del Plata No 1 – Máximo Diego Pujol

Marsha Rohe
• Last Rays of Summer – Marianne Vedral, from the suite Last Days of Summer
• Autumn Melancholy – “”
• A Little Waltz – “”

November 10 Zoom Meeting

Program

Victor Keremedjiev
• Guardame las Vacas – L.de Narvaez
• Cancion del Emperador – L.de Narvaez
• Fantasia V – Alonso Mudarra

Robert Vierschilling
• Prelude – Robert Vierschilling
• Waltz – “”
• Sentimental Song – “”

This meeting was hosted by Gad Berger. The cost of using Zoom in 2024 is covered by generous contributions from Ming Chao, Dana Hamilton, Rick Florio, Jeffrey Wilt, Jeff Griesemer. Valerie Nelson, Robert Ey, Gad Berger, Dave Starbuck, Steve Walters, Gary Lee, and Shane McKevitt.


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October Recap

LSM Artist Series Concert, Weiwei Zhai, piano & José Maldonado, guitar

October 3rd, 2024 by bob No comments »

Weiwei Zhai, piano & José Maldonado, guitar

Lindeblad School of Music Showroom

Livestream: https://www.youtube.com/live/C66OUZXgANQ

Friday, October 11th, 2024, 7:00pm

Free Admission (donation for artist welcome!)

Lindeblad School of Music proudly presents the Piano and Guitar Duo “Weiwei & José” as part of its Artist Concert Series. This captivating program will feature a mix of beloved classics and diverse folk traditions, including the works of Bach, Giuliani, Ponce, as well as Chinese and Puerto Rican folk songs

About the Artists: Weiwei & José are an exciting classical duo, combining the talents of pianist Dr. Weiwei Zhai and guitarist Dr. José Maldonado. Together, they create a vibrant fusion of Chinese folk music, Latin rhythms, and classical masterpieces. This unique blend highlights their versatility and passion for connecting diverse musical traditions. Join Weiwei & José for an unforgettable performance, where their love for teaching and performing comes to life! They are accomplished musicians based in NYC and inspire audiences of all ages with their infectious energy and dedication to education. Perfect for families, this is an event everyone can enjoy.

About the Program: The evening will include a wide array of works for piano and guitar, including a special arrangement of Bach’s Trio Sonata No. 5 in C Major, BWV 529, Manuel María Ponce’s Preludium, the evocative Boatman Song by Chinese composer Liu Qing, and a few significant works from the 19th century. More Information:https://www.lindebladmusic.com/lsm-artist-series

Please see The Guitar Garden for more October concert listings.

Concerts at the Morris County Library

October 3rd, 2024 by bob No comments »

The intention is for the audience to Listen & Lunch. Feel free to bring your lunch and enjoy some great music while you eat! Performances will run from 12:15-12:45 PM and will take place in the back of our Readers Services area. Attendance is free and seating is first come, first seated.

More Information: https://www.mclib.info/Events/Adults/2024-Fall-Lunchtime-Concerts

Please see The Guitar Garden for more October concert listings.

October Meetings

October 1st, 2024 by bob No comments »

October 20 Zoom Meeting

Program

Rick Florio

  • Study No 1 & No 3 – from Five Studies by Frederic Hand

Stella Kosim

  • Ouverture in A Major – S.L. Weiss

Joe Carbone

  • Preludio de Adios – Alfonso Montes
  • Julia Florida – Agustín Barrios

This meeting was hosted by Rick Florio. The cost of using Zoom in 2024 is covered by generous contributions from Ming Chao, Dana Hamilton, Rick Florio, Jeffrey Wilt, Jeff Griesemer. Valerie Nelson, Robert Ey, Gad Berger, Dave Starbuck, Steve Walters, Gary Lee, and Shane McKevitt.

October 12 Meeting at the Morris County Library

“Witches Brew”

Duo Migliorare (Rick Florio and Valerie Nelson)

Program

  • Witches’ Brew – Stephen Brew and Jim Bosse

Robert Ey

  • Nowhere – Angela Mair

Jim Tosone

  • Lagrima – Francisco Tarrega, arr. Stephen Saunders
  • Air in Em – Henry Purcell, arr. Jorge Guillen
  • Rondo – Henry Purcell, arr. John Pinno

Marsha Rohe

  • Study #5 – Fernando Sor
  • Study #1 – Frederick Hand
  • Evocacion – Jose Merlin

Kevin Lutke

  • Sleepers Awake – J.S. Bach
  • Carolan’s Cup – Turlough O’Carolan
  • Sarabande – from Sonata for Solo Flute BWV 1013, arr. K. Lutke

Jeffrey Wilt

  • Scherzino Mexicano – Manuel Ponce, arr. Edson Lopes
  • Montemayor – Federico Moreno Torroba
  • Preludio de Adios – Alfonso Montes
October Meetings
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September Recap

September Meetings

September 2nd, 2024 by bob No comments »

September 15 Fall Picnic in Hopewell Borough.

Program

Valerie Nelson

  • Canon in D – Joann Pachelbel
  • Study – Fernando Sor

Duo Migliorare (Rick Florio and Valerie Nelson)

  • Drifting – Richard Charlton
  • Minuetto I & II – Giovanni Battista Marella

Rick Florio

  • Chôro No. 1 – Heitor Villa-Lobos

Robert Ey

  • Mountains and Valleys – Angela Mair
  • Nowhere – “”

Jeff Griesemer

  • Holy Manna – William Moore, arr. Jeff Griesemer

Gary Lee

  • Prelude – J.S. Bach
  • Leslie’s Song – Frederic Hand
  • Cooper Lake – “”

Zoom Meeting Sunday, September 22, 4:00 p.m. (eastern time).


Program

Shane McKevitt

  • Hymne à l’amour – Édith Piaf, arr. Roland Dyens

Gary Lee

  • Canción del Emperador – Luis de Narváez

This meeting was hosted by Steve Walters. The cost of using Zoom in 2024 is covered by generous contributions from Ming Chao, Dana Hamilton, Rick Florio, Jeffrey Wilt, Jeff Griesemer. Valerie Nelson, Robert Ey, Gad Berger, Dave Starbuck, Steve Walters, Gary Lee, and Shane McKevitt.


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Summer 2024

July 1st, 2024 by bob No comments »

August 11 Zoom Meeting

Program

Joe Carbone

  • Elegy for a Friend – Sergio Assad (b. 1952)
  • Capricho árabe – Francisco Tárrega (1852-1909)

Stella Kosim

  • Mallorca – I. Albeniz
  • Maxixe – Agustin Barrios Mangore

Ming Chao

  • Sarabande and Prelude from Cello Suite No. 1 – J.S. Bach, arr. John Duarte)

Shane McKevitt

  • Prelude, Fugue and Allegro, BWV 998: I. Prelude – Johann Sebastian Bach

Steve Walters hosted this meeting.

July 21 Zoom Meeting

Program

Ming Chao

  • Courante from Cello Suite No. 1– J.S. Bach, arr. John Duarte

Gad Berger

  • Allemande – Silvius Leopold Weiss
  • Sarabande – “”

Gary Lee

  • Three Pieces by Frederick Hand
  • Study No. 1
  • Lesley’s Song
  • Cooper Lake

Gad Berger hosted this meeting.

The cost of using Zoom in 2024 is covered by generous contributions from Ming Chao, Dana Hamilton, Rick Florio, Jeffrey Wilt, Jeff Griesemer. Valerie Nelson, Robert Ey, Gad Berger, Dave Starbuck, Steve Walters, Gary Lee, and Shane McKevitt.

June Meetings

June 10th, 2024 by bob No comments »

June 9 Zoom Meeting

Program

Ken Kraus

  • Valsa Choro – Heitor Villa Lobos
  • Gavotte – “”

Shane McKevitt

Étude No. 1 – Heitor Villa-Lobos

Ming Chao

  • Allemande from Cello Suite No. 1 – J. S. Bach, Arr. John Duarte

This meeting was hosted by Rick Florio. The cost of using Zoom in 2024 is covered by generous contributions from Ming Chao, Dana Hamilton, Rick Florio, Jeffrey Wilt, Jeff Griesemer. Valerie Nelson, Robert Ey, Gad Berger, Dave Starbuck, Steve Walters, Gary Lee, and Shane McKevitt

June 23 Meeting in Hopewell.

Program

Robert Ey

  • Nowhere – Angela Mair

Irene Ey (soprano), Valerie Nelson (alto), and Robert Ey

  • Somewhere Along the Road – Rick Kemp, arr. Robert Ey

Valerie Nelson

  • Lagrima – Francisco Tárrega, ed. Sophocles Papas

Duo Migliorare (Rick Florio and Valerie Nelson)

  • Drifting – Richard Charlton
  • Pavane, Op. 50, (1187) – Gabriel Fauré, arr. K. Krantz
  • Nocturnes Op 37 (selection) – Antoine de Llhoyer, arr. Erik Stenstavold

Rick Florio

  • Soleás – Trad. with falsetas old and new

Marsha Rohe

  • And I Love Her – John Lennon and Paul McCartney
  • Alegria – Bartolome Calatuyud
  • Un Dia De Noviembre – Leo Brouwer

Jeff Griesemer

  • Medley: Spanish Harlem – Leiber/Spector, arr. John Duarte/If I Fell – Lennon/McCartney, arr. Richard Dreuding
  • Ookpik Waltz – (Frankie Rodgers, arr. Jeff Griesemer)

Ken Kraus

  • Choro #1 – Heitor Villa-Lobos



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May Meetings

April 29th, 2024 by bob No comments »

Meeting at the Lindeblad School of Music in Pine Brook, 5:00 p.m., Saturday May 11.

Program

Jack Larson

  • Mexican Waltz Variation – arr., Anthony Sanacore

Robert Ey

  • Mountains and Valleys – Angela Mair

Marsha Rohe

  • Prelude No 1 – Heitor Villa-Lobos

David Starbuck

  • Triste Ausencia – Estanislao Marco
  • Rosita (Polka) – Francisco Tarrega
  • Capricho Arabe – “”

Richie Johnson, Shiho Vogel, Craig Graham, and Alex Valencia (Lindeblad School of Music faculty)

  • Aragonaise (from Carmen Suite) G. Bizet
  • La Tierra (from Los Cuatro Elementos) – F. Kleynjans

Craig Graham and Alex Valencia

Michelle – the Beatles

Alex Valencia

  • La Catedral – Agustin Barrios Mangore

1. Preludio Saudade

3. Allegro Solemne

Richie Johnson

Lied Ohne Worte – Johann Kaspar Mertz

Owen Wang

  • BWV 998 Allegro – J. S. Bach
  • Nail-Biter – Thomas Filippin
  • Fantasia Op. 19 – Luigi Legnani
  • Sonata No.1, Mov III – Leo Brouwer

Zoom meeting, Sunday, May 26 at 4:00 p.m. (eastern time).

Program

Shane McKevitt

  • Hymne à l’amour – Édith Piaf & Marguerite Monnot, arr. by Roland Dyens

Rick Florio

  • Bolero à Marcos – Vicente Amigo

Robert Ey

  • Thaxted – Gustav Holst, arr. Robert Ey

This meeting was hosted by Steve Walters. The cost of using Zoom in 2024 is covered by generous contributions from Ming Chao, Dana Hamilton, Rick Florio, Jeffrey Wilt, Jeff Griesemer. Valerie Nelson, Robert Ey, Gad Berger, Dave Starbuck, Steve Walters, Gary Lee, and Shane McKevitt.

May Meetings
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April Recap