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madison chamber18th Annual

MUSICFESTIVALFEBRUARY - MAY

2020

Artistic Director:

Christopher RexPrincipal Cellist, Retired

After 39 seasons with the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra

Founding Festival Sponsor:

Robert M. & Lilias Baldwin Turnell

Foundation

Festival Sponsor:

The Brady Inn

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MUSICFESTIVAL

Madison-Morgan Cultural Center Unique to Georgia and possibly the entire Southeast, the elegant, historic, apse-shaped Auditorium of the Cultural Center, where school assemblies were once a daily routine for local students, offers a remarkable experience to visitors and audiences alike. The intimate 395-seat theater contains original woodwork, ceiling, seats, and chandelier. In this setting, the Center has built a reputation for excellence in performance by presenting theatre, dance, music, lectures, and other programs featuring regional, national, and international talent.

The Madison Chamber Music Festival is made possible in part through the significant support of the Robert M. and Lilias Baldwin Turnell Foundation. Robert was a visionary who, with several others, formed a foundation to purchase and protect the 1895 Graded School Building in which the Madison-Morgan Cultural Center is housed. Lilias became the patron whose quiet and generous support continued Robert’s vision. The Festival is dedicated to their memory.

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Experience the living history of MADISON!A magical southern city just an hour east of Atlanta, MADISON survived Sherman’s March to the Sea almost unscathed. Its National Register Historic District is the state’s largest collection of 19th century architecture, earning it a place on Budget Travel’s 2012 “16 Most Picturesque Villages in the World” and Southern Living’s “Best Small Town in Georgia” for the third year in a row. For more information, go to WWW.VISITMADISONGA.COM.

Friday, February 14 The Vega Quartet............................................ $40 |$25*6:00 pm Dinner, 8:00 pm Concert, Empire Mills Classical. The Vega String Quartet, Quartet-in Residence at Emory University, is cultivating a new generation of chamber music lovers through dynamic performances and innovative community engagement. Dinner is not included in concert ticket price and must be purchased separately. Visit our website for more information and a link to order dinner ticket.Ruby Cello Sponsors: Anonymous

Saturday, March 7 Ranky Tanky ................................................. $45 | $30*8:00 pm, MMCC AuditoriumGullah music of the Carolina Coast. 2020 Grammy nominated - Ranky Tanky is comprised of percussion, bass, vocalist, guitar, and trumpet. Charleston, S.C. based quintet performs timeless music of Gullah culture born in the southeastern Sea Island region of the United States.Ruby Cello Sponsors: Jones, Ewing, Dobbs & Tamplin Insurance Services

Saturday, March 28 Valentina ....................................................... $40 | $25*7:00 pm, MMCC AuditoriumClassical. Valentina is at ease with a vast repertoire, ranging from Bach and Mozart to Shostakovitch and Bernstein. Her orchestral repertoire, alone, includes more than 40 concertos. Born in Kiev, Ukraine in 1973 and made NYC debut in 1995.

Emerald Cello Sponsors: Lee Harper & Wayne VasonRuby Cello Sponsors: Sharon & Bill Ross

Friday, April 17 Joe Alterman Trio ....................................................... $45 | $30*7:00 pm, MMCC AuditoriumJazz. “Joe Alterman combines outstanding musical technique with infectious enthusiasm for his work. I’ve seen him fill a room with joy as his skill at the keyboard combines seamlessly with his delightful and appealing onstage personality. Young Alterman is one fine, first-class entertainer.” - Dick CavettRuby Cello Sponsors: Betsy & Steve Briley

Saturday, May 9 Balsam Range ..............................................................$45 | $30*8:00 pm, MMCC AuditoriumBlue Grass. The five original members are all acoustic musicians and singers from western North Carolina. The 2018 International Bluegrass Music Association’s Entertainer of the Year, Balsam Range, has become one of the genre’s most award-winning acts.

Emerald Cello Sponsors: Alla & Charles CampbellRuby Cello Sponsors: Betsy & Sandy Morehouse

* Programs subject to change

Saturday, April 18 Joe Alterman Family Concert ................................................FREE10:00 am Bike Parade, 11:00 am Concert, MMCC Auditorium followed by Ice Cream on the lawnJazz. This concert is for young audiences of all ages. Come experience Joe Alterman’s enthusiastic and delightful performance. The concert will be around 30 mins in length. Preceded by the Bike Parade at 10:30AM and followed by an ice cream social on the MMCC’s lawn.Platinum Cello Sponsors: Karen & Peter Wibell

Sunday, May 31 Christiania Trio............................................................$40 | $25*3:00 pm, Steffen Thomas Museum of ArtClassical. Festival favorites Chris Rex, David Coucheron, and Julie Coucheron return for an intimate concert. Beautiful Steffen Thomas House sets the stage for a perfect afternoon concert.Ruby Cello Sponsors: Libby & Ben Hendricks

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TICKET ORDER FORM

Mail form to: 434 South Main Street, Madison, GA 30650

Order online at WWW.MMCC-ARTS.ORG

Order by phone at (706) 342-4743, (855) 627-0723 toll free

Make checks payable to MMCC and mail with ticket order form to 434 S. Main St., Madison, GA 30650.

Due to changes in credit card law, we cannot accept credit cards through the mail.

Please order online www.mmcc-arts.org or by calling the Center, Tue.-Fri. 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM.

* Denotes Student Ticket Price

Order Tickets Online: www.mmcc-arts.org or Call: (706) 342-4743 | (855) 627-0723 toll free

FEB 14 The Vega Quartet $40 $25

March 7 Ranky Tanky $45 $30

March 28 Valentina $40 $25

April 17 Joe Alterman Trio $45 $30

April 18 Joe Alterman Family Concert free free

May 9 Balsam Range $45 $30

May 31 Christiania $40 $25

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Tuesday, January 28 Preview Party with Joe Alterman..................................6 pm - 8 pm Cocktail Party & Mini-Concert, Mint JulepJazz. Chamber Music Festival Friends will enjoy a festive cocktail party with heavy hors d’oeuvres and an intimate mini-concert with Joe Alterman. A native of Atlanta, GA. “Joe Alterman combines outstanding musical technique with infectious enthusiasm for his work. I’ve seen him fill a room with joy.” - Dick CavettRuby Cello Sponsors: Donna & Ralph Blanchard