Loewenheim is currently the Head of Strings, Professor of Cello and Conductor of the University Orchestra at CSUF; Bransby served as principal double bass with the Los Angeles Philharmonic under Zubin Mehta, Carolo Maria Giullini and Andre Previn; Maltinski is the Isaac Stern Chair of the San Francisco Symphony Orchestra; Perry is a performer in festivals throughout the United States; Toren-Immerman serves as Concertmaster for the Mozart Classical Orchestra and Assistant Concertmaster for the Chamber Orchestra of South Bay; Wilson is Principal Violist of the Los Angeles Philharmonic.
Part of the Fresno State Centennial celebration, CSU Summer Arts is celebrating its 25th season and its 12th season at Fresno State. Directed by Jim Spalding, the Summer Arts programs is bringing over 40 public events to this area. Some of the best artists from throughout the world are in residence at Summer Arts, sharing their art and skills. Epic Ensembles will make another concert appearance on Monday, July 19.
The Summer Arts Season ends on July 23, 2010.
For hours and more information, call 441-0067.
Fresno and Clovis REALTORS, Ken and Carol Maul, recently enjoyed Chinese Chicken Salad at Central Java in Piccadilly Square at Shaw and Van Ness in Fresno.
Recently opened by sisters, Heidi Berg Breshears and Susan Berg-Flores, Central Java offers breakfast and lunch menu items — many of which are home made using old family recipes.
Central Java is located at 2225 W. Shaw (next to Pardini’s), and they can be reached at 222-8260. They also own another Central Java at 7280 W. Remington in Palm Bluffs — in front of Jones Cleaners.
Check out Central Java for new menu items and free Wi-Fi!!!
Fresno and Clovis REALTORS, Ken and Carol Maul, were privileged to attend the Youth Orchestras of Fresno concert at the Paul Shaghoian Concert Hall on the Clovis North Campus of the Clovis Unified School District.
Under the director of Thomas Loewenheim, conductor, the 101 musicians in the Youth Philharmonic Orchestra performed the Violin Concerto in D Major by Brahms with Ukrainian-born Israeli violinist Vadim Gluzman. Also presented was Shostakovich’s Symphony No. 12 in D Minor.
The Youth Philharmonic Orchestra will perform the Shastakovich Twelfth Symphony again in Los Angeles on June 16. There they will be playing at the Orchestra Festival at the Walt Disney Concert Hall.
Youth Orchestras of Fresno is comprised of musicians from over 50 elementary, middle and high schools, as well as local colleges. It was established in 1950 as an all-city ensemble. Today it is an independent nonprofit serving youth throughout California’s Central Valley. Over 200 students participate in the three orchestras: The Youth Chamber Orchestra, the Youth Symphony Orchestra and the Youth Philharmonic Orchestra. The participants range in age from 6 to 19 and come from 15 cities.
Auditions for the orchestras are scheduled for August 28 and 29 and September 4 and 5 of this year. Programs are scheduled for 2010 and 2011. For more information and concert dates see Youth Orchestras of Fresno.
Looking for a new 4 legged friend? Better hot foot it over to Super Adoption 2010 held on 5/15/10 till 4:00 at CSUF’s O’Neill Park. 600 dogs & cats just waiting for a loving home. This is a joint effort of animal shelters in Fresno, Madera, Tulare & Kings counties. Check out the Valley Animal Coalition’s web site for info on adopting a pet any day of the year.
Under the direction of Roy L. Klassen, D.M.A., who is retiring at the end of this semester, the concert featured the Fresno Pacific University Concert Choir and the San Joaquin Chorale, an auditioned choir that is affiliated with Fresno Pacific. After a light supper, the second piece performed was Brahms’ Requiem accompanied by a 50-piece orchestra.
Soloists for Elijah were Marc McAlexander, Aaron Bryan, Krista Moore, Melinda Ramos and Heidi Webb. Accompanist was Kevin Memley.
Klassen joined the faculty at Fresno Pacific University in 1977 and has been the conductor of the Concert Choir, as well as the Pacific Chamber Singers. He also taught voice and conducting. He will continue to direct the San Joaquin Chorale and will be taking a choir to Australia and New Zealand in June.
Best wishes to Roy Klassen and thanks for his contributions to the music community of Fresno for over 30 years!!
The weather and the gardens were picture perfect at this year’s Master Gardener’s Tour in Fresno. Five stunning gardens were open for viewing.
Check the Fresno Master Gardener’s web site for a list of up coming gardening classes in our area. You too can develop a green thumb
Flyball Dogs, originally uploaded by Donna Waddell-Solis
Flyball is a sport with two head-to-head relay teams comprised of four dogs. Dogs race down a course leaping hurdles and hit a spring to release a tennis ball before racing back. You can see a few more of the tourney’s doggy athletes pictured here.
The action was so fast that this Fresno Realtor® has no idea who was winning. But whether you know the score or not, this is a fun event for any dog-lover to watch.
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