Music for 'children of all ages' will kick off Constella Festival showcase Oct. 15-17
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As The Constella Festival enters its four year, we’re continuing to evolve and adapt, with new approaches to programs and more digital projects.
But our core mission remains the same “to enrich local audiences by introducing them, in intimate venues to performers, artists and music of which some may not have been previously aware."
So it was appropriate that last year audiences totaling 4,000 at 20 events and 15 venues saw several world premieres and a diverse array of musicians and artists from our community and around the world.
Times, tastes and the way information is delivered keeps changing – so while our core mission remains the same, Constella will be focusing on these areas as well:
Thinking big!: In the past few years, Constella has grown faster than we ever could have anticipated. With your help, we have presented renowned musicians and artists from around the world, sold out concert halls, and featured over 50 Cincinnati and world premieres ranging from jazz to dance, and chamber music to digital art.
The overwhelming support from you and our artists has given us the confidence to start thinking bigger. How do we harness our growth and make our mark on a national level? What can we do to connect more people with experiences that can change their lives? The arts and culture organizations that are thriving in today’s fast-paced, digitally driven society realize the value of relevant, contemporary online content.
Digital: Constella is branching out connect a broader audience with the music we love, by creating and distributing high quality digital content. While there’s no question that younger audiences are difficult to attract to live events (in the 1930’s the average age at orchestra concerts was in the high-20s, now it’s in the 50s) they will engage if offered high quality, interesting music on digital platforms.
Children’s programming and enrichment: Schools are cutting back programs, but experiencing the world of arts and music is important for children. Constella continues to bring enrichment programs to schools and community centers in Greater Cincinnati.
So it’s appropriate that a program for “children of all ages” will be featured at our up October 15th-17th performance showcase, in which the Constella April 2015 festival lineup will be announced.
CONSTELLA SHOWCASE
Constella Showcase will kick off Oct. 15 with a one-of-a-kind workshop with Aleksey Igudesman and Hyung-ki Joo, an internationally popular duo who designed the workshop "8-to-88" for anyone who wants to broaden their musical horizons and challenge their creative limits in a fun and engaging manner. Non-musicians are welcome to participate as audience members.
This workshop is generously supported by The Mayerson Artistic Excellence Program. Free entrance but registration is required.
IGUDESMAN & JOO: 8 TO 88 MUSICAL EDUCATION FOR CHILDREN OF ALL AGES When: Wednesday, October 15th at 6 pm Where: SCPA's Mayerson Theater, 108 W Central Pkwy, Cincinnati
CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS TO THE FREE OCTOBER 15 EVENT
CLICK TO VIEW A VIDEO OF IGUDESMAN AND JOO
And...the following night, please join us for:
AN EVENING WITH IGUDESMAN & JOO When: Thursday, October 16th at 8 pm Where: SCPA's Mayerson Theater, 108 W Central Pkwy, Cincinnati,
Constella will present “An Evening with Igudesman and Joo” featuring all new material from their latest show. The internet sensations have generated over 35 million YouTube hits with their hilarious touring acts and videos.
CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS
(Purchasing tickets is recommended in advance as this show is anticipated to sell out.)
The showcase will wrap up with the announcement of the complete April 2015 Constella Festival lineup:
2015 CONSTELLA FESTIVAL LINEUP ANNOUNCEMENT
When: Friday, October 17th at 8pm Where: 21C Museum Hotel Cincinnati, 609 Walnut St, Cincinnati.
The showcase will wrap with the announcement of the complete April 2015 Constella Festival lineup. Throughout the evening, there will be a screening of select digital works including several music videos and a sneak peek of a feature film. Among the screened projects will be Vitali Variations, featuring Constella founder Tatiana Berman, and a premiere of the first ever music video by Grammy Award winning group Roomful of Teeth.
Constella produced the music videos as part of its recent digital campaign efforts. Selected scenes from the documentary feature film, Maestro, www.MaestroMovie.com, starring Paavo Jarvi, Joshua Bell, Hilary Hahn, Lang Lang, and Pekka Kuusisto will also be screened. Free entrance but registration is required
DIGITAL: New ways to reach new audiences
On the digital front, Constella founder Tatiana Berman is looking forward to developing a series of Constella-produced music videos.
“We are confident this content will increase our ticket sales and fan base, market our festival on an international level, and put us on a path towards self-sustainability,” Tatiana said. She hopes Constella supporters will spread the word by posting on their social media timelines and email the link to friends and family.
“The momentum is necessary to to take us to the next level is only possible with your support.”
Constella’s next music video project will begin shooting in August, featuring the Grammy award winning group Roomful of Teeth. Additionally, we will be releasing digital content frequently, both old and new, so be sure to follow us on social media. Please visit our new website for more information.
Thank you for your support...and see you at the festival showcase!
All proceeds from our digital campaigns go directly to Constella, so please show your support by sharing Vitali Variations and clicking on the links to download the single on iTunes, Google Play and Amazon.
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