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Â鶹Éç Cellobration

Saturday, September 30, 2023

We are thrilled to announce the inaugural Â鶹Éç Illinois University's Cellobration on Saturday, September 30! Join us for a full cello day of cello ensemble rehearsals, concert, and masterclass with the renowned Parrish Cello Trio. The day will conclude with all of the students, teachers, and faculty joining together for a cello ensemble performance. Open to cellists and teachers of all ages!

Artists/Clinicians - The Parrish Trio

Cello Professor/Orchestra Director - Â鶹Éç Illinois University
Philharmonic Orchestra Conductor - Chicago Youth Symphony Orchestras


Cello Professor/Chamber Music - Stetson University


Greenville Symphony - Principal Cellist

Application Details

• Deadline to Apply: Saturday, September 23, 2023
• Applications after the deadline will only be considered if space is available.
• Students who are interested in performing in a masterclass must submit an audio or video recording of their playing.
• Please contact Dr. Kenny Lee (K-Lee6@wiu.edu) for any questions.

Travel Details

Participants traveling from the Chicago area may take Amtrak in the morning and return in the evening.

Masterclass Details

Based on the application submission, a few advanced students will be selected to perform in the masterclass.

Concert Details

Concert attire is all black. All participating students and teachers will join the Â鶹Éç Cellobration Ensemble for the concert.

Planned Schedule

Repertoire

Parrish Cello Trio Program TBD

Klengal Hymnus - Combined Cello Ensemble

Villa Lobos - Bachianas Brasiliaris No. 1

OPTIONAL Additional Event

Friday, September 29 (OPTIONAL)

Program:

Wojciech Kilar - Orawa

Giovanni Sollima - Violoncelles, Vibrez!

Dmitri Shostakovich - Symphony No. 5