Temple Beth Am Concert Series
“Sunday Afternoons of Music”
“Sunday Afternoons of Music for Children”

October 20, 1996 at 4:00 PM
Aaron Rosand, Violin
Hugh Sung, Piano
One of the romantic violinists, supreme, a tremendous virtuoso with extraordinary control over bow and fingers. Aaron Rosand’s style is impeccable, artistocratic and elegant. He is one of the great living exponents of Romantic violin music.

December 15, 1996 at 4:00 PM
William De Rosa, Cello
Noreen Cassidy-Polera, Piano
William De Rosa has established himself as one of the leading cellists of his generation. He combines technical assurance and interpretive maturiy with the unassuming conviction of a veteran.

February 9, 1997 at 4:00 PM
Grigory Sokolov, Piano
A pianist of world-class status. His technique, intellectual insight and true feeling totally mesmerizes audiences and earns rave reviews. He displays exceptional pianism. A truly gifter pianist.

March 9, 1997 at 4:00 PM
St. Lawrence String Quartet
Geoff Nuttall, Violin; Barry Shiffman, Violin;
Lesley Robertson, Viola; Marins Hoover, Cello
Few artists hve risen to international prominence as quickly as the St. Lawrence. They capture the heart and imagination of all with their outstanding technique, rich tone and impeccable intonation.

April 13, 1997 at 4:00 PM
Sherrill Milnes, Baritone
Jon Spong, Piano
Sherrill Milnes is universally acclaimes as the foremost operatic baritone and one of the most electrifying performers before the public today. Commanding, powerful and vocally brilliant.

May 18, 1997 at 4:00 PM
Carlo Grante, Piano
A graduate of Rome’s prestigious Santa Cecilia Conservatory and winner of national and international competitions. Carlo Grante receives highest acclaim from both audiences and critics. His technical command is absolute. It strikes in particular his naturalness, which is the nonchalance of the pure-bred virtuoso.

April 27, 1997 at 4:00 PM
Alexander Melnikov, Piano
Alexander Melnikov, the brillian young pianist who made his recital debut last season will be returning. This young virtuoso has a radiance of his own. His playing dazzles with breathtaking poetry. This recital is separate from the series.