Thursday, February 18, 2010
7:00 - 9:30 PM
The Spires (Penthouse of Dr. Richard Meisch)
2001 Holcombe, Houston, TX 77030
Donation of $100 per person (reception);
$125 (reception and Feb. 20 concert) - limited availability
Join the Foundation for Modern Music and the Consulate General of Israel for an intimate reception with the internationally recognized young Israeli composer Avner Dorman, facilitated by KUHF’s Master of Ceremonies Extraordinaire, Dean Dalton. Enjoy performances, hors d'oeuvres, and a fascinating chat with Avner in his first visit to Texas.
Saturday, February 20, 2010
8:00 PM
Kaplan Theatre
I.W. Marks Theatre Center
Jewish Community Center of Houston
5601 S. Braeswood, Houston, TX 77096
$30 (General); $25 (JCC Members)
FMM celebrates the visit of the young, internationally renowned Israeli-American composer Avner Dorman and the release of his new Naxos CD by presenting an orchestral selection along with other works from his repertoire. Conceived and conducted by our resident conductor, Nicholas Leh Baker, this program is a collaborative effort between the Consulate General of Israel, the Jewish Community Center and FMM. Also performing will be FMM’s Associate Artistic Director, Paul Boyd, and Artistic Director, Raúl Orlando Edwards, as well as Alison Greene, John Hendrickson, Melissa Suhr, Brittany Henry, and Adam Wolfe. Dorman will also speak about his work and sign copies of his CD at a reception following the concert.
