Word: violas
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...major, Op. 11, No. 1,” Debussy’s “Première Rapsodie (1910),” Gershwin’s “Rhapsody in Blue for Piano Four-Hand,” and Brahms’ “Viola Quintet in G major, Op. 111.” Sanders Theatre. 7:30 p.m. Tickets available through the Harvard Box Office, (617) 496-2222. $46/37/26/17/8/5. (KAF)On Fire, Gregor Samsa, and Kayo Dot. Making a glorious return to the stage from time away, On Fire will open at 9:15 p.m., followed...
...executives cite huge losses and global competition as their rationale, yet they somehow find millions upon millions of dollars to secure their own salaries, bonuses, pensions and perks. The obscene thing is that bankruptcy judges and Congress allow it. When will we all stand together and say, Enough? CAROLINE VIOLA Kailua, Hawaii...
...second event, John Harbison’s “Concerto for Viola and Orchestra,” was rare on two accounts. First, the composer was present in the audience; and second, the viola is rarely used as a solo instrument. “The traditional concerto is a battle between the soloist and the orchestra,” says Zander, and the viola—unlike its close cousin, the violin—has no chance of victory. With this in mind, Harbison, who plays the viola himself, cut the orchestra’s size significantly. The result...
...example, opens this play about the loss of loved ones and renewal through fresh love with an image of autumnal leaves being swept aside; Edward Atienza's bravura performance as Feste the fool, repeatedly given center stage to emphasize the folly of lovers; and the glowing impersonation of Viola, the girl dressed as a boy who inspires love everywhere, by Seana McKenna. She is young enough for the role but experienced enough to seduce an audience as ably and innocently as her character seduces the nobles of Illyria...
...move back in with her family, and 2) she had survived the worst part. By the third and fourth years, cadets can take some electives, like international relations and cultural anthropology. The subjects were getting more interesting, especially as the academy raced to meet new demands. Vincent Viola, a '77 West Point grad who on 9/11 was chairman of the New York Mercantile Exchange, which stood in the shadow of the Twin Towers, credited his academy training with helping him steer the exchange to a speedy recovery. In gratitude, he donated $2 million in seed money for a Combating Terrorism...