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Since our founding in 1998, Eight Strings & a Whistle has been performing old and new works composed for the Trio’s unique combination of flute, viola and cello. Our goal for every program is to allow each work to be its own gem, highlighting its unique timbre and color, while creating a whole that is balanced with a beautiful and interesting palette.

We are proud of our success with this approach to programming. In addition to our commissions, we perform original repertoire from the Baroque period and works by established composers from Europe and North and South America dating from the mid-19th through the end of the 20th centuries — a tremendous range in styles!

“You are all such talented musicians. It’s a privilege to see you and hear you perform. One audience member said to me, ‘We’re not stupid. We like being introduced to new music. This was a wonderful program.’ I second that opinion, wholeheartedly!”

Margaret Moulton Manager of Public Relations, The Hudson River Museum

The first performance of a work is an integral part to the curve of completely learning it. The only way to unleash the full potential of any piece is through repeated performances. We believe strongly that new music must live beyond the premiere and are unique in that we make a special point of putting our newest pieces, including our commissions, into our performance rotation, just as a string quartet or a piano trio will repeatedly program traditional works.

Having the privilege of working with many living composers gives us the opportunity to develop a greater understanding of their work, who they are and how the world we live in influences their work. We enjoy sharing these insights with our audience through our Featured Composer interviews, Recordings and Videos.  Our 8SW Composer Competition supports the continued development of chamber music and also encourages the collaborative relationship between composer and performer. Please explore this section and get to know the music we perform and the composers we work with.

october 2023

Greenburgh Public Library Greenburgh Public Library 300 Tarrytown Rd, Elmsford, NY 10523

08oct2:00 pmGreenburgh Public Library2:00 pm Greenburgh Public Library, 300 Tarrytown Rd, Elmsford, NY 10523

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We're looking forward to returning to this very cool and beautiful building, and performing Albert Roussel, Pamela Sklar's Two Journeys and Kyle Soliz's Radiance

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We’re looking forward to returning to this very cool and beautiful building, and performing Albert Roussel, Pamela Sklar’s Two Journeys and Kyle Soliz’s Radiance once again, along with a new work by Jorge Amado! Please come on by if you’re in the area!

Time

(Sunday) 2:00 pm

Location

Greenburgh Public Library

300 Tarrytown Rd, Elmsford, NY 10523

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Premiere of Jorge Amado's Concertino with the UN Symphony Orchestra at Merkin Hall! Merkin Hall 129 West 67th Street

31oct7:30 pmPremiere of Jorge Amado's Concertino with the UN Symphony Orchestra at Merkin Hall!7:30 pm Merkin Hall, 129 West 67th Street

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We are over the moon with excitement to be collaborating with the UN Symphony Orchestra and its Music Director and Conductor, Maestro Predrag Vasić to perform

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We are over the moon with excitement to be collaborating with the UN Symphony Orchestra and its Music Director and Conductor, Maestro Predrag Vasić to perform Jorge Amado’s Concertino for Flute, Viola and Cello and string orchestra.

Jorge Amado, the first 8SW Composer Competition Winner, composed this concertino as a gift to the Trio in 2019. Unfortunately plans to perform it during the 2020-21 season were thwarted by the worldwide pandemic. We are thrilled to have it back on our calendar!

The UN Symphony Orchestra is an international ensemble of musicians who work at the United Nations, as well as other international organizations, agencies, programs and funds located in New York. We are very excited to presenting the premiere of this exciting and fun piece with this ensemble at beautiful Merkin Hall.

The program will include Vladimir Tošić’s Medial 623 (check him out here!) and Brahms’ Symphony No. 3. What a program!  Please join us! To purchase tickets, please visit here.

 

Time

(Tuesday) 7:30 pm

Location

Merkin Hall

129 West 67th Street

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november 2023

Tenri Cultural Institute Tenri Cultural Institute 43A West 13th Street

17nov7:30 pmTenri Cultural Institute7:30 pm Tenri Cultural Institute, 43A West 13th Street

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Our annual concert at the Tenri Cultural Institute will include the works of CPE Bach, Albert Roussel, Claire Polin and our 2022 8SW Composer Competition Winner, Kyle

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Our annual concert at the Tenri Cultural Institute will include the works of CPE Bach, Albert Roussel, Claire Polin and our 2022 8SW Composer Competition Winner, Kyle Soliz. We’ll also be presenting new works by Jorge Amado and Péter Kőszeghy. We are super excited about this program! Stay tuned for ticket info!

Time

(Friday) 7:30 pm

Location

Tenri Cultural Institute

43A West 13th Street

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