The pandemic has caused disruption of some sort in everyone’s life, around the world. Throughout the summer months, we’ve worked around the clock to put together an ambitious two-day Virtual Extravaganza—streaming live this weekend!—in partnership with Portland Piano International as our response to the current state of the performing arts industry and society at large.
One of the biggest artistic challenges of quarantined existence has been virtual collaborative performance. We’ve encountered substantial obstacles in attempting to recreate the synchronization of an in-person performance; alas, we are isolated across the country from each other nearly 3,000 miles apart. Latency caused by transmitting audio over the internet can preclude coordination in real-time. Even with the fastest available internet connections, sophisticated equipment, and a listener’s potential tolerance for the inevitable delays, we have been inspired to seek new creative solutions for this issue, all of which will be on display during this weekend’s performances!
After months of hard work, we are extremely excited to share these unique, interactive events with you! Purchase your ticket for our two-day concert experience now. Join us on August 15 & 16 at 7pm ET / 4pm PT for the magic of live concerts, with all the spontaneity, risk, and connection we cherish. On the docket:
The world premieres of five new Anderson & Roe arrangements
Nearly a dozen brand-new music videos
Live performances of solo and duo piano music
A live appearance by the winner of our Maple Leaf Rag youth competition (featured in our playful three-piano music video)
Gerd Kühr's Corona Meditation performed by over 30 pianists from Portland & beyond
Piano miniatures of Satie narrated live by Portland-based luminaries
The opportunity to title our as-of-yet unnamed composition for multiple pianos based on Balakirev's Islamey
Our mashup up of Rach 2 and "All By Myself"
Trivia competitions
Curated commentary
Each ticket grants access to both performances—use the discount code “lizandgreg2020” for 20% off.
Our mission to make classical music a powerful and relevant force in our society is as important as ever. We could not do this work without the love and support from our inspirational families, friends, and fans. We appreciate all of you beyond words and cannot wait to connect with you in person again. Until then, we’ll connect with you and with each other as closely as the speed of light and the physical distance will allow.
