Avant Garden Party

Come enjoy the refreshing flows of joyous music and savory gourmet concoctions amid breathtaking blooms and extraordinary company. Santa Cruz' premiere chanteuse, Lori Rivera is back! Her performance at last year's AGP was a sensation and for this show Lori will be singing entirely in Portuguese! Lori Rivera, and saxophone sensation, Paul Contos team up with fellow Santa Cruzans, bassist Stan Poplin, guitarist Bob Basa, and percussionist Steve Robertson for an all-Brazilian show with a homegrown flavor. The Singing Wood Marimba Ensemble’s dance-infectious Shona music of Zimbabwe brightens the afternoon with choruses of marimbas and shakers. The Ariose Singers, a resident treasure of recent NMW seasons, will perform American Choral Music. Flutist, Teresa Orozco-Petersen will unveil a gem by the late Lou Harrison. One of Lou's many "gift" pieces, composed for friends and family members. The score has been generously provided by UCSC Special Collections. Santa Cruz’ most recognized classical guitarist, Kenneth Hill, plays a “made in the U.S.A” program, including the premiere his new work, There and Gone. Kung-fu Style Tea Pouring will be offered by Rivera Sun, of Chaikhana Tea Culture, in a peaceful nook of the garden. Chefs India Jozseph Schultz and David Jackman (Chocolate / Backstage Lounge) will bring their celebrated culinary flare to the day. Cost of admission includes food, served throughout the day. Bargain Premium Wine, Beer and Champagne featuring Salamandre Wine Cellars, Silver Mountain Vineyards & Santa Cruz Mountain Brewing. Cinch deals of the new century at The Silent Auction. Experience why the Avant Garden Party is called “Santa Cruz’ best kept secret of the summer”.



Ariose Singers Singing Wood Ensemble Paul Contos Lori Rivera Stan Poplin

Kenneth Hill– There and Gone (2010) (world premiere) {Kenneth Hill, solo guitar}
Andrew York– King Lotvin (1996) {Kenneth Hill, solo guitar}
James Kline– Morning Coffee {Kenneth Hill, solo guitar}
Lou Harrison (1917-2003)– Saraband, or a new toy from Mr. Charlip (1951) {Teresa Orozco-Petersen, solo flute}
Jobim, Guinga, and other Brazilian composers– choros and chorinhos {guitar, double bass, voice, percussion}
Ross Lee Finney (1906-1997, US)– All-circling point, from Spherical Madrigals (1947) {The Ariose Singers, choir}
William Hawley (b. 1950, US) – Ore, fermate il volo, from Six Madrigals (1986), {The Ariose Singers, choir}
John Seales– We Are Trees (A Transcription in Imaginary Ethnomusicology) (2010) {The Ariose Singers, choir}
Irving Fine (1914-1962, US)– O do not wanton with those eyes, from The Hour Glass (1949) {The Ariose Singers, choir}
Irving Fine (1914-1962, US)– O know to end as to begin, from The Hour Glass (1949) {The Ariose Singers, choir}
The Singing Wood Ensemble– dance rhythms of Zimbabwe’s Shona music

Getting There:

Sunday, June 6, 2010 • 3-7pm at The Garden, 2701 Monterey Ave., Soquel


Getting In:

Price of Admission: General- $40; Senior - $35; Student - $30
Ticket prices are inclusive of service charges.

Online: www.SantaCruzTickets.com
By Phone: UCSC Ticket Office 831.459.2159 — Civic Auditorium Box Office 831.420.5260
In Person: UCSC Ticket Office, @ the Performing Arts Center
Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium at 307 Church Street




New Music Works 2009-2010 Season is supported by funding from the Community Foundation of Santa Cruz County, Cultural Council of Santa Cruz County, and the Ann & Gorden Getty Foundation