THE GAMPER FESTIVAL OF CONTEMPORARY MUSIC will present the music of our time on July 27, 29 and 30 at 7:30 p.m. in Studzinski Recital Hall. Over its history, the Gamper Festival has celebrated many of the most significant composers such as Milton Babbitt, Luciano Berio, William Bolcom, John Corigliano, George Crumb, and Ralph Shapey as well as new voices at the start of their careers.
Each summer, the Bowdoin International Music Festival brings artist instructors, performers, soloists and pre-professional classical musicians from around the world to Bowdoin College in Brunswick for six weeks of intensive chamber music study, collaboration and performance. Musicians present more than 100 concerts and public educational events each season.
The following is a list of free events.
1. YOUNG ARTIST CONCERTS: The Young Artists Series presents performances in Studzinski Recital Hall by advanced young musicians who come to the festival from conservatories and music schools in more than 25 countries.
2. LIVE STREAMING: With the introduction of #festivaLive, audiences can now live stream festival events on any internet-connected device. Viewers across the globe will join Studzinski audiences to witness performances and Festival Insight lectures.
3. MASTERCLASSES: Masterclasses give the audience a first-hand look into the teaching and learning process that goes into creating music. Honing technical craft, understanding the nuances of musical language and finding personal meaning in music are all part of a great masterclass.
4. “THE MUSIC OF”: “The Music of” series is an opportunity to learn about and experience the creative process of a working composer. These artists will discuss aspects of their music and inspirations for 90 minutes and then accept questions from the audience. This year’s series will feature composers Derek Bermel, Andreia Pinto Correia, Jennifer Higdon, Aaron Kernis, Paola Prestini and Andrew Norman.
5. ALLAN KOZINN AND THE BEATLES: On July 5 at 11 a.m., Allan Kozinn, an American journalist, music critic and teacher will sit down with composer Derek Bermel for a Q&A about the iconic rock band, The Beatles.
6. GAMPER FESTIVAL OF CONTEMPORARY MUSIC: On July 27, 29 and 30 at 7:30 p.m. in Studzinski Recital Hall, the Gamper Festival of Contemporary Music presents the music of our time. Over its history, the Gamper Festival has celebrated many of the most significant composers such as Milton Babbitt, Luciano Berio, William Bolcom, John Corigliano, George Crumb and Ralph Shapey as well as new voices at the start of their careers.
7. STUDIO CLASSES: A studio class is a gathering of an instructor and students for an opportunity to play on stage for their peers. By definition, a studio class is not open to the public, but the festival welcomes community members to enter and observe the class quietly.
8. MUSIC AT THE MUSEUM: On June 29 and July 20 at 11 a.m., in collaboration with the Bowdoin College Museum of Art, the festival will present musicians in the museum’s gallery spaces. Reservations required.
9. GUIDE TO REHEARSING CHAMBER MUSIC: On June 27 at 11 a.m., the festival’s public educational program presents a special event featuring The Ying Quartet demonstrating the chamber music rehearsal process and technique.
10. COMMUNITY CONCERTS: As part of the Community Concert Series, students engage with audiences in non-traditional venues such as care centers, coastal resorts, libraries, community centers and breweries.
For event times and locations, programs, and more information visit bowdoinfestival.org.
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