2024 – 2025 Concerts (25th season! )

Quynh Nguyen, piano (October 20, 2024)

What a wonderful performance by Quynh Nguyen last Sunday! It was the 2nd concert of Odeon’s 25th season, and was her 8th appearance in the series. She delighted the audience with Beethoven’s Sonata No 30, opus 109; Chopin, Paul Chihara, and Tailleferre selections. Her rhythmic energy is astonishing, and her interpretations are beautiful and authentic. We are grateful that she continues to play for us after she has become recognized internationally as an important artist. Her recent recording of Paul Chihara’s concerto with the London Symphony Orchestra, and solo piano album by composer Germaine Tailleferre are illustrative of her current performances.

Amit Peled, cello & Daniel del Pino, piano (September 22, 2024)

Our opening concert of the 25th season couldn’t be better than this! Amit Peled and Daniel del Pino played an extraordinary concert. Grieg’s sonata in A minor was exquisite. Faure’s Elegie & Papillon, Bruch’ Kol Nidrei were gorgeous. Daniel’s Spanish pieces were powerful and delightful.  Reception afterwards was lovely with wine, CAVA, and delicious food. Enthusiastic audience went home happy with beautiful dahlias from the host’s home garden. Thank you to those who attended the concert. Thank you to all performers and audience who took part in the concert series in the past. We look forward to sharing beautiful moments of classical music many more years to come!

2023 – 2024 Concerts (24th season)

Classical FX Vocal Ensemble (June 16, 2024)

Denise Gulley, soprano; Terri Malone, mezzo soprano Tim Augustin, tenor; Spencer Adamson, baritone; Matthew Joe Minor, Bass-Baritone; and a pianist, Susan Ricci Rogel

Classical FX performed an astonishing concert last Sunday! What a wonderful way to celebrate Father’s Day and close the 24th season! Their program of “A Musical Love Feast” was absolutely stunning! The program started with Puccini’s gorgeous arias, Susan’s beautiful piano solo on Liebeslied/Liszt, soulful spirituals. The second half was delightful Broadway tunes and jazzy love songs. They are true entertainers showing their talent and creative program! Can’t wait to hear them again!

Irina Muresanu (May 5, 2024)

Stunning performance and program by Irina Muresanu yesterday! She took us to the journey of the world through the exquisite solo violin music with her program: “Four Strings Around the World.” The program included works by Enescu, Kreisler, J.S. Bach (Chaconne), and Piazzolla. In addition to her splendid program, it was a joy to hear the World Premier, Dancing Strings by Victoria Bond! Thank you for the delightful journey of music, Irina!

Tatiana R. Mann (April 14, 2024)

Tatiana R. Mann pleased the audience with her beautiful program of music by Beethoven, Schubert, Chopin and Gershwin. She performed with superb technique, and her renditions were exquisite. Thank you for the delightful concert, Tatiana! Thank you for those who attended the concert!

Amit Peled and Seonmi Lee (January 7, 2024)

 

What an astonishing concert to start the year 2024! Amit Peled and Seonmi Lee mesmerized the full house audience throughout the concert! Their program consisted of Fantasy pieces by R. Schumann, Cello sonata by R. Strauss, Celo concerto by R. Schumann, and ended with 5 folk pieces by a Georgian composer Tsintsadze. Their ensemble was superb with great energy and sensitivity. Thank you for the superb program and performance, Amit and Seonmi! Best wishes to your upcoming concerts in S. Korea!

Dancing Heart Ensemble (November 19, 2023)

The Dancing Heart Ensemble (Karen Johnson, flute; Bryan Bourne, trombone; Mariko Hiller, piano) entertained the audience with their program, “Mozart to Milonga” with a unique combination of flute, trombone, and piano. The audience was particularly stunned to hear the expressiveness and sensitivity in trombone solos which blended so well with flute and piano. The first half was music by Mozart and Beethoven. Duette of Mozart opera arias were exquisite. Second half was exciting South American music of Tangos, Milonga, Bossa Nova, Colombian Joropo, by modern composers. They ended their program with ethereal Milonga selection, Piazzolla’s Oblivion. Thank you for the beautiful journey of music, Dancing Heart!

Marianna Prjevalskaya (October 15, 2023)

Marianna Prjevalskaya’s piano recital was superb! Her program consisted of Sonatas by Seixas, Liszt’s Vallee d’Obermann, Scriabin’s selections of etudes and sonata No.3. She captivated the audience’s attention throughout with deep and sensitive musicality, and stunning technique. Thank you, Marianna, for sharing your beautiful world of music with us!

District5 Wind Quintet (September 17, 2023)

We had a great start to the 24th season yesterday with the District5 Wind Quintet! The group mesmerized the audience with their virtuosity and beautiful repertoires. Their selections included music by Berlioz, Glinka, Klughardt, Schuller, and Strozzi.

2022 – 2023 Concerts (23rd season)

Carmina & Illuminare (Early Music Vocal  Ensemble and instrumentalists) (May 21, 2023)

Carmina and Illuminare (Early Music Vocal Ensemble) and instrumentalists led by Vera Kochanowsky mesmerized the full house audience yesterday. The program for this concert was titled “A Grand Finale” as Vera retired after 25 years of leadership with these superb choral groups. The program consisted of some of their favorite music from the past 25 years including composers such as Monteverdi, Buxtehude, Janequin, and Brahms. Thank you to Vera for your devotion in sharing early music with this community. You will be missed very much. Live-streamed video is available for viewing at: here  

Makoto Nakura (April 23, 2023)

Makoto mesmerized the audience entirely again! His program of suites by J.S. Bach, petite suite by T. Tanabe, D. Partita for marimba and piano (with Mariko Hiller on piano) by Conte, Variation on a Bach Chorale by B. Boyle, and Ever Green by S Kawabe, each of them was gorgeous music, and played with such precision and artistry.  You can view the live-streamed video at: here

Rachel Naomi Kudo (March 26, 2023)

 

Rachel Naomi Kudo mesmerized the audience with the beautiful performance of the All-Bach program! Her program consisted of Bach’s cherished compositions including Chromatic Fantasy & Fugue, French Suite, Choral Preludes, Toccatas, and Italian Concerto. She performed with precision, grace, and energy, which took us to the spiritual journey of Bach’s world. It’s the concert to remember for a long time. Thank you, Rachel! We can’t wait to hear your performance again!

Kostov-Du Duo (January 8, 2023)

Splendid concert performed by Lachezar Kostov, cellist and Wan-Chi Su, pianist last Sunday! Their selections of Schubert’s Arpeggione Sonata, Schumann cello concerto, Franck’s sonata for violin and piano arranged for cello, and Martinu’s Variations on a theme by Rossini were all delightful and were played expressively and colorfully. Wonderful way to start the new year with such a tremendous performance! Wishing you all the best in the new year!

Daniel del Pino (November 20, 2022)   

What an astonishing concert! Daniel del Pino mesmerized the audience with entire sets of “Iberia” by Albeniz last Sunday. With his incredible artistry and technique, his music took us to the wonderful journey in Spain. We can’t wait to hear you play again, Daniel!

“Essentially Gershwin” (October 2, 2022)

Alisha Coleman, clarinet; Rachel Franklin, piano; and Mariko Hiller, piano played a vibrant performance for the full house audience to kick off the 2022 – 2023 season! Alisha’s solos on Debussy “Première Rhapsodie” and Gershwin’s preludes were fantastic. Rachel and Mariko mesmerized the audience with  Gershwin’s Concerto in F with great spirit.  “A Medley Tribute to Chick Corea” was well received by the audience. Audience participated clapping hands during Chick’s famous piece,  “Spain” enthusiastically!  

2021-2022 Concerts

Classical FX Vocal Ensemble (June 19, 2022)

What a marvelous closer of our 22nd season! Classical FX delighted the almost full house audience with brilliant program and superb performance! Program started with memorable opera arias, then collections of spirituals to reflect the Juneteenth, ended the first half with Brahms’ exquisite work, selections of Liebeslieder Waltzes. Second half started with lovely songs tribute to S. Sondheim and ended the program with jazzy arrangements of songs celebrating summer. Audience was engaged to the performance throughout with enthusiasm. They all stood up, moved, clapped hands for their encore of Aquarius from Hair! Our event ended with wine & cheese reception in the courtyard enjoying the beautiful weather.

Sara Daneshpour (June 5, 2022)

  

Sara Daneshpour’s piano recital on Sunday, June 5th was astonishing! Her program consisted of all Chopin Etudes and selected works by Ligeti, two of the most demanding and fascinating piano repertoires. Ms. Daneshpour performed with profound artistry and dazzling technique. She totally captivated audience’ attention throughout. What a great opportunity it was to hear this incredible artist in such intimate settings!

Trio Peridot (May 1, 2022)

Trio Perdot entertained us with energetic and exquisite performance with stunning ensemble. The program included Haydn trio in A major, works by Nabors and Tailleferre, and Dvořák’s  monumental work, F minor trio.

Beau Soir Ensemble (January 23, 2022)

What a lovely afternoon of beautiful performance by the Beau Soir Ensemble! The program included works by Glinka, Rameau, Debussy, E. Angulo, and B. Babcock.  Debussy’s sonata was especially mesmerizing.

Tekalli Duo (November 21, 2021)

 

What a joy having an “in person” indoor concert for the first time since February 2020! Tekalli Duo (Suliman Tekalli, violin & Jamila Tekalli Hanner, piano) has mesmerized the audience with their brilliant performance of Franck’s sonata, “China Gates” by J. Adams, Suite for violin & piano by Still, Bill Evans’ Waltz for Debby arranged by S. Tekalli, and West Side Story Suite arranged by S. Tekalli. This event was also live streamed. It was the very first live streamed concert of Odeon which was enjoyed by performers family and friends who live far, as well as Odeon fans. You can check out the concert here:

2020 – 2021 Concert

String Quartet with NSO Musicians (May 2, 2021)

   

Since the Pandemic lockdown in March 2020, Odeon closed the door for a long time.  We hosted this concert outdoors in the church courtyard.  The concert was presented by musicians of the National Symphony Orchestra; Joel Fuller, Derek Powell, violins; Mahoko Eguchi, viola; and Rachel Young, cello. The weather was gorgeous so as the music of Janáček and Beethoven, and the performance! Many audience said that this is the first live concert they attended after the pandemic started! It truly was a very special afternoon!

2019 – 2020 Concerts

Alon Goldstein (February 23, 2020)

Astonishing performance by Alon Goldstein!  Audience were mesmerized by his beautiful tones, rhythmic energy, and artistry. His program was exquisite with Bach’s Overture in French Style in B minor, Beethoven’s Moonlight sonata, selected pieces of Schubert’s impromptus and Debussy’s preludes, and Ginastera’s Argentinean Dances. Thank you Alon for sharing your beautiful world of music!

 Vyacheslav Gryaznov (January 12, 2020)

  

Vyacheslav Gryaznov totally mesmerized the audience yesterday. He opened his program with his beautiful transcription of Grieg’s selections from Peer Gynt. Bach’s English Suite No.2 was remarkable, Debussy’s Suite Bergamasque was lyrical and gorgeous; and Liszt’s Mephisto Waltz was phenomenal. He also treated us with 3 encores of music by Rachmaninoff and Chopin. He not only saved us from canceled concert, he brought tremendous joy to the audience. We can’t thank you enough, Slava!

Washington Saxophone Quartet (November 17, 2019)

Fantastic performance by the Washington Saxophone Quartet last night! Their superb ensemble, virtuosity, and delightful repertoire entertained the audience entirely. It is also enjoyable to hear commentary by WETA broadcaster, Rich Kleinfeldt.

Rachel Naomi Kudo (October 30, 2019)

It was an astonishing performance and program by Rachel Naomi Kudo last Sunday! Her brilliant technique and artistry took our audience on a wonderful journey of music. Beethoven’s Diabelli variations were especially incredible! This master work, almost an hour long, is rarely played; so to hear it performed was an fantastic treat. What an opportunity to be able to hear this music by such a remarkable pianist! Thank you, Rachel!

Daniel del Pino, pianist (September 29, 2019)

 

Bravo to Daniel del Pino for his dazzling performance of Albeniz and Liszt! His artistry and brilliant technique was just stunning! Daniel provided a remarkable opening for Odeon’s 20th season and we thanked him with a roaring standing ovation. Daniel is one of our favorite pianists, and has performed for Odeon many times. The Champagne Reception was very enjoyable with an appreciative and friendly audience. We look forward to more time together with other wonderful musicians and music admirers this season!

2018 – 2019 Concerts

Classical FX Vocal Quartet (June 2, 2019)

 

What a marvelous performance by the Classical FX vocal quartet and their instrumentalists! From Opera, Broadway, Spirituals, to 20th century American standards, their repertoire is versatile. When celebrating the 50th anniversary of Woodstock, their harmonies brought a nostalgic tear to the audience. FX entertained us with superb ensembles and operatic acting that delivered almost as much emotional impact as their voices. If you missed this, don’t miss when they are back next time!

Sara Daneshpour (April 28, 2019)

 

Sara Daneshpour evoked the piano with sounds nobody has ever heard before. She completely astonished the audience with her virtuosity and artistry. Her performance on works by J.S. Bach, Haydn, Chopin, Rachmaninoff, Tchaikovsky were beyond stunning. Her Prokofiev’ Sonata No. 8 took everyone’s breath away. What a treat it was to hear her in this intimate venue!

Flutes Fatale (March 3, 2019)

Outstanding concert by Flutes Fatale last Sunday! They absolutely mesmerized the audience with their polished ensemble and enjoyable repertoires! It was fascinating to hear variety of styles of music; classical, African, Gaelic, and jazz, all composed by women. It was also a wonderful opportunity to hear all common flute family; piccolo, C flute, alto flute, bass flute! Bravo to Karen Johnsonfor organizing such stunning concert!

SONOS (February 3, 2019)

SONOS fascinated the audience with their entertaining program and superb performance of “Paris:The Crazy Years”. The program included works by Debussy, Ravel, Satie, T. Monk, Stravinsky, C. Porter, and Gershwin. Their witty and informative comments also grabbed audience’ attention.

Makoto Nakura (November 11, 2018)

Makoto’s profound and beautiful interpretation of selections of J.S. Bach and other works took audience to wonderful journey of music. Benjamin Boyle’s composition; “Variations on a Bach Chorale for solo marimba” is truly a masterpiece.  His final selection of “Suite from West Side Story” with Mariko Hiller, piano, was also splendid. This is Makoto’s 5th appearance with the Odeon. We look forward to his another concert very soon!

Marianna Prjevalskaya (September 30, 2018)

 

 Marianna Prjevalskaya mesmerized the audience with her poetic and artistic performance of Debussy’s complete preludes.  Her encores of Chopin’s Mazurkas also touched everyone’s heart. We already can’t wait to hear her again!

Amit Peled & Noreen Polera (September 9, 2018)

 

Amazing opening concert of Odeon’s 19th season with full house audience with gorgeous music and performance! Amit Peled and Noreen Polera mesmerized the audience with all Brahms program. Pablo Casals’ cello filled the hall with such rich and beautiful sound. Amit & Noreen’s artistry was breathtaking.

2017 – 2018 Concerts

Vivaldi Project (May 6, 2018)

 

What a delightful performance brought by the Vivaldi Project strings ensemble! Anne Trout’s newly restored 5-strng “Delmas’ Maggini” bass was fascinating. Their ensemble was superb. We enjoyed their selections of baroque and classical repertoires such as J.S. Bach, Dragonetti, Veracini, Stradella, Rameau, and Eccles. This concert concluded our 18th season of the Odeon Chamber Music Series. Thank you to all performers and audience who brought memorable time.

Alon Goldstein piano recital (April 8, 2018)

Alon Goldstein totally mesmerized the audience again! Beautiful playing and interpretation on Scarlatti Sonatas, Schubert’ magnificent “Wanderer”, Liszt’s “Paraphrase on Miserere” and Debussy selections. His short demonstration on Scarlatti’s Sonata on harpsichord fascinated the audience as well.

Kostov & Valkov Duo (February 11, 2018)

Bravo to Kostov Valkov Duo! They mesmerized the audience with their strong ensemble, profound artistry and virtuosity with their beautiful selections of Schubert, Rossini, Boccherini, and Beethoven. Thank you for sharing your deep musical inspiration with us!

Mixed Company (flute, basson & harp trio)  (January 21, 2018)

 

Mixed Company, Carole Bean, flute; Maude Fish, bassoon, and Michell Lundy, harp,  presented a wonderful concert with exquisite program of Debussy, Piazolla, 16th Century Italian Lute pieces, and more. Audience was mesmerized with this unique combination of ensemble and beautiful performance.

Last Stand Quartet with Efi Hackmay, piano (November 12, 2017)

 

Last Stand Quartet, Alexandra Osborne, violin; Mahoko Eguchi, viola, and Rachel Young, cello; and their special guest, Efi Hackmay, piano mesmerized the Odeon audience with their superb performance with their beautiful program of F minor piano trio by Dvorak, Libertango by Piazolla, and Piano Quartet in G minor by Mozart.  Thank you for the beautiful music!

Marianna Prjevalskaya, pianist (October 15, 2017)

Bravo and thank you to Marianna Prjevalskaya for her artistic and passionate performance yesterday with her beautiful program on Chopin, Beethoven, Brahms and Debussy. Audience was totally mesmerized! Sejoon, we wish you a quick recovery from your injury. Thank you again for Marianna for step in with such a short notice. We look forward to hearing you again soon!

Spirito Piano Duo (September 17, 2017)

Mariko Hiller & Victoria Wyatt; pianists

Wonderful opener of the Odeon’s 18th season! Spirito Piano Duo pleased the full house audience with spirited performance and beautiful selections. “Symphonic Dances from the West Side Story” especially moved the audience.

2016 – 2017 Concerts

Rachel Naomi Kudo, pianist (May 14, 2017)

 

Rachel, thank you for the wonderful closer of the season! Rachel Kudo delighted the audience with her stunning technique and superb interpretation of music with her program of J.S. Bach’ French Overture BWV831, Barber’s Sonata Op.26, and Beethoven’s Sonata No.18 and magnificent Sonata No.32 and more.

Tekalli Duo (April 30, 2017)

Suliman Tekalli, violin & Jamila Tekalli, piano

 

Bravo to Tekalli Duo! Beautiful program of Mozart, Prokofiev, Esmail, Debussy, Granados, and Ravel; and stunning ensemble and artistry! Thank you for your inspiration!

A Concert of Harmony : American Music to Inspire (April 2, 2017)

What a celebration of souls of America with full house audience! The concert will open with our local bluegrass band, Quantum String Therapy with bluegrass standards and bluegrass gospel.  Audience was fascinated with a “History of Jazz” performed by  jazz pianist, Wade Beach. His dazzling fingers astonished the audience. Dancing Heart Ensemble (flute, trombone and piano) presented beautiful music by American composer, Ewazen and Copland.  Concert closed with a beautiful harmony of “American Songs” by the Classical FX vocal ensemble. Thank you to the performers for sharing your gift of music and time.  

Dancing Heart (February 12, 2017)

Dancing Heart Ensemble captivated the audience with their delightful program titled “Bach’n’Roll, a Tribute to J. Reilly Lewis.”

Classical FX (January 22, 2017)

What a delightful afternoon of music! From exquisite opera arias to American folk songs and Broadway, their beautiful voices and wonderful selections of music mesmerized the audience throughout the concert!

Sara Daneshpour (November 13, 2016)

 Absolutely astonishing performance by Sara Daneshpour this afternoon! Her interpretation on each work, Rameau, Ravel, Chopin, Rachmaninoff, was so precise and beautiful. Sara, thank you for sharing your artistry!

 

Washington Saxophone Quartet (October 16, 2016)

 

Fabulous performance by the Washington Saxophone Quartet last Sunday! What a great program and superb performance. We loved every selections!

Attacca Quartet (September 25, 2016)

Incredible afternoon of great music of Beethoven and amazing performance! Their artistry, passion, and technique mesmerized the audience completely.  Thank you for the fabulous opening of the 2016-17 season of the series, Attacca Quartet!

From 2015 – 2016 Concert:

Illuminare with Atsuko Watanabe (harpsichordist) (May 22, 2016)

 

Early music women’t vocal ensembler, Illuminare, and Japanese harpsichordist Atsuko Watanabe presented music brimming with the passion and energy of the early seventeenth century.  Illuminare’s beautiful singing and Atsuko Watanabe’s exquisite harpsichord playing mesmerized the full-house audience. We also had a great time at the Champagne Reception to celebrate the end of Odeon’s 2015 – 2016 season.

Quynh Nguyen, pianist (April 10, 2016)

Quynh surely astonished the audience with her brilliant and artistic performance!  We also enjoyed the beautiful program on Haydn, Beethoven, and Chopin.

The Tempest Trio (January 30, 2016)

 

The Tempest Trio fascinated the audience with their magnificent performance on Saturday afternoon. Both Bernstein and Dvorak trios were dramatic and artistic, and their individual solo pieces were engaging and masterful. What a pleasure to hear such world class performance in this intimate setting!

Emma Resmini, flute & Bora Lee, piano (January 10, 2016)

 

Bravo to Emma and Bora! What a marvelous performance and delightful program! They both showed their virtuosity and artistry, and mesmerized the audience. It was also wonderful to hear the World Premiere by Dutch composer René Samson, who was in attendance, It was a very special concert to start the New Year with full of splendid newer compositions!

Makoto Nakura, marimba (November 15, 2015)

Makoto did it again! He astonished the audience with his artistry, technique, and energy. He is truly a dedicated musician and inspiration. We already can’t wait for his come back.

 

Peter Takács, piano (October 25, 2015)

Peter Takács delivered an astonishing All-Beethoven program.  It wove colors and emotion with a technique that Beethoven would have been very happy with.  After performing the monumental Waldstein Sonata with such grace and energy, he continued to pleased the audience with two beautiful encores.

  

Daniel del Pino, piano (September 27, 2015)

What an incredible opener for Odeon’s 16th season! Daniel played his program of Mendelssohn, Franck, and Chopin with such exquisite rendition. We also enjoyed the Champagne reception to celebrate the opening of the new season. Thank you for those who attended the concert. Thank you for those who made contribution to help run the series.

From 2014 – 2015 Concerts:

Attacca Quartet (May 17, 2015)

Wow, just wow! It couldn’t be a better concert to end our 15th season of Odeon Chamber Music Series. Attacca Quartet dazed the audience with their precision, energy, musicality and tight ensemble. Program of works by Haydn, John Adams and Grieg was just gorgeous! Thank you for sharing your musical gift, Attacca Quartet!

 

Alon Goldstein, piano (May 10, 2015)

Alon Goldstein astonished the Odeon audience with his artistic vision of music and stunning virtuosity.  His insightful explanation of music with humorous comments provided an intimate connection to the audience .  His beautiful program consisted of music by Liszt, Dorman, Ginastera, and Piano Sonata in C minor by Schubert mesmerized the audience.

 

The Washington Saxophone Quartet (February 8, 2015)

Fabulous performance by Washington Saxophone Quartet this afternoon! Audience loved the wide variety of program, great musicality, sensitive voicing, and beautiful harmony. Rich Kleinfeldt’s historical prospective and witty commentary on each piece also enriched the performance.

 

Ismar Gomes, cello & Wan-Chi Su, piano (January 11, 2015)

Bravo to Ismar and Wan-Chi for beautiful performance of music by Schumann, Britten, Beethoven and Brahms! Couldn’t be a better way to start 2015 concerts.

 

Tekalli Duo, Sulliman & Jamila Tekalli (November 16, 2014)

The Tekalli Duo left Odeon’s audience astonished with their interpretations and performance yesterday. The short 45-60 second introduction to each number set the audience’s expectation for the emotional tone, allowing the power of the music to amplify and tweak the subtleties of the experience. Not a motion, word, note, or second was wasted; bringing the experience to life for us. They performed as if they were one being, facial expressions at times so identical that one knew they were living the same moment.

 

Classical FX, Vocal Quartet (October 26, 2014)