Event Archive
MAY 2011
7, 11, 13, 14, 18, 20, 21 at 7:30 p.m.
8, 15 at 2:00 p.m.
The Magic Flute at Seattle Opera
McCaw Hall, Seattle, WA
Jonathan's
second mainstage role at Seattle Opera is as the 2nd Armed Man in The
Magic Flute. He has had the pleasure of working with several of the
other singers in the cast, though, so this will be a show that is not to
be missed!
APRIL 20111 at 8:00 p.m.
La Traviata at Toledo Opera
Toledo, OH
Jonathan sings the role of the Marquis d'Obigny for Toledo Opera.
http://www.toledoopera.org/operas/latraviata/index.html
29-30
State Solo Ensemble Contest
Ellensburg, WA
Sarah
again has the pleasure of accompanying several of her district winners
and alternates at the state competition. If you need an accompanist in
Ellensburg as well, call or send Sarah an email!
MARCH 2011
4, 5 at 7:30 p.m.
La Bohème with Bellevue Opera
Meydenbauer Center, Bellevue, WA
Jonathan performs the role of Colline a second time in a Bellevue Opera production of La Bohème.
Colline is one of four semi-bachelor/artist bohemians living together
in a sparse parisian apartment. He is the poet of the bunch, and sings a
familiar "Coat Aria" near the end of the opera. You may also recognize
the story: the musical Rent is a modern adaptation of this famous opera.
Bellevue Opera's website has additional details:
http://bellevueopera.org/boheme.html
FEBRUARY 2011
4 at 7:00 p.m. in Bellevue, WA
6 at 5:00 p.m. in Seattle, WA
12 at ~4:00 p.m. in Friday Harbor, WA
Lakmé with Puget Sound Concert Opera
Performances in Bellevue, Seattle, and Friday Harbor
Jonathan performs the role of Nilakantha in Lakmé, an opera in French by Leo Délibes. It will be performed in concert in a handful of venues around the area. Lakmé is best known for it's "Flower duet", though the role Jonathan sings is that of the Brahmin priest.
Check the PSCO website for locations and ticket information:
http://www.pugetsoundconcertopera.org/
DECEMBER 2010
7, 8 at 1:00 p.m.
Holiday Tea at the Women's University Club
1105 6th Avenue (between Spring and Seneca)
Seattle, WA
Sarah
(with possible guest appearance of Jonathan) presents a recital of
music at the Women's University Club. The program will include
selections from the middle of the 19th Century, and Sarah will be
wearing her authentic 1860 reproduction ballgown.
The
concert is only available to members of the club and their personal
guests. For information on joining the club (and thereby coming to the
performance!), see the WUC website.
NOVEMBER 2010
6
Kitsap Young Musicians Festival
with the Kitsap MTA
Poulsbo, WA
An all-day event where young musicians have an opportunity to perform. If interested, please contact Sarah Silvia.
10, 11, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20 at 7:00 p.m.
13, 20 at 2:00 p.m.
Curtains
at Kentlake High School,
Covington, WA
Sarah is playing in the orchestra for this high school production of Curtains, a "whodunit" musical comedy.
More information can be found at:
http://www.kentlakedrama.com/Site/Entrance.html
OCTOBER 2010
16, 20, 23, 27, 29 at 7:30 p.m.
17, 24 at 2:00 p.m.
Lucia di Lammermoor with Seattle Opera
McCaw Hall, Seattle, WA
Jonathan's final appearance as a Regular Chorister is this masterpiece of the Bel Canto era.
Click here for tickets!
23
Sonatina Festival
Central Washington Univerisity
Ellensburg, WA
Students from all areas of Sarah's piano studio are competing in the Sonatina Festival.
Information about the festival can be found here.
SEPTEMBER 2010
10 at 8:00 p.m.
12 at 2:30 p.m.
Il barbiere di Siviglia with Vashon Opera
Vashon Island, WA
Returning
to Vashon Opera, Jonathan sings again the role of Basilio in the Barber
of Seville! It's a great, young company, so be sure not to miss it!
Details will be posted soon on http://vashonopera.org .
MAY 2010
13, 14, 15, 20, 21, 22 at 7:30 p.m.
Sweeney Todd at Enumclaw High School
226 Semanski Street
Enumclaw, WA 98022-2099
Sarah
plays piano for EHS's production of Sweeney Todd. There's two weeks of
performances, and tickets are sold at the door ($10 general, $6 for
students). A local newspaper mentioned the show, which has a unique
casting arrangement:
http://www.pnwlocalnews.com/south_king/ech/news/93325769.html
28 through July18
Apprentice Artist with Des Moines Metro Opera
Des Moines, IA
As
an Apprentice, Jonathan will be performing in the program at Des Moines
Metro Opera. Highlights of the program include the title role in the
one-act opera, Markheim, by Carlisle Floyd, who will be in attendence for the performance. Markheim will be performed on July 10th in Des Moines.
More information about DMMO can be found at http://desmoinesmetroopera.org .
APRIL 2010
30, May 1 at 7:30 p.m.
Don Carlo with Bellevue Opera
Meydenbauer Theater
11100 NE 6th Street, Bellevue, WA 98004
In possibly the largest role Verdi ever wrote for a bass, Jonathan sings King Philip II of Spain. The opera will be performed in the four-act Italian version with English supertitles.
For more information: http://bellevueopera.org . Tickets are $25-35 and can be bought at http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/82544 .
MARCH 20103, 6, 10, 12, 13 at 7:30 p.m.
7 at 3:00 p.m.
See Falstaff in February
28 at 3:00 p.m.
The Renaissance Singers concert
"Dedication & Devotion: A tribute to Helen Hunter Pedersen"
Haller Lake United Methodist Church
13055 1st Avenue Northeast
Seattle, WA 98125
The Renaissance Singers are a professional choral ensemble in the Seattle area. This will be Jonathan's fourth concert in the ensemble. Come for some outstanding choral literature from Byrd to V. Williams, and Britten and more! Suggested Donation of $10 and seating is limited!
FEBRUARY 2010
7 at 1:00 p.m.
Metropolitan Opera National Council Auditions
Northwest Regional Audition
Meany Hall, University of WA Campus
Time for round two of the Met Competition!
Approximately twelve finalists from the District auditions will compete for advancement to the Semi-Final competition in New York City, and Jonathan is among them!
Tickets for the event can be bought for $15 at the door or through Ticketmaster. Official info can be found at http://nwauditions.com .
27, March 3, 6, 10, 12, 13 at 7:30 p.m.
28, March 7
Falstaff with the Seattle Opera Chorus
McCaw Hall
321 Mercer St, Seattle, WA
Jonathan continues as a chorister for one of Verdi's few comic operas. A star-studded show includes Stephanie Blythe in the role of Dame Quickly.
JANUARY 2010 16, 20, 23, 27, 29, 30 at 7:30 p.m.
17, 24 at 2:00 p.m.
Il Trovatore with the Seattle Opera Chorus
McCaw Hall
321 Mercer St, Seattle, WA
Jonathan sings again in the Seattle Opera Chorus for a parade of familiar tunes, such as the "Anvil Chorus." Gypsies and men with swords, it'll be a grand time!
NOVEMBER 2009 1
Phillip and Christina's Wedding
Silvia Sound is providing music for the wedding of Jonathan's younger brother.
12 - 21
New York City Auditions!
Jonathan will be in New York City auditioning for Young Artist Programs across the country. The first audition to be scheduled is for Glimmerglass Opera on Nov 12, more to come soon!
OCTOBER 2009
17, 21, 23, 24, 28, 30, 31 at 7:30 p.m.
18, 25 at 2:00 p.m.
Seattle Opera Principle Debut!!!
La Traviata as Marchese d'Obigny
McCaw Hall
321 Mercer St, Seattle, WA
Big news as Jonathan sings his first principle role with Seattle Opera! This is one of the trademark operas, and a must see! The singing is bound to be incredible no matter which cast you see (Gold on Wed and Sat, Silver on Fri and Sun).
For more information and to buy tickets:
http://www.seattleopera.org/tickets/production.aspx?productionID=75
24 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Metropolitan Opera National Council Auditions
Western WA / Alaska District Competition
Illsley Ball Nordstrom Recital Hall
Benaroya Hall, Seattle, WA
Jonathan is entering a competition in Seattle for the MONC district auditions. General Admission tickets for the day are $15 ($10 for students), and Jonathan is contestant #27, at 3:10 p.m. Cash awards will be given out between 4:15 and 5:00 p.m.
More information about the Northwest Region of MONC can be found at: http://nwauditions.com/
UPDATE: Jonathan wins the Western WA / Alaska District MONC competition!
SEPTEMBER 2009
18th Friday 8:00 p.m.
20th Sunday 2:30 p.m.
Vashon Opera Performance
La Bohème as Alcindoro/Benoit
Vashon High School Theatre
20120 Vashon Highway SW, Vashon
A brand new company to the area! Jonathan sings in its first full production. The roles are new to him, but the opera is oh so familiar. This will be Jonathan's 3rd Bohème.
For more information and to buy tickets:
http://www.vashonopera.org/productions/2009-2010_season/la_boh%C3%A8me
AUGUST 2009
14th Friday 6:00 p.m.
22nd Saturday 6:00 p.m.
30th Sunday 6:00 p.m.
Seattle Opera Performance
Götterdammerung - Part 4 of the Ring Cycle
6:00 p.m.
McCaw Hall
$$$$ - it's an investment...
A regular in the Opera Chorus, Jonathan sings his first Ring Cycle this summer. It's opera as big as it gets in Seattle!
For more information and to buy tickets:
http://www.seattleopera.org/tickets/production.aspx?productionID=56
JUNE 2009
13th Saturday 7:30 p.m.
Renaissance Singers Concert
Meditation & Mysticism: Arvo Pärt
Trinity Parish Church
609 8th Avenue
Seattle, WA
$17 General Admission, $12 Students
Jonathan is a regular singer with the fully professional choral ensemble Renaissance Singers, directed by Markdavin Obenza. This concert features the vocal music of Estonian composer Arvo Pärt.
For more information and to buy tickets: http://www.therenaissancesingers.com/performances.html