Robert Hamilton, ASU professor of piano, and Gregory Hamilton, Concordia College professor of cello, will perform works of GB Pergolesi, JS Bach, Beethoven, and Hollywood composers at the Oracle Center for the Arts on Sunday, April 3.
The piano-cello chamber concert will begin at 3 p.m. at the new arts center at 700 E. Kingston St. in Oracle. Tickets, at $30 per person in advance, are available at 623-295-967 or by visiting www.oraclepianosociety.org. Free student tickets are also available.
Both father and son have performed in concert tours around the world. Robert, who is chair of the OPS Artist Advisory Committee, was praised by two New York Times chief music critics for his “color and sensitivity” and for creating “an enthralling listening experience.” Fanfare Magazine, in reviewing Gregory’s solo CD of Hollywood works, wrote “buzz and sinew are what give his playing character. He plays … with no shortage of expression and affection.”
Founded three years ago, the not-for-profit Society purchased the former lodge building just off American Avenue earlier this year. In addition to a performance hall with theater seats, it has a spacious lobby that will double as an art gallery. The society is also considering lectures, a film series, theatrical performances, and musical story-time for young children as future activities in the arts center.