Name: Bernstein: Mambo from West Side Story by Grant Park Music Festival
Duration: 2 min 40 s
Description: Recorded on July 30, 2016 at the Harris Theater in Chicago, IL. Performed by the Grant Park Orchestra, conducted by Thomas Wilkins. Music Production by Chris Willis.

Music: L'isle Joyeuse
Composer: Claude Debussy
Artist: Andrew von Oeyen
Album: Andrew von Oeyen, Piano
Delos Productions DE3454

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Andrew von Oeyen Plays Debussy, Stravinsky, and Newman

Andrew von Oeyen, piano

“Andrew von Oeyen (is), in my opinion the best pianist of his generation.” — David Newman, composer

Mr. Newman’s opinion of Andrew’s exalted stature is shared by many others, and with good reason. He has accordingly composed for Andrew the two pieces that conclude this, his stunning second release on Delos. His pensive “Prelude” is presented here in its world premiere performance, and his mostly manic “Antipodal Rag” is sheer pianistic fun.

Andrew von Oeyen, Piano — Debussy: L'isle Joyeuse

Pre-Concert Podcast with Andrew von Oeyen

Recorded on July 30, 2016 at the Harris Theater in Chicago, IL. Performed by the Grant Park Orchestra, conducted by Thomas Wilkins. Music Production by Chris Willis.

Bernstein: Mambo from West Side Story

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MATTHÄUS // is a chamber folk band from Chicago and St. Paul USA. The band began when composer Ben Montalbano enlisted his close friends to collaborate on a few simple, yet deeply personal folk songs. As these simple songs blossomed into fully realized and orchestrated compositions, the result was a sound that embraced the colors of contemporary chamber music, with the emotional and structural bedrock of folk and roots music. These first songs and collaborations would eventually culminate in the recording of their first EP, “Effigy”.

"Effigy" is a collection of four songs that span both a musical and emotional arc. The order of these songs yields an intentional narrative that follows a path from reflection on loss to examination, further examination that ultimately leads to catharsis. The EP’s title song and opening track opens by positing a poignant question to the listener: do you even know my name? The ensuing 20 minutes of “Effigy” are an attempt to answer this opening question and the answer doesn’t come until the closing minute of the last song, “Letters”.

Through unique orchestration and songwriting, Matthäus creates an EP that is engaging on multiple levels. At any time during “Effigy”, listeners can expect to hear bass clarinet, vibraphone, and French horn, paired with a standard rock rhythm section. The result is a seamless blending of Reich-inspired chamber music with modern greats like Bon Iver and Sufjan Stevens.

With “Effigy” to be released by ears&eyes Records in May of 2017, Matthäus has expanded to a collective collaboration, allowing further avenues of influence, always venturing closer to their ultimate goal: reflective folk-pop.

Press:

“A lighthearted energy radiated from the entire band... like the skeletons of classical jazz with the dressings of indie folk, similar to artists such as Bon Iver and Neutral Milk Hotel…. lyrics wade into relationships between human and nature, often carrying a sense of solitude and strength while contemplating freedom or celebrating whiskey, bringing their indie folk borderline Southern Rock vibe about. Between their indie folk and Southern rock sounds combined with their classical music and jazz compositional background, it is safe to say that the big band encompasses quite an array of style under the flag of Matthäus. This attribute widens their palpability for audiences across the board.” 
- Jonathon Burkhalter, Hooligan Mag

“To me, I hear notes of Bon Iver, Sigur Ros, Tall Heights, and Patrick Watson. The sound is orchestrated and somber, accessible and captivating. The tonal pallette is unique. ” 
- Austin J. Hill, Smile Politely

Matthäus is: 

Ben Montalbano - Guitar, Banjo, Piano, Keyboards, Voice
Joe Meland - Keyboard, Voice
Justin Peters - Vibraphone, Marimba, Aux Percussion, Voice
Lars-Erik Larson - Drums
Samuel Peters - Bass
Alex Blomarz - Bass Clarinet, Tenor Sax
Hugo Seda - French Horn
Christ Shuttleworth - Trombone

Special guests: 
Steve Shirk - Organ Pump on Effigy
Drew Hansen - Trumpet on Effigy, Lower Goshen Park, Letters

Credits:
Recorded and mixed by Stephen Shirk at SHIRK Studio in Chicago, IL USA
Mastered by Anthony Gravino at The Drake in Chicago, IL USA
Album artwork by Scott Durand

Links: 
Website: www.sanmatthaus.com
BandCamp: www.sanmatthaus.bandcamp.com
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SoundCloud: @sanmatthaus

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MATTHÄUS - To The Years

For more than 80 years, the Grant Park Music Festival has been Chicago’s summer musical sensation, demonstrating that classical music, performed by a world-class orchestra and chorus can have a transformative impact on the city. 

Showcased in the city’s most spectacular setting, the Festival continues to be the summer gathering place for all of Chicago, where people from every neighborhood, from all walks of life and around the world are connected through the power of music.  

Led by Artistic Director and Principal Conductor Carlos Kalmar and Chorus Director Christopher Bell, the Festival offers a 10-week season of concerts, artistic development initiatives, radio broadcasts, and community education and outreach programs.

The Jay Pritzker Pavilion in Millennium Park is the official home of the Grant Park Music Festival, with free seats available for every concert.

Bernstein: Mambo from West Side Story

Grant Park Music Festival

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