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KMFA OFFBEAT SERIES PRESENTED BY ESTES AUDIOLOGY

AMERICAN DREAMER

A NEW SHOW CALLED ADORATION & REMEMBRANCE

Fri, Apr 12, at 7:00 PM |  Draylen Mason Music Studio

KMFA Classical 89.5 announces the Spring 2024 Offbeat Series performance of Adoration & Remembrance from indie-folk quartet American Dreamer, on April 12, 2024 at the Draylen Mason Music Studio. The evening will include a pre-concert chat with the featured artists.

“Adoration & Remembrance” is a musical event presented by KMFA featuring the ensemble American Dreamer that explores loss and the many ways that we honor those who have passed on before us. The program’s center revolves around two works. The first of these is Florence Price’s Adoration, one of several semi-secular works in the composer’s output. Originally composed for solo organ, this arrangement by American Dreamer beautifully captures their skill for adaptation, drawing on their background as classically trained musicians. Paired with Price’s work is a composition by Giovanni Bottesini called Concerto for Double Bass No. 2 in B Minor, performed by American Dreamer founding member, Dana Marie Wygmans. This performance is dedicated to the memory of Draylen Mason, who is not only the namesake of KMFA’s primary concert venue, but also, the former student of Wygmans. Combining classical and folk idioms, as well as American Dreamer’s unmatched skill for musical storytelling, “Adoration and Remembrance” speaks to the human experience of grief and the power of art to heal.

6:00 p.m. Pre-Performance Talk

7:00 p.m. Performance

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Special thanks to our presenting sponsor:

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Tickets include complimentary sips from Tito's Handmade Vodka and STILL Austin.

Wine courtesy of Georgetwon Winery and Vineyard

You might also be intersted in the KMFA Offbeat Series Concert INSECTUM featuring new works by Susie Ibarra, Jeffrey Zeigler, and Graham Reynolds on Thursday, February 22 at 7:00 p.m.

ABOUT KMFA'S OFFBEAT SERIES:

Explore the dynamic tapestry of Austin's contemporary classical music scene with KMFA's Offbeat Series. This captivating program presents talented artists at the forefront of innovation, bringing their performances to life in the renowned Draylen Mason Music Studio. With a mission to introduce a new genre to dedicated classical music enthusiasts and foster a growing community of new music lovers, KMFA invites you to join us on a journey that celebrates the vibrancy of Austin's musical landscape.

ABOUT AMERICAN DREAMER

AMERICAN DREAMER is four gifted musicians who bring a heavy dose of strings to their unique blend of Indie-Folk. Each member – Courtney Castaneda, Dana Marie Wygmans, Camille Schiess, and Sasha Klare-Ayvazian – contributes something distinctive to their rich and remarkable sound.  The quartet’s music builds on relatable Folk songs, transformed through bold string arrangements (violin, cello, bass) and resplendent three-part harmony.

American Dreamer’s four members met while pursuing graduate degrees at the Butler School of Music at the University of Texas, Austin. They share a lifelong passion for crafting their art and using it to connect with urban and rural communities. American Dreamer strives to honor America’s deeply rooted Folk tradition while exploring contemporary elements that roll the genre forward.

American Dreamer has toured nationally and performed widely across Texas. In addition to frequent performances at festivals and noted Austin venues, the group appears regularly at schools, shelters, hospitals, and in rural communities.

Event Details

• Date: Friday, April 12, 2024
• Time: 6:00 p.m. Pre-Performance Talk | 7:00 p.m. Performance
• Venue: KMFA- Draylen Mason Music Studio
• Website: https://americandreameroffbeat.planningpod.com/

Ticket Information

• Cost: General admission tickets $30; student tickets $15

Presenter Details

• Name: American Dreamer

AMERICAN DREAMER is four gifted musicians who bring a heavy dose of strings to their unique blend of Indie-Folk. Each member – Courtney Castaneda, Dana Marie Wygmans, Camille Schiess, and Sasha Klare-Ayvazian – contributes something distinctive to their rich and remarkable sound.  The quartet’s music builds on relatable Folk songs, transformed through bold string arrangements (violin, cello, bass) and resplendent three-part harmony.

American Dreamer’s four members met while pursuing graduate degrees at the Butler School of Music at the University of Texas, Austin. They share a lifelong passion for crafting their art and using it to connect with urban and rural communities. American Dreamer strives to honor America’s deeply rooted Folk tradition while exploring contemporary elements that roll the genre forward.

American Dreamer has toured nationally and performed widely across Texas. In addition to frequent performances at festivals and noted Austin venues, the group appears regularly at schools, shelters, hospitals, and in rural communities.

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