Ed Gould, our friend and colleague of many years, passed away on October 11, 2011. He was a charter member of the chamber music network, attending Sleepy Hollow and Interlochen for more than 40 years, the last 5 years with his wife, Carol. We will miss Ed's enthusiasm and loyalty, his many talents, the violin being just one, and the obscure Gounod work that became his trademark.
RIP, Ed.
Read the formal online obituary, including memories by numerous chamber music friends.
Our condolences to Carol, and we hope she will remain part of the Midwest chamber music family.
• A slideshow of photos taken by Marian Green at the September 2011 weekend.
• A slideshow of Sleepy Hollow scenery.
• A tribute to Ed Gould and a reprint of his poem "Relaxation With Two Cellos."
• Haiku from Unit 18.
• Strad magazine's coverage of strange legal proceedings, of which Alison Edwards says,"If it were about a viola, it would go straight for 'Best In Class!'"
• Plus ongoing chamber music features, photos and news about Sleepy Hollow attendees: See it at the Sound Post.
Get details on both programs. Check out Tony's new flyer on the Sound Post page.
Three times a day each weekend, different combinations of musicians assemble as groups in the various newly rebuilt condos at the resort. Armed with their quartets, quintets, trios, whatever, these players make the finest music they can on the spot. Above: violinist Kay DeLuca, cellist Alice Karosas, violist Kristi Hansen, violinist Marcia Cozzi. Dropping in every few sessions will be one of our artists in residence.
• May 17-20
• September 27-30
Coaches to be announced shortly
Sam Golden of Chicago started this twice-yearly chamber music program more than 40 years ago with Paula as his support team. Posed between them is frequent artist in residence Judy Glyde. The benefits to players from such coaching have made the presence of chamber music professionals a key element of each weekend.
On Saturday night the musicians form an orchestra and play a mostly unrehearsed concert, as shown above at the first concert in the new community room in the spring of 2009. Artist in residence and maestro Bruce Uchimura did the conducting. Performers and audience alike still bask in the abundance of light and ample space.
Additional photos of our concerts and related weekend activities are posted on the updated Photo Gallery page.
All attendees sign up to make a contribution, and a generous offering of culinary favorites is available to satisfy just about any palate.
Ace assigners Tom Morgan and Alison Edwards relax after their diplomatic mission is completed — hopefully without too many complaints.