Dave Taylor: February 27 Performance

David Taylor, Bass Trombone
Adam Holzman and Michael Holober, Piano and Keyboards
Belle Ehresmann, Beat Box

On February 27, 2008, the Lyric Chamber Music Society of New York is pleased to present bass trombone virtuoso David Taylor and Friends in a special autobiographical concert entitled “To the Distant Beloved.” The program, another of the Lyric’s special CHAMZZ offerings, follows Taylor’s musical explorations from Brooklyn to Vienna in a unique blend of jazz and classical repertoire.

The musical range of award-winning musician David Taylor extends from Bachian piety to Yiddish irony, from the idealism of Charles Ives to the hipster nihilism of Lenny Bruce. Inspired by his travels, and his exploration of jazz while at Juilliard, Taylor’s music represents the spirit of improvisation and risk as opposed to conservatory notions of perfection.

The program will showcase the unique sounds of the relatively unknown bass trombone, which Taylor calls a “darkly sparkling instrument.” Taylor has put together a suite of Schubert songs and French music by Ravel, Milhaud, and others. He has also developed a suite combining the music of the Vienna Secession, such as Berg and Schoenberg, with the jazz of Mingus and Carla Brey. Called “A Belle E Golden Hue,” it celebrates his parents’ devoted marriage of sixty years.

Taylor will be joined by Adam Holzman and Michael Holober on piano and keyboards, and Belle Ehresmann on beat box.

In this, as in all concerts at the Lyric, the musicians will speak about the history and background of the music during the evening.And also, as always, a light reception with the artists will follow the concert.
Reception with artists following concert
included in ticket price $45

For more info call Carlos:
(212) 366-6900 x 206
Web: www.lyricny.org

Student Tickets $15
For tickets call Ticket Central:
(212) 279-4200

Programs and Artists subject to change