The Lee Trio Concert
Concordia University Wisconsin’s Chamber Music Series is proud to present the critically acclaimed group, The Lee Trio, in concert.
Chamber music and orchestral music enthusiasts in the North Shore region and beyond now have a rare opportunity to experience in person this world-renowned group. Enjoy an evening of chamber music, with Grammy-nominated soprano Laura Strickling and special guests from the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra, including celebrated violist Nicole Swanson and virtuoso clarinetist Jay Shankar!
The concert will take place in Concordia’s Chapel of Christ Triumphant and will feature both classical and contemporary works of historically celebrated composers, including a Midwest premiere performance of Co Bůh? Člověk? (What is God? Man?) for soprano, clarinet, cello and piano by Jacob Beranek and a World premiere performance of Songs of Consolation for Soprano and Piano Trio by David Conte
ABOUT THE PERFORMERS
The Lee Trio
Since its critically acclaimed Wigmore Hall debut in 2002, The Lee Trio's "gripping immediacy and freshness" and "rich palette of tone colours" [The Strad] continue to move audiences and critics around the globe. The Trio's awards include the Recording Prize at the Kuhmo International Chamber Music Competition in Finland, 2nd Prize in the G. Zinetti International Chamber Competition in Italy, and the Gotthard-Schierse-Stiftung grant in Berlin for rising international artists. In recent seasons, the Trio has given recitals and masterclasses in cities from Shanghai, Hong Kong, Taipei, San Francisco, New York and Toronto to London, Copenhagen, Berlin, Paris and Kiev.
Laura Strickling
Laura Strickling, two-time GRAMMY® award nominee for Best Classical Vocal Solo Album for 40@40 (2024) and Confessions (2022), is celebrated for her work performing and promoting new music, with an emphasis on new additions to the modern song canon. Her, “flexible voice, crystalline diction, and warm presence,” (New York Times) make her a welcome guest soloist for a range of opera, oratorio, concert, and chamber works, including many nationally- and internationally renowned symphony orchestras.
Nicole Swanson
Violist Nicole Swanson has enjoyed a multifaceted career in the performing arts and higher education. Highlights include Assistant Principal Violist with the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra and Symphony San Jose, Teaching Artist for the Los Angeles Philharmonic, Manager of Community Engagement Programs at the Colburn School Conservatory of Music, and viola faculty at the University of Minnesota. She has also performed at the Academy Awards Governors Ball and with the Black Eyed Peas on American Idol. Nicole recently launched Zircon Arts - an organization dedicated to progress at the intersection of the arts, education, public policy, and social justice.
Jay Shankar
Jay Shankar was recently appointed as the Assistant Principal/Second/and Eb Clarinet with the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra. He was named the winner of the prestigious International Vandoren Competition and a semi-finalist at the International Crusell Competition in Finland, as the only American Clarinetist. Shankar is also an avid chamber musician, a frequent guest of world-class orchestras, and has performed as Principal Clarinetist in several world-renowned orchestras. Shankar received his Masters at the Colburn Conservatory of Music and Bachelors from The Peabody Conservatory at The Johns Hopkins University.
Please purchase tickets before the concert, or be prepared to use a credit/debit card at the ticket table on the night of the performance.
CUW STUDENTS and FACULTY: To order your ticket, click on "Have a Passcode?"
below and enter your ID #, including "F00..."
CUW STAFF: Please call the music office at x4405 so we can activate your F00#. Then, to order your ticket, click on "Have a Passcode?"
below and enter your ID #, including "F00..."
The program will be available printed or digitally. It will be accessible by QR code scanning during the night of the concert.
Concert Entrance: From the main CUW entrance on Highland Rd, turn right. Please park in Lot A or B. Due to Campus Safety protocols, patrons are directed to the Luther (Administration) entrance. Those needing to drop off guests close to the entrance should utilize the circle driveway at the Luther entrance. From there, posted signs will guide you to the Chapel. Wheelchairs will be available for use by patrons with limited mobility. Parking Lot C and the Katherine Hall entrance will no longer be available.
If you have any questions or concerns please contact the music department administrative assistant, Mr. Phil Greve, at phillip.greve@cuw.edu or (262) 243-4405, and he would be happy to be of assistance.
Concordia University Wisconsin’s Chamber Music Series is proud to present the critically acclaimed group, The Lee Trio, in concert.
Chamber music and orchestral music enthusiasts in the North Shore region and beyond now have a rare opportunity to experience in person this world-renowned group. Enjoy an evening of chamber music, with Grammy-nominated soprano Laura Strickling and special guests from the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra, including celebrated violist Nicole Swanson and virtuoso clarinetist Jay Shankar!
The concert will take place in Concordia’s Chapel of Christ Triumphant and will feature both classical and contemporary works of historically celebrated composers, including a Midwest premiere performance of Co Bůh? Člověk? (What is God? Man?) for soprano, clarinet, cello and piano by Jacob Beranek and a World premiere performance of Songs of Consolation for Soprano and Piano Trio by David Conte
ABOUT THE PERFORMERS
The Lee Trio
Since its critically acclaimed Wigmore Hall debut in 2002, The Lee Trio's "gripping immediacy and freshness" and "rich palette of tone colours" [The Strad] continue to move audiences and critics around the globe. The Trio's awards include the Recording Prize at the Kuhmo International Chamber Music Competition in Finland, 2nd Prize in the G. Zinetti International Chamber Competition in Italy, and the Gotthard-Schierse-Stiftung grant in Berlin for rising international artists. In recent seasons, the Trio has given recitals and masterclasses in cities from Shanghai, Hong Kong, Taipei, San Francisco, New York and Toronto to London, Copenhagen, Berlin, Paris and Kiev.
Laura Strickling
Laura Strickling, two-time GRAMMY® award nominee for Best Classical Vocal Solo Album for 40@40 (2024) and Confessions (2022), is celebrated for her work performing and promoting new music, with an emphasis on new additions to the modern song canon. Her, “flexible voice, crystalline diction, and warm presence,” (New York Times) make her a welcome guest soloist for a range of opera, oratorio, concert, and chamber works, including many nationally- and internationally renowned symphony orchestras.
Nicole Swanson
Violist Nicole Swanson has enjoyed a multifaceted career in the performing arts and higher education. Highlights include Assistant Principal Violist with the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra and Symphony San Jose, Teaching Artist for the Los Angeles Philharmonic, Manager of Community Engagement Programs at the Colburn School Conservatory of Music, and viola faculty at the University of Minnesota. She has also performed at the Academy Awards Governors Ball and with the Black Eyed Peas on American Idol. Nicole recently launched Zircon Arts - an organization dedicated to progress at the intersection of the arts, education, public policy, and social justice.
Jay Shankar
Jay Shankar was recently appointed as the Assistant Principal/Second/and Eb Clarinet with the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra. He was named the winner of the prestigious International Vandoren Competition and a semi-finalist at the International Crusell Competition in Finland, as the only American Clarinetist. Shankar is also an avid chamber musician, a frequent guest of world-class orchestras, and has performed as Principal Clarinetist in several world-renowned orchestras. Shankar received his Masters at the Colburn Conservatory of Music and Bachelors from The Peabody Conservatory at The Johns Hopkins University.
Please purchase tickets before the concert, or be prepared to use a credit/debit card at the ticket table on the night of the performance.
CUW STUDENTS and FACULTY: To order your ticket, click on "Have a Passcode?"
below and enter your ID #, including "F00..."
CUW STAFF: Please call the music office at x4405 so we can activate your F00#. Then, to order your ticket, click on "Have a Passcode?"
below and enter your ID #, including "F00..."
The program will be available printed or digitally. It will be accessible by QR code scanning during the night of the concert.
Concert Entrance: From the main CUW entrance on Highland Rd, turn right. Please park in Lot A or B. Due to Campus Safety protocols, patrons are directed to the Luther (Administration) entrance. Those needing to drop off guests close to the entrance should utilize the circle driveway at the Luther entrance. From there, posted signs will guide you to the Chapel. Wheelchairs will be available for use by patrons with limited mobility. Parking Lot C and the Katherine Hall entrance will no longer be available.
If you have any questions or concerns please contact the music department administrative assistant, Mr. Phil Greve, at phillip.greve@cuw.edu or (262) 243-4405, and he would be happy to be of assistance.