Role

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Ensemble

Period

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Modern

Genre

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Vocal

 

Spectrum is a classical music ensemble that was founded in 1986 by three musicians who shared a passion for chamber music. The founding members were pianist Nancy Fierro, violinist Anastasia Jempelis, and cellist Susan Salm. The ensemble has since expanded to include a rotating cast of musicians, but the core trio has remained the driving force behind the group's success. Nancy Fierro, the pianist and co-founder of Spectrum, is a graduate of the Juilliard School and has performed extensively throughout the United States and Europe. She has also served as a faculty member at several prestigious music schools, including the Manhattan School of Music and the New England Conservatory. Anastasia Jempelis, the violinist and co-founder of Spectrum, is a graduate of the Juilliard School and has performed with numerous orchestras and ensembles, including the New York Philharmonic and the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra. She has also served as a faculty member at the Juilliard School and the Manhattan School of Music. Susan Salm, the cellist and co-founder of Spectrum, is a graduate of the Eastman School of Music and has performed with several orchestras and ensembles, including the Rochester Philharmonic and the New York City Opera Orchestra. She has also served as a faculty member at the Manhattan School of Music and the New England Conservatory. Over the years, Spectrum has become known for its innovative programming and its commitment to performing works by contemporary composers. The ensemble has premiered numerous works by living composers, including John Harbison, Joan Tower, and Augusta Read Thomas. One of the highlights of Spectrum's career was its performance at the 1996 Olympic Games in Atlanta, Georgia. The ensemble was invited to perform at the Cultural Olympiad, a series of events that celebrated the arts and culture of the host city. Spectrum's performance was well-received by both audiences and critics, and it helped to raise the ensemble's profile on the international stage. Spectrum has also been recognized for its recordings, which have received critical acclaim and several awards. The ensemble's recording of John Harbison's "String Trio" was nominated for a Grammy Award in 1999, and its recording of Joan Tower's "Chamber Dance" was named one of the best classical recordings of 2006 by The New York Times. In addition to its performances and recordings, Spectrum has also been committed to education and outreach. The ensemble has conducted masterclasses and workshops at schools and universities throughout the United States, and it has also worked with organizations that provide music education to underserved communities. Despite its many accomplishments, Spectrum remains dedicated to its mission of bringing chamber music to audiences around the world. The ensemble continues to perform regularly and to commission new works by contemporary composers, ensuring that the tradition of chamber music will continue to thrive for generations to come.

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