Role

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Ensemble

Genre

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Opera

 

 

Orchestral

 

Third Angle New Music Ensemble is a classical music ensemble based in Portland, Oregon. The ensemble was founded in 1985 by violinist Ron Blessinger and composer David Schiff. The group's mission is to perform and promote contemporary classical music, with a focus on works by living composers. The ensemble's core members include Ron Blessinger on violin, Greg Ewer on violin, Charles Noble on viola, Marilyn de Oliveira on cello, and Susan Smith on piano. Over the years, the ensemble has also collaborated with a number of guest artists and composers. Third Angle New Music Ensemble has performed extensively throughout the United States and internationally. The group has been featured at numerous festivals and concert series, including the Oregon Bach Festival, the Portland Jazz Festival, and the Chamber Music Northwest Summer Festival. One of the ensemble's most notable performances was their 2010 collaboration with composer Philip Glass. The group performed Glass's complete string quartets over the course of two evenings, with Glass himself in attendance. The performances were hailed as a major success, with critics praising the ensemble's technical skill and emotional depth. In addition to their performances, Third Angle New Music Ensemble is also committed to education and outreach. The group regularly presents workshops and masterclasses for students and aspiring musicians, and has developed a number of educational programs for schools and community organizations. Over the years, Third Angle New Music Ensemble has received numerous awards and accolades for their work. In 2007, the group was awarded the Chamber Music America/ASCAP Award for Adventurous Programming. The award recognized the ensemble's commitment to performing contemporary classical music and their innovative programming choices. In 2015, Third Angle New Music Ensemble was awarded a grant from the National Endowment for the Arts. The grant supported the group's commissioning of new works by emerging composers, furthering their commitment to promoting contemporary classical music. Overall, Third Angle New Music Ensemble has established itself as a leading voice in the world of contemporary classical music. With their innovative programming, technical skill, and commitment to education and outreach, the group continues to inspire and engage audiences around the world.

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