Role

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Ensemble

Period

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Romantic

 

 

Modern

Genre

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Chamber

 

The Ravinia Trio is a classical music ensemble that was founded in 1976. The trio consists of three main members: pianist Karen Shaw, violinist Benjamin Bowman, and cellist Judy Stone. The ensemble has gained a reputation for their dynamic and engaging performances, which have earned them numerous awards and accolades over the years. The Ravinia Trio was founded by Karen Shaw, who had previously performed with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra and the Lyric Opera of Chicago. She was joined by Benjamin Bowman, who had studied at the Juilliard School and had performed with the New York Philharmonic and the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra. The final member of the trio, Judy Stone, had also studied at the Juilliard School and had performed with the New York Philharmonic and the Boston Symphony Orchestra. The ensemble's name comes from the Ravinia Festival, a summer music festival held in Highland Park, Illinois. The festival is known for its outdoor concerts and has featured performances by some of the world's most renowned classical musicians. The Ravinia Trio has performed at numerous venues throughout the United States and Europe, including Carnegie Hall, the Kennedy Center, and the Royal Festival Hall in London. They have also performed at music festivals such as the Tanglewood Music Festival and the Aspen Music Festival. One of the highlights of the Ravinia Trio's career was their performance at the White House in 1987. The trio was invited to perform for President Ronald Reagan and his wife Nancy, as well as other dignitaries and guests. The performance was well-received and helped to raise the profile of the ensemble. The Ravinia Trio has also been recognized for their recordings, which have received critical acclaim. Their recording of Beethoven's "Triple Concerto" with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra was nominated for a Grammy Award in 1983. They have also recorded works by Brahms, Mendelssohn, and Schubert, among others. In addition to their performances and recordings, the Ravinia Trio has also been involved in music education. They have conducted master classes and workshops for young musicians, and have served as artists-in-residence at universities and music schools. Overall, the Ravinia Trio has established themselves as one of the premier classical music ensembles of their generation. Their dynamic performances, engaging recordings, and commitment to music education have earned them a loyal following and numerous awards and accolades.

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