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Magical Music Moments On A Spring Afternoon In Foxburg

Go Foxburg Admin — Thu, 03 May 2012 01:36:29 +0000

Allegeheny RiverStone Center for the Arts strives to cultivate the growing regional audience of classical music enthusiasts. It is a challenge as well as a satisfying joy to present good music performed well by talented and caring artists. It is also quite gratifying to share it with a diverse audience who forgo other Spring activities from yard work, gardening, sporting events, the list can seem endless, to attend a music moment that can suspend time. A recent piano concert on a Sunday afternoon in Foxburg, was such a marvelous event, with Gayle Martin Henry playing the Lincoln Hall Steinway piano. Her fingers dazzled and arrested the audience’s attention, literally dancing across the keys and with her playing, she delighted and inspired. She demonstrated that good music brightens the world. Live performed music is doubly bright. Her playing enlivened music written decades and centuries ago. With our short attention span and sound bite world, she captivated the audience, which still does happen when music is masterfully performed no matter the genre.

Expectations are heightened for another such experience Sunday afternoon May 6th at 2:00 PM at Lincoln Hall in Foxburg. The Pittsburgh Symphony Chamber Players return for their 2012 Spring Concert. Past performances have captivated the audience and transformed Lincoln Hall to the world stage. Their appeal transcends age and social demographics. Young people and students all the way to card-carrying members of AARP are linked by sweet sound of strings, piano, and for this concert clarinet. The Chamber Players led by Mikhail Istomin have set a spring theme for Sunday’s concert, “Romantics Inspired by Woman”. According to Mr. Istomin, “At this special interactive concert performed by members of the world famous Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra, the audience will be treated to heartwarming masterworks of classical music composed by two of the greatest composers of the romantic era, Robert Schumann and Johannes Brahms, inspired by their muses, the woman they loved. Also on the program to celebrate the spring season will be the melodic and airy ‘Lark’ string quartet by the great Austrian composer Joseph Haydn .” . . .“And we are absolutely enthusiastic about playing in the intimate space of Lincoln Hall”.

Indeed live classical music can thrive, bridge generations, and win new friends when brought to life by the likes of the Chamber Players, and Ms. Henry, truly gifted and dedicated musicians. Such is the moment when the listener sits enthralled, bedazzled and beguiled. There is no gadgetry, or electronic enhancement. There is just the connection between the listener and the performer, something energetic and a transforming, sound entwined with emotion. This is the essence of ARCA’s mission to offer to its members and friends such moments that touch the heart and soul.

How marvelous are these musical moments that embrace those who find their way across hill and valley to this intimate space called Lincoln Hall. Both performer and listener are better for it. Yes, being present at such a moment is so worth one’s time. We the audience can participate and appreciate the artistry of musicians, the genius of the composers across the years, continents and oceans. For all, it is a grand convergence on a Sunday afternoon in the village of Foxburg.

Seats are limited, call for tickets, at 412-867-1816, Adults $25 Members $20 and Students $10. Also for more information visit www.alleghenyriverstone.org. Checkout the event flyer here!

Chainsaw Carving Demonstrations at The Maple Syrup Festival

Go Foxburg! — Fri, 13 Apr 2012 22:25:59 +0000

Chainsaw Carving by Brenda Lehman

Chainsaw carver, Brenda Lehman will be doing demonstrations and her work will be available for purchase at the Maple Syrup Festival. Located in Wellsville, N.Y. she is a French teacher by day and artisan by night. She makes impressive wildlife creatures using a log and a chainsaw. To view some of her work, check out her website www.shecarves.com

7th Foxburg Fall Festival

Go Foxburg Admin — Tue, 05 Oct 2010 12:07:16 +0000

Step back in time to the open market scene where vendors from afar commune to share their stories and wares. From food to fine arts to curiosities and confections, you’re sure to find something to strike your fancy down in the valley at the Foxburg Fall Food, Art and Wine Festival. The Festival opens at 11 am and will continue until 6 pm and this year it will surely be magical as it is about to celebrate it’s lucky number 7th year anniversary on 10/10/10! Read the Press Release here

Fall is a great time to visit Foxburg!

Go Foxburg Admin — Tue, 22 Sep 2009 18:00:49 +0000

While the quiet town nestled along the Allegheny River is picturesque in any season, autumn may very well be the best time to visit Foxburg. In addition to photographing the scenic views of brightly-colored leaves reflected in the river while perusing the offerings of the local businesses, Sunday October 11th is this year’s date for the annual Foxburg Art, Craft & Food Festival.

The festival’s fun will start with some events on the night of Saturday October 10th, while on Sunday, beginning at 11 AM and lasting until 6 PM, the Festival provides a day filled with fun, food, and entertainment. Main Street Foxburg will be closed to vehicle traffic; visitors should park “up on the hill” at the AC Valley Medical Center or at the AC Valley Elementary School, and shuttles will transport visitors to and from the festivities. Locals and visitors from afar will enjoy listening to the live entertainment, eating any of the wide variety of tasty treats, viewing or purchasing craft items, participating in the Chinese Auction and engaging in all the other goings-on.

For more information, visit the Festival’s website.