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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260517T191500
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SUMMARY:Neil Rolnick + Alex OliviaPlonsey Scheme
DESCRIPTION:NEIL ROLNICK performs So Many Me’s\, with choreographer and dancer ALEX OLIVA (and her 8 foot ladder). measuring … selling … falling apart … acting out … surrender … Neil also performs the score to Barbara Hammer’s 1990 experimental film Sanctus\, featuring a host of x-ray skeletons playing trumpets\, drinking\, shaking hands\, shaving\, putting on lipstick\, all to the live mashup of Sanctus movements from masses by Machaut\, Bach\, Beethoven & Verdi. \n“Plonsey Scheme” has nothing to do with finding suckers to invest in this “music” thing which promises to be such a hot commodity\, with the fraudster paying off older investors with the funds provided by the younger ones — but as we get older it is admittedly a little more like it: what experiences\, revelations and revolutions can we promise you? MANTRA PLONSEY writes the words while DAN PLONSEY writes the music\, but it comes together for the first (and last) time during performance. The music is written to accommodate improvisations utilizing various constraints\, miniature compositions within compositions\, fragments of songs from Eastern Europe and Northern El Cerrito. The band includes bagpipes virtuoso MATTHEW WELCH (also accordion and Balinese suling)\, clarinet/saxophone/flutist CORY WRIGHT (also trombone)\, guitarist TOMEK SINCLAIR\, and MIC GENDREAU on turntables\, electronics and percussion (and perhaps clarinet). Mantra sings and speaks\, Dan plays reeds\, brass\, melodica\, and bits of cheap percussion. And KATTT ATCHLEY provides a backdrop of projected tableaux of dolls among art: in movement along with their lighting on a system of turntables and lazy susans. PLONSEY SCHEME is eery\, majestic\, lost\, mysterious\, ceremonial\, and more/less than just there.
URL:https://dresherensemble.org/event/neil-rolnick-alex-oliviaplonsey-scheme/
LOCATION:Dresher Ensemble Studio\, 2201 Poplar Street\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260524T191500
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SUMMARY:ANTIMATTER + Jacob Felix HeuleDiane Grubbe + Meerenai Shim
DESCRIPTION:ANTIMATTER (xopher Davidson\, analog / digital electronics) and JACOB FELIX HEULE (percussion): Wave Function Collapse\, resting upon the threshold between a state of limitless potentials and one of decoherence-that which cannot be measured\, quantified\, simulated or collected as data. Forever drifting over time\, a spectral bass-relief sculpted by entropy. \nMEERENAI SHIM and DIANE GRUBBE team up to perform composed and improvised music for a variety of flutes\, including glissando and contrabass flutes. The program includes Salvatore Sciarrino’s Il pomeriggio di un allarme al parcheggio for glissando flute\, Pathways for two flutes by Efraín Amaya\, Matthew Joseph Payne’s Etude for contrabass flute and TI83+ calculator and the premiere of a duo for two glissando flutes by Diane Grubbe.
URL:https://dresherensemble.org/event/antimatter-jacob-felix-heulediane-grubbe-meerenai-shim/
LOCATION:Dresher Ensemble Studio\, 2201 Poplar Street\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260529T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260529T210000
DTSTAMP:20260516T162135
CREATED:20260510T144846Z
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SUMMARY:QT Viet Collective present Ordinary People
DESCRIPTION:Members of the QT Viet Collective present Ordinary People\, an audio-visual story layered with live narration\, instrumentation\, voices from Việt Nam\, animation\, photography and song. \nIn a world that distances us from our truest selves\, this performance invites us to reflect on our present moment and the deep desire to live fully. Moving across time and place\, it draws us to connect with our imagination\, deferred dreams\, rage\, and compassion\, while activating the power of our ancestral stories. \nCác thành viên của QTViệt Collective hân hạnh giới thiệu Người Dân Thường\, một câu chuyện nghe-nhìn được dệt nên từ lời kể trực tiếp\, âm nhạc\, giọng nói từ Việt Nam\, hoạt họa\, hình ảnh và ca khúc. \nTrong một thế giới khiến chúng ta xa rời con người thật của mình\, màn trình diễn này mời chúng ta suy ngẫm về khoảnh khắc hiện tại và khát khao sâu sắc để sống trọn vẹn. Vượt qua thời gian và không gian\, màn trình diễn này thu hút chúng ta để kết nối với trí tưởng tượng\, những giấc mơ bị gác lại\, lòng giận dữ và trắc ẩn\, đồng thời khơi dậy sức mạnh của những câu chuyện của tổ tiên mình. \nCONTRIBUTE TO OUR COLLECTIVE ALTAR: we invite you and your ancestors to take part in a luminated collective gathering/altar by submitting photos here. \nCÙNG GÓP PHẦN VÀO BÀN THỜ CHUNG: \nmời quý vị và các tổ tiên tham gia vào buổi tụ họp/bàn thờ chung được thắp sáng bằng cách gửi hình ảnh tại đây. \nTrong khi chúng tôi chuẩn bị cho trình diễn Người Dân Thường\, chúng tôi xin mời quý vị chia sẻ những bức ảnh của những người thân đã khuất hoặc vật kỷ niệm gợi nhớ đến họ. Chúng tôi sẽ chiếu lên các hình ảnh này\, tạo nên một buổi tụ họp chung với tổ tiên. \nNếu quý vị hứng thú\, vui lòng gửi ảnh ở đây trước ngày 7 tháng 5! \nChúng tôi hiểu rằng không phải ai cũng có hoặc sử dụng hình ảnh để tưởng nhớ tổ tiên. Chúng tôi mời quý vị gọi về những ai mình muốn đến bàn thờ chung vào cuộc trình diễn. \nCám ơn quý vị cùng tham gia vào cánh cửa thiêng liêng này <3 \nTHINGS TO KNOW \n*Family friendly\, ADA access\, easy parking \n*Doors will be open approximately 1 hour before showtime on both days. \n*Friday evening show will be low key but there will be offerings to nourish your tummy and heart \n*Saturday showing will feature DJ Kat Lê\, and a casual community meal. Live english to vietnamese translation service offered \nThis performance and event is made possible by the generous support of AsianImprov Arts\, Asian Pacific Islander Cultural Center\, The Dresher Ensemble\, The California Arts Council\, and The Zellerbach Foundation.
URL:https://dresherensemble.org/event/qt-viet-collective-present-ordinary-people/2026-05-29/
LOCATION:Dresher Ensemble Studio\, 2201 Poplar Street\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260530T150000
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SUMMARY:QT Viet Collective present Ordinary People
DESCRIPTION:Members of the QT Viet Collective present Ordinary People\, an audio-visual story layered with live narration\, instrumentation\, voices from Việt Nam\, animation\, photography and song. \nIn a world that distances us from our truest selves\, this performance invites us to reflect on our present moment and the deep desire to live fully. Moving across time and place\, it draws us to connect with our imagination\, deferred dreams\, rage\, and compassion\, while activating the power of our ancestral stories. \nCác thành viên của QTViệt Collective hân hạnh giới thiệu Người Dân Thường\, một câu chuyện nghe-nhìn được dệt nên từ lời kể trực tiếp\, âm nhạc\, giọng nói từ Việt Nam\, hoạt họa\, hình ảnh và ca khúc. \nTrong một thế giới khiến chúng ta xa rời con người thật của mình\, màn trình diễn này mời chúng ta suy ngẫm về khoảnh khắc hiện tại và khát khao sâu sắc để sống trọn vẹn. Vượt qua thời gian và không gian\, màn trình diễn này thu hút chúng ta để kết nối với trí tưởng tượng\, những giấc mơ bị gác lại\, lòng giận dữ và trắc ẩn\, đồng thời khơi dậy sức mạnh của những câu chuyện của tổ tiên mình. \nCONTRIBUTE TO OUR COLLECTIVE ALTAR: we invite you and your ancestors to take part in a luminated collective gathering/altar by submitting photos here. \nCÙNG GÓP PHẦN VÀO BÀN THỜ CHUNG: \nmời quý vị và các tổ tiên tham gia vào buổi tụ họp/bàn thờ chung được thắp sáng bằng cách gửi hình ảnh tại đây. \nTrong khi chúng tôi chuẩn bị cho trình diễn Người Dân Thường\, chúng tôi xin mời quý vị chia sẻ những bức ảnh của những người thân đã khuất hoặc vật kỷ niệm gợi nhớ đến họ. Chúng tôi sẽ chiếu lên các hình ảnh này\, tạo nên một buổi tụ họp chung với tổ tiên. \nNếu quý vị hứng thú\, vui lòng gửi ảnh ở đây trước ngày 7 tháng 5! \nChúng tôi hiểu rằng không phải ai cũng có hoặc sử dụng hình ảnh để tưởng nhớ tổ tiên. Chúng tôi mời quý vị gọi về những ai mình muốn đến bàn thờ chung vào cuộc trình diễn. \nCám ơn quý vị cùng tham gia vào cánh cửa thiêng liêng này <3 \nTHINGS TO KNOW \n*Family friendly\, ADA access\, easy parking \n*Doors will be open approximately 1 hour before showtime on both days. \n*Friday evening show will be low key but there will be offerings to nourish your tummy and heart \n*Saturday showing will feature DJ Kat Lê\, and a casual community meal. Live english to vietnamese translation service offered \nThis performance and event is made possible by the generous support of AsianImprov Arts\, Asian Pacific Islander Cultural Center\, The Dresher Ensemble\, The California Arts Council\, and The Zellerbach Foundation.
URL:https://dresherensemble.org/event/qt-viet-collective-present-ordinary-people/2026-05-30/
LOCATION:Dresher Ensemble Studio\, 2201 Poplar Street\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260531T193000
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SUMMARY:sfSoundGroup
DESCRIPTION:PROGRAM \nErik Satie – CINEMA (1926)\nwith René Clair’s silent Dada short film\, Entr’acte  (1924) \nLarry Polansky – The World’s Longest Melody (1993) \nLarry Polansky – Approaching the Azimuth… (1998) \nLarry Polansky – freeHorn (2004) \nTom Dambly – For Trumpet and Electronics (2026) \nMatt Ingalls – Fences (2001/2026) \nMUSICIANS \nDiane Grubbe\, flute\nMatt Ingalls\, clarinet\nJohn Ingle\, saxophone \nTom Dambly\, trumpet\nBrendan Lai-Tong\, trombone \nGiacomo Fiore\, guitar\nHadley McCarroll\, piano\nKjell Nordeson\, percussion\nMonica Scott\, cello\nLisa Mezzacappa\, bass
URL:https://dresherensemble.org/event/sfsoundgroup/
LOCATION:Dresher Ensemble Studio\, 2201 Poplar Street\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260606T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260606T213000
DTSTAMP:20260516T162135
CREATED:20260516T134000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260516T134040Z
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SUMMARY:RAGA & RAGINIIndian Classical Concert of Vocal & Sarod
DESCRIPTION:Enchanting Hindustani classical evening with vocalist Sohini Mojumdar\, sarodist Sougata Roy Chowdhury\, tabla & harmonium accompaniment:  Gaurav Kale (tabla) & Rajdeep Singh (harmonium). \n\n\n\n\nSougata Roy Chowdhury is a distinguished sarod player from India\, known for his expressive artistry\, deep grounding in the Hindustani classical tradition\, and performances that have moved audiences across the US and Europe. Trained from different significant Gurus from his young age under the lineage of Ustad Ali Akbar Khan\, he combines technical mastery with a sensitive\, soulful style that makes his music accessible to both connoisseurs and new listeners. \n\n\n\n\nSohini Mojumdar is a distinguished Hindustani classical vocalist known for her deeply expressive singing and refined command over raga. Trained under eminent gurus and rooted in the rich traditions. Her music reflects both intellectual depth and emotional nuance. She has performed widely across India and internationally\, captivating audiences with her soulful interpretations and elegant artistry.
URL:https://dresherensemble.org/event/raga-ragini-indian-classical-concert-of-vocal-sarod/
LOCATION:Dresher Ensemble Studio\, 2201 Poplar Street\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260607T191500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260607T213000
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SUMMARY:ROVAGongwoman
DESCRIPTION:ROVA SAXOPHONE QUARTET presents two sets of original compositions. \nFirst\, commissioned works and recent Rova compositions for the quartet\, including Music for Mouths by MIYA MASAOKA\, The Knot Gallery by JOHN BUTCHER\, I\, Norton by GINO ROBAIR and pieces by quartet members. \nIn the second half\, Rova joins by KAREN STACKPOLE (Gongwoman) for a set of Rova works adapted for saxophone quartet plus gongs and percussion. First streamed live in March of 2022\, the works are presented to a live audience for the first time.
URL:https://dresherensemble.org/event/rovagongwoman/
LOCATION:Dresher Ensemble Studio\, 2201 Poplar Street\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260719T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260719T170000
DTSTAMP:20260516T162135
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SUMMARY:Maple Quartet
DESCRIPTION:Founded in 2022 at the Eastman School of Music\, the award winning Maple Quartet is defined by their unified passion for community engagement through performance and presentation in the string quartet medium. \nWhile studying together at Eastman\, members Isabel Chen\, Magali Pelletey\, John Crowley\, and Gabriel Hennebury\, were two time recipients of the Celentano String Quartet Award\, an honor recognizing an undergraduate string quartet of outstanding ability. This recognition supported their entries to national chamber music competitions including the 2025 Frances Walton Competition\, where they were awarded 2nd prize. They also received an honorable mention at the 2025 Saint Paul String Quartet Competition\, and were finalists at the 2025 Coltman Chamber Music Competition. \nThe Quartet’s primary mentors have included members of the Ying and Verona Quartets\, as well as professors Mimi Hwang\, David Bowlin\, and Masumi Per Rostad. They have also been incredibly fortunate to receive instruction from esteemed artists such as members of the Takács and Calidore Quartets\, Misha Amory\, Peter Salaff\, Peter Winograd\, Mathieu Herzog\, Amit Even-Tov\, and Catherine Cosbey. Their notable collaborations have included performances with Robin Scott\, Chiao-Wen Cheng\, Jonathan Swartz\, and Wendy Chen. \nSUMMER 2026 \nThey are spending the summer in California before returning to their graduate studies: Isabel at the New England Conservatory\, Magali at the Rice University Shepherd School of Music\, John at the Juilliard School\, and Gabriel at the University of Michigan School of Music\, Theatre & Dance. \nThe quartet is the 2026 Emerging Artist String Quartet at the Music Academy of the West\, where they will spend four weeks in residence receiving coaching from the Takács Quartet. They have also been selected as the 2026 Fellowship String Quartet at Music in the Vineyards. \nPROGRAM \n\nFranz Joseph Haydn : String Quartet in D Major\, Op. 20 No. 4\, Hob. III:34\n\n\nCaroline Shaw : Valencia\n\n\nAntonín Dvořák : String Quartet No. 10 in E-Flat Major\, Op. 51\n\n\nMAPLE QUARTET \nIsabel Chen\, violin\nMagali Pelletey\, violin\nJohn Crowley\, viola\nGabriel Hennebury\, cello \nMark your calendar: tickets will be available in June.
URL:https://dresherensemble.org/event/maple-quartet/
LOCATION:Dresher Ensemble Studio\, 2201 Poplar Street\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States
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