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The mission of the Auditorium Chamber Music Series is to bring outstanding performances of a wide variety of chamber music to the region and to offer high-quality musical experiences and education.

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2025-2026 SEASON

Lyyra – September 25, 2025 Jeremy Denk & Richard O’Neill – November 20, 2025 Viano Quartet – January 23, 2026 ANNIVERSARY Quartetto Gelato – April 2, 2026

ACMS BOARD

William Voxman, Dale Moore, William Sischo Kenton Bird, Gerri Sayler

ACMS TEAM Eneida Larti, Director Navin Chettri, Manager Monica Evans, Music Events Operations Coordinator

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April 7-8 Help us get to $40,000 on our 40th anniversary and keep world-class chamber music thriving in the Palouse!

Great news! We’re halfway there! $20,000 has already been pledged by our generous supporters Dale Moore, Bill Sischo, Jo Ellen Force, Bill Voxman & Joanne Reece.

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QUARTETTO GELATO Colin Maier, oboe, vocals Tino Popovic, violin, vocals Matti Pulkki, accordion Dobrochna Zubek, cello Romamolda Hora........................................................................Traditional (arr. Peter De Sotto and Alexander Sevastian) Under Paris Skies......................................Kim Gannon and Hubert Giraud (arr. Bill Bridges) La Vie en Rose.........................................Edith Piaf (arr. Quartetto Gelato) Song For the Mira................... Allister MacGillivray (arr. Quartetto Gelato) “Rodeo and Juliette” Suite in 3 Movements...................................Various (arr. Charles Cozens) Spaghetti Roads....................................John Denver and Ennio Morricone (arr. Charles Cozens) INTERMISSION

Pipes...........................................................................................Traditional (arr. Colin Maier and Mark Camilleri) Mesecina....................................Goran Bregovic (arr. Konstantin Popovic) “Summer” from The Four Seasons......................................Antonio Vivaldi (arr. Matti Pulkki) Gypsy Rhapsody..............................................Viktor Gridin (arr. D. Varelas) Tanti Anni Prima.................................Astor Piazzolla (arr. Charles Cozens) Minnie the Moocher............................Cab Calloway (arr. Charles Cozens) Klezmer Explosion....................................Traditional (arr. Charles Cozens)

ABOUT QUARTETTO GELATO

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irtuosic showpieces and romantic ballads, blazing Romani tunes and forgotten chestnuts, all brought to life with multi-instrument mastery: this is Quartetto Gelato—a popular and highly unusual classical quartet.

With sold-out performances in New York, Washington, L.A., London, Tokyo, Hong Kong and elsewhere, this dazzling ensemble has enchanted audiences and critics worldwide with its exotic blend of musical virtuosity, artistic passion and humour. With a performance repertoire that spans the globe and includes classical masterworks, engaging vocals, the sizzling energy of tangos, Romani, and klezmer songs, the group’s theatrical stage presence and relaxed humour establish an intimate rapport with audiences worldwide.

Quartetto Gelato’s international career was launched when they won the coveted title of NPR Performance Today’s “Debut Artist of the Year.” The group’s first DVD, Quartetto Gelato: A Concert in Wine Country, was picked up by PBS throughout the U.S. in 2007 and is still broadcast regularly. The group is regularly heard on CBC, Classical 96.3 FM, NPR, PRI, and NUR networks, not to mention the soundtrack of the Hollywood film Only You, starring Robert Downey Jr. and Marisa Tomei. At the 2010 INDIE Awards, Quartetto Gelato was honoured as Best Classical Ensemble, and achieved unique global reach when Canadian astronaut Dr. Robert Thirsk chose their first two CDs to take on board during his NASA flight on the space shuttle Columbia, to literally be heard around the world!

Quartetto Gelato released a highly successful first CD in 1994. Subsequent recordings such as Neapolitan Café (2001) and Musica Latina (2009) showcase the ensemble’s flair for imaginative international themes – Travels the Orient Express (2004) features music associated with stops along the route of the famous train.

The quartet recorded a Christmas CD in 2010 and their 9th disc, All Original – 100% Canadian, featuring works written for the group by Canadian composers that highlight their signature style. QG released their 10th album Tasty Tunes in 2021. The album features a blend of fun, eclecticism, international flavours, multi-instrumentation, vocals and superb musicianship.

Quartetto Gelato would like to acknowledge the generous support of FACTOR and the Canada Council for the Arts.

Quartetto Gelato is represented by General Arts Touring, Inc. info@GenArtsTouring.com Highland, NY

A MESSAGE FROM THE ACMS DIRECTOR:

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would like to extend my heartfelt appreciation to our donors, sponsors, and audience members for their generous support. Your contributions have ensured that the Auditorium Chamber Music Series could bring exceptional music to our community.

A special thank you goes to Ann Marie and Robert McGee for their continued support of the ACMS concerts, workshops, and masterclasses. Their generosity has made a lasting impact, helping to inspire audiences and nurture the next generation of musicians.

This season is especially meaningful as we celebrate the 40th anniversary of the ACMS. Since its founding by Mary DuPree, the series has enriched the Palouse with extraordinary performances and educational opportunities. We are profoundly grateful to Mary for her vision in establishing ACMS and would like to also recognize former ACMS directors Leonard Garrison and Roger McVey for their tireless contribution to the series.

This program also recognizes donors who contributed to the ACMS from January 2025 through February 2026, which made possible this season. We are deeply grateful for your continued support as we look forward to the next season!

Eneida Larti, ACMS Director Distinguished ACMS Donors (Lifetime donations of $70,000+) Janet Lecompte, In Memoriam Ann Marie & Robert McGee Bill Voxman and Joanne Reece Jo Ellen Force (Lifetime donations of $30,000+) Kenton Bird and Gerri Sayler Ron Force, In Memoriam Mary DuPree and Mark Hume Dale Moore and William Sischo

Season Sponsors ($10,000-$15,000) Jo Ellen Force Dale Moore and William Sischo Joanne Reece and Bill Voxman

ACMS Sustainers ($500-$749) - cont.

Martha and John McIver Kathy Warren

ACMS Benefactors ($250-$499) Karen and Don Burnett Janet and Alton Campbell Nancy and Evan Holmes ACMS Artists’ Circle ($2,500-$4,999) Suzanne Kurtz Kent Nelson Eneida Larti and Sam Welsh Kay and George Simmons Roger McVey and Giselle Hillyer Vern and Vanessa Sielert Ronald McFarland and Georgia ACMS Chamber Circle ($1,000-$2,499) Toppe Ruth Funabiki Debby McLaughlin Mary Jo and Joel Hamilton Kerri and Lee Vierling Mark Hume and Mary DuPree ACMS Concert Sponsor ($5,000-$9,999) Ellen Thiem

ACMS Patrons’ Circle ($750-$999) John and Ann Norton ACMS Sustainers ($500-$749) Tom Besser and Kathy Potter Janice Boughton and Mac Cantrell Willy Brandal Sean Butterfield and Miranda Wilson Janet and Duane DeTemple Jan and Jack Keller Lucille and Stanton Linden, In Memoriam Jay Mauchley

ACMS Supporters ($100-$249) Dave Barber Maarn and John Crepeau Leonard Garrison and Shannon Scott Kelly Renee Jennings Jennifer and John O’Laughlin Nels and Joyce Reese Paul Robinson Friends of ACMS ($25-$99) Sara and Jeremy Baker David and Kimberly Jackson

If your name is missing or you would like to discuss giving opportunities, please email chmusic@uidaho.edu.

The Auditorium Chamber Music Series is supported by individual donations, ticket sales, in-kind contributions, and major sponsors:

This programming/project is supported in part by Creative West, Idaho Commission on the Arts, and the National Endowment for the Arts.

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