Appearance - Modern Family The Wedding Part 2
Watch the season finale of Modern Family: The Wedding Part 2 where Christian Hebel will be part of the Mitch and Cam's wedding on ABC tonight May 21, 2014 at 9/8 c.
Concert Review: Symphoria Pops Pizazz
Syracuse.com The Post Standard
Linda Loomis | Contributing writer
on May 17, 2014 at 2:42 PM, updated May 17, 2014 at 2:49 PM
By Abel Searor
Contributing Writer
Symphoria wrapped up its inaugural season May 16 under the baton of principle pops conductor Sean O'Laughlin, with the musicians of Symphoria taking the audience on a tour of the great film scores of the past 75 years. The concert featured internationally renowned violinist Christian Hebel and the Syracuse Pops Chorus, making the experience a triple treat for movie music fans.
The concert opened, fittingly, with the brass introducing the familiar "20th Century Fox Fanfare" followed immediately by "A Tribute to John Williams," which included themes recognizable to anyone who has set foot in a movie theater or turned on a television set. The audience responded enthusiastically to themes from "Star Wars," "Jaws," and "Indiana Jones," as well as snippets of other unmistakable Williams' offerings.
The orchestra celebrated the 75th anniversary of "Gone With the Wind" with Max Steiner's soaring "Tara's Theme" played with power and passion. Violinist Christian Hebel took the stage for a reading of "Selections from 'Fiddler on the Roof,'" as arranged by John Williams for the 1971 film. The solo was played with passion and fire but was occasionally overtaken by the orchestra. This piece had an excellent overall effect despite a few awkward transitions
The first half closed with "The Sea Hawk Suite for Orchestra," from a 1940 swashbuckling film starring Errol Flynn, with a score by German emigrant Erich Korngold. A demanding and well-articulated brass line opened the piece, but when the full orchestra came in it was difficult not to notice the lack of sound from the strings, which were easily overpowered by the winds. A charming middle section for strings and harp was played with sentimentality and gave way to a return to the opening material to end the first half with a blast.
After intermission, local artist, Robert Oddy was introduced and thanked for funds raised in a raffle of his original piece of stained glass. The raffle was won by Oddy's fellow Pops chorus member Linda Saul and raised over $15,000 for Symphoria.
"Music from Apollo 13," featuring principle trumpet John Raschella, opened the second half, followed by a strikingly similar piece from "JFK," also featuring Raschella on another mournful trumpet solo. The concert slowed considerably at this point, with little variety in the programming. Hebel performed again on "The Kiss" from "Last of the Mohicans" and "Theme from 'Schindler's List," a beautiful, melancholy dialogue between Hebel and Alina Plourde's English horn solo, which set the audience on its feet. Hebel's final piece was the sensual tango from "Scent of a Woman," which was played with precision and artistry on all fronts.
The Syracuse Pops Chorus, under the leadership of Lou Lemos, joined Symphoria for the "Forrest Gump Suite" and "Hymn to the Fallen" from "Saving Private Ryan." The chorus sang with beautiful, rich blend, adding colorful harmonies to the sound palette. Unfortunately, the over amplification distorted the overall soundscape of the pieces. Debbie Cunningham played the piano solo from the "Forrest Gump Suite" with a nuance and musicianship, truly an asset to the ensemble.
The final concert of the season ended on an energetic but rather dark note with the "Duel of the Fates" from "The Phantom Menace." The choir did well with the Sanskrit text of this rhythmic battle sequence, and strings played with brilliance, a welcome departure from the sleepy sounds of the previous several pieces.
A revitalized and revamped symphony orchestra, Symphoria wrapped up its first full season in style, offering entertainment with pizazz to the delight of patrons who enjoy the entertainment of pops concerts.
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Christian Hebel, Guest Violinist Symphoria Pops IV Syracuse, New York May 16, 2014.
Symphoria explores Hollywood old and new with this diverse program. Guest violinist Christian Hebel shares his special talents in music from Cinema Paradiso, Fiddler on the Roof, Schindler's List and many others.
The Syracuse Pops Chorus will also take to the stage for a spectacular performance of John Williams best known music!
Pops IV - Symphoria Goes to the Movies Friday May 16 at 7:30PM Crouse-Hinds Concert Theater Sean O'Loughlin, conductor; Christian Hebel, violin; Syracuse Pops Chorus; Lou Lemos, director
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Christian Hebel at Symphoria, additional shows announced
In addition to the May 16 show with Symphoria at the Crouse Hinds Theater in Syracuse, NY, Christian Hebel will be performing with Symphoria's Sean O'Laughlin, principal pops conductor, at the:
Cortland High School Auditorium in Cortland, NY on May 17 at 7:30pm
For May 17 tickets, click here
Rome Capitol Theater in Rome, NY on May 18 at 2:30pm.
For May 18 tickets, click here.
Kate Baldwin, Stephanie J. Block, Christian Hebel & More Set for FIDDLER AT 50 Symphony Space Gala, 4/28
On April 28, Symphony Space will host its spring gala, Fiddler at 50, to celebrate the fiftieth anniversary of Fiddler on the Roof. The evening will honor Sheldon Harnick, the Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize-winning lyricist behind the iconic musical.
Violinist Christian Hebel
The evening will be hosted by BD Wong. Performers includeKate Baldwin, Christina Bianco, Stephanie J. Block, Len Cariou, La Tanya Hall, Clint Holmes, Tovah Feldshuh, Linda Lavin, Megan McGinnis, Trevor McQueen, Jane Monheit, Christine Pedi, Andrew Rannells, Tori Scott and Leslie Uggams. Violinist Christian Hebel will be performing the role of The Fiddler. A special presentation to Mr. Harnick will be made by Lynn Ahrens. Please note that artists are subject to change. The concert performance of Fiddler at 50 will be produced and directed by Jim Caruso and John McDaniel. The previously announced Joanna Gleason will unfortunately not be performing.
Read full article here: Broadwayworld.com
Hey Friends..
I had to pull out of the Trumpet of the Swan concerts next month at the Annenberg Center in Beverly Hills. If you purchased tickets you can contact them about getting a refund.
Thanks,
Christian
Christian Hebel at opening night - Hedwig and the Angry Inch
On April 22, 2014 Christian Hebel attended the opening night of Hedwig and the Angry Inch to honor and support his friend and star of the show, Neil Patrick Harris, at the Belasco Theater.
Photo by Christian Hebel
After the show, Neil Patrick Harris and pals celebrated opening night of "Hedwig and the Angry Inch" at Tao Downtown.
Neil Patrick Harris with pals Christian Hebel, Rachael Harris, Christina Hendricks and Geoffrey Arend.
Read full article here: Variety
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Christian Hebel at Young Arts Master Class
On April 3, 2014, Christian Hebel taught a master class at the Baryshnikov Arts Center in NYC for the musicians of National YoungArts Foundation, after which he posted on Twitter:
Photo by Christian Hebel
Had such a great time teaching a master class for the talented musicians of @YoungArts. You guys are going places!
Christian is a Master Teacher for YoungArts. The National YoungArts Foundation identifies and supports the next generation of artists, and contributes to the cultural vitality of the nation by investing in the artistic development of talented young artists in the literary, performing, visual and design arts. YoungArts provides emerging artists (ages 15-18 or grades 10-12) with life-changing experiences with renowned mentors, access to significant scholarships, national recognition, and other opportunities throughout their careers to help ensure that the nation’s most outstanding young artists are encouraged to pursue careers in the arts. Support is offered in ten artistic disciplines: cinematic arts, dance, design arts, jazz, music, photography, theater, visual arts, voice and writing.
For more information on Young Arts, click here
Christian Hebel to play "The Fiddler" for the 50th Anniversary celebration of Fiddler on the Roof.
Symphony Space will celebrate the 50th anniversary of the classic musical Fiddler on the Roof with Fiddler at 50, a gala concert honoring the show's lyricist, Sheldon Harnick, on April 28, 2014.
Hosted by BD Wong, the evening will feature performances by Broadway veterans Kate Baldwin (Big Fish), Stephanie J. Block (Little Miss Sunshine), Len Cariou (Blue Bloods), Linda Lavin (The Lyons), Megan McGinnis (Little Women), jazz singer Jane Monheit, Andrew Rannells (Girls), and Leslie Uggams (On Golden Pond). Violinist Christian Hebel will perform the role of the Fiddler. Fiddler on the Roof, which premiered on Broadway in 1964, features lyrics by Harnick, music by Jerry Bock, and a book by Joseph Stein.
Fiddler at 50 is produced and directed by Jim Caruso and John McDaniel, and the gala is cochaired by Lenore Davis and Amy Wilson. The evening will take place at Capitale on Manhattan's Lower East Side.
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Christian Hebel plays for Neil Patrick Harris
The Drama League's 30th annual "Musical Celebration of Broadway" honors Hedwig and the Angry Inch star Neil Patrick Harris at the Pierre Hotel in New York City on February 3, 2014.
Christian Hebel plays a tune for NPH
Violinist Christian Hebel pauses to salute the man of honor.
Neil Patrick Harris, Christian Hebel, Rachael Harris & David Burtka
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