SCMF Chamber Continuum series: Chamber Workshop with Jonathan Ong
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Resound Collective is excited to introduce the Chamber Continuum, a range of activities designed for individuals who have a passion for chamber music, from beginners to seasoned professionals.
Building on the success of the string quartet workshop, “The Art of Communication,” held in January, the organization is thrilled to present the inaugural workshop in the Continuum series - a Chamber Workshop with Jonathan Ong (1st violinist of the Verona Quartet, USA).
During this workshop, Jonathan will focus on ensemble rehearsal and communication techniques, aiming to provide a highly interactive experience that will be beneficial for both active participants and observers.
This initiative aims to offer year-round coaching activities for chamber music enthusiasts, creating opportunities for engagement between the biennial Singapore Chamber Music Festival.
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Observers may be invited to join in certain activities during the workshop!
Audience engagement during the January 2024 workshop:
About Jonathan Ong
Jonathan Ong, a Singaporean violinist and founding member of the internationally recognized Verona Quartet, is known for his remarkable performances as both a soloist and chamber musician. His artistry has been described as possessing an “ineffable sweetness” (Boston Musical Intelligencer), and he performs globally at renowned venues, including Carnegie Hall, Wigmore Hall, and Philharmonie de Paris. He is currently an Artist Teacher of Violin at Oberlin College & Conservatory.
Listeners can enjoy Jonathan's recordings with the Verona Quartet on Azica Records, Bright Shiny Things Records, and Dynamic Records. The quartet's latest album, featuring the complete string quartets of György Ligeti, was released in December 2023.
Recently appointed Co-Director of Credo Music’s Oberlin String Quartet Institute, Jonathan also teaches at the ENCORE Chamber Music Institute, having run masterclasses at prestigious institutions and festivals throughout the U.S. and beyond.
His quartet is recognized for their accolades at major international competitions, including the Concert Artists Guild (USA) and Wigmore Hall (London), and they received the Cleveland Quartet Award from Chamber Music America in 2020, acknowledging their significant contributions to chamber music. He has learned from notable mentors, including Donald Weilerstein and Alexander Kerr, and has studied with esteemed chamber music ensembles.
Acknowledgements
This workshop is supported by the Low Tuck Kwong Foundation and Bechstein Music World.
About the Singapore Chamber Music Festival
The Singapore Chamber Music Festival brings together music lovers, students, and top performers to Connect, Share, and Celebrate the joys of chamber music. | Visit website
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