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A Mini Chamber Music Festival<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

Vivaldi\u2019s *The Four Seasons*<\/em> is one of classical music\u2019s most beloved works. With its lively and evocative music, the piece takes us through the birdsong of spring, the thunderstorms of summer, the harvest festivals of fall, and the bitter cold of winter. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The work was published exactly 300 years ago, in 1725, as part of a collection of twelve concertos. It was received with great admiration, not least for how vividly and expressively nature and human emotions are portrayed through the music. Each concerto is accompanied by a poem that explains what the music depicts, making *The Four Seasons* an early example of program music. With virtuosity and drama, Vivaldi invites us to listen and feel how the year unfolds through the notes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

First up on Friday evening is the<\/em> Klughardt Woodwind Quintet<\/em>, which offers romantic warmth and charm, with clear influences from both Brahms and Schumann. With its rich woodwind sound and well-balanced form, the ensemble showcases Klughardt\u2019s flair for both lyricism and technical mastery. A somewhat forgotten gem from the German Romantic era. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Next, we get a taste of Gounod\u2019s playful elegance and melodic lightness in *Petite Symphonie*<\/em>, with the French esprit that permeates his music. The classical form meets romantic sounds in this symphony for nine woodwind instruments, in which the flute, in particular, shines in its solo passages. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Out in our public foyer, Schubert\u2019s final chamber music work, the String Quintet in C major<\/em> \u2014which is also one of his most beloved\u2014will be performed. With its unusual instrumentation (two cellos), the quintet creates a deeper and more resonant sound world. Here, fragile beauty blends with existential weight, and joy of life with darkness. This evening, the third movement, Scherzo\u2013Trio, will be performed. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Featuring percussion and timpani, the contemporary composition *Geaux*<\/em> by American composer L. J. Moore draws inspiration from the energy and rhythms of the American South. *Geaux* (pronounced \u201cgo\u201d) is a rhythmic powerhouse that plays with pulses and textures and explores the driving force of music in a way that is both playful and physical. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Evening Program Schedule<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Concert Hall<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

6:00 p.m.<\/strong> Klughardt \u2013 Woodwind Quintet<\/em> (20 min)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Performers<\/strong>; Flute: Ebba Wall\u00e9n; Clarinet: Tania Villasuso Couceiro; Bassoon: Maria Kindell; Horn: Edna Fernandes; Oboe: Yui Ito<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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7:00 p.m.<\/strong>Gounod \u2013 Petite Symphonie for Winds<\/em> (21′)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Performers<\/strong>; Flute: Ebba Wall\u00e9n; Clarinet: Tania Villasuso Couceiro, Jonas Olsson Hakelind; Bassoon: Berthold Grosse, Maria Kindell; Horn: Orvar Johansson, Yerang Ko; Oboe: Yui Ito, Johannes \u00d6gren<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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8:00 p.m.<\/strong>Vivaldi \u2013 The Four Seasons<\/em> (37′)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Performers<\/strong>, First Violin: Miguel Chamorro, Matias Malmqvist, Kitiara Braune, Per-Erik Andersson, Lisa Erpelding, Amandus Lind, Second Violin: Pontus Bj\u00f6rk, EvaBritt Molander, Mikhail Zatin, Thomas Nichols, Patrik Kimmerud, Viola: Malgorata Blazcyk, Pablo Mu\u00f1oz Salido, Karolina Bednarz, \u00c5sa HjelmCello: Florian Erpelding, Kerstin Isaksson, Kristina TereschatovDouble Bass: Jan-Emil Kuisma, Josefin Landm\u00e9rHarpsichord: Jonas Olsson<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The Fan Section<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

6:30 p.m. <\/strong>Moore \u2013 Geaux<\/em> (7′)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Performers<\/strong>; Percussion: Maximilliano Polo; Timpani: Ian Pinies<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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7:00 p.m. Schubert \u2013 String Quintet in C Major<\/em> (12\u2019) III. Scherzo \u2013 Trio <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Performers<\/strong>, violin: Andreas Olsson, Kersti Wilhelmsson, viola: Ester Forsberg, cello: Bekhbat Tsagaanchuluun, Karin Bjurman<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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7:30 p.m. . Moore \u2013 Geaux<\/em> (7′)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Performers<\/strong>; Percussion: Maximilliano Polo; Timpani: Ian Pinies<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Spelrum – Ume\u00e5’s new cultural festival. The initiative is organized by Visit Ume\u00e5 and the City of Ume\u00e5. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/picture>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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What is Spelrum?<\/h5>\n\n\n\n

Spelrum is a new cultural event in Ume\u00e5 where organizations, cultural actors, dedicated enthusiasts, event organizers, and businesses come together to create an evening full of creativity and experiences. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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No free pass is required<\/h5>\n\n\n\n

Admission is free all evening, and no free tickets are required. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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