I am very pleased to present:

William Braun-Piano, and Sergio Pallottelli-Flute.

Mr. Braun will be preforming on a restored 1907 Mason and Hamlin model AA., Rosewood case.

The Program:

Sonate in F major, Opus 24, for Flute and Piano. ‘Spring’ Ludwig von Beethoven.

Machines of Loving Grace, for Flute and Piano. Deborah Fischer Teason, Composer.

Sonata in A Major for Flute and Piano… Cesar Franck.

Please RSVP. As you know, seating is intimate.

More info to follow…

I am extremely please to present Christopher Grundy, Baritone and William Braun, Piano, performing an hour of French music, sung in French by Mr. Grundy.

Please RSVP to join us: Tuesday, September 2. Door open at 5pm for refreshments.

The downbeat is at 6pm at 963 State St., New Haven, CT

The program includes:

Ravel, Cinq melodies populaires grecques, Don Quichotte a Dulcinee. Debussy, Trois Ballades de Francois Villon. Poulenc, Banalities, and more…

Seating is limited so please RSVP to : 203-785-8780 or brent@evanspiano.com

Admission is Free!, however donations are always graciously accepted to help support the fine musicians.

AND! We are featuring the artwork of noted painter SIGRUN MUELLER. Information about Sigrun and examples of her work are about to be posted on my website: www.evanspiano.com

We look forward to seeing you here!

Brent Evans

I am very pleased to present this very exciting pianist, George Bowerman, at 963 State St. Piano shop and Gallery.

I am inviting young musicians and parents of young musicians to come witness a truly inspired young man who has just been accepted to study music at Dickinson College, Carlisle, PA.

Please RSVP if you can attend:

Friday, June 20th. The downbeat will be at 8 pm so please arrive early for a good seat. (Not that there is a bad one). The recital will be about 1 hr. in length.

Come as you are to wish George “All the best” on his journey. Refreshments, friends and folly to follow.

While you are here: I am currently featuring the “Collages” of SIGRUN MUELLER. Sigrun will be at this concert, so you can talk to her about her amazing work!

Please join us! Feel free to bring a friend! The flowers are in bloom in our alley garden.

The Prgram: Prelude and Fugue in Cm/ J.S. Bach

Prelude No. 4 in DM, Op 23/ Rachmaninoff

Sonata No. 17, Op. 31, No. 2/ Beethoven

Danzas Argentinas Nos. I, II and III/ Ginastera

Ballade No.1 in Gm/ Chopin

Friday, May 2nd, the downbeat at 8pm, I will be presenting:

Sergio Pallottelli-Flute, Wayne Lin-Violin, Joanna Becker-Violin, Renate Falkner-Viola, Ezra Seltzer-Cello, Joe Magar-Double Bass, Jose Lezcano-Guitar.

Six Concertos for Flute, Guitar and Strings and Continuo, OP 10…….Antonin Vivaldi

Please call or email us if you can join us for this special program.

Sorry! We cannot promise a seat. Please do come if you don’t mind standing. We will feed you with good music, friends and drink.

brent@evanspiano.com or 203-785-8780.

Jazz at the Piano Shop with Jeff Fuller & Friends

On Saturday, April 26th, at 8:00pm, New Haven’s premier jazz bassist Jeff Fuller will be joined by pianist Kent Hewitt and Bob Kolb on tenor sax and flute. These fine musicians will be putting their expert spin on time honored jazz standards, blues and bossa novas. Jeff will be showcasing his Hawkes Hybrid Upton bass, made in Mystic, CT by Gary Upton . Kent will be playing a restored rosewood, Mason and Hamlin model AA, built in 1905.

Come hear two sets of legendary music played on very special instruments by very gifted musicians.

‘NOT ONLY THAT’… while you listen, enjoy looking at:

“Jazz Collages”- Painter, Sigrun Mueller. A ‘First Showing’ compelling collection by this celebrated artist, inspired by the late Oscar Peterson, Art Tatum and others- will be on display. Sigrun will be on hand to share the great music and answer any questions that you may have about her work.

‘NOT ONLY THAT’ included this evening…

Lucky Us! Rusty of legendary Marjolaine Pastries is bringing his fine food. Rusty has invited those of us who would enjoy coffee and more of his legendary creations, to walk next door after the concert!

Where: Brenton Evans Piano Shop at 963 State St., New Haven.

When: Saturday, April 26th @ 8pm sharp. Please arrive early as seating is limited.

Suggested donation: $20. Wine and fine edibles included!

Please join us for what will be a special evening and help keep great musicians and great live music alive!

PLEASE RSVP! Let us know if you can come as seating is limited.

brent@evanspiano.com or 203-785-8780.

Updated Concert Information!

RSVP is essential, as seating very is limited.

Since last year we have hosted 10 very well received concerts featuring only the best of New Havens finest musicians. I am happy to report it looks as though this trend will continue as we are already planning concerts for Fall and Spring of 2008/09. Please Join Us!

Friday February 8th *This concert is full*

I am very pleased to present:

William Braun on Piano, Sergio Pallottelli on Flute with Tom Hudson on Cello. These extraodinary musicians will be playing a variety of composers, like you’ve never heard them.

Downbeat is promptly at 8 pm. Please arrive early.

Suggested donation: $20.00. Reception to follow. Please stay and visit.

Our next scheduled event: May 2nd.

The fabulous String quartet with flute and guitar soloists, playing 6 Vivaldi Concertos, with surprises.

Downbeat 8pm sharp. Please arrive early. Wine etc. reception to follow. Artists CD’s will be available.

Suggested donation: $30.00

Our next event: April 26.

Featuring renown New Haven Bassist, Jeff Fuller, Pianist, Kent Hewitt and Tenor Saxophone Bob Kolb. Reception to follow. Please stay and visit. Artist CD’s will be available.

Suggested donation: $20:00.

If you are interested in future concerts please email us. www.brent@evanspiano.com

Gallery 963:

Currently featuring: Paintings and sculpture of David Bowerman and Photographs by Phyllis Crowley.

Stop by on Tuesday or Friday after 2pm to see (or purchase). Or call for an appointment, (785-8780) or look for the “Open” flag if you are in the neighborhood.

We hope to see you at the shop or at our next event!