Author Archives: Lyn Bronson

Frederica von Stade in a Charming Farewell

Pianist Kristin Pankonin & Frederica von Stade Mezzo soprano Frederica von Stade appeared on stage at Sunset Center yesterday afternoon before an enthusiastic audience to present the second event in the Carmel Music Society’s strong 2011-2012 season. The Music Society’s … Continue reading

Archived in these categories: Carmel Music Society, Vocal


Pianist Antonio Iturrioz at Cabrillo College

Antonio Iturrioz was born in Cuba and came to the United States when he was 7 years old. He played his first concert at age 9 and made his orchestral debut at age 15 playing the Liszt First Piano Concerto. … Continue reading

Archived in these categories: Piano


Pianist Péter Tóth – Soloist with the Palo Alto Philharmonic

Pianist Péter Tóth It is certainly no surprise that Palo Alto, one of the most interesting communities in the United States, has a fine community orchestra (it is known as the “Palo Alto Philharmonic,” now in its 24th year). It’s … Continue reading

Archived in these categories: Piano


Pianist Nobuyuki Tsujii Opens Carmel Music Society’s 2011-2012 Season

Those attending the Carmel Music Society’s season-opening event, a recital by Van Cliburn Piano Competition Gold Medalist Nobuyuki Tsujii, arrived at Sunset Center yesterday afternoon expecting to hear one pianist. However, by the end of the afternoon’s performance it was … Continue reading

Archived in these categories: Carmel Music Society, Piano


Pianist Anton Nel and the St. Petersburg String Quartet

As Chamber Music Monterey Bay introduced its new season last night at Sunset Center in Carmel, President Amy Anderson was on hand to greet the audience, welcome back the St. Petersburg String Quartet (SPSQ), and also to beat the drum … Continue reading

Archived in these categories: Chamber music, Chamber Music Monterey Bay, Piano