Houston Children's Chorus: Chapelwood-Evans Arts Series The Houston Children's Chorus, under the direction of Steve Roddy, will grace us with a lovely performance at 5pm.
Date: Sunday, 2/18/2007
Time: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Location: Chapelwood United Methodist Church Sanctuary
Address: 11140 Greenbay, Houston, TX 77024
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Saturday, February 17, 2007
Friday, February 16, 2007
Bach - Free Concert, Sunday Feb. 18th
The Bach Society presents the Calmus Ensemble of Leipzig in a special Abendmusik on Sunday, February 18, 2007 at 5:00 p.m. The vocal quintet will perform a program of works spanning five centuries, including Bach's motet Jesu, mein Freude, as well as works by Josquin, di Lasso, Elgar, Mendelssohn, Taverner, and other composers.
The Calmus Ensemble, founded in 1999 by former members of the St. Thomas Boys’ Choir and later supplemented by soprano Anja Lipfert, is without question one of the most exciting German vocal ensembles. The jury of the “4th International Robert Schumann Choral Competition 2002”, the a cappella competition “Jugend kulturell 2004”, the “International Contest for Vocal Ensembles 2005” in Tampere (Finland) and the “37th Choral Contest 2005” in Tolosa (Spain) agreed: in all of these highly esteemed competitions Calmus took first place – with great accolades from the audiences as well. The stylistic breadth of the ensemble knows no bounds and extends from medieval sacred music to the era of Romanticism, to lively pop songs and the evergreens of the Comedian Harmonists.
The concert will be held at Christ the King Lutheran Church, located at the corner of Rice Boulevard and Greenbriar. There is no admission charge; a free-will offering will be received to support the series.
For more information visit our website at http://www.bachsocietyhouston.org/ or call (713) 523-2864
The Calmus Ensemble, founded in 1999 by former members of the St. Thomas Boys’ Choir and later supplemented by soprano Anja Lipfert, is without question one of the most exciting German vocal ensembles. The jury of the “4th International Robert Schumann Choral Competition 2002”, the a cappella competition “Jugend kulturell 2004”, the “International Contest for Vocal Ensembles 2005” in Tampere (Finland) and the “37th Choral Contest 2005” in Tolosa (Spain) agreed: in all of these highly esteemed competitions Calmus took first place – with great accolades from the audiences as well. The stylistic breadth of the ensemble knows no bounds and extends from medieval sacred music to the era of Romanticism, to lively pop songs and the evergreens of the Comedian Harmonists.
The concert will be held at Christ the King Lutheran Church, located at the corner of Rice Boulevard and Greenbriar. There is no admission charge; a free-will offering will be received to support the series.
For more information visit our website at http://www.bachsocietyhouston.org/ or call (713) 523-2864
Monday, February 12, 2007
...concert by Kathryn Sparks
As mentioned in my previous post, I attended a classical music pipe organ recital by the Music Director of Memorial Drive Presbyterian Church, Ms. Kathryn Sparks. And to my observant eye and ear, another organist and one of my former chorale directors, Ms. Emily Borling must have been playing the second organ in the upper balcony.
Folks, this is not your typical organ music that you remember from your small church days. Kathryn's music venue proved to be well-thought out, choreographed and inspirational. By the passionate way in which she played, you could tell that she is one of those people (such as myself) who hears God through her music.
She used the full range of the 2002 Schantz Chancel Organ (in front of the pulpit) and the 1972 Casvant Gallery Organ (located in the upper balcony), which included sounds such as flutes, reeds, and small tinkling bells, in addition to more classic pipe organ sounds such as trumpets, stately brass, and the mellow lower pitched tubas.
I thoroughly enjoyed the entire concert. Favorite pieces included "Toccata and Fugue in D Minor" by J.S. Bach and "Fanfare for the Common Man" by Aaron Copland, that somehow ties in my memory to one of the films I've seen out at Space Center Houston. In addition, Kathryn put together an artistic piece using happier moments from "The Lord of the Rings" by Howard Shore combined with beautiful images from the film trilogy.
Perhaps the most joyful part of the concert occurred when Kathryn and yes (noticeably to the trained ear, a second organist friend), played some of the lighter flute and reed tunes from Tchaikovsky's "The Nutcracker Suite, Opus 71a". The delight of playing the pieces showed in the light finger work as Kathryn gleefully played "Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy", and the creativity of the two organists combined in "Marche Characteristique".
The overall concert experience was delightful. The presentation of the keyboard and the footwork shown on two separate video panels made this concert an event to remember.
Folks, this is not your typical organ music that you remember from your small church days. Kathryn's music venue proved to be well-thought out, choreographed and inspirational. By the passionate way in which she played, you could tell that she is one of those people (such as myself) who hears God through her music.
She used the full range of the 2002 Schantz Chancel Organ (in front of the pulpit) and the 1972 Casvant Gallery Organ (located in the upper balcony), which included sounds such as flutes, reeds, and small tinkling bells, in addition to more classic pipe organ sounds such as trumpets, stately brass, and the mellow lower pitched tubas.
I thoroughly enjoyed the entire concert. Favorite pieces included "Toccata and Fugue in D Minor" by J.S. Bach and "Fanfare for the Common Man" by Aaron Copland, that somehow ties in my memory to one of the films I've seen out at Space Center Houston. In addition, Kathryn put together an artistic piece using happier moments from "The Lord of the Rings" by Howard Shore combined with beautiful images from the film trilogy.
Perhaps the most joyful part of the concert occurred when Kathryn and yes (noticeably to the trained ear, a second organist friend), played some of the lighter flute and reed tunes from Tchaikovsky's "The Nutcracker Suite, Opus 71a". The delight of playing the pieces showed in the light finger work as Kathryn gleefully played "Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy", and the creativity of the two organists combined in "Marche Characteristique".
The overall concert experience was delightful. The presentation of the keyboard and the footwork shown on two separate video panels made this concert an event to remember.
Sunday, February 11, 2007
I am not worthy, I am not worthy
Look what I did tonight! I indulged in one of my favorite passions, listening to classical music on a pipe organ. More info to follow, I promise!
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Top 10 (Culturally Diverse) West Houston restaurants:
- Café Red Onion, Eldridge Enclave Parkway, 1111 Eldridge Parkway, Houston, TX 77077, Phone: (281) 293-7500, Website http://www.caferedonion.com/– Tex Mex with a South American twist. Enjoy the tostado chips and red and green salsas, made with tropical fruits such as pineapple and mango. Try a couple of their classics: Seafood Enchildas or their signature eggplant dish. Lovely margaritas and my personal favorite - rum vanilla coke.
- Le Mistral, 1420 Eldridge Road, Houston, TX 77077, Phone: 832.379.8322, Website http://www.lemistralhouston.com/ – Wonderful French food - no time or on a budget? Try the mushroom soup with some of their wonderful french bread or perhaps the lively spring mix salad with raspberry dressing. Enjoy a glass of wine if you have a bit more time.
- Carmelo's, 14795 Memorial Drive, Houston, TX 77079, Phone: 281.531.0696, Website: www.carmelosrestaurant.com Contact: carmeloshouston@carmelosrestaurant.com - Lovely northern italian cuisine.
- Hungry's Café & Bistro, 14075 Memorial Drive, Houston, TX 77079, Phone: 281.493.1520, Hours: Daily 11:00am - 10:00pm, Website: http://www.hungryscafe.com/– Heart-healthy continental, with a touch of Mediterranean flare.
- Ninfa’s, 14737 Memorial Drive, Houston, TX 77079, Phone: 281.497.5100 - Authentic Houston Tex Mex from the classic recipes of the one and only Mama Ninfa.
- La Hacienda, 14759 Memorial Dr., Houston, TX, Phone: (281) 493-2252, Website: www.lahaciendamexrestaurant.com – true Tex Mex, any style you want it. Delicious and classic enchildas.
- Dimassi’s, 11335 Katy FwyHouston, TX 77079-2000, Phone: 713.465.8222, restaurant review website: http://www.b4-u-eat.com/houston/restaurants/reviews/rsv0993.asp - Mediterranean buffet. Also see my post dated 2/19/2007.
- Carrabba's, 11339 Katy FreewayHouston, TX 77079, Phone: 713.464.6595, Website: http://www.carrabbas.com/ – Northern italian, with a Texas flare. Split with a friend or grab a takeout carton and enjoy the next day.
- Roadster's Ice House, 14160 Grisby, Houston TX 77079, Phone:
281.293.0941, restaurant review website: http://www.b4-u-eat.com/houston/restaurants/reviews/rsv4342.asp – The best darned hamburger and fries I’ve ever eaten! Check out the homemade ketchup and fixins for the homemade fries...
- Liebman's Wine & Fine Foods, 14529 Memorial Drive, Houston, TX 77079, Phone: 281.493.3663, Fax: 281.493.3354 Website: http://www.leibmans.com/ – Pick your favorite sinful eating habit and browse around – wine, coffee, chocolates, deli meats and cheeses, gourmet cooking. They also have gift certificates and baskets for your corporate or personal needs.
Why I enjoy living in West Houston
Along with all of this commerce comes a diversity of cultures fed by the boom of higher priced energy. Our local economy benefits greatly, since a percentage of these monies winds up back in the community. The industry helps sponsor local activities such as leadership in Boy Scouts or Girl Scouts, Volunteers in Public Schools (VIPS), assisting food pantries and hurricane relief efforts, and benefiting medical charities such as multiple sclerosis.
We have a high interest in educating our children and our community, and put great effort into supporting our local schools and also in building our local park systems.
What would you like to know about West Houston?
We have a high interest in educating our children and our community, and put great effort into supporting our local schools and also in building our local park systems.
What would you like to know about West Houston?
Introduction
Welcome to my blog! My name is Terre Parker, host of a blog about life in (West) Houston, Texas. I will start out by telling you about the area I live in, and hope to eventually introduce you to the remainder of the city and the culture as well.
I live in the Houston West Energy Corridor, which is currently booming with new buildings, construction on Interstate 10, hotels, restaurants and commerce in general. I have lived in the area for over 20 years and have watched my neighborhood bloom with different cultures, foods, people, parks and places. What once felt like a small town, has now grown into a more regionally recognized area, especially in the oil and gas industry.
We have most of the major corporate oil, gas and chemical companies nearby, including: BP, ExxonMobil Chemical, Citgo, Conoco-Phillips, Shell, and associated engineering, drilling, marine, seismic, and geophysical companies.
I live in the Houston West Energy Corridor, which is currently booming with new buildings, construction on Interstate 10, hotels, restaurants and commerce in general. I have lived in the area for over 20 years and have watched my neighborhood bloom with different cultures, foods, people, parks and places. What once felt like a small town, has now grown into a more regionally recognized area, especially in the oil and gas industry.
We have most of the major corporate oil, gas and chemical companies nearby, including: BP, ExxonMobil Chemical, Citgo, Conoco-Phillips, Shell, and associated engineering, drilling, marine, seismic, and geophysical companies.
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