If you enjoy music in an intimate and friendly setting, become a subscriber of L’Ermitage Foundation’s Concert Series. We offer concerts where members of the audience can mingle with the artists as well as other attendees. These concerts are private to our donors and their guests and are not open to the public.
VIJAY VENKATESH has been hailed in concert reviews for his "sublime phrasing, tremendous and powerful virtuosity, and beautiful lyricism in performances." He has been recognized on three continents as a pianist with profound musicianship, sparkling pianism, and an innate sense of partnership
EVA SCHAUMKELL has performed in the United States and throughout Europe with "interpretational skills that combine intuition and analytical sense and remarkable musical maturity." She is a brilliant soloist and collaborator, praised for her "astonishing combination of depth of expression and thrilling virtuosity".
Back by popular demand Two-time Broadway World Award winner, SUSAN EDWARDS MARTIN-best known for originating the role of Lady Blues in the Tony Award winning Broadway hit-Torch Song Trilogy-returns to dazzle us once again with the premiere of her brand new CD, You've Gotta Have Heart, a heartfelt tribute to the American Songbook. Susan will be joined by a stellar trio: Musical Director, TONY CAMPODONICO, on keyboards, SINCLAIR LOFT, on drums, and RANDY LANDAS, on bass. Don't miss this unforgettable evening with a truly dynamic performer and vocalist!
HENRY GRONNIER, French born violinist, has appeared throughout the world in recital, as a member of chamber music ensembles, and as a soloist with orchestra. When not performing, he teaches violin at Colburn School for the Performing Arts in Los Angeles where he is a member of the faculty.
Pianist, ARMEN GUZELIMIAN's distinguished career enjoys national acclaim for his versatility as a top ranking collaborative artist, a first-rate virtuoso soloist, and a sought-after master vocal coach. "Armen Guzelimian's playing is firm and alive, capable of tremendous brilliance and delicacy." (MUSICAL AMERICA)
LAURENCE KAYALEH, violinist, is an international concert performer. She is an artist of deep musical insight, possessing a rich tone and a natural feeling for style. She has the impeccable technique and innate musicality of the grand tradition of violin playing.
BERNADENE BLAHA's command of the piano, whether featured as a recitalist, concerto soloist, or chamber musician, has been heralded in performances throughout North America, Europe, Australia, Asia, and Mexico. She is a pianist of integrity, with lovely sonorities and total clarity of line
