St. Patrick's Day - CO Symphony hosts Bowfire

Feb. 18, 2011 - PRLog -- DENVER – February 18, 2011 – This St. Patrick’s Day, celebrate with a violin and fiddle extravaganza as Bowfire – the iconic Canadian violin group – joins the Colorado Symphony for a night when “everyone is Irish” on Thursday, March 17! Hailed as “enormously entertaining” (The Washington Post) and “high-energy entertainment” (The Globe and Mail), Bowfire features a line-up of critically-acclaimed violinists and fiddlers whose expertise encompasses styles as diverse as classical, jazz, country, rock, old-time, Texas-style, bluegrass, gypsy, eclectic, Celtic and electric. In addition, Bowfire reflects the roots of its members, including the moving Canadian styles of Ottawa Valley and Cape Breton.
Bowfire, which is showcased on Bravo!, in PBS specials and in packed concert halls around the world, will feature such iconic songs as "Fiddler In The Hood," "Mist Covered Mountains," "Goin’ To Chicago," "Sally Goodin," "Orange Blossom Special" and "Tennessee Waltz." This amazing showcase with the Colorado Symphony also features incredible step-dancing and the beautiful voice of Kelly Trottier.

Composed of the leading names in each genre of modern violin playing, Bowfire was founded by jazz violinist Lenny Solomon, who composes and arranges many of the group’s selections. The high level of talent and the diverse range of material presented in Bowfire’s performances serve not only as a testament to the virtuosity of these musicians, but also as a loving tribute to this amazingly versatile, complex and lyrically romantic instrument.

More than three decades and on five continents, Solomon – who is also Bowfire’s artistic director – has built a strong reputation as one of the world’s most skilled and innovative jazz violinists. Hailed as a “pleasure to discover” by LA Jazz Scene, his performances are “packed full of swing, polish and enthusiasm.” His three jazz violin CD releases, After You've Gone, The Gershwin Sessions and Transparency have received critical acclaim. He has toured extensively in North America, Canada and Japan with The Lenny Solomon Trio and is a three-time winner of the annual Violinist of the Year Award presented by The National Jazz Awards. He has also appeared as featured guest jazz soloist with many prestigious orchestras.

Artists:   
Colorado Symphony Orchestra
   Scott O’Neil, resident conductor
Bowfire
Linsey Beckett, violin
   April Verch, violin
   Shane Cook, violin
   Bogdan Djukic, violin
   Ray Legere, violin
   Lenny Solomon, violin
   Kelli Trottier, violin and vocals
       Bill Bridges, guitar
       Roger Travassos, drums and percussion
       Lew Mele, bass
       Bernie Senensky, piano and synthesizer
       Wendy Solomon, cello

Performances:   
ONE NIGHT ONLY! 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 17
Tickets now on sale!


Praise for Bowfire
“Bowfire blurred individual traditions in the fast-paced onslaught of top-flight playing... Everything I heard was slick, well-produced and well-played. Nothing was overdone. There was enough razzle-dazzle and variety to keep the audience entertained...” – Houston Chronicle

“The Heritage Theatre was a-smokin’ in one of the most interesting and innovative programs it has ever seen, a class act from start to finish... Bowfire is new on the scene. We suspect it will go on to make musical history.” – The Saginaw News
“Bowfire demonstrates what the violin and fiddle can do in the hands of masters... an evening of show stopping hits strung together in glorious sequence... awesome!” – The Record

Tickets:
Remaining tickets start from $32. Tickets are on sale now at www.coloradosymphony.org, the Colorado Symphony Box Office: (303) 623-7876 or (877) 292-7979 or in-person in the lobby of Boettcher Concert Hall in the Denver Performing Arts Complex. Hours are Monday to Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m.

About the Colorado Symphony
The region’s only full-time professional orchestra, the Colorado Symphony embraces a tradition of musical excellence by presenting a wide variety of symphonic performances. Established in 1989 as the successor to the Denver Symphony, the Colorado Symphony is Colorado’s only resident orchestra composed of professional musicians employed to play symphonic music on a full-time basis. From classical repertoire to innovative new forms, the Symphony performs in Boettcher Concert Hall and throughout the Front Range presenting outstanding education and outreach programs, and free summer parks concerts in addition to season-long Masterworks, Pops, Holiday, Family and "Inside the Score" series. Presenting music that is timeless and performing in ways that are forever new—the Colorado Symphony exists to bring music to life. Full of energetic new programs, exciting guest artists and a brand new roster of guest conductors from around the globe, the 2010/11 season offers something for everyone. For more information about the Colorado Symphony, visit www.coloradosymphony.org.

Media Contact:
Margaret A. Williams
Office: 303.308.2472
Mobile: 808.551.6062
mwilliams@coloradosymphony.org