BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//An Appalachian Summer Festival - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://appsummer.appstate.edu X-WR-CALDESC:Events for An Appalachian Summer Festival REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260729T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260729T170000 DTSTAMP:20260501T003750 CREATED:20260324T140015Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T150634Z UID:10000060-1785340800-1785344400@appsummer.appstate.edu SUMMARY:ARTtalk: “Beethoven in the 21st Century\,” Calidore String Quartet DESCRIPTION:Step behind the curtain for a series of intimate conversations with this season’s artists about the passions and processes that shape their work. \nAll ARTtalks take place in the Turchin Center for the Visual Arts Lecture Hall from 4-5pm. \n  \nJune 30 — “Curating Global Cinema\,” Dale PollockGet an insider’s look at how this year’s International Film Series lineup was selected — and why global cinema matters. \nJuly 9 — “40 Years of Public Art\,” Hank ForemanA retrospective on the Rosen family’s vision for sculpture at App State and the lasting impact of four decades of the Rosen Sculpture Competition. \nJuly 15 — “Innovation in Motion\,” Jillian Davis\, Co-Associate Artistic DirectorGo behind the scenes to discover how Complexions Contemporary Ballet has transformed ballet through creativity\, diversity\, and fearless artistry. \nJuly 29 — “Beethoven in the 21st Century\,” Calidore String Quartet\, moderated by Dr. Soo Goh\, Director of the Hayes School of MusicJoin the Calidore String Quartet for an intimate conversation about their acclaimed Beethoven quartet cycles and the enduring relevance of the master composer today. \n  \nFor more information\, contact the Turchin Center for Visual Arts at turchincenter@appstate.edu or 828-262-3017. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Calidore String Quartet\nThe Calidore String Quartet has been recognized for achieving an extraordinary cohesion of individual artistry and collective expression—what The Washington Post described as “four more individual musicians are unimaginable\, yet these speak\, breathe\, think and feel as one.” Their artistry reflects a profound engagement with both the classical canon and the evolving language of 21st-century chamber music. \nThe Calidore has performed at many of the world’s greatest concert halls\, including Lincoln Center\, Carnegie Hall\, the Kennedy Center\, and Wigmore Hall\, and festivals such as the BBC Proms\, Verbier\, Ravinia\, and Caramoor. Collaborators have included Anne-Sophie Mutter\, Joshua Bell\, Anthony McGill\, Marc-André Hamelin\, Jean-Yves Thibaudet\, David Finckel and Wu Han\, the Emerson String Quartet\, and Quatuor Ébène\, among others. \nDedicated advocates for today’s music\, the Calidore has premiered works by Caroline Shaw\, John Williams\, Anna Clyne\, and Gabriela Montero\, to name a few. In the 2025–26 season\, they give the world premiere of a new quartet “Arietta” by Turnage at the Segerstrom Center for the Arts. \nIn 2026\, the Calidore releases an all-American album on Signum Records featuring music by Barber\, Marsalis\, Korngold\, and John Williams. In 2025\, they unveil a landmark box set of the complete Beethoven string quartets\, recorded for Signum following their live cycle at Lincoln Center during the 2024–25 season. \nFormed in 2010 at the Colburn School in Los Angeles\, the Calidore has won top prizes at major US chamber music competitions\, including the Fischoff\, Coleman\, Chesapeake\, and Yellow Springs. In 2016\, they won the Grand Prize of the inaugural M-Prize International Chamber Music Competition as well as the Borletti-Buitoni Trust Fellowship. Additional honors include the Avery Fisher Career Grant\, the Lincoln Center Emerging Artist Award\, and selection as BBC Radio 3 New Generation Artists. \nCurrently the Distinguished String Quartet-in-Residence at the University of Delaware\, the Calidore has also held residencies at the University of Toronto\, University of Michigan\, and Stony Brook University. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Accommodations\nApp State is committed to providing an inclusive experience for individuals with disabilities. If accommodations are needed in order to fully participate on the basis of a disability\, contact the Office of Disability Resources (828-262-3056). It is recommended that accommodation requests be made two weeks prior to the event. URL:https://appsummer.appstate.edu/event/arttalk-beethoven-in-the-21st-century-calidore-string-quartet/ LOCATION:Turchin Center for the Visual Arts\, 423 West King Street\, Boone\, NC\, 28608\, United States CATEGORIES:ARTtalk,Classical Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://appsummer.appstate.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/72dpi_CSQ-Carnegie-debut-2016-c.-Michael-Hershkowitz-DSC_1108.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260729T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260729T193000 DTSTAMP:20260501T003750 CREATED:20260324T140047Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T150608Z UID:10000053-1785353400-1785353400@appsummer.appstate.edu SUMMARY:Calidore String Quartet DESCRIPTION:A Classic Concert Series Event\nPresenting Sponsorship provided by Bonnie and Jamie Schaefer\, Christine Petti\, and Neil and Nancy SchaffelPrincipal Sponsorship provided by App State Campus Store\, Broyhill Family Foundation\, Catsman Foundation\, and Mast General Store \n \n \n \n \n \n Jeffrey Myers\, violinRyan Meehan\, violinJeremy Berry\, violaEstelle Choi\, cello \nThe Calidore String Quartet has been recognized for achieving an extraordinary cohesion of individual artistry and collective expression — what The Washington Post described as “four more individual musicians are unimaginable\, yet these speak\, breathe\, think and feel as one.” Their artistry reflects a profound engagement with both the classical canon and the evolving language of 21st-century chamber music. \nProgram: \nString Quartet in E-flat Major\, Op. 33\, No. 2\, Hob.III:38\, “Joke”               Joseph Haydn \nSelections from At the Octoroon Balls               Wynton Marsalis \nString Quartet No. 14 in C-sharp minor\, Op. 131               Ludwig van Beethoven \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets\nContact theschaefercenter@appstate.edu\, call 828-262-4046\, visit the box office at the Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts\, or purchase online.TICKETS ON SALE: April 15 at 10am \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n $45 Standard$40 App State Faculty/Staff$20 student/child \nAll tickets include NC sales tax.Online sales are subject to ticket fees. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Buy Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Parking\nParking can be challenging\, particularly for sold-out events. Please allow extra time to park and arrive at the theatre before showtime. See map for parking recommendations.\n \n \n \n \n \n Accommodations\nApp State is committed to providing an inclusive experience for individuals with disabilities. If accommodations are needed in order to fully participate on the basis of a disability\, contact the Office of Disability Resources (828-262-3056). It is recommended that accommodation requests be made two weeks prior to the event. URL:https://appsummer.appstate.edu/event/calidore-string-quartet/ LOCATION:Rosen Concert Hall\, Broyhill Music Center\, 813 Rivers Street\, Boone\, NC\, 28607\, United States CATEGORIES:Classic Concert Series,Classical Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://appsummer.appstate.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/72dpi_Calidore-Quartet_013_Marco-Borggreve.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260731T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260731T193000 DTSTAMP:20260501T003751 CREATED:20260324T140022Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T150541Z UID:10000037-1785526200-1785526200@appsummer.appstate.edu SUMMARY:Aaron Diehl DESCRIPTION:A Classic Concert Series Event\nPresenting Sponsorship provided by Bonnie and Jamie Schaefer\, Christine Petti\, and Neil and Nancy SchaffelPrincipal Sponsorship provided by App State Campus Store\, Broyhill Family Foundation\, Catsman Foundation\, and Mast General Store \n \n \n \n \n \n Pianist Aaron Diehl has quietly redefined the boundary between jazz and classical music\, building an international career distinguished by stylistic fluency\, intellectual rigor\, and a deep sense of musical lineage. Praised for his “melodic precision\, harmonic erudition\, and elegant restraint” (The New York Times)\, Diehl is increasingly recognized as a singular voice whose work moves freely across genres while remaining grounded in historical awareness. He has worked extensively with figures such as Tyshawn Sorey\, Timo Andres\, Philip Glass\, and Cécile McLorin Salvant\, forging projects that span concerti\, chamber music\, orchestral works\, and jazz performance. In 2023\, Diehl was named as the Artistic Director of 92NY’s Jazz in July Festival\, succeeding the legendary Bill Charlap. \nProgram selections include (subject to change): \nFrom the Southland\, Harry T. BurleighTroubled Waters\, Margaret BondsSt. Martin de Porres\, Mary Lou Williams arr. A. Diehl3 Visions\, William Grant StillPiano Sonata in E minor\, Florence PriceNew World A-Comin’\, Duke Ellington \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets\nContact theschaefercenter@appstate.edu\, call 828-262-4046\, visit the box office at the Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts\, or purchase online.TICKETS ON SALE: April 15 at 10am \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n $45 Standard$40 App State Faculty/Staff$20 student/child \nAll tickets include NC sales tax.Online sales are subject to ticket fees. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Buy Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Parking\nParking can be challenging\, particularly for sold-out events. Please allow extra time to park and arrive at the theatre before showtime. See map for parking recommendations.\n \n \n \n \n \n Accommodations\nApp State is committed to providing an inclusive experience for individuals with disabilities. If accommodations are needed in order to fully participate on the basis of a disability\, contact the Office of Disability Resources (828-262-3056). It is recommended that accommodation requests be made two weeks prior to the event. URL:https://appsummer.appstate.edu/event/aaron-diehl/ LOCATION:Rosen Concert Hall\, Broyhill Music Center\, 813 Rivers Street\, Boone\, NC\, 28607\, United States CATEGORIES:Classic Concert Series,Classical Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://appsummer.appstate.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/72dpi_Diehl_2019cMariaJarzyna09.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR