Name: Bow & Hammer
Start: 2020-02-08T19:30:00-06:00
End: 2020-02-08T21:00:00-06:00
Location: Oak Park School of Music

Bow & Hammer

Oak Park School of Music

Bow & Hammer refers to Chicago-based violin & piano duo, formed by friends Kathryn Satoh and Elizabeth Newkirk, respectively.

Bow &amp; Hammer refers to Chicago-based violin &amp; piano duo, formed by friends Kathryn Satoh and Elizabeth Newkirk, respectively. Just as their name addresses the core of their sound, their performances have been addressing the core of duo chamber music as “A New Niche” (Chamber Music of America Magazine) since they formed in 2012. Though they have a sweet tooth for compositions from the early 20th century (1917 to be exact), they use both modern and traditional repertoire to craft well-balanced programs that connoisseurs and newcomers alike can enjoy. Spirited storytellers, Bow &amp; Hammer connects audiences with chamber music through their personal narratives and inventive collaborations. Their productions have paired Bartók with Pakistani art installations (Chicago Sun Times), Ravel with craft cocktails (“Ravelation” WFMT), and Prokofiev with a graphic novelist. With the big picture in mind, they create access points for the modern adult to experience classical music. From the vibe of the space to the flow of each set, Bow &amp; Hammer makes the classical concert relevant, relatable, and “another world—one of magic and story.”Working to remove chamber music from its insulated bubble, Bow &amp; Hammer has built an incredible community of collaborators including chefs, local business owners, artists, musicians, farmers, and more. Their productions, Élevé and the Coursed Concert, create a platform for chamber music to inspire other disciplines, as well as be uplifted from the creativity and output of others. A literal demonstration of this collaboration is with Chicago company, Metric Coffee. They have created a proprietary blend complete with the Bow &amp; Hammer demo, EP: Brahms &amp; Milhaud. Coming from the city of neighborhoods, Bow &amp; Hammer embraces the quirks and nuances of each community, celebrating their customs as an opportunity to collaborate.The 2019-2020 season features the recording of their first full-length album featuring works by Mozart, Ravel, and Bartók. Continuing in Chicago are new seasons of IndustryNight, Élevé, and the Coursed Concert. One of their classic concert offerings, Bow &amp; Hammer in Concert, will be on the road sharing Bow &amp; Hammer’s distinct programming, relatable narratives, and warm-hearted engagement with audiences they meet. Coming up, a regional Coursed Concert tour with celebrated chefs across the Midwest, the world premiere of Chicago composer Sebastian Huydts’s Sonata Op. 40, and a celebration of Bartók’s 140th birthday.

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