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Near East In America
Cultural exchanges that shape our country

American culture is, by definition, an amalgamation of global influences. The broadly defined region of the Near East contributes endless ideas and talent to the ever-changing cultural tapestry of our country. The region is also instrumental to the interests and experiences of Cuatro Puntos. This program will highlight some  cultural exchanges which have taken place between Cuatro Puntos and artists of the Near East. We will present works by Iranian-American composer Reza Vali and Israeli-American composer Gilad Cohen. Egyptian composer Mohammad Aly Farag visited Cuatro Puntos in Connecticut in 2015, giving us his Rhapsody. Lastly, Cuatro Puntos'  travels to Afghanistan and collaborations with musicians from the greater region have resulted in new works influenced by Afghan and Indian music. Cuatro Puntos will be joined by acclaimed Egyptian pianist Mohamed Shams.
MAINSTAGE DATES
Friday, February 16, 2018
7:30pm

Lutheran Church of St. Mark
75 Griswold St.
Glastonbury, CT

​Free Admission- Suggested Contribution $10, if able. 
Map, Parking & Accessibility Info ​
Friday, February 23, 2018
7:00pm

Christ Church Cathedral Auditorium
45 Church St.
Hartford, CT

​Free Admission- Suggested Contribution $10, if able. 
Map, Parking, & Accessibility Info 
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THE PROGRAM
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Reza Vali: Love Songs for piano quartet
Reza Vali: Three Calligraphies for string quartet
Mohammad Aly Farag: Rhapsody for piano and strings
Kevin Bishop: Jaunpuri (Morning Song) for string quartet (world premiere)
Sadie Harrison: The Oldest Song in the World for two violas (world premiere)
Kevin Bishop, arr.: Three Folk Songs from Afghanistan for quartet and zerbagali 
Gilad Cohen: Ten Variations for oboe, strings, and piano 
THE ARTISTS
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Mohamed Shams
piano

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Charles
Huang

oboe

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Steve
​Larson

viola

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Aaron Packard 
violin

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Annie Trépanier
violin

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Kevin Bishop
viola

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Allan Ballinger
cello

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  • CT Events
    • Full CT Schedule
    • JAN '23 - Ukrainian Composers
    • APRIL '22 - Dialogues in Hindustani Raga
    • April - June '23 - Ameen Mokdad's The Curve
  • Monday Music
    • Sign Up
    • Archives
  • Albums
    • Ji bo sê kes çay (Tea For Three) 2023
    • Through The Eyes Of Children 2022
    • The Curve 2020
    • Jaipur to Cairo 2019
    • Centennial Cole 2019
    • Rosegarden of Light 2016
  • Ensembles
    • Music Moves Hartford Street Choir
    • Cuatro Puntos Ensemble
  • Education
    • In-School Workshops
    • Virtual Concert for Kids (On Demand)
  • About CP
  • Past Events
    • 2021 Summer Series
    • 2020-2021 Season
    • 2020 Summer Series
    • 2020 Cross-Atlantic Quarantine Sessions
    • 2019-2020 Season
    • 2019 Hartford Summer Outdoor Pops Concerts
    • 2018-2019 Season
    • 2017-2018 SEASON
    • 2016-2017 Season
    • 2015-2016 Season
    • 2014-2015 Season
    • 2013-2014 Season
  • Annual Reports
    • Annual Report 2019
    • Annual Report 2017/18
    • Annual Report 2016
    • Annual Report 2015
    • Strategic Plan
  • Book Our Ensembles
    • Book The Curve US Tour 2023
    • Book Cuatro Puntos Ensemble
    • Book Music Moves Hartford
  • Volunteer
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  • Commissioning Ukrainian Composers - Giving Tuesday 2022