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THE INSTRUMENTALISTS :

 
Ann Fontanella, Violin -

With the graceful elegance “of a Classical princess and plays like a triumphant angel” (Kennett Paper), Ann is skyrocketing as an audience favorite.

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David Pasbrig, Piano -

Known for his Impressive...range of tonal qualities and technical finesse (Schenectady Gazette) and a rare ability to reach across into the audience (Rena Fruchter).

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LECTURE / CONCERT SERIES :

 
Sherry Kloss, Violinist, Professor -

The "singing style" of violinist Sherry Kloss reflects the influence of her study with Nathan Milstein and Jascha Heifetz. Miss Kloss, acclaimed as "one of the foremost violinists of her generation."

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AMG CLASSICAL PROJECTS:

 
AMG Chamber Orchestra -


Steve Tanzer, Flute/Piccolo -

Versatile and multi-talented, Steve Tanzer is one of today's top flutists and piccoloists. He has performed and recorded with the New York Philharmonic, Chamber Orchestra of Philadelphia and the Philly Pops with Peter Nero. Equally at home in the popular field, Steve has performed with Ray Charles, Mel Torme, Bobby Rydell, and Andrea Bocelli. Steve has joined AMG Classical in collaborative programming providing ensembles for any occasion!

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Chamber Orchestra of New York, Salvatore Di Vittorio (Music Director) -


Salvatore Di Vittorio, Conductor/Composer -

Praised by renowned Italian conductor Piero Bellugi for his elegance on the podium, other European conductors have hailed Di Vittorio a “serious, lyrical, and romantic composer…following in the footsteps of Respighi…and worthy of serious consideration."

Di Vittorio’s music is inspired by philosophical-programmatic themes and captivates each listener with poignant lyricism and magnificent orchestrations.

Salvatore Di Vittorio has attracted considerable attention as Music Director and Founder of the Chamber Orchestra of New York “Ottorino Respighi”. Its triumphant debut was held on 11 October 2007 at Zankel Hall, Carnegie Hall. Following the inaugural season finale, Vivien Schweitzer of The New York Times wrote: "The musicians played…producing a polished, rich sound…a stirring performance [of Mahler’s Adagietto and]…a voluptuous rendition of Tchaikovsky's Souvenir…."

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