10th Annual Surf and Sounds Chamber Music Series with Tshombe Selby of Manteo – OBX Today

The Don and Catharine Bryan Cultural Series is excited to celebrate a decade of extraordinary music with our upcoming Surf and Sounds Chamber Music Series. For our 10th anniversary, we are honored to present a series of special performances featuring acclaimed tenor Tshombe Selby and the Surf and Sounds Piano Quintet.

From his roots in Manteo, North Carolina, Tshombe Selby has made it to the stage of the Metropolitan Opera in New York. After a career that has included performances all over the world, Tshombe returns to Dare County to delight us with his incredible talent in two extraordinary concerts.

The official concert schedule is as follows:

10th Annual Surf and Sounds Chamber Music Series

With Tshombe Selby and the Surf and Sounds Piano Quintet:

• Tuesday, August 20, 7:00 p.m.
  All Saints Episcopal Church, South Coast
  Due to space limitations, a free event ticket is required. Tickets are available at the following locations: Donations will be accepted on site.

  • Gray’s Department Store, 3860 N. Croatan Hwy., Kitty Hawk

  • Sea Green Gallery, 2404 S. Virginia Dare Trail, Nags Head

  • Island Bookstore, 3712 N. Croatan Hwy., Kitty Hawk, NC 27949

  • Island Bookstore, Scarborough Faire Shops, 1177 Duck Road, Duck, NC 27949

• Wednesday, August 21, 7:00 p.m.
  St. Andrews By-The-Sea Episcopal Church, Nags Head
  Free event. Donations are welcome.

In addition to these special performances with Tshombe Selby, the Surf and Sounds Chamber Music Series will feature our talented Surf and Sounds String Quartet.

Concert schedule:

With the Surf and Sounds String Quartet:

• Thursday, August 22, 7:00 p.m.
  Cape Hatteras Middle School, Buxton, NC
  Free event. Donations are welcome.

• Friday, August 23, 7:00 p.m.
  Pioneer Theatre. Manteo, NC
  Free event. Donations are welcome.

These free events are a unique opportunity to experience world-class musicianship in an intimate setting. The Surf and Sounds Chamber Music Series has consistently received rave reviews for its exceptional performances and carefully curated programs. Visit our Facebook page to enjoy highlights from past seasons.

Actor:

Surf and Sounds Piano Quintet:

• Katie Hyun, violin

• Siwoo Kim, violin

• Luke Fleming, Viola

• Jake Fowler, cello

• Amanda Halstead, piano

Surf and Sounds String Quartet:

• Siwoo Kim, violin

• Katie Hyun, violin

• Luke Fleming, Viola

• Jake Fowler, cello

About the actors:

Jake Fowler, Music Director, Cello
Jake Fowler, founder of the Surf and Sounds Chamber Music Series, has had an illustrious career that includes tenure with the Virginia Symphony Orchestra and international tours with the Shen Yun Performing Arts Orchestra.

Katie Hyun, violin
Winner of the 2016 Astral Artists National Auditions, Katie Hyun is known for her versatility and passion for social justice through music. She is the founder and director of the Quodlibet Ensemble.

Siwoo Kim, violin
Described by the New York Times as “astute” and “compelling,” Siwoo Kim is a sought-after soloist and chamber musician and co-founder of the VIVO Music Festival.

Luke Fleming, Viola
Praised by the Philadelphia Inquirer for his “smoldering refinement,” Luke Fleming is the founding artistic director of the Manhattan Chamber Players and the Crescent City Chamber Music Festival.

Dr. Amanda Halstead, piano
Dr. Amanda Halstead is an active soloist and chamber musician, working with prestigious ensembles such as the National Symphony Orchestra and the Kennedy Center Opera House Orchestra. She is also a dedicated music educator.

Join us in celebrating ten years of extraordinary music with these remarkable artists. We look forward to sharing these special events with you.

Towne Bank of Currituck, OBX Chevrolet Buick, Ramada Plaza Hotel of Kill Devil Hills and Hilton Garden Inn of Kitty Hawk are major supporters of this cultural event.

The Bryan Cultural Series is a non-profit organization founded in 2012. The board is comprised of nine community leaders dedicated to providing a series of quality cultural events. These events include a variety of visual, literary and performing arts. The board strives to utilize talent that has achieved regional and national recognition to maintain a high standard.

For more information, visit bryanculturalseries.org.