EVENTS
The Royal Master Series: Zlatomir Fung
Presented by The Royal Foundation of Music and Arts
You are invited to hear Zlatomir Fung at Zankel Hall at Carnegie Hall perform an all-American program - including works by Barber, Harbison, Ives and the world premiere of one of his own compositions.
VCS Members can use the code ZFP53913 and get 20% off their ticket.
For more information, click here
Fred Zlotkin Memorial Masterclass with Paul Katz
We are very pleased to announce that this year’s Fred Zlotkin Memorial Masterclass will be lead by the internationally celebrated pedadogue, Paul Katz.
Masterclass with Thomas Mesa
Members attend for free and non-VCS members $20
Non-members: Buy Your Ticket Here!
VCS Student Ensemble & The Yale Cellos in concert
This event is in honor of Mr. Aldo Parisot, with tickets on Eventbrite
VCS Annual Meeting
As part of the Annual Meeting, the membership will vote for Board Members.
In-person attendance is required for all Board Members
Fred Zlotkin Memorial Masterclass
Sara Sant’Ambrogio leads an insightful and engaging masterclass with talented student cellists, focused on the performer’s awareness of sound.
Masterclass with Ole Akahoshi
VCS is honored to present an inspiring evening with esteemed cellist and pedagogue, Ole Akahoshi.
Make Music New York
Join us as we celebrate 68 years of the VCS in Central Park!! ALL cellists are welcome! Our goal is to have 68+ cellists playing together.
3:00PM Instrument Demo with Lukas Wronski of Lukas Violins
4:00PM Cello Ensemble Reading Session*
5:00PM Performance of Bachianas Brasileiras No. 5 with Yolanda F. Johnson, soprano and VCS Cello Ensemble
Cocktail Hour
For our educators, Board Members, and friends to gather and network as we celebrate the many accomplishments of the VCS and its members.
2024 VCS Annual Meeting
Annual Meeting for our members:
Elections for Board Members
VCS Announcements, Updates & Events
Special Performance
Refreshments will be provided.
VCS Student Ensemble
We are thrilled to host our first Cello Choir with our artistic director, John-Henry Crawford!
April 2nd is the deadline for students to RSVP
Laurence Lesser Masterclass
We are pleased to welcome Laurence Lesser to the Violoncello Society of New York.
Students from music schools and conservatories in New York City will play for him.
2023 VCS Annual Meeting
We are excited to host our first IN-PERSON Annual Meeting for our members since 2019!
Elections for Board Members
VCS Announcements, Updates & Events
Cello Play-In -- Bring your cello if you would like to play!
Refreshments will be provided.
Hans Jørgen Jensen Masterclass
We are pleased to welcome Hans Jørgen Jensen to the Violoncello Society of New York.
Six students from music schools and conservatories in New York City will play.
Reflections on Dvorak’s “New World” Symphony
Celebrate spring and the “New World” Symphony in a special tribute to Antonín Dvořák and his symphonic masterpiece, marking its 130th anniversary year.
The Violoncello Society of New York cello choir with Czech cellist Tomáš Jamník perform Largo from the "New World" Symphony and Traditional Catalan "Song of the Birds".
“Largo” - https://youtu.be/zA6rXCqbqRg
“Song of the Birds” - https://youtu.be/3NNGI47G3SM
Memorial for Frederick Zlotkin (1947-2022)
Presented in collaboration with the Juilliard School, the Violoncello Society of New York honors and celebrates the life of our former president of the board, Frederick Zlotkin.
Reception to follow.
Missed an event? Catch up with a highlight!
Relive the music and inspiration from past VCS events as we bring that experience to you from our archives. Enjoy these highlights and feel part of the cello community.
Make Music New York, July 2024
Pro Cellist Play-In