Music for Families presents "Project" May 17, 2009

Highly acclaimed group PROJECT will present the final “Music for Families” concert at the Brooklyn Conservatory concert hall, Sunday, May 17 at 3pm. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for students/seniors. Tickets can be purchased in advance by calling Zerve ticket services at 212.209.3370. For more information, please visit our website at www.bqcm.org.

PROJECT is a passionate, high energy chamber music ensemble comprised of three virtuosic composer/performers from Brooklyn. Blending their classical training with an eclectic taste in musical styles, PROJECT has made an impact on audiences of all ages. PROJECT is comprised of Cellist Erik Stephenson, Flutist Greg Pattillo and bassist Peter Seymour.

Flutist Greg Pattillo is recognized throughout the world for his redefinition of flute sound, Greg was lauded by The New York Times as "the best person in the world at what he does." His groundbreaking performance videos on Youtube, showcasing "beatbox flute," have been viewed more than 20 million times. As an internationally acclaimed performer, educator and clinician, Greg can be found both on the concert stage and on the streets, subways and parks, sharing and preaching his sound.

Cellist Eric Stephenson is exceptionally versatile, his style ranges from classical to jazz to rock and folk. He is currently a member of the IRIS Chamber Orchestra in Memphis, Tennessee and the Colorado Music Festival. Eric served as Principal Cellist of the Canton Symphony Orchestra from 2002-2006 and was a regular substitute for the Cleveland Orchestra.

Bassist Peter Seymour has performed with a multitude of highly acclaimed artists and ensembles. As a member of the Cleveland Orchestra he performed under the baton of Franz Welser-Möst and in the New World Symphony under the direction of Michael Tilson Thomas. He was the recipient of the Downbeat Magazine Award for Best Jazz Soloist in 1996 and has appeared with Wynton Marsalis, Roy Hargrove, and Bobby McFerrin.

The Music for Families series offers entertaining and educational afternoon concerts geared toward children and families; often with a participatory element and traversing genres of classical, jazz, and world music.

Official Website: http://www.whatisproject.org