Chemeketa Community College is thrilled to present renowned violinist Frank Almond in a special Valentine's concert on Friday, February 15, at 7:30 PM. The event will take place at Chemeketa Community College, offering an evening of exceptional music and romance.

Frank Almond held the Charles and Marie Caestecker Concertmaster Chair with the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra for 25 years and previously served as Concertmaster of the Rotterdam Philharmonic with Valery Gergiev and Guest Concertmaster of the London Philharmonic with Kurt Masur.

A celebrated soloist and chamber musician, Frank regularly performs with the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra and has graced stages across the U.S. and Europe. He is also the founder of Frankly Music, a highly regarded chamber music series in Milwaukee known for its innovative programming and world-class guest performers such as Lynn Harrel, Orion Weiss, and the Miró Quartet.

Frank's early career achievements include being one of the youngest prizewinners in the history of the Nicolo Paganini Competition in Genoa, Italy, at age 17. He later became one of two American prizewinners at the Eighth International Tchaikovsky Competition in Moscow, which was featured in an award-winning PBS documentary.

His extensive discography spans a diverse repertoire across multiple labels, earning him critical acclaim and numerous Grammy nominations.

Don't miss this enchanting evening filled with passion and romance. Whether you're a longtime admirer or discovering his music for the first time, Frank Almond's performance promises to be a memorable celebration of music and artistry.

Event Details:
Date: Saturday, February 15
Time: 7:30 PM
Location: Chemeketa Community College
Tickets and Information: Frank Almond in Concert