Alasdair Fraser and Natalie Haas
October 4, 2024 | 7 pm @ Lyric Theater
St. Paul, VA–The musical partnership between Alasdair Fraser, long regarded as Scotland's premier fiddle ambassador, and the Californian cellist Natalie Haas may not seem an obvious one, but the duo's dazzling teamwork, driving rhythms and shared passion for improvising on the melody and the groove of Scottish tunes has helped reconstruct and revive the Scottish tradition of playing dance music on violin and cello.
Alasdair Fraser and Natalie Haas perform "Fire and Grace: An Exploration of Strings" Friday, Oct.4at 7 p.m. at Lyric Theater in St. Paul. Tickets are $15 at the door. Children and students are admitted free.This performance is brought to you by the Pro-Art Association in partnership with the Town of St. Paul and in conjunction with the W. Campbell Edmonds Concert Series.For more information and to make reservations, visit proartva.org.
The duo's debut recording,“Fire & Grace,”won the coveted the Scots Trad Music“Album of the Year”award, the Scottish equivalent of a Grammy.“Fire & Grace”spans the full spectrum between intimate chamber music and ecstatic dance energy. Over the last 20 years of creating a buzz at festivals and concert halls across the world, Fraser and Haas have set the standard for fiddle and cello in traditional music. They continue to thrill audiences internationally with their virtuosic playing, their near-telepathic understanding, and the joyful spontaneity and sheer physical presence of their music.
Tickets to the 48th Pro-Art season are on sale. Offering an impressive selection of theater,jazz and performances by storytellers, puppeteers,and even an aerial circus—there’s something for everyone this season and a lot of additional opportunities to be adventurous and try something new. Pro-Art’s $40 season ticket ($35 for seniors) is less than $2 per show and children and students admitted free to every show. Season tickets are valid for all performances of the 48th season and can be purchased online, in person at any show, or by calling (276) 376-4520. Explore the season and make reservations to attend atproartva.org.
Pro-Art partners with a variety of venues, therefore individuals with accessibility needs or general questions are encouraged to call (276) 376-4520 or emailpro-art@uvawise.edu. For evolving conditions related to weather cancelations, or similar unforeseen circumstances, patrons are encouraged to checkproartva.orgfor up-to-date information.
Category: Music