Welcome to the debut edition of FIREworks! We are delighted to share with you this new online newsletter for the Apollo’s Fire family of supporters. In each issue, we will include special insights into the musicians and programs that you love, as well as a feature profile about one of our leadership donors. Watch for upcoming issues about 3 times per year.
In this issue, we feature beloved AF Violinist Emi Tanabe – find out what she loves about performing, and how she maintains her amazing energy level. Meet our generous donor Bruce Raymer (a newer member of the AF family), and enjoy the video of the complete Vivaldi “Spring” Concerto from The Four Seasons, featuring acclaimed Spanish violin soloist Francisco Fullana.
Please let us know what you think about FIREworks! Send us an email at feedback@apollosfire.org, or give Development Manager Ryan Downey a call at 216.320.0012, x6.
Thank you for being part of the AF family. We are grateful for your affection, your encouragement, and your support.
-Jeannette and the Apollo’s Fire Staff
Apollo’s Fire’s principal violinist Emi Tanabe is a familiar and much-loved face in both our baroque and crossover programs. Born in Japan and now based in Chicago, Emi is a master of many styles, from klezmer to classical. She performs…
Bruce Raymer is thrilled to be a leadership donor supporting AF’s Community Access Initiative. The CAI breaks down economic barriers to attendance, making AF’s concerts accessible to diverse audiences. Bruce recently moved to Northeast Ohio from his lifelong home of…
Here at Apollo’s Fire, we love Vivaldi! Enjoy this new and exclusive performance clip with violinist Francisco Fullana, as Jeannette Sorrell leads the amazing musicians of Apollo’s Fire.
We were thrilled to launch the 30th Anniversary Season of AF’s Akron Series at a beautiful Gala event at Gervasi Vineyard on July 19. On a gorgeous day, “Vivaldi in the Vineyard” drew a packed crowd. All enjoyed a delicious…
This summer, Apollo’s Fire returned to two of America’s leading classical music festivals – both in beautiful settings. In addition, Jeannette returned to the podium of Lincoln Center, this time making her debut with the Lincoln Center Festival Orchestra. The…
Thanks to you, Apollo’s Fire musicians touched the lives of over 3,000 students last year in Northeast Ohio & Chicago. We’ve been constantly inspired by meeting so many enthusiastic young musicians and music-lovers. Thank you for making this work possible!…