Classically inspired jazz at Church of Beethoven-Oak Park

Church of Beethoven, Oak Park's intimate monthly classical music series, presents Classically inspired guitarist Zvonimir Tot and his fabulous Jazz Stringtet at the Open door theater in Oak Park, Sunday Oct. 16.

Zvonimir Tot (z-VON-e-mere TOTE) is a Chicago-based jazz guitarist, composer and arranger with a style deeply rooted in the jazz tradition but flavored by his European origin. Tot has performed in the United States, the Netherlands, Germany, Belgium, Portugal, Hungary, Serbia, the Czech Republic, Romania, and Croatia.

"When he improvises, Zvonimir evidences many things, from the intensity of a conservatory virtuoso to the serene patience of a Zen guru, and always, the love of lore that characterizes griots and troubadours the world over," wrote jazz critic Neil Tesser, author of Playboy Guide to Jazz.

Zvonimir Tot's Jazz Stringtet performs original music composed by guitarist Tot. Stylistically, the music is a jazz-classical crossover. The group's aim is to achieve the harmonic richness of a string orchestra while retaining the rhythmic agility of a chamber ensemble. The members are first-call Chicago string players.

Zvonimir Tot - acoustic guitar

Carmen Kassinger - violin

Lisa Fako - violin

Cheryl Wilson - viola

Paula Kosower - cello

Rob Kassinger - double bass

WHEN: Sunday, Oct. 16, 2016

WHERE: Open Door Theater, 902 S. Ridgeland Ave., Oak Park IL 60304

TIME: 10:30 a.m. sharp (come early at 10 a.m. for cookies and coffee)

Seating is limited, reservations recommended.

COST: $10 FOR ADULTS/ $5 FOR CHILDREN

Tickets: http://www.churchofbeethoven-o...

Church of Beethoven-Oak Park

Started in Oak Park in 2011, Church of Beethoven-Oak Park presents Sunday morning classical music performances in an intimate and casual setting as well as poetry by local poets and two minutes of silence. The family-friendly concerts are designed to bring classical music to an intimate audience in a casual setting.

Record store owner Val Camiletti is mistress of ceremonies in a refreshing Sundaymorning event with free coffee and cookies. Admission is $10 for adults, $5 for students and children.

For more information visit www.churchofbeethoven-oakpark....

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