Duo d’Amore with Strings

Duo d’Amore with Strings

Concertmaster and violinist Suzanne Beia and principal cellist Karl Lavine step into the spotlight for a program of truly classical gems at the peak of our season. From Donizetti’s intimate Concertino in D Minor for Violin and Cello to Dvořák’s heartfelt Romance in F Minor for Violin, this summer evening celebrates the artistry of our own musicians and rich talents of the orchestra. Learn about our soloists here.

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Plan Your Visit

On concert days, blankets can be put down on the lawn unattended starting at 3 PM. The street will open at 5 PM and the concert begins at 7 PM. Attendees are invited to sample the many food vendors at Concerts on the Square each week. A full list of vendors is coming soon. For more information please visit our frequently asked questions page.

RAIN CALL

The decision to continue or cancel a concert due to weather conditions will be made at 3 PM on concert days. The official announcement will be made on wcoconcerts.org and on the WCO’s Facebook and Instagram pages. An email will also be sent to WCO subscribers. If the concert is postponed at that time, it will be held the following day at 7 PM. If the concert is not postponed by 3 PM but is subsequently canceled due to poor weather conditions, that week’s concert will not be held or may be cut short.

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Suzanne Beia, violin

Suzanne Beia has been with the Wisconsin Chamber Orchestra since 1995. She is second violinist in the University of Wisconsin-Madison Pro Arte Quartet, and a chamber music coach for the Mead Witter School of Music. She also serves as Assistant Concertmaster of the Madison Symphony Orchestra. Read Suzanne's full bio here.

Karl Lavine, cello

Karl Lavine is principal cellist for the WCO and Madison Symphony. Karl Lavine is also a member of the Milwaukee-based new music ensemble Present Music. Karl appears regularly at John and Rose Mary Harbison’s Token Creek Festival in Wisconsin. He has held faculty positions at Luther College and Illinois Wesleyan University and is currently teaching a private studio in Madison. Read Karl's full bio here.