2008-2009 Galleries

League of American Orchestras : The League of American Orchestra conference was held June 9-12 in Chicago this season. I got to reconnect with some wonderful agent friends Monrica Robinson, Dan Kamin, Bruce Thibauld, Hugh Kaylor, John Gingrich, Terri Jarelle, Bob Bauchens, Barry Oslavsky, and Joanne RIle) and meet new presenters from symphony orchestras throughout the U.S. This marks the beginning of Five By Design's 16th season in the symphony pops market. One of the best experiences I had was reconnecting with Kandie Berridge (Syryczuk), one of my former students from Thorp. WI. It was a marvelous time connecting with Kandie over coffee.

League of American Orchestras

The League of American Orchestra conference was held June 9-12 in Chic ...

Updated: Jun 12, 2009 8:36pm PST

The O' Shaughnessy, St Paul MN : May 1, 2009—The O'Shaughnessy in St. Paul MN was the venue for Five By Design's Radio Days. Thanks to all the staff at St. Kates for all the hospitality and thanks to the wonderful musicians of the Robert Baca Jazz Orchestra, including: conductor-pianist, Willis Delony, Matt Edlund, Graydon Peterson, Matt Mealey, Jim ten Bensel, Rod Hudson, Dave Karr, Bill Olson, Bruce Thornton, and Jim Geddes.

The O' Shaughnessy, St Paul MN

May 1, 2009—The O'Shaughnessy in St. Paul MN was the venue for Five ...

Updated: May 01, 2009 11:26pm PST

College of St. Catherine : April 30, 2009—Thursday afternoon we visited the Collge of St. Catherine's choral music department where we met Dr. Patricia Connors and St. Kate's women's choir. We shared our experiences, rehearsal techniques, and history with the choir; remembering not so long ago (15-23 years) we were once students in the classroom. Our biggest treat was hearing the Women's Choir perform a chant. It was a marvelous performance and Dr. Connors is to be congratulated for her dedication to choral music. Sometimes you never know what you'll hear, but the St. Kate's women's choir is an exceptional group of musicians with an extraordinary sound. Thanks for the treat!

College of St. Catherine

April 30, 2009—Thursday afternoon we visited the Collge of St. Cathe ...

Updated: May 01, 2009 8:18am PST

KARE 11 Showcase Minnesota : April 29, 2009—On Wednesday, we headed to the studios of KARE11 for a tv promo of our May 1st appearance at The O' Shaughnessy. Our good friend, PHIL MATTSON was on board playing piano and TOM LEWIS laid down the bass line for the gig. We performed John Meyer's "Goin' For The Cheese, Louise" and look forward to the Friday engagement. Showcase Minnesota is hosted by Rob Hudson and Corbin Seith, who interviewed Lorie for the segment. Many thanks to producer, CHRISTINA VANDRE, DEAN WEISSER, KARE 11'S audio engineer and all the staff and crew at KARE 11 for their expertise in making the appearance possible.

KARE 11 Showcase Minnesota

April 29, 2009—On Wednesday, we headed to the studios of KARE11 for ...

Updated: Apr 30, 2009 10:14am PST

Louisiana Philharmonic : April 25, 2009-- Thanks to Lois Robinson, Rebecca Miller, and the musicians of the LPO for a wonderful experience in N'awlins. Yes we ate Jumbalaya and GUmbo at "Mothers". Alton took a trip to the National WWII Museum and Kurt, Lorie, Sheridan, Laurel had a sugar fix by eating some yummy beignets!!

Louisiana Philharmonic

April 25, 2009-- Thanks to Lois Robinson, Rebecca Miller, and the musi ...

Updated: Apr 26, 2009 7:40pm PST

Terre Haute Symphony : April 5, 2009—Five By Design, Conductor David Bowden, and the Terre Haute Symphony. It was a marvelous evening.

Terre Haute Symphony

April 5, 2009—Five By Design, Conductor David Bowden, and the Terre ...

Updated: Apr 26, 2009 7:04pm PST

KSTP - Twin Cities Live : April 10, 2009 KSTP-5 Twin Cities Live! In the afternoon we headed to the studios of KSTP 5 TV to perform for a live audience of Twin Cities Live" hosted by REBEKAH WOODS and JOHN HANSON. Accompanying 5XD was Twin Cities extraordinary jazz pianist, TANNER TAYLOR. Tanner is a marvelous talent and wonderful friend. A big thank you to the staff and crew at KSTP all your assistance.

KSTP - Twin Cities Live

April 10, 2009 KSTP-5 Twin Cities Live! In the afternoon we headed to ...

Updated: Apr 10, 2009 4:14pm PST

Greeneville TN :

Greeneville TN

Updated: Mar 20, 2009 4:17am PST

FOX 9 Sunday Morning News : April 10, 2009 We got early to tape a segment for Fox 9 Sunday Morning News. Many thanks to the crew and staff for taking time to accommodate us and assisting with the set-up. Of course, we were delighted to have the master of the keyboard TANNER TAYLOR on board.

FOX 9 Sunday Morning News

April 10, 2009 We got early to tape a segment for Fox 9 Sunday Morning ...

Updated: Apr 10, 2009 4:37pm PST

San Antonio Symphony :

San Antonio Symphony

Updated: Mar 10, 2009 3:04pm PST

Ashburn GA :

Ashburn GA

Updated: Mar 15, 2009 8:05pm PST

Portland Symphony : February 21-22, 2009—marked Five By Design's return engagement to Maine and two performances with the Portland Symphony. Many thanks to Ari Solotoff, Carolyn Nishon, Conductor Charles Latshaw, his wife Kelley, and the marvelous musicians of the PSO! Despite the snowy evening on the last performance, we had a wonderful time commiserating and dining on Maine Lobster!! We look forward to returning during a warmer part of the season!! Many, many thanks to all.

Portland Symphony

February 21-22, 2009—marked Five By Design's return engagement to Ma ...

Updated: Feb 23, 2009 8:39am PST

Hernando FL :

Hernando FL

Updated: Feb 13, 2009 3:14pm PST

Pacific Symphony : December 18-20—We wish to thank all the wonderful musicians of the Pacific Symphony for making us feel so welcome. Kudos to Richard Kaufman for his efficient rehearsal and personable manner. Five By Design also had to connect with another UW Eau Claire grad. Mark and Sue MacKenzie came to see fellow UWEC alums with the PSO. It turned out that Mark was originally from Lake City MN which incidentally where our tech director, Laurel Stinson is from. Thanks also to our sound man, Phil Henrickson, pianist Kurt Cowling, and drummer extraordinaire, Matt Edlund for providing their expert musicianship. Five By Design's Alton Accola also got the opportunity to meet Lisa Vroman. Vroman portrayed the role of Christine in The Phantom of the Opera for ten years and 2,800 performances. Lisa was told to look up Accola by good friend and agent John Such.

Pacific Symphony

December 18-20—We wish to thank all the wonderful musicians of the P ...

Updated: Dec 20, 2008 11:42pm PST

John Meyer Studio Session :

John Meyer Studio Session

Updated: Nov 16, 2008 7:12am PST

Kansas City Symphony :

Kansas City Symphony

Updated: Nov 01, 2008 1:00am PST

Pennsylvania Tour : October 21 - Sayre Theatre (Sayre PA) October 22 - Wiliamsport Community Arts Center (Williamsport PA) October 23 - Capitol Theatre (Chambersburg PA) FIve By Design's second tour is taking the vocal fivesome to Pennsylvania, Connecticut, and Missouri. Five By Design welcomed TANNER TAYLOR on board as pianist and conductor for the big band "Radio Days" shows. LAUREL STINSON is Five By Design's new lighting tech and stage manager. Many thanks for all your expertise in making the shows go without a hitch. LORIE CARPENTER-NISKA got to reunite with LORILYNE PATE, one of her college classmates from UW Eau Claire. There is also a wonderful photo of SHERIDAN ZUTHER speaking to a World War II vet who is 96 years young. Many thanks for your service. We're delighted you enjoyed the show. Thank you to all the presenters who welcomed us to their community.

Pennsylvania Tour

October 21 - Sayre Theatre (Sayre PA) October 22 - Wiliamsport Communi ...

Updated: Oct 25, 2008 9:26pm PST

Waterbury Symphony : Saturday, October 25—On Friday, Five By Design arrived in Waterbury, Connecticut for an engagement with the Waterbury Symphony at the Palace Theatre. The venue underwent a $30 million dollar transformation four years ago after having remained dark for twenty years. The theatre is a magnificent asset to Waterbury's downtown area. We were delighted to reconnect with conductor Leif Bjaland again. Many thanks to Fran Goldman, executive director of the orchestra. We also got the opportunity to meet Eleanor Anderson, the wife of the celebrated composer, Leroy Anderson. Five By Design features several of Andersonn's compositions in its shows and it was a delight to meet her. We also got the opportunity to meet Dante Galuppo, personnel director. Dante has been affiliated with the orchestra for the 71 year history of the Waterbury Symphony. Many thanks to all who made this experience possible.

Waterbury Symphony

Saturday, October 25—On Friday, Five By Design arrived in Waterbury, ...

Updated: Oct 25, 2008 9:57pm PST

Allied Concert Tour :

Allied Concert Tour

Updated: Nov 06, 2008 6:24am PST

Verona WI :

Verona WI

Updated: Nov 10, 2008 2:56pm PST

Charleston Symphony : January 17, 2009—Scott Terrell led the Charleston Symphony as conductor for Five By Design's Radio Days. This was our first appearance with the orchestra and we look forward to returning again. The musicians, staff, and crew were among the nicest folks we have worked with. Thanks to Tony Pierce for inviting us to South Carolina. While in Charleston, the members of Five By Design had a marvelous time touring the city. Matt Edlund and Tanner Taylor were on board as the corp of the rhythm section. We had a great time and below are some of the photos we took of our visit!!

Charleston Symphony

January 17, 2009—Scott Terrell led the Charleston Symphony as conduc ...

Updated: Jan 17, 2009 9:48pm PST

Phil Mattson Reunion

Updated: Jul 06, 2009 11:35am PST

Phil Mattson Reunion

Updated: Jul 06, 2009 11:36am PST