"I would say that this is possibly the best performance I have ever heard of this work, certainly in live concert—something up to the highest and professional artistic standards. I find it difficult to express fully my excitement over the sudden creation of this marvelous pool of young musicians.”
-John Barker, The Well-Tempered Ear
November 8, 2020
Our first round of innovative "micro-concerts" designed safely to bring music during the community during the pandemic was a huge success!
Check out the story on Channel 3000!
October 26, 2020
The Willy Street Chamber Players are introducing a brand new way to experience live music designed with safety in mind.
October 26, 2020, MADISON, WI Have you ever wanted to attend your own private LIVE concert? 1-on-1 micro-concerts are in-person, intimate musical experiences curated for the moment.
“The pandemic has not been easy for musicians and artists, and we know this has been a devastating time for so many in our community. We wanted to rise to the challenge of finding a way to share live music safely” says WSCP Founder and Artistic Director Paran Amirinazari.
The Willy Street Chamber Players are a dynamic group of string musicians formed in 2015 dedicated to creating community through classical music. Recently awarded a gold medal in Madison Magazine’s “Best of Madison” reader poll, the group has received wide critical acclaim for its accessible and exciting performances, intelligent and fun programming, and community partnerships. Though WSCP’s popular summer concert series had to be cancelled due to COVID-19, the group has reimagined its 2020 season with safety in mind.
Up to two guests from the same household may sign up for a private 10-minute slot at the location of their choice to view what the group is calling a “living, breathing musical art exhibit.” Locations include the new Arts + Literature Laboratory, the historic Garver Feed Mill, and the intimate and eclectic A Place To Be. Ticket prices will operate on a “pay what you choose” structure. The group has suggested a $20 donation per person.
“When you enter the room and sit down, two members of the Willy Street Chamber Players will curate a personalized concert just for you. The musicians won’t take requests or act as jukeboxes, but will instead choose from a wide variety of pre-prepared solo and duo works in the moment. Micro-concerts are solely about the music- enter the room as you are, in silence, and with an open mind” says WSCP Co-Founder Eleanor Bartsch
“This type of deeply personal experience would not really have been imaginable before the pandemic” says Amirinazari. “We encourage you to make your concert what you need it to be in this time: 10 minutes of meditation, healing, escape, positivity, relaxation, or simply beautiful music.”
Sign-up at www.willystreetchamberplayers.org
The Willy Street Chamber Players are introducing a brand new way to experience live music designed with safety in mind.
October 26, 2020, MADISON, WI Have you ever wanted to attend your own private LIVE concert? 1-on-1 micro-concerts are in-person, intimate musical experiences curated for the moment.
“The pandemic has not been easy for musicians and artists, and we know this has been a devastating time for so many in our community. We wanted to rise to the challenge of finding a way to share live music safely” says WSCP Founder and Artistic Director Paran Amirinazari.
The Willy Street Chamber Players are a dynamic group of string musicians formed in 2015 dedicated to creating community through classical music. Recently awarded a gold medal in Madison Magazine’s “Best of Madison” reader poll, the group has received wide critical acclaim for its accessible and exciting performances, intelligent and fun programming, and community partnerships. Though WSCP’s popular summer concert series had to be cancelled due to COVID-19, the group has reimagined its 2020 season with safety in mind.
Up to two guests from the same household may sign up for a private 10-minute slot at the location of their choice to view what the group is calling a “living, breathing musical art exhibit.” Locations include the new Arts + Literature Laboratory, the historic Garver Feed Mill, and the intimate and eclectic A Place To Be. Ticket prices will operate on a “pay what you choose” structure. The group has suggested a $20 donation per person.
“When you enter the room and sit down, two members of the Willy Street Chamber Players will curate a personalized concert just for you. The musicians won’t take requests or act as jukeboxes, but will instead choose from a wide variety of pre-prepared solo and duo works in the moment. Micro-concerts are solely about the music- enter the room as you are, in silence, and with an open mind” says WSCP Co-Founder Eleanor Bartsch
“This type of deeply personal experience would not really have been imaginable before the pandemic” says Amirinazari. “We encourage you to make your concert what you need it to be in this time: 10 minutes of meditation, healing, escape, positivity, relaxation, or simply beautiful music.”
Sign-up at www.willystreetchamberplayers.org
May 1, 2020
Announcement regarding 2020 summer concert series:
Dear WSCP Family,
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the postponement of this July’s concert series to summer 2021.
Just a few weeks ago, we were hard at work putting the finishing touches on an amazing 2020 summer season--we had no idea the COVID-19 pandemic would soon bring everything to a screeching halt. As we have continued to monitor the situation, we have become increasingly convinced that postponement is the best path forward. The health and safety of our audience, musicians, and community remain paramount.
We are eager to find ways to serve our community during this extremely difficult time and will begin by highlighting some of our wonderful Willy Street neighbors, friends, and past partnerships on our facebook page. If you want to keep in touch, be sure to subscribe to our mailing list. There, you'll have access to some very special video memories and unique surprises in the coming months to thank you for your support.
We are devastated we won't be able to share our music with you this July, and our hearts go out to everyone affected by COVID-19. We will get through this together. We know that we have created something truly special over the past five years and look forward to continuing our beautiful east side tradition for years to come.
Stay safe, keep in touch, and see you soon,
WSCP
March 19, 2020
WSCP has been recognized in two categories in Madison Magazine's "Best of Madison" poll! Thank you to everyone who voted!
GOLD MEDAL: Best Local Band or Singer: Classical
SILVER MEDAL: Best Classical Music Group
July 29, 2019
Our dear friend and veteran classical music critic John Barker announces his retirement with this review of our final concert. Thank you, John.
John W. Barker
1933-2019
1933-2019
March 1, 2019
WSCP voted Silver Medalists in the category of "Best Classical Music Group!" We continue to be honored and humbled by the support of our community! Thank you to all who voted!
September 17, 2018
Love WSCP?
VOTE FOR US for Madison Magazine's 2019 "BEST OF MADISON" poll in the category of BEST CLASSICAL MUSIC GROUP! Click the button below to submit your vote. Remember... you can only vote once per category and votes must be cast by Halloween!
July 27, 2018
Click below to listen to our talented and intelligent cellist, Mark Bridges, talk about his musical projects (including Willy Street Chamber Players) on the Tone-Madison podcast!
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July 8, 2018
Reviews are in for our first 2018 Summer Series concert!
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August 30, 2017
WSCP's own Paran Amirinazari is the new Program Director of the Wisconsin Youth Symphony Orchestra (WYSO) Music Makers! This program provides free or low-cost music lessons to young children at three community centers in the area. Congratulations, Paran!
August 10, 2017
High Plains, the electro-acoustic duo of our cellist Mark Bridges is going on tour of the Pacific Northwest! We wish Mark all the best with this awesome project and urge WSCP fans to check out their new album, Cinderland!
July 24, 2017
Here's a great review of our concert from Madison Magazine's Greg Hettmansberger!
July 23, 2017
WSCP collaborated with Arts + Literature Laboratory for one of their famous CSArts dinners! The dinner was an exciting mix of food, music, and art! We had a blast!
Photo: Katrin Talbot
July 15, 2017
WSCP performs its second free Community Connect concert at the Goodman Community Center! We love exploring new venues, neighborhoods, and audiences!
July 14, 2017
The reviews are in! Check out the following great reviews of our opening concert July 7th.
July 12, 2017
WSCP works with Wisconsin Youth Symphony Orchestra Students in a Chamber Music masterclass! We were so impressed with these students' quick mastery of some extended string techniques!
July 7, 2017
WSCP named one of 5 classical music groups to hear this July by Madison Magazine! We couldn't agree more... ;)
June 18, 2017
Willy Street Chamber Players give the inaugural performance of the brand new Summer Serenades series at the UW-Madison Memorial Union Terrace! Classical music is everywhere!
June 12, 2017
WSCP opened the Rural Musicians Forum's concert season at Taliesin with an exciting program of Ives, Ginastera, and Brahms.
February 3, 2017
Announcing the Kick-Off of the Willy Street Chamber Players Community Connect Series: Northside Community Connect!
We are committed to making chamber music accessible to all through these free concerts around the community. Join us for a free family friendly concert at the Warner Park Community Recreation Center on February 19th at noon.
January 13, 2017
WILLY STREET CHAMBER PLAYERS NAMED 2016 MUSICIANS OF THE YEAR BY WELL-TEMPERED EAR BLOG!
We are absolutely honored to have been named "MUSICIANS OF THE YEAR" for 2016 by Madison's awesome Well-Tempered Ear Blog! Hard work really does pay off! Read the article here!
August 27, 2016
We are excited to announce that local artist and friend of WSCP Helen Hawley will have an installation at the Madison Museum of Contemporary Art as part of the 2016 Wisconsin Triennial. We had the pleasure of working with Helen when she created amazing original video art for our BLACK ANGELS performance. More information about the Triennial here
August 13, 2016
Members of WSCP were thrilled to perform Caroline Shaw's "Entr'acte for String Quartet" as part of the inaugural concert of the Madison New Music Festival at the Madison Museum of Contemporary Art! Find out more about the festival here.
Photo Credit: Tommy Yonash
August 7, 2016
We had a blast performing as part of the Summer Sundays: Concerts in the Garden concert series at Allen Centennial Gardens this August! It was a beautiful day.
July 21, 2016
We were fortunate to be featured on Madison.com leading up to our BLACK ANGELS performance. Read the complete article here.
July 10, 2016
REVIEWS ARE IN for our first concert of 2016:
Well-Tempered Ear Review
Isthmus Review
January 22, 2016
CLICK HERE for the review of WSCP's January 2016 Special Event on the Well-Tempered Ear Blog
December 23, 2015
CLICK HERE for our mention in this Isthmus year-end review article. Thanks, John Barker!
August 3, 2015
CLICK HERE for John Barker's review of our final concert of the 2015 Season
