High Desert Chamber Music season continues with a special Valentine’s Day concert featuring internationally renowned musician Heiichiro Ohyama and the Santa Barbara Chamber Orchestra Chamber Players

High Desert Chamber Music’s 2015-16 season presented by Shevlin Dental Center continues with internationally renowned violist Heiichiro Ohyama and the Santa Barbara Chamber Orchestra Chamber Players in our annual Valentine’s Day concert. This evening is brought to you by German Master Tech and will take place on Sunday, February 14, 8:00pm at the Tower Theatre. This best-selling event includes a complimentary rose for concert-goers, and a custom treat from Goody’s Chocolates.

Recognized as a remarkable conductor and one of the nation’s most renowned violists, Heiichiro Ohyama makes an exclusive visit to the United States and a rare appearance in Oregon. His storied resume boasts decades of recital and chamber music appearances, and influential positions with renowned organizations. He will be bringing principal performers from the Santa Barbara Chamber Orchestra, a group that he has held the position of Music Director and Conductor since 1983.

“I met Heiichiro Ohyama as a young student, and he had a direct and lasting influence on my development. I am thrilled to be introducing him to Central Oregon, and humbled to be joining him onstage”, states Executive Director Isabelle Senger.

Join Mr. Ohyama and the members of the SBCO Chamber Players in a pre-concert talk beginning at 7:15pm. This event is free for all ticket holders. In addition, the students selected for this year’s Spotlight Chamber Players program will be performing in the lobby prior to the concert.

High Desert Chamber Music’s mission is to bring world class chamber music and musicians to Central Oregon. Now in its eighth season, HDCM has presented a broad range of chamber groups, ranging from string trios to piano quintets. Tickets for all events are available through HDCM online, by phone, or in person at our office in Downtown.

HDCM 2015-2016 title sponsors include Shevlin Dental Center, Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott, Lumbermens Insurance, Pine Tavern Restaurant, German Master Tech, Oregon Cultural Trust, KQAK radio and KBNW Radio. Additional support provided by Hertz Car Sales of Bend, Tower Theatre Foundation, BendBroadband, and Creative Images of Life.