Elevate artistic life in Columbus, bringing communities together through Chamber Music since 2015.
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VIVO MEANS
We are an annual chamber music festival held annually in Columbus, Ohio every end of Summer in August. We hold concerts and events in museums, breweries, assisted living centers, veteran affairs hospitals, and many other unconventional spaces & locations.
We are a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, supported by Greater Columbus Arts Council, Ohio Arts Council, and many other organizations and businesses throughout central Ohio
Our mission is to build community through world-class chamber music performances.
Our vision is for VIVO to serve as a catalyst for local artistic engagement by presenting innovative, community-oriented musical performances throughout central Ohio.
At the core of our belief is democratizing the arts and musical performances. We work with community partners to plan and bring to life initiatives and events that eliminates barriers in culture, economy, and physical boundaries.
There is no one-size fits all format to our events, our diverse format reflects our diverse audiences, who in turn shape and mold the many communities we serve.
THIS SEASON
Watch live here via our website on Monday August 24th, 8pm eastern.
Jeffrey Myers - Violin - Calidore String Quartet
Estelle Choi - Cello - Calidore String Quartet
Henry Kramer - Piano - Queen Elisabeth Competition winner
Matthew Lipman - Viola - Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center
Alicia Hui - Violin - Principal Second, Columbus Symphony
Siwoo Kim - Violin - VIVO Artistic Director
Watch live here via our website on Tuesday August 25th, 7pm eastern.
Watch live via our website on Saturday August 29th, 4pm eastern.
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HAYDN Trio in G Major "Gypsy"
Henry Kramer - piano
Alicia Hui - violin
Estelle Choi - cell
KODALY Serenade
Siwoo Kim - violin
Jeffrey Myers - violin
Matthew Lipman - viola
SCHUMANNPiano Quintet
Henry Kramer - piano
Jeffrey Myers - violin
Alicia Hui - violin
Matthew Lipman - viola
Estelle Choi - cello
We are a 501(c)(3) organization and we depend on your support to continue our mission in this critical moment in history impacting musicians and the communities we serve. We ask for donations of $10+ to receive instructions to join us via Zoom.
The reception will end by 6pm eastern.
You can make your donations here
Mvt.2 - COMING SOON October
Mvt.1 - Aug. 24 - Aug. 30
Missed the event? Watch the conversations here!
A unique LIVE roundtable conversation with VIVO Music Festival musicians.
Learn more about these artists as they discuss their individual career journeys towards becoming professional musicians, and the unique challenges and opportunities for artists during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Broadcasted LIVE, Monday August 24th, 8pm eastern.
JEFFREY MYERS - Violin - Calidore String Quartet
ESTELLE CHOI - Cello - Calidore String Quartet
HENRY KRAMER - Piano - Prizewinner, Queen Elisabeth Competition
MATTHEW LIPMAN - Viola - Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center
ALICIA HUI - Violin - Principal Second, Columbus Symphony
SIWOO KIM- Violin - VIVO Artistic Director
Missed the premiere? You can still watch it here!
Presented in collaboration with the Johnstone Fund for New Music, VIVO Postcards was a virtual new music event of cutting-edge 21st-century repertoire, including several world and U.S. premieres.
Broadcasted from around the globe, listeners heard current and former members of some of the world's leading ensembles alongside 2020 VIVO Festival Artists.
Premiered LIVE, Tuesday August 25th, 7pm eastern.
Broadcasted from Columbus’ GrooveU, get a special behind-the-scenes look at the music-making process as VIVO musicians livestream their rehearsal for Sunday’s performance.
Always wondered about the rehearsal process? Ask your questions in the comments section, and the musicians will answer! Don’t miss this rare opportunity to see how world-class artists discuss, negotiate and ultimately decide on an interpretation.
Please note: This livestream is only available for a limited amount of time. If you have any questions for this video, please reach out to us!
Rewatch from the Columbus Museum of Art’s beautiful Derby Court for an innovative digital concert experience.
Rewatch here
Enjoy a “front-row seat” to a program of beloved masterworks, each chosen for its distinct connection to the composer’s homeland. This concert also serves as a homecoming for the performers, not only because many have roots in Central Ohio, but because CMA has been a home for VIVO since the Festival began in 2015.
The performance was recorded on Thursday August 27, 2020 and premiered on Sunday August 30th, 4pm eastern
HAYDN Piano Trio No. 39 in G major, Hob. XV/25, Gypsy
Henry Kramer - piano
Alicia Hui - violin
Estelle Choi - cello
KODALY Serenade, Op. 12
Siwoo Kim - violin
Jeffrey Myers - violin
Matthew Lipman - viola
SCHUMANN Piano Quintet in E-flat major, Op. 44
Henry Kramer - piano
Jeffrey Myers - violin
Alicia Hui - violin
Matthew Lipman - viola
Estelle Choi - cello
VIVO Music Festival has always operated on a “Pay-What-You-Want” ticketing model, as part of the Festival’s commitment to making world-class musical performance truly accessible.
If you enjoy our events, we hope that you consider making a donation as a “ticket” to support our musicians and future events.
As a thank you, those who donate $10 or more before the close of the VIVO Homeland concert will be invited to a Zoom post-concert reception with the VIVO musicians and team.
As a 501(c)(3) organization, VIVO depends on your support to continue our mission, and we are grateful for your help.
Missed the reception? We'll be back for VIVO Reimagined - Mvt 2 in October! Stay tuned on our website and Facebook for news & updates. Subscribe to our YouTube channel for weekly content release!
ELEVATE COLUMBUS
As a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, we rely on the collaborative efforts of an entire community of supporters to be able to operate – much like chamber music.
LUNCH BACHS
Overcoming physical, economic, cultural and social barriers to arts participation lies at the heart of our mission to democratize classical music.
Despite the pandemic, VIVO is holding fast to our mission and are offering digital-only or distanced performances.
How Does it Work?
MEET VIVO
Westerville ‘08
Co-founder
Upper Arlington ‘07
Co-founder
Upper Arlington '06
Co-founder
Columbus Symphony, principal 2nd violin
MEET VIVO
