While Beerthoven has been known for occasional hoppiness, this time around we'll be filling our glasses with Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness!
In celebration of 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence, Beerthoven is bringing in the acclaimed and eclectic Austin-based flute and harp duo Chaski. Adrienne Inglis (flutes) and Shana Norton (harps) performed their first concert together in April 1985, in Kerrville, Texas. Since then, they have performed across miles and miles of Texas, from sea to shining sea, and occasionally in places that require a passport. Their American Postcards program features music from over five centuries from all corners of the country, including colonial hymns, enchanting Native American melodies, songs of nature, serious and silly American songs, and, of course, sing-along songs. They'll be joined by a special guest; Native American soprano Mikaela Pace.
Like most of our concerts, this program features two intermissions flush with warm pastries and cold beer generously provided by Easy Tiger and Lazarus Brewing as well as wine and non-alcoholic beverages--at no additional cost! All attendees will also be allowed one free visit to the Neill-Cochran House Museum's exhibits (voucher to be used at a different time than that of the performance, as the performance takes place after museum hours).
Beerthoven events are family-friendly; kids are welcome! Student tickets are available for $10 at the door. To purchase student tickets in advance of the concert, email daniel@beerthoven.com with your request. Children 3 and under may attend at no charge.
The Neill-Cochran House is one of the ten oldest buildings in Austin dating back to 1856, including Austin's only intact slave quarters. Neill-Cochran shares its site, Austin, and Texas history from the city's birth in 1839 up to 1930 through historically furnished spaces as well as numerous rotating art and history exhibitions.
Parking Info:
Limited parking will be available for free on-site in Neill-Cochran House's own lot, accessible via 23rd street in between Leon and San Gabriel. Additional parking can be found on street and at the Quarters Parking Garage in West Campus: 700-898 W 22 1/2 St, Austin, TX 78705
About Beerthoven:
The critically-acclaimed Beerthoven Concert Series is a down-to-earth, approachable celebration of classical song, chamber music, and beer; a quirky mixture of Bach and Doppelbock in unique and intimate settings. Beerthoven finds its inspiration in the musical and festive events of the Austin Saengerrunde as well as the private "salon" concerts of Beethoven's time. Beerthoven events feature live classical music, free beer, and other refreshments and snacks in an all-inclusive manner. There is no backstage here; audience members may even find themselves standing in line for beer with the performers.
Programming is intentionally diverse in tone, instrumentation, and featured performers. Beerthoven supports local artists by offering fair compensation and unique performance venues. Audience members will find our prices at the very low end of typical classical concerts--especially for students and especially given the high quality of the exbeerience.