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| Nannerl Mozart - Sister
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| "Entertaining...Funny...Informative...Touching...Inspirational" |
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Maria Anna Mozart, affectionately known
as "Nannerl", was born in an era when child prodigies were the
rage. Taught by her father, violinist/composer Leopold Mozart, she and
her brother, Wolfgang, amazed the courts of Europe and England with their
astonishing keyboard skills. By the time she was twelve, Nannerl was considered
one of the most skillful keyboard players in Europe. Yet her concert-touring
ended when she was 18...While her brother went on to become known as the
genius composer of over 800 works, what became of Nannerl? What was her
fate? How did she feel about her famous brother...her life and time? |
| Oh Ludwig! Three Women Who Loved Beethoven |
"...The program was the highlight
of our year".
W.A. Nicol, The Steinway Society of Chicago |
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In 18th century
costume, Wolfgang Mozart's sister "comes alive" with her memories,
regrets and triumphs. Portrayed by Marilyn Pohlhammer, the drama reveals
the very human side of brilliant musicians and a glimpse into the life
that they led. The glorious music of Wolfgang Mozart and his contemporaries
is artistically performed by Marilyn Pohlhamer at the piano, in song and
in dance. |
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Written after
extensive research in Europe and the US, the production is set amid the
Alps of Salzburg, Austria. "Nannerl Mozart - Sister of the Genius" captures
the spirit of the late 18th century, its treatment of musicians and of
women. |
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"We are deeply grateful
for the extraordinary production and performance last evening. The "Nannerl
Mozart - Sister of the Genius" program was the highlight of the
year. The audience's evidence of their great delight and appreciation
by applause has been surpassed by the glowing comments and praise we
received after the program and by telephone this morning."
W.A. Nicol, Secretary, The Steinway Society of Chicago |
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"It was truly a highlight
of the convention. Your performance was moving and gave the audience
a real feeling of getting to know Nannerl and other characters of her
time. Everyone who heard you was charmed.!" B. Corley, Music Teachers
National Association. Washington, DC |
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"In two brilliant performances,
Marilyn Pohlhammer entertained, taught and captured the imagination of
my students. Her costumes, her deliverance of the subject matter, her
creative way of informing and entertaining her audience kept them and
their teachers talking about the show for weeks." S.G. Bean, Principal,
Wm. A. Hinton E.S. Chicago |
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"Girl Scout Troop 191 had
the pleasure of watching Marilyn Pohlhammer perform, "Nannerl Mozart
- Sister of the Genius". The presentation was educational as well
as entertaining and held the interest of our 11 and 12 year-old girls.
Ms. Pohlhammer's use of piano, slides, costumes and scenery totally emersed
the scouts into Salzburg during the 18th century. It was refreshing to
expose young girls to a performance of this quality." Donna Fox,
R.N., Joann Wurst, M.A., Co-Leaders. Girls Scout Troop 191, IL |
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| Pohlhammer Studio Productions, 152 Algonquin
St., Park Forest, IL 60466 (708)747-3461 |
