Ben Kuenemann

Celebrating Creativity in our Central Texas community. Supporting the vibrant Local Arts Scene with our free Artist Directory, Monthly Newsletter and Culture Calendar. Since 2015.

This Month’s Events

Arts + Culture Calendar

May

Sun

4:00 pm Masterpiece Concert No. 6

Masterpiece Concert No. 6

May 19 @ 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Join us for another splendid chamber music concert at the Masterpiece Concert No. 6 on Sunday May 19th at 4pm in the Lakeway Activity Center. Masterpiece Concert No. 6 Repertoire: Ludwig van Beethoven (German, 1770 – 1827) – Piano Trio Op 11 Philippe Gaubert (French, 1879 – 1941) – Piece Romantique (for Violin, Cello and Piano) Anton Arensky (Russian, 1861 – 1905) – Piano Trio #1 in D minor, Op 32 Piano: Rick Rowley Violin: Sari Pearce Cello: Andrew Pearce About Rick Rowley Rick Rowley, pianist, leads a diverse musical life. He gives concerts with many of the world’s finest instrumentalists and singers and his solo, concerto and collaborative performances have taken him throughout the United States, to Europe and Latin America. Mr. Rowley has made several recordings of solo piano repertoire, chamber music and art songs. His second CD with flutist, Marianne Gedigian, was one of the first recordings issued on the UT Longhorn label. He has recorded piano music of Chopin, Liszt, Granados, Mompou and American composers David Guion, Richard Cummings, Aaron Copland and Samuel Barber. His recordings with soprano Cheryl Parrish and Mela Dailey also feature music of American composers. He appeared with Charles Villarrubia in a video of works for tuba and piano by Sulek and Marcello, which has gained over ten thousand views on social media. Me. Rowley is on the faculty of the Butler School of Music at the University of Texas. He coaches singers and works with collaborative pianists, has taught classes in German, French and American art song, singing and acting for musical theater and a history of musical theater on Broadway. He has appeared three times as soloist with the UTSO, performed concerti of Mozart and Beethoven with student ensembles and conductors and performed the Shostakovich Piano Concerto No. 2 this February with the LAB Orchestra. He is heard frequently on broadcasts of live performances from the BSOM and his solo piano performances have earned him the Austin Critics’ Table award for Instrumentalist of the Year and 10 Best Performances of Music and Dance by the Austin Chronicle. For several years, Mr. Rowley was involved in theater and has been part of over 50 productions as actor, director and musical director. He has acted in plays ranging from Shakespeare and Marivaux to first productions of contemporary playwrights. In addition to performing and teaching for FAVA in France, he directed Mozart’s two one-act operas, “Bastien and Bastienne” and “Der Schauspieldeirektor”, for their program in Salzburg. He has appeared with the Austin Symphony as a actor in two “Beyond the Score” presentations and an evening dedicated to the music of Silvestre Revueltas, as well as concerto soloist with the MacDowell Piano Concerto No. 2. He played the role of Frosch in a production of “Die Fledermaus” at the Butler Opera Center and continues to be a frequent speaker in concerts involving the spoken word.

May

Mon

5:00 pm City Hall Art Gallery – Artist R...

City Hall Art Gallery – Artist R...

May 20 @ 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm

Join us for an Artist Reception at the Lakeway City Hall Art Gallery. All are welcome in the Art Gallery for light refreshments from 5:30 – 6:30pm before the City Council meeting begins. Upcoming 2024 City Hall Art Exhibits: January 2 – March 8: Gail Threinen – Chinese Brush Painting (Artist Reception: 1/16) March 11 – April 30: Penny Jamrack – Watercolor & Acrylic (Artist Reception: 3/18) May 1 – June 30: Carol Williard – Needle Painting (Artist Reception: 5/20) July 1 -August 31: Christy Stephens – Pottery (Artist Reception: 7/15) September 1 – October 31: Georgia Hagan – Portraits (Artist Reception: 9/16) November 1 – December 31: Lakeway Photo Festival Winners – Photography (Artist Reception: 11/18)

May

Tue

2:00 pm Lake Travis Knitters

Lake Travis Knitters

May 21 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Every 3rd Tuesday of the month, you are invited to knit together with the Lake Travis Knitters at the Lake Travis Community Library (or via Zoom)! All experience levels are welcome to bring their own knitting project to receive tips and guidance from club members. Please email Pat at patzepp@gmail.com for the unique Zoom meeting link or join the group in the library’s meeting room.

May

Wed

9:45 am Lakeway Painters Workshop (2024)

Lakeway Painters Workshop (2024)

May 22 @ 9:45 am – 12:15 pm

Many years ago, after an inspiring watercolor class by Johnnie Fields, a well-known Lakeway artist, a group of his students enthusiastically established The Lakeway Painters which continues to grow and thrive today. Each Wednesday, The Lakeway Painters’ club gets together to paint in a supportive environment and have a friendly critique of their members’ art. Bring your artwork and supplies and meet others who like to express creatively with watercolors, acrylics, collages and more. The Lakeway Painters meet every Wednesday from 9:45 am-12:15 pm. Lakeway Activity Center membership is required to participate. Membership information: Contact Ben Kuenemann at 512-261-8720 or email benkue37@gmail.com.

May

Thu

10:30 am LTCL Sound Bath Meditation

LTCL Sound Bath Meditation

May 23 @ 10:30 am – 11:30 am

Join us for a relaxing Sound Bath meditative experience in which musical instruments like singing bowls are used to relax, realign and re-energize the body and mind. Participants gather around these musical instruments while the instructor guides her students into a deep, calming state. The term “bath” is used because participants are bathing in the sound as well as the vibrations the sound waves put off. These vibrations are incredibly calming as well, with the goal being to help stimulate your body into restoration as well as clearing out any negative emotions or energies that serve you no purpose. Please bring a mat and any other items you might need to feel comfortable such as a pillow, blanket, or eye mask.

5:00 pm BCAF Hive Gallery Members Reception

BCAF Hive Gallery Members Reception

May 23 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Celebrate the 5th Members Exhibition held at the Hive Gallery from May 15 – August 23, 2024. Don’t miss the Opening Reception – now rescheduled to May 23rd, from 5 to 7 pm. See the new space, enjoy the fabulous exhibition and mingle with the artists! Don’t forget: The Hive’s new location is across from H&M and Dillard’s, in Suite F160. See you there!

May

Fri

3:00 pm LTCL Live Music

LTCL Live Music

May 24 @ 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Chaski, a flute and harp duo from Austin, Texas, plays music from around the globe, and from many musical traditions. Since 1985, flutist Adrienne Inglis and harpist Shana Norton have entertained audiences with folkloric tunes, classical repertoire, and contemporary works. They will present Words & Other Wild Things, a performance that combines literary readings with harp and flute music. Join us for live music in the library!

May

Sat

1:00 pm Aloha Pool Party

Aloha Pool Party

May 25 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Aloha! Get ready to bust out your brightest floral shirts and grass skirts for the Aloha Pool Party at the Lakeway Swim Center! This festive luau takes place on Saturday, May 25th, from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm. Dust off your dancing shoes and prepare to learn an authentic Hula dance! There will be games galore, perfect for unleashing your inner island spirit. Plus, you can tantalize your taste buds with Chick-fil-A served directly through the concessions, complete with a special Polynesian sauce to add a tropical twist. Feeling competitive? Join the limbo contest for a chance to win a real ukulele – a perfect souvenir to remember the day! Of course, no luau is complete without swimming! The leisure pool will be open for all to enjoy. There’s a drop-in fee for those without a membership, but admission is free with a Summer membership pass. So come on down to the Lakeway Swim Center and celebrate summer with a splash of Hawaiian fun at the Aloha Pool Party!

2:00 pm Contracommon Summer Arts Festival

Contracommon Summer Arts Festival

May 25 @ 2:00 pm – 8:00 pm

⁠The 4th annual Summer Arts Festival is a day-long event hosted by Contracommon on the Hill Country Galleria’s central plaza. Attendance is completely free of charge! This festival directly supports the emerging artists and makers of Central Texas by connecting them with a huge community of art lovers throughout west Austin and the Hill Country. With the addition of a juried regional exhibition in the Contracommon gallery, space for 45+ artist vendors, live music all day, and our Children’s Art Garden full of fun and free art activities, 2024 is is already looking BIG. ⁠

May

Wed

9:45 am Lakeway Painters Workshop (2024)

Lakeway Painters Workshop (2024)

May 29 @ 9:45 am – 12:15 pm

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