Archive | August, 2011

Philadelphia Chamber Music Society: New Century Series Sponsorship Announced

25 Aug

Philadelphia, August 25, 2011: The Philadelphia Chamber Music Society (PCMS) is pleased to announce new sponsorship for its Century Series. Irvin J. Borowsky and Laurie Wagman, two longtime PCMS friends and audience members, will generously sponsor this series showcasing great works written in the last 100 years.

Their pledge comes at the beginning PCMS’ 25th Anniversary Campaign that will honor the extraordinary achievements and legacy of founder, Tony Checchia. To this end, PCMS will establish the Anthony P. Checchia Artistic Director Chair Endowment and build a reserve fund to enable PCMS to continue its vital role in the cultural life of Philadelphia.

Performing at this year’s Century Series is Philadelphia native, Leon Bates, who is known for his strength and elegance at the keyboard. He will perform in an afternoon recital at the Philadelphia Art Museum on Sunday, November 20th, 2011 at 3pm.

David Effron will lead the Curtis 20/21 Ensemble in a rare performance of Igor Stravinsky’s modernist masterpiece, L’Histoire du Soldat. It will take place on Tuesday, January 24th, 2012 at 8pm at the intimate Perelman Theater at the Kimmel Center.

Known for their high technical polish, the Borromeo Quartet makes a long-awaited return to Philadelphia with a contemporary program on Sunday, December 18th, 2011 at 3pm at the Curtis Institute of Music.

The Independence Seaport Museum will host singers from one of the country’s oldest choruses, the Mendelssohn Club and will be joined by musicians from Network for New Music on Sunday, February 26th, 2012 at 7:30pm.

St. Lawrence Quartet violinist, Scott St. John, presents an all-American program at the Curtis Institute of Music on Friday, May 18th, 2012 at 8pm.

Philadelphia Chamber Music Society

ABOUT PCMS
The Philadelphia Chamber Music Society (PCMS) aims to serve and enrich audiences with a compelling variety of chamber music and recital programs performed by exceptional international and Philadelphia-based artists. PCMS also promotes new music and music education, collaborating with regional cultural and educational institutions. For more information visit http://www.pcmsconcerts.org 

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Laser Micro-manufacturer Potomac Photonics Adds Advanced Quality Control and Inspection Capabilities to Contract Service Offerings

18 Aug

Lanham, MD, August 18, 2011: Laser micro-manufacturer, Potomac Photonics, has added advanced quality control and inspection capabilities to its service offerings. Customers in the medical device, micro-electronics, consumer, solar, bio-photonics, MEMS, and micro-fluidics industries now have access to state-of-the-art visualization of micro-machined parts.

Surface-Plot-of-2um-holes-in-1mil-KaptonMedia Cybernetics’ new Image-Pro Plus Version 7.0 image processing and analysis software creates image informatics solutions to automate quality control processes. To see its capabilities, view this image of a surface plot of 2 micron holes in polymide material.

“At Potomac, we’re committed to providing the best customer experience,” comments Mike Davis, Director of Operations. “Because we work on spatial scales as small as one micron, coordinating measurement standards with our customers is critical for quality. This advanced tool allows customers to see exactly how controlled and precise our processes are.”

Potomac has a broad range of micro hole drilling technology for both prototyping and production applications. A variety of materials can be drilled including polymers, metals, silicon, glass and ceramics.

Get in touch with Potomac Photonics to discuss how these advanced tools can assist your business.

About Potomac Photonics

Potomac Photonics is a leader in microfabrication helping clients to develop miniature products and bring them to market. Utilizing cutting-edge manufacturing technology, Potomac has been recognized by both commercial and government agencies for innovative contributions to areas such as medical device manufacturing and electronics fabrication. Potomac’s high-tech facility is located in Lanham, MD, is ISO 9001:2008 and ISO 13485:2003 certified. Visit http://www.Potomac-Laser.com

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2011-12 Musical Fund Society Concerts Announced by Philadelphia Chamber Music Society

11 Aug

Philadelphia, August 11, 2011: The Philadelphia Chamber Music Society (PCMS) is pleased to announce its 2011/2012 Musical Fund Society Concerts featuring exceptional artists at community venues throughout the city at affordable prices. This series is presented in collaboration with the Musical Fund Society of Philadelphia, the oldest continuing musical organization in the United States.

2010 Musical Fund Society winner, violinist Benjamin Beilman, makes his PCMS recital debut with fellow Curtis Institute student, Yekwon Sunwoo, on piano on Sunday, March 18th, 2012 at 3pm at the Philadelphia Museum of Art. The program features the world premiere of Curtis alum, Chris Rogerson’s, violin sonata along with sonatas by Mozart, Strauss and Prokofiev.

St. Lawrence Quartet violinist, Scott St. John, presents an intimate solo recital at the Curtis Institute of Music on Friday, May 18th, 2012 at 8pm. His all-American program with pianist/composer, John Novacek, features violin sonatas by Charles Ives, John Knowles-Paine and Erich Wolfgang Korngold’s Shakespeare-inspired suite Much Ado About Nothing.

Long-time resident musicians at Boston’s Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, the Borromeo Quartet, are described as “…one of the defining experiences of civilization in Boston” (Boston Globe). Known for their high technical polish, the quartet makes a long-awaited return to Philadelphia with a contemporary program featuring works by Gunther Schuller, Lera Auerbach and Curt Caccioppo on Sunday, December 18th, 2011 at 3pm at the Curtis Institute of Music.

Minnesota Orchestra conductor, Sarah Hicks, will lead a concert with the Curtis 20/21 Ensemble featuring Curtis Institute President and violist, Roberto Diáz, and soprano, Anna Davidson. The program at the intimate Perelman Theater at the Kimmel Center on Sunday, December 4th, 2011 at 3pm features modern masterpieces.

The Independence Seaport Museum will host singers from one of the country’s oldest choruses, the Mendelssohn Club, along with musicians from Network for New Music on Sunday, February 26th, 2012 at 7:30pm. It features the world premiere of work by Swarthmore-based, Thomas Whitman, along with new pieces by local composers Jan Krzywicki and Cynthia Folio.

Philadelphia Chamber Music SocietyAbout PCMS
The Philadelphia Chamber Music Society (PCMS) aims to serve and enrich audiences with a compelling variety of chamber music and recital programs performed by exceptional international and Philadelphia-based artists. PCMS also promotes new music and music education, collaborating with regional cultural and educational institutions. For more information visit http://www.pcmsconcerts.org

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Interior and Corporate Landscaping in Philadelphia: Add Value to Your Space

9 Aug

For property owners and operators, interior and corporate landscaping offers the perfect opportunity to add value to a space. We’ve come a long way since a plastic palm tree was shoved into a back corner of a room with new corporate landscaping providing eye-catching and unique visual displays. Bring a bit of nature inside your corporate space and stand apart from the crowd. With corporate landscaping a popular strategy in Philadelphia, you don’t want to be left behind.

What do your plants say about you?

It might have been a while since you took a look around your corporate space. How does it look? If your plants are looking a bit dusty and faded, it’s time for a revamp. Ask yourself these questions:

  • Does this space feel inviting?
  • What message does it give about my business?
  • How can I ensure an optimum experience for users of this space?

If you feel there’s room for improvement, plenty of options are available to the savvy operator including corporate landscaping and interior landscaping.

What is corporate and interior landscaping?

Corporate and interior landscaping refers to the use of plants to enhance the visual appeal of a space. Just as landscaping alters the look of an outdoor area, corporate landscaping alters the look of an interior space. It combines a range of strategies ranging from long-life plants and displays to more short-term floral arrangements. It includes using accessories such as pots and containers to complement the architecture and interior design of a space. In recent years, vertical plant displays have become more popular with striking plant arrangements occupying entire walls. Interior landscaping is both an art and science requiring good observation and design. It combines a deep knowledge of plants with the needs of corporate spaces.

Landscaping Advantages

Corporate landscaping not only offers the opportunity to create a striking visual look, plants also improve air quality. Air purifying plants such as Aglaonema, Dracaena, and Spathiphyllum absorb carbon dioxide converting it to fresh oxygen. People are more likely to spend time in a space that’s fresh, particularly in a big city such as Philadelphia. Interior landscapes look inviting and smell inviting as well.

Living Wall by Hoffman Design GroupLow Cost, Low Maintenance

Advances in interior landscaping techniques means maintenance of these living sculptures is easier than ever. You might be surprised at the relative low cost of using plants to decorate your corporate space. A change in containers could be all you need to create a new image. The versatility and variety spells multiple options.

Interior Landscaping Goes Vertical

The latest trend in interior landscaping is the Living Green Wall. Not only does it conserve space, it absorbs noise and acts like a work of art. A range of options is available in this unique and innovative use of indoor plants. This choice offers impact in Philadelphia landscaping.

Trust the Professionals

If you need assistance in creating the best interior landscaping design for your space, design consultants are available. They can suggest the best type of plants and design for your space and take into consideration lighting, humidity, irrigation, and maintenance issues. Employing the latest plant information, your investment will not go to waste. Now is an ideal time to renew your corporate space with interior landscaping the savvy choice.

About Hoffman Design Group, Inc.

Hoffman Design Group, Inc, located in Folcroft, PA, specializes in creating beautiful corporate landscaping, corporate floral arrangements and living wall designs in Philadelphia and the surrounding suburbs, Delaware, and New Jersey.  Their designs have won many awards, and they take pride in their elegant, environmentally friendly seasonal and holiday decorating, interior landscaping and urban exterior landscaping.  For more information, visit http://www.hoffmandesigngroup.com

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