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SUMMARY:Sara Davis Buechner
DESCRIPTION:Saxophone Ensemble\n\n\n\n\n\n\nArmstrong Concert Hall \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAcclaimed pianist Sara Davis Buechner returns to the Shenandoah stage for an afternoon of extraordinary artistry\, technical brilliance and interpretive insight. Praised by The New York Times for her “intelligence\, integrity and all-encompassing technical prowess” and celebrated internationally for her virtuosity and expressive depth\, Buechner has earned top prizes at many of the world’s most prestigious piano competitions\, including the Queen Elisabeth\, Leeds\, Salzburg\, Sydney and Vienna competitions. She was awarded the gold medal at the Gina Bachauer International Piano Competition and a bronze medal at the Tchaikovsky International Piano Competition in Moscow. \n\n\n\nA sought-after soloist with a repertoire encompassing more than 125 piano concertos\, Buechner has performed with leading orchestras around the world and is renowned for the breadth of her musical interests\, from the standard concert repertoire to acclaimed performances and recordings of silent film scores. Her distinguished career has established her as one of today’s most versatile and compelling pianists. \n\n\n\nIn addition to her international performing career\, Buechner serves as piano chair of Greenwich House Music School\, professor of piano at Temple University and adjunct professor at New York University. A dedicated educator\, advocate and longtime Yamaha Artist\, she continues to inspire audiences around the globe through performances of remarkable artistry and imagination. \n\n\n\nThe afternoon’s program highlights Buechner’s exceptional range as an interpreter\, opening with Mozart’s dramatic Fantasy and Sonata in C Minor\, K. 475/457 and continuing with Weber’s expansive and virtuosic Sonata in C Major\, op. 24. Ravel’s elegant Valses nobles et sentimentales and Poulenc’s colorful\, imaginative Les Soirées de Nazelles complete a recital rich in character\, sophistication and expressive depth.  \n\n\n\nThis performance is made possible by Marjorie and John Lewis in honor of John O’Conor. \n\n\n\n\n\nProgram\n\n\n\nWolfgang Amadeus MozartFantasia and Sonata in C Minor\, KV 475/457Carl Maria von WeberSonata No. 1 in C Major\, op. 24Maurice RavelValses nobles et sentimentalesFrancis PoulencLes Soirées de Nazelles\, FP 84\n\n\n\n\n\nDigital Program\n\n\n\nShenandoah Conservatory uses digital programs for all performances. In addition to their engaging and accessible design\, digital programs are cost effective\, environmentally friendly and enable us to create and update our programs more efficiently\, which means we can focus our resources on the performances you love! View our digital programs by clicking the button above\, scanning the QR code in our venue or texting PROGRAM to (540) 307-2336 at the performance. [Note: Digital programs are best viewed on your mobile or tablet device.] \n\n\n\n\nView Digital Program\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\nPre-concert Talk\n\n\n\nSunday\, October 25 at 1:30PM | Armstrong Concert Hall \n\n\n\nJoin us on the Sunday of each World of the Piano performance at 1:30PM in Armstrong Concert Hall for a Pre-Concert Talk! Learn about the artist’s program from Shenandoah Conservatory faculty and special guests. \n\n\n\nPiano Masterclass\n\n\n\nMonday\, October 26 at 10AM | Armstrong Concert Hall \n\n\n\nObserve the guest artists as they work with Shenandoah Conservatory piano students. Masterclasses are typically held on the Monday following each World of the Piano performance from 10AM to noon in Armstrong Concert Hall. Limited seating is open to the public for quiet observation. Please arrive by 9:45AM. \n\n\n\n\n\nJoin the Piano Society\n\n\n\nJoin Friends of the Conservatory at the Ally level or above and designate your gift to World of the Piano to become a member of our Piano Society! In addition to being listed in each World of the Piano program\, members receive all Ally benefits plus access to exclusive Piano Society events. \n\n\n\n\nJoin the Piano Society
URL:https://www.su.edu/performs/event/26-10-sara-davis-buechner/
LOCATION:Armstrong Concert Hall\, 702 University Drive\, Winchester\, VA\, 22601
CATEGORIES:Guest Artist Performance,Music,World of the Piano
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SUMMARY:Julian Schwarz\, cello & Marika Bournaki\, piano
DESCRIPTION:Saxophone Ensemble\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGoodson Chapel – Recital Hall \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFaculty Recital\n\n\n\nAmerica @ 250: Arthur Foote Album Release \n\n\n\nCelebrate the richness of American music through an evening featuring cellist Julian Schwarz and pianist Marika Bournaki. Highlighting the release of their new Delos recording\, Arthur Foote’s Complete Cello Works (available August 28)\, the recital features Foote’s Three Pieces\, op. 1\, Michael Ippolito’s Sonata for Cello and Piano — written especially for Schwarz and Bournaki — and Julian Schwarz’s arrangement of Korngold’s beloved Much Ado about Nothing Suite\, op. 11. Spanning lyrical Romanticism and vibrant contemporary voices\, this special program celebrates the enduring artistry and evolution of American classical music. \n\n\n\n\nDigital Program\n\n\n\nShenandoah Conservatory uses digital programs for all performances. In addition to their engaging and accessible design\, digital programs are cost effective\, environmentally friendly and enable us to create and update our programs more efficiently\, which means we can focus our resources on the performances you love! View our digital programs by clicking the button above\, scanning the QR code in our venue or texting PROGRAM to (540) 307-2336 at the performance. [Note: Digital programs are best viewed on your mobile or tablet device.] \n\n\n\n\nView Digital Program
URL:https://www.su.edu/performs/event/26-10-julian-schwarz-cello-marika-bournaki-piano/
LOCATION:Goodson Chapel – Recital Hall\, 1400 L.P. Hill Drive\, Winchester\, VA\, 22601
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SUMMARY:~Nois Quartet
DESCRIPTION:Saxophone Ensemble\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBright Box Theater \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nShenandoah New Music\n\n\n\nTake your preconceptions of ‘noise’ and toss them out the window. Equal parts “fiendishly good and fiendishly goofy” (Chicago Tribune)\, ~Nois Quartet is a “prolific\, charismatic young ensemble that is swiftly becoming the American saxophone quartet du jour” (Musical America). At the core of ~Nois’ ethos is a fierce dedication to the commissioning of living composers\, leading to more than 120 world premieres. Founded in 2016\, this award-winning Chicago-based ensemble is dedicated to championing new music for saxophone and building community through innovative\, inclusive and exceptional musical experiences. \n\n\n\nBringing its adventurous spirit to Bright Box Theater\, ~Nois Quartet presents a captivating program showcasing the expressive possibilities of the saxophone quartet. Featuring Nico Muhly’s Ordinary Time\, Jessie Montgomery’s Break Away\, Elijah Daniel Smith’s Chaotic Instinct\, Paul Novak’s Vigils and Travis Laplante’s Running in a Field of Flowers\, the evening explores a vibrant landscape of contemporary music\, from moments of introspection and lyrical beauty to bold experimentation and exhilarating energy. \n\n\n\nBright Box Theater’s intimate\, lively atmosphere offers the perfect setting for an adventurous evening of music in downtown Winchester. Settle in at a cocktail table and enjoy a drink or bite to eat as you experience the energy of live performance up close. The venue’s bar features a selection of wine\, craft beer and cocktails\, with food and beverage service beginning one hour before the performance.
URL:https://www.su.edu/performs/event/26-10-nois-quartet/
LOCATION:Bright Box Theater\, 15 N Loudoun Street\, Winchester\, VA\, 22601
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