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Join us for an enchanting evening of saxophone music at the Northwestern Bienen School of Music. Witness the remarkable talent of Sam Alvarez, a Bachelor of Music student under the guidance of Taimur Sullivan, in a recital that promises to be a memorable experience. The event will take place on Sunday, April 21, 2024, at 6:00pm CDT in the stunning Mary B. Galvin Recital Hall, located within the Ryan Center for the Musical Arts at 70 Arts Circle Drive, Evanston, IL.

The recital will feature a diverse program, including works by Salvatore Sciarrino, J.S. Bach, Marcos Balter, John Anthony Lennon, and Alissa Voth, showcasing the versatility and depth of the saxophone repertoire. Sam will be joined by talented musicians Isaac Boone on soprano saxophone, Ila Gupta on alto saxophone, Kurt Cox on baritone saxophone, and Nathan Canfield on piano, creating an evening of rich musical textures and compelling performances.

The Mary B. Galvin Recital Hall, with its breathtaking views of Lake Michigan and the Chicago skyline, provides the perfect backdrop for this event. The hall's acoustics, enhanced by undulating walls covered with African moabi wood, ensure that every note will be heard in crystal clear quality.

This event is free and open to the public, with no tickets required. For those unable to attend in person, a live stream will be available, allowing you to enjoy the performance from anywhere in the world.

Don't miss this opportunity to support emerging musical talent and experience the beauty of saxophone music in one of the most acoustically and aesthetically pleasing venues in the country.

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Sam Alvarez, saxophone

Mary B. Galvin Recital Hall

Join us for an evening of groundbreaking chamber music as the Takt Trio takes the stage at the Miller Theatre at Columbia University on Monday, May 20, 2024, at 6 PM. This unique Pop-Up Concert celebrates the 100th birthday of György Ligeti, featuring his Horn Trio, a piece written in honor of Johannes Brahms' 150th birthday. Alongside Ligeti's monumental work, the Takt Trio will perform two brand new horn trios by contemporary composers Marcos Balter and Hilda Paredes, commissioned especially for this occasion. These compositions promise to add a modern twist to the chamber music tradition, with the New York premieres of Paredes' "Koan" (2023) and Balter's new work for Takt Trio (2024).

The evening offers a rare opportunity to experience music up close and personal with onstage seating, available on a first-come, first-served basis. Doors open at 5:30 PM, allowing you to settle in before the performance begins at 6 PM. Enhance your experience with a free drink and the chance to mingle with the musicians and fellow concertgoers after the hour-long concert.

Performers for the night include Austin Wulliman on violin, David Byrd-Marrow on horn, and Conor Hanick on piano, each bringing their unique talents to the forefront of this celebratory event.

Admission is free, making this an accessible opportunity for all to enjoy the innovative works of Ligeti, Balter, and Paredes performed by the talented Takt Trio. Don't miss this exceptional evening of music and celebration at Columbia University's Miller Theatre.

Marcos Balter

Composer

Events

Apr 21, 2024

Sam Alvarez, saxophone · Northwestern Bienen School of Music

May 20, 2024

Takt Trio plays Ligeti · Miller Theatre

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