Pianist

Maestro William Rowson returns to the SSO stage to showcase the amazing talent that calls Saskatoon home. The concert opens with a brand new work by Saskatoon-born composer Andrew Kesler’s Suite for the Prairies.

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Sask Celebration

TCU Place

Many performers who shine on the Canadian and international stages make up the teaching staff of the Faculty of Music. The series Les profs de l'UdeM en concert offers high-level events that allow you to appreciate their mastery and the finesse of their playing, for free, in chamber music works. And for students who aspire to continue their studies at the Faculty of Music in performance, these inspiring concerts are privileged opportunities to see and hear their future teacher. This evening with Argentinian accents will be dedicated to the composer and bandoneon player Astor Piazzolla.

Vibrations Festival – UdeM professors in concert: Tribute to Piazzolla

University of Montreal

### Prairie Sons Concert by Saskatoon Symphony Orchestra

**Date and Time:**  
7:30 PM, Friday, March 14, 2025

**Location:**  
St John’s Cathedral  
816 Spadina Crescent E  
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan S7K 3H4  
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**Event Description:**  
Join us for an enchanting evening with the Prairie Sons, featuring cellist David Liam Roberts and pianist Godwin Friesen. These two award-winning musicians, both hailing from the Prairie region, bring a unique and expansive perspective to their performances, inspired by the vast landscapes and living skies of their homeland.

David Liam Roberts and Godwin Friesen, who first met at the Royal Conservatory’s Glenn Gould School of Music, have been recognized as kindred spirits in their dedication to innovative programming and engaging performances. Both musicians have been named to CBC’s list of Hot 30 Classical Musicians Under 30 and have a rich history of performing alongside their musical families.

As part of their Prairie Debut tour, the Prairie Sons will present a concert program that invites the audience to take a fresh look at familiar landscapes and witness the beauty in everyday moments. This performance promises to be a memorable experience, showcasing the artistry and energy that define these exceptional musicians.

**Tickets:**  
Single tickets go on sale on August 1, 2024. Be sure to secure your seats early for this highly anticipated event.

**Additional Information:**  
- See our full Season 94 lineup and subscribe today.
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Don't miss this opportunity to experience the Prairie Sons live in concert, right here in the heart of the prairies. Save your seats and be part of an unforgettable musical journey.

Godwin Friesen

Pianist

Events

Upcoming events

Mar 14, 2025

Prairie Sons · Saskatoon Symphony Orchestra

Past events

Mar 23, 2024

Sask Celebration · Saskatoon Symphony Orchestra

Dec 1, 2023

Vibrations Festival – UdeM professors in concert: Tribute to Piazzolla · Université de Montréal Music Faculty

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