Pianist

**Event Description:**

**Gabriela Montero Piano Recital - Skyline Piano Artist Series**

**Date & Time:** Sunday, April 28, 2024, at 7:30pm CDT

**Location:** Mary B. Galvin Recital Hall, 70 Arts Circle Drive, Evanston, IL 60208, United States

Join us for an unforgettable evening as the Northwestern Bienen School of Music presents the internationally acclaimed pianist Gabriela Montero, part of the prestigious Skyline Piano Artist Series. This special event, set against the backdrop of the stunning Mary B. Galvin Recital Hall with its panoramic views of Lake Michigan and the Chicago skyline, promises to be a highlight of the musical season.

**Program Highlights:**
- Westward
- Sergei Prokofiev: Sarcasms, Op. 17
- Sergei Prokofiev: Piano Sonata No. 2 in D Minor, Op. 14
- Sergei Rachmaninoff: Piano Sonata No. 2 in B-flat Minor, Op. 36
- Igor Stravinsky: Piano Sonata in F-sharp Minor
- Improvisations to Charlie Chaplin’s "The Immigrant"

Gabriela Montero, celebrated for her extraordinary musicality, improvisational skills, and powerful performances, will take the audience on a journey through a selection of classical masterpieces and her unique improvisations. Montero has captivated audiences worldwide with her performances with leading orchestras and her advocacy for human rights, earning her critical acclaim and numerous awards, including a Latin Grammy Award for Best Classical Album.

**Ticket Information:**
This event has sold out, reflecting the high anticipation and enthusiasm for Montero's performance. Tickets were priced at $30 for the general public and $10 for students with valid ID.

**Venue Information:**
The Mary B. Galvin Recital Hall, located in the Ryan Center for the Musical Arts, is renowned for its acoustic excellence and breathtaking design, featuring a 40-foot glass wall and undulating wooden walls for optimal sound quality.

Don't miss this opportunity to experience the artistry of Gabriela Montero in one of the most beautiful concert venues in the country.

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Gabriela Montero

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