Cellist

Join us for an enchanting evening of music as Waverly Long takes the stage with her viola for a captivating student recital. This event is set to unfold on Sunday, June 2, 2024, at 6:00pm CDT, in the intimate setting of the McClintock Choral and Recital Room, located within the prestigious Patrick G. and Shirley W. Ryan Center for the Musical Arts at 70 Arts Circle Drive, Evanston, IL 60208.

Waverly Long, a talented Bachelor of Music student under the tutelage of Desirée Ruhstrat, will be joined by an ensemble of gifted musicians including Abigail Yoon and Lucy Kim on violin, Samuel Sun on viola, Naomi Aires, Noam Ginsparg, and Kailie Holliday on cello, with Philip Long and Nathan Canfield on piano. Together, they will present a program that spans the breadth of classical music, featuring works by Robert Schumann, Dobrinka Tabakova, Alan Hovhaness, Ludwig van Beethoven, Johannes Brahms, and Gabriel Fauré. Highlights include Schumann's Märchenbilder, Op. 113, Tabakova's Whispered Lullaby, and selections from Brahms' String Sextet No. 1 in B-flat Major, Op. 18.

This recital offers a unique opportunity to experience the depth and breadth of classical music through the performances of emerging talents. The event is free, and tickets are not required, making it accessible to all who wish to immerse themselves in the beauty of live music. For those unable to attend in person, a live stream will be available, ensuring no one misses out on this musical celebration.

Don't miss this opportunity to support young musicians and experience the future of classical music. Mark your calendars for an evening of exquisite music that promises to be both inspiring and memorable.

Waverly Long, viola

Ryan Center for the Musical Arts

Kailie Holliday, cello

Northwestern Bienen School of Music

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