Join us for an exquisite afternoon of clarinet music featuring the talented Connor Myers, a Master of Music student at the Northwestern Bienen School of Music. This captivating recital is scheduled for Sunday, May 19, 2024, at 2:30pm CDT, in the Regenstein Master Class Room.

Under the tutelage of esteemed instructors Stephen Williamson and Todd Levy, Connor Myers will showcase his mastery through a diverse program. Accompanied by Ke Wang on piano, the repertoire includes Johannes Brahms' Clarinet Sonata No. 2, Op. 120, Catherine Likhuta's "Lesions," Joseph Horovitz's Sonatina for Clarinet and Piano, Malcolm Arnold's Fantasy for B-flat Clarinet, Op. 87, and Andre Messager's "Solo de concours."

This event is a wonderful opportunity to experience the depth and versatility of the clarinet, brought to life by emerging talents in the field of music. Admission is free, and no tickets are required. For those unable to attend in person, a live stream of the recital will be available, ensuring you don't miss this remarkable performance.

The Regenstein Master Class Room, with seating for 200, is located in the Regenstein Hall of Music, adjacent to the Ryan Center for the Musical Arts at the Bienen School of Music, 60 Arts Circle Drive, Evanston, IL 60208.

Don't miss this showcase of musical brilliance at the Bienen School of Music.

Connor Myers, clarinet

Northwestern Bienen School of Music

Join us for an enchanting evening of euphonium music featuring the talented Oliver Stark, a Master of Music student under the guidance of Matthew Gaunt and Gene Pokorny. This solo recital is set to take place on Tuesday, May 21, 2024, at 6:00pm CDT in the Regenstein Master Class Room at the Bienen School of Music, Northwestern University.

Oliver Stark will perform a captivating program that includes John Stevens' "Elegy for solo euphonium," Gail Robertson's "Rock Hopper," Michael Forbes' "Cosmic Voyage," and arrangements by Oliver Stark himself, including Karl Jenkins' "Benedictus" from The Armed Man: A Mass for Peace, and Philip Sparke's "Pantomime." This event promises to be a showcase of Stark's virtuosity and the expressive capabilities of the euphonium.

The recital will also feature performances by a brass ensemble and a euphonium quartet, including musicians Chris Carrigg, Evan DeRicco, Noah Vincent, and others, under the direction of conductor Imran Amarshi.

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, ensuring that music lovers everywhere can enjoy this exceptional performance.

Location: Regenstein Master Class Room, Bienen School of Music, 60 Arts Circle Drive, Evanston, IL 60208, United States.

Don't miss this opportunity to experience the beautiful sounds of the euphonium performed by Oliver Stark and his fellow musicians.

Joseph Horovitz

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May 19, 2024

Connor Myers, clarinet · Northwestern Bienen School of Music

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