Brian Zhan

Sarah Chong

Aidan Alcocer

Joel Kang

Sanford Whatley

Yoko Yamada-Selvaggio

Northwestern Bienen School of Music

Join us for an enchanting evening of music as Aidan Alcocer takes the stage at the Mary B. Galvin Recital Hall for a Master of Music recital. This event, set for Tuesday, April 30, 2024, at 8:30pm CDT, promises to be a showcase of exceptional talent and musicality.

Aidan Alcocer, a horn player and a student of Gail Williams and Jonathan Boen, will be performing a captivating program that includes David Lyon's Partita for Solo Horn, Roxanna Panufnik's Sonnets without Words, and York Bowen's Quintet in C Minor for Horn and String Quartet, Op. 85. Joining Aidan on stage will be an ensemble of gifted musicians: Joel Kang and Brian Zhan on violin, Sanford Whatley on viola, Sarah Chong on cello, and Yoko Yamada-Selvaggio on piano.

This recital is a highlight of the Northwestern Bienen School of Music's vibrant concert calendar and is a testament to the school's commitment to fostering musical excellence. The Mary B. Galvin Recital Hall, with its breathtaking views of Lake Michigan and the Chicago skyline, provides the perfect backdrop for this musical journey. The hall's acoustics, designed to enhance the performance, promise an auditory experience as stunning as the visual.

Admission to this event is free, and tickets are not required, making it an accessible opportunity for all music lovers to experience the talents of these emerging artists. For those unable to attend in person, the recital will also be available via live stream, ensuring that no one misses out on this remarkable performance.

Mark your calendars for an evening of beautiful music and support the next generation of musicians. Whether in person or online, this is an event not to be missed.

Aidan Alcocer, horn