Liang-Yu Wang

Shijie Li

Northwestern Bienen School of Music

Join us for an enchanting evening of violin mastery as Shijie Li, a talented Master of Music student under the tutelage of Gerardo Ribeiro, presents a captivating recital. This event is set to take place on Wednesday, May 8, 2024, at 8:30pm 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 Northwestern University.

The evening's program promises to be a rich and varied exploration of the violin repertoire, featuring works by Johannes Brahms, Sergei Prokofiev, Eugène Ysaÿe, and Ludwig van Beethoven. Highlights include the dynamic Scherzo from F-A-E Sonata by Brahms, Prokofiev's deeply expressive Violin Concerto No. 2 in G Minor, Op. 63, Ysaÿe's intricate Sonata No. 2 for Solo Violin, and Beethoven's profound Sonata No. 7 in C Minor for Violin and Piano, Op. 30. Accompanying Shijie Li on piano will be Liang-yu Wang, adding depth and dimension to this musical journey.

This event is free and open to the public, making it a perfect opportunity for music lovers and aspiring musicians alike to experience the power and beauty of live classical music. No tickets are required, and those unable to attend in person can still be part of the experience through the live stream.

Don't miss this opportunity to support emerging talent and immerse yourself in the world of classical music at Northwestern University's Bienen School of Music.

Shijie Li, violin