Kay Kim

Michael Wattai

Anjali Covill

Northwestern Bienen School of Music

Join us for an exquisite afternoon of classical music at the Shirley Welsh Ryan Opera Theater, located within the prestigious Bienen School of Music at Northwestern University. This special event features the talented Michael Wattai, a Master of Music student specializing in the horn, under the tutelage of Gail Williams and Jonathan Boen. The recital is set to take place on Saturday, May 25, 2024, at 2:30pm CDT, promising an unforgettable experience for music lovers.

The program includes a carefully curated selection of works that showcase the versatility and depth of the horn, alongside other instruments. Highlights include W.A. Mozart's Overture to The Magic Flute, arranged by Dutschke and edited by Ralph Lockwood, and J.S. Bach's Allemande from Cello Suite No. 4 in E-flat Major, BWV 1010. Additionally, the audience will be treated to Giovanni Punto's Horn Concerto No. 5 in F Major, arranged by Robert Ostermeyer, and George Rochberg's Trio for Clarinet, Horn, and Piano.

Michael Wattai will be joined by an ensemble of gifted musicians, including Anjali Covill on clarinet, Gwen Boros, Lily Kern, and Mark Morris on horn, and Kay Kim on piano, making for a rich and diverse musical experience.

This event is free and open to the public, with no tickets required. It offers a unique opportunity to enjoy high-caliber music in the intimate setting of the Ryan Opera Theater, which boasts double-height ceilings and expansive windows that offer stunning views of Lake Michigan. The theater's 163 seats provide an ideal environment for an immersive and personal musical experience.

Don't miss this opportunity to support emerging musical talent and experience the beauty of classical music performed by the next generation of outstanding musicians.

Michael Wattai, horn