October 2019
Grieg Piano Concerto – SIUE-SIUC Combined Orchestras
The orchestras of both Southern Illinois campuses will combine for an evening of exceptional music with pianist Awadagin Pratt. Among his generation of concert artists, Pratt is acclaimed for his musical insight and intensely involved performances both in recital and with symphony orchestras. Born in Pittsburgh, Pratt began studying piano at the age of 6. Three years later, having moved to Normal, Ill. with his family, he also started studying violin. At the age of 16 he entered the University…
Find out more »Grieg Piano Concerto – Oct. 22
The combined orchestras of SIU Carbondale and SIU Edwardsville will perform Gustav Mahler’s monumental First Symphony, conducted by Michael Mishra. Edward Benyas leads the ensemble as they accompany the virtuoso African-American pianist, Awadagin Pratt in Edvard Grieg’s lovely Piano Concerto.
Find out more »Judge at the Olga Kern International Piano Competition
The New Mexico Philharmonic and pianist Olga Kern join in collaboration to present the Olga Kern International Piano Competition (OKIPC) to provide a venue for young pianists to develop international careers. The final round of this impressive new contest will feature the Competition’s finalists in performance with the New Mexico Philharmonic. In addition to a cash prize, the winner will be awarded concert engagements throughout the US and Europe and a professional recording.
Find out more »November 2019
Piano Recital – Elyria OH
Details coming soon.
Find out more »December 2019
Resident and Recital – NYUAD Music Program
Internationally acclaimed pianist Awadagin Pratt performs Beethoven, Brahms, Franck, and Auerbach. Among his generation of concert artists, Pratt is recognized for his musical insight and intensely involving performances. Experience an evening of masterworks for solo piano featuring: Beethoven — Opus 110 Brahms — Ballades Franck — Prelude Chorale Fugue Auerbach — Chorale Fugue and Postlude The concert is followed by a Q&A with the artist and NYUAD Music program head Matthew Quayle, moderated by NYU Abu Dhabi Assistant Professor of…
Find out more »January 2020
Skyline Piano Artist Series
A celebration of pianistic virtuosity--with a view An exciting lineup of award-winning performers showcases the depth and breadth of the piano repertoire.
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