May 09 Friday
Dive into an evening with pianist Benjamin Grosvenor, tracing Beethoven's adventurous path through music's evolving landscape. The concert opens with Jared Miller’s innovative composition Under Sea, Above Sky, setting the stage for a transformative artistic journey. Grosvenor’s interpretation of Beethoven’s Piano Concerto No. 5 “Emperor" encapsulates the transition from the refined elegance of the 18th century to the impassioned expressiveness of Romanticism, underscoring the composer’s pivotal role in musical evolution. The evening reaches its zenith with Dvořák’s "Symphony No. 8," a vibrant celebration of Romantic drama and passion, perfectly capturing the evening's exploration of music's potent emotional trajectory.
Conductor: Timothy Muffitt Featured Artist: Benjamin Grosvenor/Piano
Program:JARED MILLER: Under Sea, Above SkyLUDWIG VAN BEETHOVEN: Piano Concerto No. 5 “Emperor”ANTONÍN DVORÁK: Symphony No. 8
Tickets: $30-$65Concert Sponsors: MSUFCU
May 10 Saturday
May 11 Sunday
Born in Guadalajara, Mexico, Daniela Liebman has performed with more than 30 orchestras on four continents, and made her Lincoln Center debut performing Philip Glass in 2023. She was named among the “100 Most Creative and Powerful Women” by Forbes Mexico, and has been featured in GQ Mexico and Vanity Fair. She studies at The Juilliard School, and is a Warner Classics artist and an international Yamaha artist.
May 17 Saturday
Come and share a poem, story, joke, or song! Or just come and listen. The Timid Poet Open Mic night is the third Saturday of every month at 2208 Winchell Avenue in Kalamazoo, Michigan 49008. Whether you’ve just written your first poem or you’re a seasoned pro, this is a great space to share your creativity. Everyone is welcome! Our next Open Mic is Saturday, November 16, 2019. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. with readings beginning at 7 p.m. You may bring your books of creative writing to sell. Facilities and snacks are provided by the Phoenix Community Church. You can also keep informed by following the Timid Poet Underground blog or Facebook page at https://timidpoetunderground.blogspot.com or https://facebook.com/timidpoetunderground
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