UW Music brass faculty Daniel Watt, accompanied by collaborative pianist Dr. Jiwon Han, presents a diverse program of music for tenor and bass trombones and euphonium on Wednesday, September 3, at 7:30 p.m. in the BCPA Recital Hall. The program features “Rapsodia Borealis” by Søren Hyldgaard, “Etoile des Profondeurs” by Jérôme Naulai, and “The Green Hill” by  Bert Appermont, culminates in a brand-new work by Nicola Ferro, “Arise.” Colorado native Daniel Watt is an active freelance musician across the Front Range. Watt serves as principal trombonist with the Fort Collins Symphony, the Wyoming Symphony Orchestra, and the Steamboat Springs Orchestra, and is second trombonist with the Cheyenne Symphony. Hre att joined the faculty of the University of Wyoming in 2016 as instructor of trombone and euphonium and maintains a private studio.

UW Music brass faculty Daniel Watt, accompanied by collaborative pianist Dr. Jiwon Han, presents a diverse program of music for tenor and bass trombones and euphonium on Wednesday, September 3, at 7:30 p.m. in the BCPA Recital Hall. The program features “Rapsodia Borealis” by Søren Hyldgaard, “Etoile des Profondeurs” by Jérôme Naulai, and “The Green Hill” by  Bert Appermont, culminates in a brand-new work by Nicola Ferro, “Arise.” Colorado native Daniel Watt is an active freelance musician across the Front Range. Watt serves as principal trombonist with the Fort Collins Symphony, the Wyoming Symphony Orchestra, and the Steamboat Springs Orchestra, and is second trombonist with the Cheyenne Symphony. Hre att joined the faculty of the University of Wyoming in 2016 as instructor of trombone and euphonium and maintains a private studio.

UW Wind Symphony, directed by Dr. Matthew Schlomer, celebrates the power of music to unite across centuries, cultures, and continents with its concert, ~Festivals and Meditations.~ The concert opens with Kathryn Salfelder~s evocative “Cathedrals,” a work that uses sound to explore architectural spaces and their spiritual weight. The performance continues with Vincent Persichetti~s monumental “Symphony for Band, Symphony no. 6,” a pillar of the wind band repertoire that pushes the boundaries of the medium with its expressive depth. Adding a contemporary flair to the evening is John Adams~s energetic work “Lollapalooza” (arr. by James Spinazzola), a nod to the iconic music festival that demonstrates how modern music continues the tradition of festival celebrations. The journey through time and place continues with John Philip Sousa~s classic march, “Nobles of the Mystic Shrine” (ed.by Frederick Fennell), which connects audiences to the rich history of American band music, reflecting traditions passed down through generations. The program also features a reflective interlude with Leonard Bernstein~s ~A Simple Song,~ (arr. by Sweeney), offering a moment of quiet meditation. The evening concludes with Jeff Tyzik~s vibrant “Three Latin Dances,” a fiery and rhythmic work that transports listeners to another continent and celebrates the festive spirit of global music.

UW Wind Symphony, directed by Dr. Matthew Schlomer, celebrates the power of music to unite across centuries, cultures, and continents with its concert, ~Festivals and Meditations.~ The concert opens with Kathryn Salfelder~s evocative “Cathedrals,” a work that uses sound to explore architectural spaces and their spiritual weight. The performance continues with Vincent Persichetti~s monumental “Symphony for Band, Symphony no. 6,” a pillar of the wind band repertoire that pushes the boundaries of the medium with its expressive depth. Adding a contemporary flair to the evening is John Adams~s energetic work “Lollapalooza” (arr. by James Spinazzola), a nod to the iconic music festival that demonstrates how modern music continues the tradition of festival celebrations. The journey through time and place continues with John Philip Sousa~s classic march, “Nobles of the Mystic Shrine” (ed.by Frederick Fennell), which connects audiences to the rich history of American band music, reflecting traditions passed down through generations. The program also features a reflective interlude with Leonard Bernstein~s ~A Simple Song,~ (arr. by Sweeney), offering a moment of quiet meditation. The evening concludes with Jeff Tyzik~s vibrant “Three Latin Dances,” a fiery and rhythmic work that transports listeners to another continent and celebrates the festive spirit of global music.

Is there a symphony as popular as Dvořák’s New World ? If you know this piece, come experience it again. If you don’t, you have got to hear it. This UW Symphony season-opening performance is Thursday, October 9, at 7:30 p.m. in the Buchanan Center Concert Hall. Why is the music so popular? Dvořák left Prague and settled in New York from 1892 to 1895. He immersed himself in what he considered American folk music. His goal? Creating classical music with a truly American flair. His success is obvious: the Symphony No. 9, From the New World , and the American String Quartet. Whether the melodies are more American than Bohemian can be argued, but they are certainly folk-like. And his symphonic treatment is absolutely unsurpassed. What do you program with such a blockbuster? Since New World refers to all the Americas, UWSO Music Director Michael Griffith chose works by a Mexican and a Brazilian: Arturo Márquez’ Danzón No. 2 and the Guitar Concerto by Heitor Villa-Lobos. Inspired by Cuban and Mexican danzón salon dances, Danzón is fun and electrifying. Márquez’ father was a mariachi musician, and you’ll hear a bit of that influence, too – especially in some of the trumpet writing. Find it on YouTube, in an incredible performance with Gustavo Dudamel leading the Simón Bolívar Symphony Orchestra of Venezuela. When Dr. Griffith last conducted in Goiânia, Brazil—his third trip there—he met the classical guitarist Eduardo Meirinhos. One thing they discussed about was his love of the Villa-Lobos concerto. It’s a fascinating piece, and the UWSO is so happy to bring to you. And if you enjoy Dr. Meirinhos performance of the concerto, he’s also offering a free solo recital on Sunday the 12 th at 3:00. We don’t hear much classical guitar in Laramie, so don’t miss that opportunity! Tickets are available online, by phone at 307-766-6666, or at the BCPA Box Office. UWSO’s opening night fall concert often is very full,  so don’t wait to get your From the New World tickets. The 10/12 recital is free.

Is there a symphony as popular as Dvořák’s New World ? If you know this piece, come experience it again. If you don’t, you have got to hear it. This UW Symphony season-opening performance is Thursday, October 9, at 7:30 p.m. in the Buchanan Center Concert Hall. Why is the music so popular? Dvořák left Prague and settled in New York from 1892 to 1895. He immersed himself in what he considered American folk music. His goal? Creating classical music with a truly American flair. His success is obvious: the Symphony No. 9, From the New World , and the American String Quartet. Whether the melodies are more American than Bohemian can be argued, but they are certainly folk-like. And his symphonic treatment is absolutely unsurpassed. What do you program with such a blockbuster? Since New World refers to all the Americas, UWSO Music Director Michael Griffith chose works by a Mexican and a Brazilian: Arturo Márquez’ Danzón No. 2 and the Guitar Concerto by Heitor Villa-Lobos. Inspired by Cuban and Mexican danzón salon dances, Danzón is fun and electrifying. Márquez’ father was a mariachi musician, and you’ll hear a bit of that influence, too – especially in some of the trumpet writing. Find it on YouTube, in an incredible performance with Gustavo Dudamel leading the Simón Bolívar Symphony Orchestra of Venezuela. When Dr. Griffith last conducted in Goiânia, Brazil—his third trip there—he met the classical guitarist Eduardo Meirinhos. One thing they discussed about was his love of the Villa-Lobos concerto. It’s a fascinating piece, and the UWSO is so happy to bring to you. And if you enjoy Dr. Meirinhos performance of the concerto, he’s also offering a free solo recital on Sunday the 12 th at 3:00. We don’t hear much classical guitar in Laramie, so don’t miss that opportunity! Tickets are available online, by phone at 307-766-6666, or at the BCPA Box Office. UWSO’s opening night fall concert often is very full, so don’t wait to get your From the New World tickets. The 10/12 recital is free.

Is there a symphony as popular as Dvořák’s New World ? If you know this piece, come experience it again. If you don’t, you have got to hear it. This UW Symphony season-opening performance is Thursday, October 9, at 7:30 p.m. in the Buchanan Center Concert Hall. Why is the music so popular? Dvořák left Prague and settled in New York from 1892 to 1895. He immersed himself in what he considered American folk music. His goal? Creating classical music with a truly American flair. His success is obvious: the Symphony No. 9, From the New World , and the American String Quartet. Whether the melodies are more American than Bohemian can be argued, but they are certainly folk-like. And his symphonic treatment is absolutely unsurpassed. What do you program with such a blockbuster? Since New World refers to all the Americas, UWSO Music Director Michael Griffith chose works by a Mexican and a Brazilian: Arturo Márquez’ Danzón No. 2 and the Guitar Concerto by Heitor Villa-Lobos. Inspired by Cuban and Mexican danzón salon dances, Danzón is fun and electrifying. Márquez’ father was a mariachi musician, and you’ll hear a bit of that influence, too – especially in some of the trumpet writing. Find it on YouTube, in an incredible performance with Gustavo Dudamel leading the Simón Bolívar Symphony Orchestra of Venezuela. When Dr. Griffith last conducted in Goiânia, Brazil—his third trip there—he met the classical guitarist Eduardo Meirinhos. One thing they discussed about was his love of the Villa-Lobos concerto. It’s a fascinating piece, and the UWSO is so happy to bring to you. And if you enjoy Dr. Meirinhos performance of the concerto, he’s also offering a free solo recital on Sunday the 12 th at 3:00. We don’t hear much classical guitar in Laramie, so don’t miss that opportunity! Tickets are available online, by phone at 307-766-6666, or at the BCPA Box Office. UWSO’s opening night fall concert often is very full,  so don’t wait to get your From the New World tickets. The 10/12 recital is free.

UW Music presents a collaborative concert featuring the UW Wind Symphony Chamber Winds and Percussion Ensemble in an evening of diverse and engaging chamber music. The Chamber Winds, conducted by Dr. Matthew Schlomer, will present a woodwind quintet performing A. Normand’s lively “Quintette (Mi majeur)” and a flute trio playing Allan Blank’s “Three Graces.” Audiences will also enjoy the compelling Flute-Clarinet Duet, “Beneath a Canopy of Wings,” by Ellen Ruth Harrison and a rich arrangement of J.S. Bach’s “Fugue in G Minor,” performed by a saxophone quartet. Under the direction of Dr. Andy Wheelock and Brent Church, the Percussion Ensemble will deliver a powerful and dynamic performance, including Ivan Trevino’s “Gardens,” Michael Colgrass’s “Three Brothers,” and David Skidmore’s powerful work “Donner.” The Brass Ensemble, also conducted by Dr. Matthew Schlomer, will close out the concert with a performance of “A Requiem in our Time” by Einojuhani Rautavaara and “Someone to Watch Over Me” by George Gershwin (arr. Eric Crees; transcribed Jeremy Van Hoy). International artist, conductor, educator and UW Director of Bands, Dr. Matthew Schlomer is celebrated for his unique approach to concert programming and cross-disciplinary collaborations. A versatile musician with a background as a saxophonist, composer, and visual artist, Schlomer is also an advocate for new music, regularly commissioning works that blend different art forms. Dr. Andy Wheelock is a drummer, percussionist, and educator who serves as UW Director of Jazz Studies and Percussion Area Coordinator. An active jazz performer and composer, he leads the WHEE3TRIO and has collaborated with numerous notable artists. Wheelock~s music is known for blending jazz with Afro-Latin, West African, and pop influences. Brent Church is a UW Music Technology student who blends classical repertoire with electronic music. A percussionist, he has performed solo recitals and released an EP.

UW Music presents a collaborative concert featuring the UW Wind Symphony Chamber Winds and Percussion Ensemble in an evening of diverse and engaging chamber music. The Chamber Winds, conducted by Dr. Matthew Schlomer, will present a woodwind quintet performing A. Normand’s lively “Quintette (Mi majeur)” and a flute trio playing Allan Blank’s “Three Graces.” Audiences will also enjoy the compelling Flute-Clarinet Duet, “Beneath a Canopy of Wings,” by Ellen Ruth Harrison and a rich arrangement of J.S. Bach’s “Fugue in G Minor,” performed by a saxophone quartet. Under the direction of Dr. Andy Wheelock and Brent Church, the Percussion Ensemble will deliver a powerful and dynamic performance, including Ivan Trevino’s “Gardens,” Michael Colgrass’s “Three Brothers,” and David Skidmore’s powerful work “Donner.” The Brass Ensemble, also conducted by Dr. Matthew Schlomer, will close out the concert with a performance of “A Requiem in our Time” by Einojuhani Rautavaara and “Someone to Watch Over Me” by George Gershwin (arr. Eric Crees; transcribed Jeremy Van Hoy). International artist, conductor, educator and UW Director of Bands, Dr. Matthew Schlomer is celebrated for his unique approach to concert programming and cross-disciplinary collaborations. A versatile musician with a background as a saxophonist, composer, and visual artist, Schlomer is also an advocate for new music, regularly commissioning works that blend different art forms. Dr. Andy Wheelock is a drummer, percussionist, and educator who serves as UW Director of Jazz Studies and Percussion Area Coordinator. An active jazz performer and composer, he leads the WHEE3TRIO and has collaborated with numerous notable artists. Wheelock~s music is known for blending jazz with Afro-Latin, West African, and pop influences. Brent Church is a UW Music Technology student who blends classical repertoire with electronic music. A percussionist, he has performed solo recitals and released an EP.

UW Music presents a collaborative concert featuring the UW Wind Symphony Chamber Winds and Percussion Ensemble in an evening of diverse and engaging chamber music. The Chamber Winds, conducted by Dr. Matthew Schlomer, will present a woodwind quintet performing A. Normand’s lively “Quintette (Mi majeur)” and a flute trio playing Allan Blank’s “Three Graces.” Audiences will also enjoy the compelling Flute-Clarinet Duet, “Beneath a Canopy of Wings,” by Ellen Ruth Harrison and a rich arrangement of J.S. Bach’s “Fugue in G Minor,” performed by a saxophone quartet. Under the direction of Dr. Andy Wheelock and Brent Church, the Percussion Ensemble will deliver a powerful and dynamic performance, including Ivan Trevino’s “Gardens,” Michael Colgrass’s “Three Brothers,” and David Skidmore’s powerful work “Donner.” The Brass Ensemble, also conducted by Dr. Matthew Schlomer, will close out the concert with a performance of “A Requiem in our Time” by Einojuhani Rautavaara and “Someone to Watch Over Me” by George Gershwin (arr. Eric Crees; transcribed Jeremy Van Hoy). International artist, conductor, educator and UW Director of Bands, Dr. Matthew Schlomer is celebrated for his unique approach to concert programming and cross-disciplinary collaborations. A versatile musician with a background as a saxophonist, composer, and visual artist, Schlomer is also an advocate for new music, regularly commissioning works that blend different art forms. Dr. Andy Wheelock is a drummer, percussionist, and educator who serves as UW Director of Jazz Studies and Percussion Area Coordinator. An active jazz performer and composer, he leads the WHEE3TRIO and has collaborated with numerous notable artists. Wheelock~s music is known for blending jazz with Afro-Latin, West African, and pop influences. Brent Church is a UW Music Technology student who blends classical repertoire with electronic music. A percussionist, he has performed solo recitals and released an EP.

UW Music presents acclaimed pianist Dr. Kara Huber in a special recital featuring the complete solo piano works of Pulitzer Prize and multiple GRAMMY® Award-winning American composer Joan Tower. The recital, entitled “From Twelve-Tone Crowd to Risk-Taker,” offers a chronological journey through Tower~s repertoire, highlighting her progression from a rigorous serialist to a composer with a more accessible and colorful voice. The performance will trace Tower~s compositional arc, from her early twelve-tone pieces influenced by composers like Stravinsky to her more lyrical and rhythmically-charged later works. The program will feature major multi-movement pieces such as “No Longer Very Clear” and deeply personal miniatures like “Love Letter,” a recent work dedicated to Tower~s late husband. Huber~s insightful interpretations of Tower’s work have earned high praise from critics and the composer herself. A long-time champion of Tower’s music, Huber recently released a critically-acclaimed album of the same works. GRAMMY®-nominated Canadian-American pianist and conductor Kara Huber is quickly establishing herself as a celebrated member of the new class of concert pianists. Hailed as “absolutely dazzling…in a word, flawless” (New York Concert Review) in her Carnegie Hall debut, Huber combines the polish and warmth of an old-school soloist with the charisma and flair of the new generation of piano virtuosi. Huber has performed across North America, Europe, and Australia, including solo appearances at the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, the Piano Virtuoso Series at the Canadian Opera Company, the Rising Stars Piano Series in Southampton, New York, and Steinway Series at the Smithsonian American Art Museum. An in-demand recitalist, she seeks to excite and delight diverse audiences through creative and engaging programming. On the orchestral stage, Huber has performed with the Louisville Orchestra, San Juan Symphony, Oakville Symphony, Scarborough Philharmonic, and York Symphony Orchestra. She has worked under the baton of renowned conductors Charles Dutoit, Gerard Schwarz, Teddy Abrams, Thomas Heuser and Denis Mastromonaco, in addition to conducting and performing with the Canadian Chamber Orchestra. Huber has received numerous prizes and awards, including the Audience Favorite Award in the Cincinnati World Piano Competition. She received training from the University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music with Frank Weinstock and Awadagin Pratt, and at The Glenn Gould School of The Royal Conservatory of Music with John Perry and Leon Fleisher. She holds a DMA in piano and conducting from the University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music and previously taught at the University of Louisville School of Music. Huber currently serves as the Marjorie Wood Drackett Chair of Piano at the Interlochen Arts Academy.

UW Music presents acclaimed pianist Dr. Kara Huber in a special recital featuring the complete solo piano works of Pulitzer Prize and multiple GRAMMY® Award-winning American composer Joan Tower. The recital, entitled “From Twelve-Tone Crowd to Risk-Taker,” offers a chronological journey through Tower~s repertoire, highlighting her progression from a rigorous serialist to a composer with a more accessible and colorful voice. The performance will trace Tower~s compositional arc, from her early twelve-tone pieces influenced by composers like Stravinsky to her more lyrical and rhythmically-charged later works. The program will feature major multi-movement pieces such as “No Longer Very Clear” and deeply personal miniatures like “Love Letter,” a recent work dedicated to Tower~s late husband. Huber~s insightful interpretations of Tower’s work have earned high praise from critics and the composer herself. A long-time champion of Tower’s music, Huber recently released a critically-acclaimed album of the same works. GRAMMY®-nominated Canadian-American pianist and conductor Kara Huber is quickly establishing herself as a celebrated member of the new class of concert pianists. Hailed as “absolutely dazzling…in a word, flawless” (New York Concert Review) in her Carnegie Hall debut, Huber combines the polish and warmth of an old-school soloist with the charisma and flair of the new generation of piano virtuosi. Huber has performed across North America, Europe, and Australia, including solo appearances at the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, the Piano Virtuoso Series at the Canadian Opera Company, the Rising Stars Piano Series in Southampton, New York, and Steinway Series at the Smithsonian American Art Museum. An in-demand recitalist, she seeks to excite and delight diverse audiences through creative and engaging programming. On the orchestral stage, Huber has performed with the Louisville Orchestra, San Juan Symphony, Oakville Symphony, Scarborough Philharmonic, and York Symphony Orchestra. She has worked under the baton of renowned conductors Charles Dutoit, Gerard Schwarz, Teddy Abrams, Thomas Heuser and Denis Mastromonaco, in addition to conducting and performing with the Canadian Chamber Orchestra. Huber has received numerous prizes and awards, including the Audience Favorite Award in the Cincinnati World Piano Competition. She received training from the University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music with Frank Weinstock and Awadagin Pratt, and at The Glenn Gould School of The Royal Conservatory of Music with John Perry and Leon Fleisher. She holds a DMA in piano and conducting from the University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music and previously taught at the University of Louisville School of Music. Huber currently serves as the Marjorie Wood Drackett Chair of Piano at the Interlochen Arts Academy.