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.

Join the University of Wyoming Department of Music in welcoming the Factory Seconds Brass Trio for a FREE concert! Established in 2013, the Factory Seconds Brass Trio consists of Jack Sutte, trumpet, Richard King, horn (UW performance), and Richard Stout, trombone. The trio features musicians from the world-renowned Cleveland Orchestra, who are also faculty members at the Baldwin Wallace Conservatory, and brings a distinctive voice into brass chamber music. Known for their creative transcriptions of early music and active collaboration with contemporary composers, the trio offers a program at UW ranging from 12th century compositions to present-day works.

Join the University of Wyoming Department of Music in welcoming the Factory Seconds Brass Trio for a FREE concert! Established in 2013, the Factory Seconds Brass Trio consists of Jack Sutte, trumpet, Richard King, horn (UW performance), and Richard Stout, trombone. The trio features musicians from the world-renowned Cleveland Orchestra, who are also faculty members at the Baldwin Wallace Conservatory, and brings a distinctive voice into brass chamber music. Known for their creative transcriptions of early music and active collaboration with contemporary composers, the trio offers a program at UW ranging from 12th century compositions to present-day works.

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.

South Korean bass trombonist Minhwan Lee, lecturer at the Korea National University of Arts and former member of the Macau Orchestra, presents an exciting program immediately followed by a masterclass. PROGRAM Ernst Sachse - Concertino for bass trombone and piano 12 Alexander Lebedev - Concertantes Allegro for bass trombone and piano 7 Ricardo Molla - The Overton Window for bass trombone and piano 5 Nicole Piunno - I n the Secret Places for Tenor Trombone, Bass Trombone and Piano 10 with Drew Leslie, tenor trombone Steven Verhelst - Danzone for bass trombone and piano 12 Stephen Bulla - Rhapsody for bass trombone and piano 7

South Korean bass trombonist Minhwan Lee, lecturer at the Korea National University of Arts and former member of the Macau Orchestra, presents an exciting program immediately followed by a masterclass. PROGRAM Ernst Sachse - Concertino for bass trombone and piano 12 Alexander Lebedev - Concertantes Allegro for bass trombone and piano 7 Ricardo Molla - The Overton Window for bass trombone and piano 5 Nicole Piunno - I n the Secret Places for Tenor Trombone, Bass Trombone and Piano 10 with Drew Leslie, tenor trombone Steven Verhelst - Danzone for bass trombone and piano 12 Stephen Bulla - Rhapsody for bass trombone and piano 7

South Korean bass trombonist Minhwan Lee, lecturer at the Korea National University of Arts and former member of the Macau Orchestra, presents an exciting program immediately followed by a masterclass. PROGRAM Ernst Sachse - Concertino for bass trombone and piano 12 Alexander Lebedev - Concertantes Allegro for bass trombone and piano 7 Ricardo Molla - The Overton Window for bass trombone and piano 5 Nicole Piunno - I n the Secret Places for Tenor Trombone, Bass Trombone and Piano 10 with Drew Leslie, tenor trombone Steven Verhelst - Danzone for bass trombone and piano 12 Stephen Bulla - Rhapsody for bass trombone and piano 7

UW Collegiate Chorale and Chamber Orchestra, conducted by Dr. Brian C. Murray, present a collaborative concert exploring themes of resilience and renewal. The concert’s centerpiece is Takach’s multi-movement oratorio for choir and strings, “We Are Phoenix.” The piece uses poetry from multiple authors to draw a powerful comparison between the Earth~s constant cycle of destruction and renewal and the human capacity to overcome hardship and rise again, stronger than before. The concert also highlights two stunning musical settings of John Donne~s Divine Sonnet VII, a vivid depiction of the Last Judgment that creates a timeless and profound reflection on life and death. First is Williametta Spencer’s 1968 work ~At the Round Earth~s Imagined Corners,” followed by Reginal Wright’s powerful new choral work “Imagined Corners,” which was commissioned by the UW Choirs and will include the composer in attendance. Complementing this theme and concluding the program is Moses Hogan~s joyful and dynamic arrangement of the African American spiritual, “I Can Tell the World,” known for its vibrant harmonies and rhythmic intensity. Complementing this theme is Moses Hogan’s dynamic and joyful arrangement of the spiritual “I Can Tell the World,” The University of Wyoming Collegiate Chorale is the premier mixed choral ensemble at UW. The University of Wyoming Chamber Orchestra features some of UW~s most advanced string players, performing a diverse repertoire from Baroque to contemporary music. Don’t miss this evening of inspiring music celebrating the strength of the human spirit!

UW Collegiate Chorale and Chamber Orchestra, conducted by Dr. Brian C. Murray, present a collaborative concert exploring themes of resilience and renewal. The concert’s centerpiece is Takach’s multi-movement oratorio for choir and strings, “We Are Phoenix.” The piece uses poetry from multiple authors to draw a powerful comparison between the Earth~s constant cycle of destruction and renewal and the human capacity to overcome hardship and rise again, stronger than before. The concert also highlights two stunning musical settings of John Donne~s Divine Sonnet VII, a vivid depiction of the Last Judgment that creates a timeless and profound reflection on life and death. First is Williametta Spencer’s 1968 work ~At the Round Earth~s Imagined Corners,” followed by Reginal Wright’s powerful new choral work “Imagined Corners,” which was commissioned by the UW Choirs and will include the composer in attendance. Complementing this theme and concluding the program is Moses Hogan~s joyful and dynamic arrangement of the African American spiritual, “I Can Tell the World,” known for its vibrant harmonies and rhythmic intensity. Complementing this theme is Moses Hogan’s dynamic and joyful arrangement of the spiritual “I Can Tell the World,” The University of Wyoming Collegiate Chorale is the premier mixed choral ensemble at UW. The University of Wyoming Chamber Orchestra features some of UW~s most advanced string players, performing a diverse repertoire from Baroque to contemporary music. Don’t miss this evening of inspiring music celebrating the strength of the human spirit!

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.