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Andrew Willis: Piano Recital
Saturday, February 21,
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Join renowned keyboardist and scholar Andrew Willis for an evening of beautifully crafted, historically informed performances spanning the 17th through 19th centuries. A Professor Emeritus of Music at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro, Willis is celebrated for his profound expertise in fortepiano and harpsichord, and for performances that bring fresh clarity, stylistic integrity, and expressive nuance to early keyboard repertoire.
Known for his ability to illuminate the sound worlds of past centuries, Willis approaches each work with an understanding of the instruments, techniques, and musical sensibilities that shaped the composers' original intentions. His recitals offer audiences a vivid opportunity to hear familiar works through the lens of period practice-revealing subtleties of articulation, color, and phrasing that modern instruments can sometimes obscure.
This thoughtfully curated program draws from Baroque, Classical, and early Romantic repertoire, tracing the evolution of keyboard writing over nearly three centuries. From the refined elegance of 18th-century style to the expressive expansion of the 19th century, Willis's interpretations invite listeners into a rich historical journey, all within the intimate acoustics of the Nelson Music Room.
Whether you are a seasoned enthusiast of early music or simply curious to hear beloved repertoire in a new light, this recital offers an evening of artistry, insight, and compelling musical storytelling.
Free and open to the public. All are welcome.
Known for his ability to illuminate the sound worlds of past centuries, Willis approaches each work with an understanding of the instruments, techniques, and musical sensibilities that shaped the composers' original intentions. His recitals offer audiences a vivid opportunity to hear familiar works through the lens of period practice-revealing subtleties of articulation, color, and phrasing that modern instruments can sometimes obscure.
This thoughtfully curated program draws from Baroque, Classical, and early Romantic repertoire, tracing the evolution of keyboard writing over nearly three centuries. From the refined elegance of 18th-century style to the expressive expansion of the 19th century, Willis's interpretations invite listeners into a rich historical journey, all within the intimate acoustics of the Nelson Music Room.
Whether you are a seasoned enthusiast of early music or simply curious to hear beloved repertoire in a new light, this recital offers an evening of artistry, insight, and compelling musical storytelling.
Free and open to the public. All are welcome.
