Musicians worldwide dream of performing at Carnegie Hall in New York City. For professionals and emerging artists alike, it is an honor to play in the revered venue.
Next month, on Oct 13, three of our own will take this stage in a unique performance curated to inspire audiences to delve into their own imagination and experiences. The program includes Bach’s "Erbarme Dich, mein Gott", Strauss’s "Morgen!," Op. 27, No. 4, Ravel’s “Tzigane,” and much more.
The concert was catalyzed by former U School of Music faculty member and world-renowned violinist David Park. Park will play the Earl Falmouth Stradivarius violin from 1692, an honor reserved just for musicians of the highest caliber.
When selecting his team, Park jumped at the chance to invite pianists Melissa Garff Ballard and Alex Marshall to perform.
“It is very unique in Carnegie Hall to have so many people from one state collaborating, so it really showcases the fine arts at the University of Utah."
Both Ballard and Marshall are two-time alumni of the University of Utah School of Music, earning both bachelor’s and master’s degrees. Alongside her work as an accomplished pianist, Ballard serves in the Utah House of Representatives. Marshall is currently Music Director in the Department of Theatre.
The abundant representation from our community on an international stage is something for which we are deeply proud, and showcases the remarkable talent at home in the College of Fine Arts.
But there’s more.
Knowing that many Utahns might not be able to make the trek to the Big Apple, the group felt compelled to share the program locally –– at Libby Gardner Hall on Oct 2 at 7:30p.
“It is very unique in Carnegie Hall to have so many people from one state collaborating, so it really showcases the fine arts at the University of Utah,” Ballard said. “Our hope is that if you cannot get to Carnegie Hall, which is where they have the best-of-the-best in the world featured, come hear us at Libby Gardner Hall.”
As an added benefit, soprano Michelle Dean, a fellow School of Music alumna in vocal performance, will join the local concert. Later at Carnegie Hall, celebrated singer Marina Poplavskaya will perform.
For those University of Utah alumni and friends living on the East Coast, and those able to travel, the Carnegie Hall concert will be the perfect opportunity to enjoy music and connect as a community.
David Park, Melissa Ballard, Alex Marshall, and Michelle Dean
Libby Gardner Concert Hall
October 2, 2023
7:30p
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