Events

• Thursday, February 12, 2026

  Dmitri Berlinsky, violin and Gleb Ivanov, piano

  7:30 pm

  Cook Recital Hall

  Artist-Faculty and Guest Recital Series

  An evening of Romantic-era music for violin and piano, featuring works by Grieg, Chausson, and Fauré.

  Event Details

  $$$
• Saturday, February 14, 2026

  Oboe Romances

  7:30 pm

  Cook Recital Hall

  Artist-Faculty and Guest Recital Series

  MSU oboist Nermis Mieses and pianist Xavier Suárez present a heartfelt recital exploring love and devotion through works by Clara and Robert Schumann, Carl Nielsen, and Robert Henriques.

  Event Details

  $$$
• Online
  Sunday, February 22, 2026

  Lunar New Year Celebration Concert

  3:00 pm

  Cook Recital Hall

  Artist-Faculty and Guest Recital Series

  In its fifth year, this Lunar New Year event features renowned musician Dr. Haiqiong Deng performing Nature, Music, and Convergence, showcasing the expressive traditions of the ancient zheng and qin instruments.

  Event Details

  $$$
• Friday, March 13, 2026

  Fantasies for Strings and Piano

  7:30 pm

  Cook Recital Hall

  Artist-Faculty and Guest Recital Series

  MSU violinist I-Fu Wang and pianist Zhihua Tang perform a diverse program featuring works by Messiaen, Schubert, Schoenberg, and Wieniawski, exploring the emotional and stylistic range of the violin-piano duo.

  Event Details

  $$$
• Online
  Monday, March 16, 2026

  Dialogues for Cello and Piano

  7:30 pm

  Cook Recital Hall

  Artist-Faculty and Guest Recital Series

  MSU cellist Suren Bagratuni and pianist Soojin Kim perform sonatas by Brahms, Debussy, and Britten, showcasing the rich emotional and expressive breadth of the cello-piano repertoire across eras.

  Event Details

  $$$
• Monday, March 23, 2026

  Schubert’s Last Sonatas

  7:30 pm

  Cook Recital Hall

  Artist-Faculty and Guest Recital Series

  MSU pianist Ralph Votapek performs Schubert’s final two piano sonatas, presenting a rare and profound journey through the composer’s richly expressive late style.

  Event Details

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• Canceled
  Tuesday, March 24, 2026

  Music of America: Flute and Piano Perspectives

  7:30 pm

  Cook Recital Hall

  Artist-Faculty and Guest Recital Series

  MSU artists Richard Sherman (flute) and Eric Zuber (piano) present a diverse program of expressive American works, highlighting the versatility of the flute-piano duo.

  Event Details

  $$$
• Thursday, March 26, 2026

  Eriyns Quartet

  7:30 pm

  Cook Recital Hall

  Artist-Faculty and Guest Recital Series

  Known for their bold artistry and global presence, the Erinys Quartet makes their MSU debut with a dynamic program of Bartók, Smith, and Beethoven, showcasing the ensemble’s expressive range and deep musical connection.

  Event Details

  $$$
• Monday, March 30, 2026

  Piano Etudes: A Musical Journey Through Time

  7:30 pm

  Cook Recital Hall

  Artist-Faculty and Guest Recital Series

  MSU pianist Stanislav Khristenko presents a solo recital exploring the evolution of etudes, from early virtuoso pieces to modern works that redefine the genre.

  Event Details

  $$$
• Sunday, April 12, 2026

  Barbara Wagner Chamber Music Competition Showcase

  1:00 pm

  Cook Recital Hall

  MSU Chamber Ensemble

  Now in its sixth year, the Barbara Wagner Chamber Music Competition showcases top student ensembles competing for cash prizes and professional development opportunities, with winners selected by external jurors and announced at the event’s conclusion.

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