Performance
Joanne and Bill Church West Circle Series
This series celebrates the diversity of the classical genre and features the music of groundbreaking composers. Concerts are held in the beautiful and intimately scaled Fairchild Theatre with performances by MSU musicians.
The entire West Circle Series is sponsored by Joanne and Bill Church.
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2023–2024 Season Performances
Celebrating Jewish Identity in Music
10/16 Monday, 7:30 p.m.
Fairchild Theatre, MSU Auditorium $$
For centuries, composers have drawn inspiration from the rich traditions of Jewish music in their works. This concert celebrates the diversity of that inspiration, featuring music that honors Jewish identity, expresses solidarity with Jewish musicians, and commemorates the tragedy of the Holocaust.
Generously sponsored by Trustee Emerita Dee Cook in memory of her husband Byron Cook.
Rachmaninoff at 150
12/4 Monday, 7:30 p.m.
Fairchild Theatre, MSU Auditorium $$
While for many Rachmaninoff is known first as a composer of masterpieces, he was also one of the foremost pianists of his time. His compositions explore the complexities and expressiveness of the piano. This concert celebrates his work in the year he would have turned 150, featuring the Symphonic Dances for two pianos as well as vocal selections.
Generously sponsored by April Clobes and Glen Brough.
Happy Birthday, Mozart!
1/22 Monday, 7:30 p.m.
Fairchild Theatre, MSU Auditorium $$
The brilliance of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart is the gift that keeps giving. His prolific output of masterful music in so many different styles has allowed this annual program to remain fresh each year as his music is enjoyed worldwide decade after decade. Join us for our annual celebration of Mozart’s birthday. Cookies provided after the performance!
Generously sponsored by Ann, John and Abby Lindley.
Puccini: Con Amore
4/8 Monday, 7:30 p.m.
Fairchild Theatre, MSU Auditorium $$
Giacomo Puccini died in 1924, and this concert in the 100th year since his passing commemorates the extraordinary mark he left on the world through his music. Known primarily for his operas, he stands out as one of the most successful composers of Italian opera with renowned works like La Bohème, Madame Butterfly, and others that remain among the most frequently performed and beloved.
Generously sponsored by Dr. and Mrs. Roy Meland.
