Acclaimed pianist brings talent to Mansion, performs multiple pieces

By Jeny Varughese Staff Writer

“Reflections on 9/11,” a sevenmovement piano solo piece, was performed by Karen Walwyn, a nationally acclaimed pianist, in the Mansion on Sunday, Nov. 7.

Walwyn composed “Reflections on 9/11” so that each movement corresponded to the events of that day and its aftermath.

The final movement represents a hope that every country can live through this tragedy and still be united.

As a child, Walwyn’s parents had her learn the piano and play for several recitals. When it came time to decide on a career, Walwyn decided to study what she knows best: the piano.

“My favorite piece was Anguish because it showed a lot of fear,” Marissa Alarcon, freshman English major, said. “The piece seems to be very energetic and complicated.”

Walwyn, a concert pianist and recording artist, performed at Cabrini in the past making this the third performance at the college.

“I knew Karen for a number of years and knew she had written this piece, which I heard on her CD,” Dr. Adeline Bethany, fine arts professor, said.

“I was very impressed and thought it would be a good opportunity to meet a person who is a pianist, composer and a recording artist. Also, I wanted to give her the opportunity to showcase her work,” Bethany said.

“I studied the piano but never discipline,” Walwyn said. “It’s easy to listen to composers but hard to compose your own piece.”

Walwyn’s compositions were originally created a month before