The University of Texas San Antonio The College of Liberal and Fine Arts School of Music presents
BACH To The DRAWING BOARD: A FUSION OF SIGHT AND SOUND
The VIOLIN STUDIO OF DR. NICOLE CHERRY in collaboration with the UTSA ART STUDIO featuring the music from the Sonatas and Partitas for solo violin and the Concerto for Two Violins by Johann Sebastian Bach (1685-1750)
UTSA Recital Hall
Sunday, April 21, 2024 7:30 pm
Taking Flight
Ben Spivey
Violin Studio commission and premiere UTSA Senior composition and violin
Violin Studio Ensemble
Part I: "Vibrant Concerto"
• Performers: Elisa Nivon (violin) & Diana Fitzgibbon (visual artist) with Elisa’s sons: Yuan Harumi Whatley, violin and Ieshua Gen Whatley, cello
• Piece: Double Concerto Vivace
• Description: Experience the vivacious energy of Bach's Double Concerto Vivace as Elisa's violin and Diana's brushstrokes intertwine to create a vibrant tapestry of melody and visual artistry.
Part II: "Intricate Contrapuntal Lines"
• Performers: Harmony Skinner (violin) & Isaac Grigar (visual artist)
• Piece: Sonata No. 1 Fuga
• Description: Harmony's violin leads us through Bach's intricate contrapuntal lines in the Fuga, while Isaac's visual interpretation adds depth and complexity, mirroring the interplay of voices in the music.
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Part III: "Lively Dance"
• Performers: Lacey Elrod (violin) & Elena Benavides (visual artist)
• Piece: Partita No. 3 Bourree
• Description: Lacey's violin guides us through the lively rhythms of Bach's Bourree, complemented by Elena's visual representation capturing the joy and exuberance of the music.
Part IV: "Graceful Bourree"
• Performers: Nicholas Garza (violin) & Elroy Kay (visual artist)
• Piece: Partita No. 1 Tempo di Bourree
• Description: Nicholas’ violin guides us through the intricate melodies of Bach's Bourree while Elroy's artwork captures the graceful movements, seamlessly blending music and visual expression.
Part V: "Baroque Reverie"
• Performers: Florian Love (violin) & Mckenna Tuveson (visual artist)
• Piece: Partita No. 2 Allemande
• Description: Immerse yourself in the Baroque era with Florian's violin transporting you through Bach's Allemande, complemented by Mckenna's intricate visual motifs and delicate brushwork capturing the essence of the period.
Part VI: "Elegant Gavotte"
• Performers: Keith Beene (violin) & Jason Brown (visual artist)
• Piece: Partita No. 3 Gavotte and Rondeau
• Description: Keith's violin leads us through the elegance of Bach's Gavotte and lively Rondeau, accompanied by Jason's visual interpretation, reflecting the charm and sophistication of the composition.
The University of Texas San Antonio The College of Liberal and Fine Arts School of Music presents
Part VII: "Dynamic Energy"
• Performers: Dania Briceño (violin) & Gloria Rosado (visual artist)
• Piece: Sonata No. 1 Presto
• Description: Dania's violin dazzles with the virtuosic Presto, as Gloria's visual artistry captures the dynamic energy and intensity of Bach's composition, bringing the concert to a thrilling conclusion.
Part VIII: "Poignant Prelude"
• Performers: Josette Garcia (violin) & Braulio Gutierrez Gonzalez (visual artist)
• Piece: Partita No. 3 Preludio
• Description: Josette’s violin resonates with the poignant Preludio while Braulio's visual interpretation reflects the depth and emotion of Bach's composition, creating a powerful synergy of music and art.
Part IX: THE FINALE
Brandeburg Concerto No. 3
Violin and Art Studio Ensemble
Johann Sebastian Bach (1685-1750)
arr. Rufus Wainwright
*Please feel free to come on stage to look at the art during the Finale*
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