Faculty Artists Concert: in Memory of the 2011 Earthquake and Tsunami in Northern Japan

Posted by: School of Music

APU cello faculty Marek Szpakiewicz, who has been described by Yo-Yo Ma as an artist whose “energy, motivation, earnestness and generosity of spirit are evident through his work” performs with renowned guest pianist Jiayi Shi.

This recital is in memory of the 2011 earthquake and tsunami in Northern Japan, and is meant to help children in Fukushima, Japan.

A reception will follow the recital. Donations are greatly appreciated and will go towards the purchase of a 1/4-sized cello to be donated for the Soma Children's Orchestra in Fukushima. 

Program           

Bach: Adagio (from Toccata, Adagio and Fugue in C major, BWV564)

Schubert: Arpeggione Sonata

Bernstein: Clarinet Sonata (arranged by M. Szpakiewicz for cello and piano)

Franck: Cello Sonata in A major

Chopin: Ballade No.1 in G minor (arranged by M. Szpakiewicz for cello and piano)

Artists 

Marek Szpakiewicz, cello

Jiayi Shi, piano