Jeremy Denk Masterclass and Concert

On Saturday, October 24th from 5:00-7:00 p.m., pianist Jeremy Denk will be doing a masterclass with a few area students. It will take place at First Baptist Church at 7th and North Streets in Lafayette. (across from the Wells Center). There's plenty of parking in the lot at the back of the church, and the program is free and co-sponsored by TMTA and Purdue Convocations. You'll learn a lot, and get to see and hear this wonderful pianist and his thoughts on performing. An opportunity to attend something like this is pretty rare, so plan to come!

Wondering what a masterclass is? It's when a highly esteemed (in other words, an expert!!) pianist/teacher comes to listen to students perform some music. Then, in effect, he teaches a piano lesson in front of the audience. It is insightful not only to the student performing, but also to the audience as they can learn techniques for their own playing, as well as listen to music from the artist himself.

Then, on Sunday, October 25th, Jeremy Denk will be performing at 3:00 at the Loeb Playhouse at Purdue University. He will be performing pieces that celebrate the 200th birthday of Frederic Chopin. According to Purdue Convocations, “Denk’s program will examine some of Chopin’s most significant compositions as well as the extraordinary impact these works have had on the ensuing repertoire of the piano.” Click on Purdue Convocations for more information and ticket prices or call the Purdue Box Office for tickets (494-3933).

Students of any age and level will not want to miss either of these events!