Echoes Across Horizons: American Voices in Classical Piano
Clairemont, San Diego
Tue, March 10, at 7:00 PM,
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Capacity
- 7 of 10 spots still available
- Bring your own drinks
- Non-alcoholic drinks provided
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- Dogs live here
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Wheelchair access
- Not wheelchair accessible
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- Some stairs may be present in the space
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- Kid-friendly event
This is a groupmuse
A live concert in a living room, backyard, or another intimate space. They're casual and friendly, hosted by community members.
Host
We are delighted to welcome you to an intimate evening of music in our San Diego/Bay Park living room with pianist Dr. Junwen Liang, DMA—an internationally acclaimed artist whose performances have taken him across North America, Europe, and Asia. Originally from Nanning, China, Dr. Liang made his solo debut at thirteen and has since appeared as concerto soloist and recitalist in major series and festivals throughout the United States and abroad. A graduate of the Peabody Institute, where he studied with Richard Goode, he is now based in Philadelphia and serves on the faculty of the University of Pennsylvania. His artistry has been recognized with top international prizes and invitations to perform at distinguished venues including Carnegie Hall.
This evening’s program, Echoes Across Horizons: American Voices in Classical Piano, journeys through a rich landscape of sound—from the luminous romanticism of Amy Beach and Florence Price, to the soulful lyricism of William Grant Still, the hypnotic pulse of Philip Glass, and the theatrical brilliance of Tan Dun. The evening also features sparkling transcriptions of Rodgers & Hammerstein by pianist-composer Stephen Hough, blending Broadway charm with virtuosic flair. In the warmth of a home setting, every color and nuance of this vibrant program can be experienced up close—an unforgettable opportunity to hear world-class artistry just a few feet away.
Guests are welcome to bring snacks or beverages to share, though there is absolutely no obligation—your presence is more than enough.
What's the music?
Selections from Les Rêves de Colombine, Op. 65 Amy Beach
Valse Amoureuse
Sous les Étoiles
Danse d’Arlequin
Clouds Florence Price
Adoration
Étude (1932)
From Three Visions William Grant Still
Summerland
From Rodgers & Hammerstein Transcriptions Stephen Hough
The King and I: Hello, Young Lovers
The Sound of Music: My Favorite Things
Étude No. 6 Philip Glass
“The Banquet” Sonata for Piano Tan Dun
The Mask
After Tonight
Sword Dance
Only for Love
Where does this music come from?
This program celebrates the vast and multifaceted landscape of American classical music through a collection of voices that echo across time, genre, and culture. From the lyrical impressionism of Amy Beach and the spiritual depth of Florence Price, to the cross-cultural energy of Tan Dun and the theatrical elegance of Stephen Hough’s musical theatre transcriptions, these works embody a vibrant conversation between traditions both inherited and reimagined. At the heart of the program is a belief in the power of diversity—musical, cultural, and personal—to enrich the classical tradition. These pieces reflect stories often overlooked: voices of women, immigrants, and composers bridging worlds between concert halls and popular stages. Together, they invite listeners to reconsider what “American music” means, revealing a tapestry that is as rich and resonant as the country itself.
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