Upcoming Events
We are thrilled to announce the next installment of PaoliFest Echoes: A Night in Argentina! Presented in partnership with Lotus Blossoms and Team Peace, this special evening includes a concert by Eleanor and Dario and Continuo, performing music ranging from original compositions to works by iconic Argentinian composers Ginastera and Piazzolla. The evening also features an Argentinian-inspired meal by Lost River Co-op & Cafe
Join us March 31 at beautiful Blueberry Hill
Kemal Gekic, piano
Anna Maria Mendieta, harp
Raffaele Ponti, conductor
The WKU String Academy is proud to partner with the Salvation Army Center of Hope for a meaningful evening of music and service. Academy students will share their talents in a special concert while also giving back by serving a meal to the Center’s guests. This event reflects our commitment to using music as a bridge to connect, uplift, and support our community.
Past Events
Ting-Ting Yang - piano
Ching-Yi Lin- violin
Andrew Braddock- viola
Doyeon Kim- cello
Performing works byHelen Grime, Betsy Jolas, Lena Auerbach, and Robert Schumann.
Performing works by Helen Grime, Betsy Jolas, Lera Auerbach, and Robert Schumann.
Ching-Yi Lin, violin
Emily Hanna Crane, violin
Meghan Berindean, cello
Raffaele Livio Ponti, conductor
Students of the WKU String Academy showcase their individual progress by performing solo pieces during their group class sessions. These informal recitals provide a supportive environment for young musicians to build confidence and share their hard work with peers and families.
Participants will perform a piece live, on stage with a friend or family member!
Potluck reception to follow
Roman Rabinovich, piano
Ayla Moreno, piano
Raffaele Livio Ponti, conductor
The Carson Center for the Performing Arts
The WKU Violin Fest is an exciting event that brings together violinists and teachers of all ages. The Violin Fest features an offering of masterclasses, group classes, and special topic lectures from world-renowned guests. All classes will be held on the campus of Western Kentucky University, in Bowling Green, Kentucky. The Artist-Faculty includes: Jamie Hofman (University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee), Dr. Rosanna Cauti (Southern Illinois University), Alessandra Volpi (Belmont University), and Ching-Yi Lin (Western Kentucky University).
