Laura Falzon (Teachers College, Columbia University), flute
Max Lifchitz (The University at Albany, SUNY), piano
Georgia State University, Atlanta, Georgia
September 25, 2008
In this presentation flutist Laura Falzon collaborated with pianist Max Lifchitz in a performance of music by composers from Asia, Africa and Latin America for a university class.
The goal of this project was to introduce an audience to lesser known composers and musical styles not normally encountered in traditional recitals. The event followed the format of a lecture-recital. Ms. Falzon and Mr. Lifchitz introduced each piece prior to its performance. At the end of the program, the students asked questions and commented on relevant aspects of the performance. The lecture-recital gave the students the opportunity to listen to and discuss an otherwise obscure repertoire. Audience response was positive, and many expressed interest in learning more about the composers.
