UWGB Piano Day
Come and play with us on March 29, 2025
Featuring Sharon J. Resch Institute of Music piano faculty and guest artist Geoffrey Duce.
Pianists, teachers and students of all levels and ages are welcome to participate in Piano Day at the Weidner. Come and perform on the nine-foot Steinway in beautiful Fort Howard Hall. Attend mini-recitals of jazz, classical and chamber music. Learn from our master teachers by playing for or observing a masterclass. Or participate in hands-on workshops to expand your piano knowledge!
Join Us to Play
Piano Day is the culmination of UWGB Piano Fest, featuring evening recitals by duo pianists Sylvia Hong and Michael Rector on Thursday, March 27th and a solo recital by Geoffrey Duce on Friday, March 28th. All participants will have the chance to play a piece of their choice on the concert grand Steinway piano in Fort Howard Hall. Masterclasses and workshops for beginning and advanced pianists will be held throughout the day. Registration is free and all are welcome.
- Priority registration deadline: March 1, 2025
- Late registration deadline: March 15, 2025
Guest Artists & Presenters
Meet the guest artists and presenters for this year's event.
Registration
Sign up to perform in Fort Howard Hall or be considered as a performer for a workshop or masterclass.
Guest Artists & Presenters
This year’s featured artist is Geoffrey Duce, Professor of Piano at Illinois State University. Workshops and masterclasses will also be led by Sharon J. Resch Insitute of Music faculty members:
- Sylvia Hong
- Chris Salerno
- Tricia Marton
- Michael Rector
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Participate
Students of all levels will have the chance to perform in beautiful Fort Howard Hall. For a chance to work with our faculty and guest artist in a masterclass or a workshop, please fill out the registration form; both teachers and students are welcome to participate. If you're looking for a less formal way to hone your piano skills, our "Ask a Pianist" booth will be staffed throughout the day. Please drop by with a question!
Special Guest: Geoffrey Duce
Geoffrey Duce is Professor of Piano at Illinois State University. His pianism was described by Fanfare as “revelatory and a joy to listen to,” possessing “ferocious intellect as well as technique.” He has performed in Carnegie Hall, the Berlin Philharmonie, the Wigmore Hall, Manchester’s Bridgewater Hall, Edinburgh’s Queens Hall, and many other venues across North America and Europe, as well as in Japan, Hong Kong, and Taiwan.
Schedule & Information
Fort Howard Hall Recitals
Performers should come to Fort Howard Hall 5 minutes before their recital start time. Please plan to stay for the entire recital. Video recordings of each recital will be available on this website after the conclusion of the festival.
Bite-Sized Recitals
Michael Rector and Sylvia Hong will perform works for two pianos. Chris Salerno will play jazz, and Geoffrey Duce will play solo.
Workshop: Hands on with a Harpsichord
A guided exploration of a favorite instrument of J. S. Bach and Handel.
Lecture-Recital: Beginning and Intermediate Pieces that Kids Love to Play!
Tricia Marton will play a few well-known favorites and a bunch of hidden gems.
Masterclasses
For beginning, intermediate and advanced students with festival faculty.
Registration
To schedule your performance in Fort Howard Hall or to be considered as a performer for a workshop or masterclass, please complete the online form by clicking on the picture below. Additional questions can be directed to Michael Rector contact email address: rectorm@uwgb.edu.