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September 15, 2011

Legenday Pianist Byron Janis To Visit Music School

Byron JanisThe public is invited to join School of Music faculty and students for an inspiring visit by Byron Janis, one of the world’s most beloved and renowned concert pianists. Janis will share his life story and musical talent during three events scheduled for Sept. 22-23. All events are free and open to the public and will take place in Kresge Theatre, College of Fine Arts.

  • Janis will present at the School of Music Convocation at 1:30 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 22.
  • At 7 p.m., Sept. 22, a screening of the documentary “The Byron Janis Story” will be held followed by a reception with Janis, hosted by Dick and Ginny Simmons
  • At 3 p.m., Friday, Sept. 23, Janis will give a masterclass.

For more: http://www.cmu.edu/news/stories/archives/2011/september/sept12_byronjanis.html