Get ready to rumble as world-renowned pianist Frederic Chiu brings an epic classical piano showdown of Prokofiev versus Debussy to Northern Kentucky University’s School of the Arts.
Get ready to rumble as world-renowned pianist Frederic Chiu brings an epic classical piano showdown of Prokofiev versus Debussy to Northern Kentucky University's School of the Arts. Inspired by reality talent shows like "American Idol," "Classical Smackdown" is a "tongue-in-cheek wrestling match" between contrasting composers with the audience voting for their favorite composer during the concert. The format is built so that any novice or professional can come and have an opinion. The program for Prokofiev-Debussy is arranged in four "rounds" of pieces specifically to provide an opportunity to compare and contrast.
Additionally, Frederic will present a session on "New Pedal Techniques" at 10:30 a.m. and facilitate a Masterclass at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 8, 2020 for students and teachers in Greaves Hall on the second day of the Conference.
All events are free and open to the public.
2020/02/07 - 2020/02/07
NKU Greaves Concert Hall
NKU Fine Arts Center, Newport, KY 41099
Free parking is available in lots D & I in front of campus.