Camerata to perform May 23

Piedmont University’s artists-in-residence chamber ensemble, Piedmont Camerata, will present a free concert 4 p.m., May 23 in the Chapel on the Demorest campus.

Due to COVID-19 restrictions, attendance will be limited and registration is required.  Please visit our Fine Arts Event Guidelines webpage to learn more.

The ensemble includes Heather Baird-Strachan, violin; Rachael Fischer, violin; Scott Garrett, viola; Ismail Akbar, cello; and Jeri-Mae G. Astolfi, piano. The performance will also include Bob Glass as commentator and host.

The concert will include Elfrida Andrée’s spirited Piano Quintet, Louise Héritte-Viardot’s flavorful “Spanish” Piano Quartet, and Max Bruch’s powerful Piano Quintet.

The Chapel, adjacent to the Conservatory of Music, is located at 922 Central Avenue in Demorest.

More than 200 students – about 15 percent of the university’s undergraduate population – participate in music academic programs, ensembles, and performances. The Conservatory of Music is an All-Steinway School.