The 2022-23
Distinguished Artists Concert and Lecture Series
Outstanding music literature performed at the highest level of artistry and expertise.
Program I
Goldstein Jiang Piano Duo
A Celebration of Brahms 125th Birthday
Saturday, October 15, 7:30 pm
Peace United Church of Christ
900 High St., Santa Cruz
Program II
Pianist Danny Driver
Faure, Franck, Ravel and Schumann
Sunday November 6, 4 pm
Peace United Church of Christ
Program III
Fortepianist Dr. Nicholas Mathew
A celebration of Beethoven’s 150th Birthday
Saturday, November 19, 7:30 pm
Messiah Lutheran Church
801 High St. Santa Cruz
Program IV
John Orlando and Friends
The Coming of Age of American Art Music
New England’s Classical Romanticists: The Boston Six
Piano and Organ solos, chamber music
Thursday, February 9, 7:30
Peace United Church of Christ
Program V
Pianist Gabrielle Baldocci
Beethoven’s 5th symphony arranged for solo piano
Sunday, March 12, 4 pm
Peace United Church of Christ
Program VI
Pianist Soheil Nasseri
Mozart, Beethoven, Schubert
Saturday, April 15, 7:30 pm
Peace United Church of Christ
Pre-concert interactive talks with artists on What to Listen for in Music one hour prior to some performances, and additional presentations by Dr. Orlando and other musicians and historians.
The Distinguished Artists Concert Foundation is a locally formed 501C organization whose main purpose is to enhance the quality of life for Santa Cruz County residents and visitors to our area. This includes support for individuals and organizations in local services and the arts. The DACF is a proud sponsor of The Distinguished Artists Concert & Lecture Series.
Peace United Church of Christ
Peace United Church of Christ, at 900 High Street in Santa Cruz, is a decidedly Christian community following in the generous and inclusive way of Jesus. It is especially known for its ministry through music and the arts, its advocacy for LGBTQ+ equality, and its collaboration with other justice-seeking organizations, religious and secular. The congregation carries the blessings and burdens of historic Christianity with a boldly progressive vision. Learn more online: www.PeaceUnited.org and Facebook.com and know that you are welcome for worship at 10:30 on Sunday mornings!
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Occasional pre-concert interactive talks with artists on What to Listen for in Music one hour prior to selected performances, and additional presentations by Dr. Orlando and other musicians and historians.
Programs subject to change
Thanks To
Our Generous Sponsors
- Danny Alvarez of David Lyng and Associates
- Ryan Buckholdt, loan advisor at Flagstar Bank
- Dr. Michael Tierra of Planet Herbs