Join us on Monday, October 7th at the Civitella Castle for Paul Dresher & Brenda Gifford Presentations. We will welcome you with light refreshments at 6:00 PM.

Paul Dresher
Music, USA

Paul Dresher is known for his ability to integrate diverse musical influences into his own coherent and unique personal style. He pursues many forms of musical expression including experimental opera/music theater, chamber and orchestral composition, live electro-acoustic music, musical instrument invention, and scores for theater and dance. He has been commissioned by the Library of Congress, Spoleto Festival USA, Kronos Quartet, the San Francisco Symphony, San Francisco Ballet, and more.

Brenda Gifford
Music, Australia

Brenda Gifford is a First Nations, Yuin woman from the Wreck Bay area on the south coast of New South Wales, Australia. Her country, community, and culture are the basis of her arts practice. She is an outstanding contemporary classical composer and creates music for ensembles, orchestras, and concerts. Her music has been performed at venues such as the Sydney Opera House and internationally and is available through ABC Classical Music.

Monday, October 7th, 2024
6:00 PM Welcome cocktail
6:15 PM Presentations
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