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Imogen Cooper
03.30.25 | Armstrong Concert Hall
World of the Piano
Imogen Cooper

Sunday, March 30, 2025 at 2:30 p.m.
Armstrong Concert Hall
Shenandoah Conservatory

Program
Sonata No. 30 in E Major, op. 109

I. Vivace ma non troppo, sempre legato - Adagio espressivo
II. Prestissimo
III. Gesangvoll, mit innigster Empfindung. Andante molto cantabile ed espressivo

Ludwig van Beethoven (1770–1827)


Sonata No. 31 in A-flat Major, op. 110

I. Moderato cantabile molto espressivo
II. Allegro molto 
III. Adagio ma non troppo

Ludwig van Beethoven (1770–1827)


Sonata No. 32 in C Minor, op. 111

I. Maestoso - Allegro con brio ed appassionato
II. Arietta. Adagio molto semplice cantabile

Ludwig van Beethoven (1770–1827)

Meet the Artist
Illia Ovcharenko
Piano
artsengage!
Pre-concert Talk
Sunday, March 30 at 1:30PM
Armstrong Concert Hall

Join us on the Sunday of each World of the Piano performance at 1:30PM in Armstrong Concert Hall for a Pre-concert Talk! Learn about Imogen Cooper's program from Shenandoah Conservatory faculty and special guests.


Piano Masterclass
Monday, March 31 at 10AM
Armstrong Concert Hall

Observe Imogen Cooper as she works with Shenandoah Conservatory piano students. Masterclasses are typically held on the Monday following each World of the Piano performance from 10AM to noon. Limited seating is open to the public for quiet observation. Please arrive by 9:45AM.

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Kristol Bond
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kristol.bond@su.edu | (540) 545-7252

Shenandoah University is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. All gifts are tax-deductible to the full extent of the law.

Concert Sponsors
Laura N. Dabinett & Russell B. McKelway

Endowed Performance Sponsor, World of the Piano Fund

Alexander Bernstein & Marika Bournaki

Marjorie & John Lewis

Concert Sponsor, World of the Piano

Imogen Cooper
Friends of the Conservatory

As a Friend of the Conservatory, you designate your support for a specific academic department, student ensemble, high profile guest artist or special initiative. Your gift demonstrates your appreciation for the important role the arts play in our lives and our community.

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Shenandoah Conservatory is grateful to the Friends of the Conservatory for supporting our creative community of artists, scholars and educators.

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2024/25 Piano Society
Champion | $1,000+

Mr. & Mrs. Andrew U. Ferrari
Mrs. James C. Laidlaw
Marjorie & John Lewis

Advocate | $500 – $999

Miss Stuart T. Greene
Ms. Alice Irvan & Dr. Bruce Shull
Robert & Ann Lesman
Michael Rutkaus
Dane Toler & Lee Ruddle

Ally | $250 – $499

Drs. Laura Dabinett & Russell McKelway
Dr. & Mrs. William Ellis
Warren & Mary Hofstra
Candy & Howard Means
Ms. Mary Ann Milosavich
Courtney Reilly & Joseph Hammett
Dr. & Mrs. Oljan Repic
Robert C. Snyder, M.D.
Karen Walker & Robert Larson

Shenandoah Conservatory is grateful to the members of the Piano Society and Friends of the Conservatory for supporting our creative community of artists, scholars and educators.

Meet the Friends of the Conservatory >

Contact Director of Individual Giving Kristol Bond at (540) 545-7252 or kristol.bond@su.edu for more information or other ways to give.

Shenandoah University is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. All gifts are tax deductible to the full extent of the law.

Accessibility & Reminders

Wheelchair accessible restrooms are available across the courtyard in Gregory Hall (approximately 100 feet from the Armstrong Concert Hall lobby). Please notify house management for assistance.

Patrons are requested to silence cell phones and other electronic devices during performances. The taking of photographs and the use of recording equipment are not permitted during performances.