Linda Laurent Memorial Concert 10-23-25

Описание: Memorial Concert to honor Linda Laurent (January 15, 1945 - April 2, 2025)

Thursday, October 23, 2025, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Founders Hall, Davidson Hall, Central Connecticut State University

This video is a re-upload of the live stream with improved audio.

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The program features works performed by close friends and students.

Cello Suite No. 4 in E-flat major, BWV 1010 - Johann Sebastian Bach
IV. Sarabande
Julie Ribchinsky, cello

Arabesque No. 1 - Claude Debussy
Jason Castonguay ‘03, piano

Méditation from Thaïs - Jules Massenet
Corey Massaro, violin
Matt Massaro ‘09, piano

Piano Trio No. 1 in D minor, Op. 49 - Felix Mendelssohn
II. Andante con moto tranquillo
Corey Massaro, violin
Julie Ribchinsky, cello
Matt Massaro ‘09, piano

Prelude in A minor, M. 65 - Maurice Ravel
Pièce pour le tombeau de Paul Dukas - Olivier Messiaen
L’Automne, Op. 115 - Darius Milhaud
III. Adieu
Ethan Sadoian ‘15, piano

Three pieces for cello and piano - Nadia Boulanger
I. Modéré
II. Sans Vitesse et à l’aise
III. Adieu
Julie Ribchinsky, cello
Susan Cheng, piano

Sonata No. 3 in F minor, Op. 5 - Johannes Brahms
II. Andante espressivo
Susan Cheng, piano

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"An extraordinary musician and scholar, Linda Laurent performed in countless venues as a soloist and chamber musician, most notably with the Connecticut Trio and Rosa-Laurent Duo. She published works that illuminated the performance of Debussy’s music through the singer Jane Bathori, spending time in her beloved Paris to complete her research.

Perhaps most importantly, many of you gathered here tonight would probably say that Linda had a profound influence on your life through her inspired music-making and dedicated teaching. Or perhaps it was her collegiate example of excellence in all aspects of academic life. It is fitting that we celebrate Linda with the music, students, and friends that she cherished throughout her time with us, sharing stories, music and laughter that connects us to the memories of our cherished colleague, teacher, musician, and friend."