The Palenai Duo Honors Michel Szczesniak

A musical tribute celebrating the life and legacy of the revered pianist, composer, and DAN School faculty member, Michel Szczesniak. The talented Palenai Piano Duo, Joy Innis and Adrienne Shannon, collaborate with an exceptional ensemble featuring violinist Gisèle Dalbec-Szczesniak, violist Eileen Beaudette, and cellist Jill Vitols. The evening promises to be an intimate journey through Michel’s compositions, pieces he crafted with dear friends in mind. The resonance of Michel’s own piano recordings will accompany a multimedia retrospective, allowing attendees to immerse themselves in his artistry. The concert culminates with the mesmerizing Sonata for Two Pianos Op. 34b by Brahms. Let’s come together to honor the indelible mark Michel left on the world of music.