College of Musical Arts

1982–1983 Festival Series

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Atlanta Symphony Orchestra

October 22, 1982

Under the direction of Robert Shaw, the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra is the South’s major contribution to the world of music. This 91-member orchestra has been heralded wherever it has toured.

Sandra Warfield, mezzo-soprano
and James McCracken, tenor

November 19, 1982

This husband and wife duo has appeared in opera throughout the United States. In addition, they have appeared as soloists with numerous major orchestras.

Mark Peskanov, violin

December 9, 1982

Termed a “blazing performer” by the Cincinnati Post, this young violinist has performed with major orchestras across the United States, including the National Symphony, under the direction of Mstislav Rostropovich.

Ivan Moravec, piano

January 21, 1983

The great Czech pianist, Ivan Moravec, has come to be regarded as one of the outstanding musical artists in the world today. Moravec has performed concerts and recitals throughout Europe, the Soviet Union and the United States.

Janos Starker, cello

April 5, 1983

Janos Starker has appeared with virtually all of the world’s major orchestras and is perhaps the most recorded cellist in history.

Byron Janis, piano

April 26, 1983

The first American pianist to win the “Grand Prix du Disque,” Byron Janis has been acclaimed internationally as one of the world’s great pianists.

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