When The Violin: A Solo Recital by Laurana Wheeler Roderer

Violinist Laurana Wheeler Roderer returns to the stage of the DEC on February 3rd to share with the Idaho Falls community a program of solo violin repertoire, featuring the virtuosity and charm of Eugène Ysaÿe’s Solo Sonata No. 4, and the depth and grandeur of J.S. Bach’s Partita No. 2 in D minor. In addition to these classics, Laurana will perform Reena Esmail’s “When the Violin,” a work from 2020 inspired by the words of a 14th-century Persian poet. Narrator Josh Wheeler joins Laurana on stage for Alan Ridout’s charming rendition of Munro Leaf’s beloved children’s story, Ferdinand the Bull. 

About: Laurana Wheeler Roderer is a violinist and librettist committed to artistry, engagement, and activism, and she is continually envisioning and executing projects which use music to communicate relevant social issues, particularly those of environmental justice. Laurana holds a Bachelor’s degree in violin performance from Utah State University, a Master’s degree from Arizona State University, and she is currently pursuing her Doctorate of Musical Arts (DMA) at ASU. 

$15 General admission

Free for students with valid ID