Pianists needed for Oakton's Six Piano Ensemble
Be part of a unique musical experience as a member of the Oakton Six Piano Ensemble.
Auditions for this internationally acclaimed group will be held from 7-9 p.m. Monday, Sept. 15, and Wednesday, Sept. 17. The ensemble performs classical, ragtime, jazz, and contemporary music arranged for six pianos. Interested pianists may play a prepared piece, but music will be provided.
Founded by Glenna Sprague, professor and coordinator of music at Oakton, the ensemble has appeared at prestigious venues across the world, from Hawaii to Austria. Locally, the group has played at the Chicago Civic Opera House, The Harold Washington Library Series, The Steinway Piano Community Concert Series, and Navy Pier. Critics hail the sound of these musicians as "extraordinary" and "unique."
Auditions are scheduled at the college's Des Plaines campus, 1600 E. Golf Road (Room 1360).
For information, contact Glenna Sprague at gsprague@oakton.edu or (847) 635-1905.