Pianist Stephen Beus’ imaginative take on Nocturnes and Nightmares set for Feb. 28 Bachauer concert

Pianist Stephen Beus’ imaginative take on Nocturnes and Nightmares set for Feb. 28 Bachauer concert

ByLes RokaFeb 24, 2025

As a theme for programming recitals, the subject of dreams will always be a winner for performers and audiences. The universe of available music for this theme is vast enough for an equally wide scope of permutations. For Nocturnes and Nightmares, the theme of his upcoming solo concert, pianist Stephen Beus has taken a unique, imaginative approach that includes two short works by contemporary composers, a relatively unknown piece by…

Salt Lake Acting Company world premiere of Kathleen Cahill’s The Robertassey propelled by quartet of solid actors

Salt Lake Acting Company world premiere of Kathleen Cahill’s The Robertassey propelled by quartet of solid actors

ByLes RokaFeb 21, 20254 min read

In The Will to Power, Friedrich Nietzsche wrote, “Perhaps I know best why man is the only animal…

LFO exhibition at Material Gallery is superb collaboration, with Andrew Rease Shaw’s music, Mary Toscano’s quilts

LFO exhibition at Material Gallery is superb collaboration, with Andrew Rease Shaw’s music, Mary Toscano’s quilts

ByLes RokaFeb 20, 20256 min read

The late composer Pauline Oliveros said deep listening was central in her creative process.  “As a musician, I…

Closing reception this weekend for four Utah Museum of Contemporary Art shows, including In Memory and Atis Rezistans

Closing reception this weekend for four Utah Museum of Contemporary Art shows, including In Memory and Atis Rezistans

ByLes RokaFeb 19, 202511 min read

Four exhibitions at the Utah Museum of Contemporary Art (UMOCA) are set to close this weekend (Feb. 22).…