The BGSU New Music Ensemble will present a recital with guest composers Ken Ueno, Chihchun Chi-sun Lee, Neda Nadim, Jia Yi Lee, Sofia Ouyang, and Young Jun Lee . This event is free and open to the public.LIVESTREAM LINKPROGRAM LINKEthnic Vocality: Contemporary and Underrepresented Voices is a curated concert that showcases a diverse selection of contemporary music, emphasizing the fusion of ethnic elements with modern vocal expressions. This concert expands the artistic expressions of underrepresented communities, with a special focus on Asian cultural identities in contemporary music. The program is led by Rome Prize-winning composer Ken Ueno and award-winning composer Chihchun Chi-sun Lee, in collaboration with pianist Eunmi Ko. They are joined by a new generation of composers, featuring BGSU Alum and the Winner of BGSU Concerto Competition, Neda Nadim, together with international composers: Jia Yi Lee, Sofia Ouyang, and Young Jun Lee. This event promotes sound studies research and fosters an appreciation for non-Western musical traditions, illustrating their significance within the global contemporary music scene.Special thanks to all composers and external support by National Culture and Arts Foundation (NCAF) for composer, Chihchun Chi-sun Lee.Supported by the Ethnic Cultural Arts Program (ECAP) and the MidAmerican Center for Contemporary Music (MACCM), BGSU College of Musical Arts, this event is curated by Dr. Piyawat Louilarpprasert, Assistant Professor of Composition.

Brendan Ige and Jason Donnelly, tuba, will present a masterclass. This event is free and open to the public.

In the Round welcomes Native American Diva, Arigon Starr. An award-winning musician, artist, and writer, Starr’s writing and illustrations can be found in her original comic book series Super Indian, the graphic novel Tales of the Mighty Code Talkers, and the children’s book Contenders: Two Native Baseball Players, One World Series. During her talk, Starr will also perform some of her songs.This event is free and open to the public. Contact Heidi Nees (hlnees@bgsu.edu) or jenn stucker (jstuck@bgsu.edu) with questions.

The BGSU Opera Theatre and the Department of Theatre and Film will present Mozart's The Magic Flute. Tickets are $10 general admission and may be purchased here. Free admission for BGSU students with ID card at the door.

Zixi Fu, piano, will present a student recital. This event is free and open to the public.LIVESTREAM LINK: https://youtube.com/live/fDtvAOkWKgs?feature=share

Schedule of events:10:00 AM: Guest Artist - Daniel Doña, viola, Bryan Recital Hall11:00 AM: Masterclass - Daniel Doña, viola, Bryan Recital Hall1:45 PM: Faculty Masterclass - Hannah Levinson, Bryan Recital Hall2:45 PM: Workshop Sessions, Bryan Recital Hall and Choral Rehearsal Hall4:00 PM: Viola Ensemble Reading Session, Bryan Recital Hall