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Sam Schollenberger's Freshman Recital

Sam Schollenberger's Freshman Recital

Sam gave his first Oberlin recital this week in Fairchild Chapel. The way he played bodes extremely well for his future endeavors here! He navigated a huge program with a professional’s poise and control. I knew what was coming and even I was impressed.

Sam Schollenberger in Fairchild Chapel

He started with an elegant and nuanced reading of the entire first Cello Suite of Bach, followed by a confident and stylistic presentation of the less-often played Variations Op. 128 of Giuliani. These landed without a hitch.

A rousing Hommage a Tarrega by Turina followed, and led into a presentation of Dyens beloved Saudade No 3, a work Schollenberger clearly enjoys playing.

Sam takes a bow

Sam finished up with Domeniconi’s Koyunbaba, a piece he landed with impressive confidence and clarity. Bravo, Sam, for an impressive program, beautifully played!

Sam with his parents

Sara Baunoch's Sophomore Ad-Hoc Recital

Sara Baunoch's Sophomore Ad-Hoc Recital

Guest Artist Alan Mearns Plays at Oberlin

Guest Artist Alan Mearns Plays at Oberlin

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