ICM 2024-2025 Season of Concerts
Park University’s International Center for Music is proud to bring a wide array of world-class musical performances to the Kansas City metro area. We hope you enjoy these performance recordings (where available) and program notes prepared by Paul Horsley.
Program Notes Written by Paul Horsley
Paul Horsley studied piano and musicology at WSU and Cornell University. He also earned a degree in journalism, because writing about the arts in order to inspire others to partake in them was always his first love. After earning a PhD from Cornell, he became Program Annotator for the Philadelphia Orchestra, where he learned firsthand the challenges that non profits face. He moved to KC to join the then-thriving Arts Desk at The Kansas City Star, but in 2008 he happily accepted a post at The Independent. Paul contributes to national publications, including Dance Magazine, Symphony, Musical America, and The New York Times, and has conducted scholarly research in Germany, Austria and the Czech Republic (the latter on a Fulbright Fellowship). He also taught musicology at Cornell, LSU and Park University.
Park ICM Presents Alumni Behzod Abduraimov and Shah Sadikov
Performed: September 20, 2024, 7:30 p.m.
The season kicks off with a notable collaboration between Park ICM and NAVO Arts, featuring our Artist-in-Residence, Behzod Abduraimov, and conductor and ICM alumnus, Shah Sadikov. This unique partnership brings together the ICM Orchestra and NAVO Arts musicians, creating a rich tapestry of talent. Behzod, internationally celebrated for his performances with major orchestras such as the Chicago Symphony, the London Symphony Orchestra, and at prestigious venues like Carnegie Hall, New York, and Concertgebouw, Amsterdam will be featured as a soloist. Program Information Here
Stanislav Ioudenitch Piano Studio in Recital
Performed on: October 24, 2024, 7:30 p.m.
Experience an unforgettable evening with the Stanislav Ioudenitch Piano Studio Concert. Revel in performances by award-winning pianists from Park ICM, as they deliver mesmerizing renditions of both classic and contemporary piano masterpieces. Program Information Here
Park ICM Orchestra Fall Concert
Performed: Friday, November 1, 2024, 7:30 p.m.
The Orchestra of the International Center for Music at Park University will be under the direction of guest conductor Laura Jackson, Music Director and Conductor of the Reno Philharmonic Association, who is returning for her third engagement with the ICM Orchestra. Maestra Jackson has selected a program of works for string orchestra, with music by Benjamin Britten, Johann Sebastian Bach, and Antonin Dvorak being featured.
Park ICM Presents the String Studios in Recital
Performed: Thursday, November 14, 2024, 7:30 p.m.
Join us for the ICM String Studios Concert. Our talented string students will take the stage to present a diverse and rich program, showcasing the broad spectrum and emotional depth of compositions written for string instruments. Program Information Here
Park ICM Orchestra Holiday Concert
Performed: Saturday, December 7, 2024, 7:30 p.m.
Offered at the charming Graham Tyler Memorial Chapel at Park University, this delightful concert enhances what has already become one of the best holiday events in the Greater Kansas City area, Christmas on the River. Park ICM’s Orchestra will create a special evening of music full of holiday sounds and spirit. Program Information Here
Park ICM Presents Park Trio in Recital
Performed: Friday, January 24, 2025, 7:30 p.m.
Experience The Park Trio in Concert as our esteemed resident ensemble, featuring ICM faculty members Ben Sayevich, Violin; Daniel Veis, Cello; and Lolita Sayevich, Piano. Don’t miss this opportunity to witness their exceptional artistry. Program Information Here
Park ICM Orchestra Valentine’s Concert
Performed: Friday, February 7, 2025, 7:30 p.m.
The ICM Orchestra of Park University will present a program of music with a Valentine’s Day theme in the quaint Graham Tyler Memorial Chapel at Park University. Program Information Here
Park University Presents Stanislav & Friends 2025
Performed: Saturday, March 1, 2025, 7:00 p.m.
Join us at our highly anticipated annual gala, “Stanislav & Friends: Echoes of Spain.” Immerse yourself in an evening of passion and talent as we showcase the rich tapestry of Spanish melodies and rhythms. I look forward to sharing the stage with a stellar lineup of musicians at this all-star gala event, where there might just be a very special surprise in store for our guests.
Park ICM Presents David Radzynski and Lolita Lisovskaya-Sayevich
Performed: March 14, 2025, 7:30 p.m.
Experience the exceptional musicality of violinist David Radzynski, concertmaster of The Cleveland Orchestra, and ICM director of collaboration pianist-virtuoso Lolita Sayevich. David’s illustrious journey from ICM to leading roles with the Israel Philharmonic and now in Cleveland with Lolita Sayevich – ICM director of collaboration for a recital that showcases the height of instrumental mastery. Program Information Here
Park ICM Orchestra Season Finale
Performed: Friday, April 25, 2025, 7:30 p.m.
The Orchestra of the International Center for Music at Park University will present its final concert of the season at the charming Chapel on campus in Parkville, Missouri. The program will be under the direction of guest conductor Barbara Yahr, now in her twentieth year as music director of the Greenwich Village Orchestra of New York, and who is making a repeat appearance with the ICM Orchestra.
The evening will also feature Diyorbek Nortojiev, a dedicated cellist who is currently pursuing a Graduate Certificate in Cello Performance under the guidance of professor Daniel Veis. Diyor will be performing the Cello Concerto in C Major by Haydn.
Park ICM in Partnership with NAVO Presents Stanislav Ioudenitch and Maria Ioudenitch
Performed: Wednesday, May 7, 7:30 p.m
Our season finale will feature the father-daughter duo, Stanislav Ioudenitch, piano, and Maria Ioudenitch on violin. Witness their exceptional musical chemistry as they present an all-French program. Maria has earned top honors at the Ysaÿe, Tibor Varga, and Joseph Joachim International Competitions, along with receiving special recognitions like the Joachim’s Chamber Music Award and a prestigious recording deal with Warner Classics. Experience this unique family affair in concert! Program Information Here
