Valerie Coleman is regarded by many as an iconic artist who continues to pave her own unique path as a composer, GRAMMY®-nominated flutist, and entrepreneur. Highlighted as one of the “Top 35 Women Composers” by The Washington Post, she was named Performance Today’s 2020 Classical Woman of the Year, an honor bestowed to an individual who has made a significant contribution to classical music as a performer, composer or educator.
This program, and these amazing musicians, celebrate the virtuosity and resilience of women through Valerie Coleman’s original works. From the vivid storytelling of Florence, Italy, and a champagne bottle fight in Langston Hughes’ Parisian cabaret, to the fierce energy of a tennis match in Opus Serena, this captivating program brings new music to life with accessibility and unforgettable artistry.
Valerie Coleman, flute; Mariam Adam, clarinet; Monica Ellis, bassoon; Tai Murray, violin; Titilayo Ayangade, cello; Artina McCain, piano
PROGRAM: “Phenomenal Women”
Florence Price: Fantasie
Valerie Coleman: Rubispheres
Jessie Montgomery: Duo
Valerie Coleman: Orishas
Tania León: Tumbao
Valerie Coleman: Opus Serena
Valerie Coleman: Umoja
Address:
Amherst College Concert Office
P. O. Box 5000
Amherst, MA 01002-5000
Box Office Telephone: 413.542.2195
Email: concerts (at) amherst (dot) edu
Single ticket prices:
General Public: $28
Senior Citizens (65+): $22
Students, with valid ID: $12
FREE, with valid Amherst College ID: to claim these, please make an account on this website, and then email concerts at amherst dot edu to let us know you'd like 1 or 2 tickets! Those tickets will be waiting for you at Will Call on the night of the concert outside Buckley.