Redmond Tech Orchestra: Rach-Fest
Free (RSVP available)
- Diana Gao, piano
- Jada Campbell, piano
Sergei Rachmaninoff — Symphonic Dances, Op. 45 ("I. Non allegro")
Sergei Rachmaninoff — Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43
Sergei Rachmaninoff — Piano Concerto No. 2 in C minor, Op. 18
Prepare to be captivated by the rich and emotive sounds of Rachmaninoff and Tchaikovsky. The evening will begin with Tchaikovsky's powerful and stirring Slavonic March, setting the tone for a night of musical brilliance. Following this, the orchestra will dive into the works of Sergei Rachmaninoff starting with the first movement of Symphonic Dances, a piece known for its rhythmic vitality and lush harmonies. The concert will also feature Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, showcasing the virtuosic talents of our guest pianist, Diana Gao. The evening will culminate with the deeply expressive and beloved Piano Concerto No. 2, another work by Rachmoninoff that has captivated audiences for generations, featuring our pianist Jada Campbell.
Whether you're a long-time classical music enthusiast or new to the genre, this concert will leave you inspired and uplifted.
Doors open at 6:30pm. Concert is free; parking onsite costs $14 for 4 hours.
About Diana Gao, piano
Diana Gao began studying piano at age 4. She moved to the U.S. from China in 2013 to pursue her MBA at the University of Washington (UW), and is currently a Senior Marketing Manager at Microsoft. Although she has pursued a career outside of music, the piano has remained a significant mainstay in her life. She has consistently cultivated her passion through regular lessons and performances. She’s been studying with Dr. Robin McCabe from UW and is a prizewinner in many competitions, including Gold Medalist of the Seattle International Competition and First Prize of the "Golden Classical Music Awards" International Competition. She also performed at the prestigious Piano Texas International Festival. Since 2020, she has presented annual fundraising recitals through the Microsoft Give campaign, raising thousands of dollars in support of local organizations. Those events reinforced her belief that music has the power to inspire change and make the world a better place.
https://pianotexas.tcu.edu/artists/profile/teachers_amateurs/diana-gao.php