Donald Alfano will present a solo piano recital with a commentary for further appreciation and understanding of the selections. The recital will consist of music from the Baroque through the 20th century and will include such diverse works by Domenico Scarlatti, Franz Jos. Haydn, Frederic Chopin, a short selection of music by Spanish composers such as Granados and Falla and works by Claude Debussy.
Presented by the Musical Art Society of Branford
About Donald Alfano
Donald Alfano is a pianist, educator, and author who has performed, taught and lectured in a variety of venues. He is currently an adjunct professor of Music at Housatonic Community College in Bridgeport, Connecticut, where he teaches Music History and Appreciation, Latin and Caribbean Music, and Jazz History. Alfano also maintains a private piano studio in the New Haven area where he teaches students of all ages and levels. In addition, he serves as organist at St. Paul VI Parish in Hamden, CT . He received his Doctorate from Case Western Reserve University and The Cleveland Institute of Music. He has published articles in a variety of music journals, lectured on a variety of musical topics, and has appeared on National Public Radio in the capacity of performer and commentator.
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