125th Anniversary of the First Concert in Saskatoon, An Event of 1884

To commemorate the first concert in the Temperance Colony, award-winning violinist Preston Hawes gave a recital of Romantic music with well-known pianist Deborah Buck. Among principal works performed were compositions of the 1880s by Grieg and Dvorak, in keeping with the era of the Trounce Family in early  Saskatoon. A large and enthusiastic audience was delighted to hear Mr. Hawes once again, performing with the pianist with whom he has frequently appeared in Saskatoon. The recital, followed by a reception, took place at Grace-Westminster United Church on the evening of Friday, January 9, 2009.

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Violinist Preston Hawes and friends

 

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Youthful violinist Raymond Ko, with Robert Klose, distinguished violin teacher

   
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Recital guests speak with City Councillor Charlie Clark (right)

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Students of music are introduced to the artist

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Some of the out-of-town guests at the recital 

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Young audience members enjoying the reception

   
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The Moore-Wright family

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Preston Hawes and Deborah Buck