Admission is free.
Bari, a gifted pianist, violinist and guitarist as well as composer, currently lives in Cuernavaca, Mexico, where he composes music for documentaries, educational programs, and Mexican television networks. In addition to Augustana, Bari studied composition in Paris and jazz in New York City. The latest concert in the twenty year history of the 20th Century Music Series at Augustana will also include two works by American composer Elliott Carter, Birthday Flourish and Piano Sonata, the latter performed by Dr. Mary Neil, associate professor of music. Folk Songs, a work by Italian composer Luciano Berio which includes elements of folks songs from around the world, will feature mezzo-soprano Laurine St. Pierre, adjunct instructor of music.