At our biennial festival of world-class musicians performing a day of the timeless music of Austrian composer, Franz Schubert and others. We returned to Unity Temple, Oak Park, IL in 2023 for two concerts in one—a song recital and a piano recital.
4:30 PM Meigui Zhang Song Recital
7:30 PM Simone Dinnerstein Piano Recital
WFMT’s Henry Fogel Hosted Simone Dinnerstein at Music and Conversation
On September 27 at 8 PM Henry Fogel hosted distinctive American soloist, chamber musician, recording artist, and entrepreneur Simone Dinnerstein for Conversation and Music. Henry Fogel is dean and distinguished professor of the arts at Roosevelt University’s Chicago College of Performing Arts. Previously, he ran the League of American Orchestras. Between 1985 and 2003, he served as president and CEO of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra. Earlier in his career he ran the National Symphony in Washington, D.C. Radio has always been a passion for Henry Fogel; from 1963 to 1978 he was vice president and program director of radio station WONO in Syracuse, New York. In addition to running the CCPA at Roosevelt, Dean Fogel continues to consult with orchestra managers around the country.
Hear the recording here: https://www.wfmt.com/programs/wfmt-presents/ > Click on the Sept. 27 Recording.
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Unity Temple: Where Architecture and Acoustics Harmonize for an Unforgettable Concert Experience
Unity Temple’s acoustics are known for their clarity and balance. The low ceiling helps to enhance the overall quality of sound, allowing anyone to be clearly heard and understood throughout the space. The use of hard surfaces, such as concrete, stone, and wood also contribute to the warmth and richness of the sound.
The interplay between the building’s unique acoustics and its visual aesthetics creates a memorable sensory experience for visitors and enhances the overall atmosphere within the space.
To get a taste of the experience, with no seat more than 40 feet from the performer. Watch and listen to our Octet in F Major, D803 from Schubert Festival 2018 performed at Unity Temple.