Sewanee student William Stokes, C’16, will present a lecture-recital on the organ music of Johannes Brahms at 7 p.m., Monday, Nov. 23, in All Saints’ Chapel. Stokes, a music and history double major from Orange Park, Fla., is well-known in Sewanee for his organ playing, having performed in recitals and contributed preludes and postludes to All Saints’ services. He studies with University organist and choirmaster Robbe Delcamp.
Regarding the music that he will perform and discuss, Stokes observed that Brahms was simultaneously an innovative and traditional composer. He looked to the past for inspiration for the future. Bach was one of Brahms’ influences. Stokes will showcase the “Prelude and Fugue in A Minor” in two versions, one written by Bach, the other by Brahms. The program also features the chorale preludes of Brahms; these works demonstrate the tender sensitivity and beauty of the composer at the end of his career.
Beyond his organ contributions, Stokes has been active in Sewanee’s musical life through his four-year commitment to the University Choir, of which he currently serves as president. Among other honors, he was elected as a junior to Phi Beta Kappa. Following graduation, he contemplates entering seminary.
The lecture-recital, sponsored by the department of music, is free and open to the public. For more information, email Stokes at <stokewa0@sewanee.edu>.
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