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Loyola Marymount University Hosts Ghanaian Pianist William Chapman Nyaho

Loyola Marymount University presents Ghanaian pianist William Chapman Nyaho in a solo piano recital of music by composers of African descent from South Africa, Nigeria, and Egypt as well as music by composers of the African diaspora from the Caribbean, England, and the United States.

Friday, February 29, 2008
8:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Marymount Institute
Suite 3002, University Hall
Loyola Marymount University
Los Angeles, CA 

 A reception will follow the concert.

Nyaho is internationally known for the range and artistry of his performances and is the editor of a recently published five-volume anthology of music for solo piano by composers from Africa and the African Diaspora.  He recently returned to the US from South Africa where he served as a judge in the final round of an international piano competition held in Pretoria.

About Black History Month:

Black History Month is a remembrance and commemoration of important leaders and events in African American history. Black History Month also aims to expose the dangers of racial prejudice and recognize the significant contributions that the African American community has had on American society.

Cost: Free and open to the public; parking is available on campus.

For more information please contact

Office of Black Student Services Tel: 310.338.5808 or 310.338.7432
obss@lmu.edu
www.lmu.edu/Page39036.aspx

Sponsor(s): Office of Black Student Services, Department of Music, Program for World Music, College of Communications and Fine Arts and Office of Intercultural Affairs. Information about non-ASC events is posted for informational purposes and does not necessarily reflect opinions of or endorsements by African Studies personnel.