When Sound Becomes Meaning: A weekend with Yehuda Hanani
MINOT, N.D. – Join the Minot State University Department of Fine and Performing Arts for an exciting weekend of music and thoughtful dialogue with eminent cellist, teacher, and speaker Yehuda Hanani, currently on faculty at The New School, Mannes in New York City.
Language has a profound influence on music, whether in song itself, as source material for instrumental writing, or as a model for an artist’s sense of melody and phrasing. For this weekend, consider instrumental music as a form of storytelling without words, a musical fabric that colors each syllable. Chorales, spirituals, songs, dances, and more will be explored over the weekend, brought to life by guest participants, MSU faculty and students, and Hanani.
“Yehuda is brilliant; a force of positivity and for seeking deeper understanding. I owe a great deal of who I am as a musician and teacher to the years spent with him and am so excited that he will be here to share his experiences and wisdom. Don’t miss this!” said Erik Anderson, Minot State professor of music.
Registration is open ONLINE and $25 covers all sessions, morning coffee and pastries, the evening receptions, and the two concerts. The weekend of events is free for MSU students, faculty, and staff. Only 70 seats are available for the Friday evening session and masterclasses. Registration guarantees a seat.
Schedule of events
Friday, Oct. 10
- Opening session, Hartnett Hall Recital and Lecture Hall, 7 p.m.: Discussion led by Hanani and Anderson with live musical examples provided by MSU students, faculty, and guests.
- Reception to follow
Saturday, Oct. 11
- Group reading session, Ann Nicole Nelson Hall, 9:30 a.m.: Instruments and voices welcome
- Solo masterclass, Hartnett Hall Recital and Lecture Hall, 10:40 a.m.-12:00 p.m.: Masterclass with Hanani (performers chosen by audition)
- Discussion, Hartnett Hall Recital and Lecture Hall, 2 p.m.: Led by Anderson with live musical examples
- Ensemble masterclass, Hartnett Hall Recital and Lecture Hall, 3 p.m.: Masterclass with Hanani (by audition)
- Final Concert, Hartnett Hall Recital and Lecture Hall, 6:30 p.m.: Featuring Hanani, MSU faculty, and workshop participants
- Reception to follow
Direct any questions about the weekend to Anderson by EMAIL.
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Published: 10/03/25
