The Wagner & Kong Cello and Piano Duo has been acclaimed for their sensitive and passionate artistry. Cellist Christoph Wagner hails from Germany, is the winner of numerous international awards, and has performed in prestigious venues around the world. Joanne Kong, pianist and faculty member at the University of Richmond, was awarded a fellowship from the American Academy of the Arts in Europe, and was Grand Prize Winner in the 1985 International Piano Recording Competition. One concertgoer wrote, “Christoph and Joanne come together with exquisite beauty. That unique ability - the gift of sharing - from the composer, to and through Christoph and Joanne, and into the body and soul of the listener speaks to the depth of their connection to the music and each other. Their playing is exquisite and is a gift to all who have the opportunity of experiencing them.”
The duo will perform the Cello and Piano Sonatas of Frédéric Chopin, and Dmitri Shostakovich in recognition of the 50th anniversary of the composer’s death.
This concert is offered as part of the Department of Music Free Concert Series 2025-26 Season. The Department of Music produces over 25 concerts annually featuring a broad range of styles and genres. Enjoy student recitals, faculty ensemble performances, and concerts created in collaboration with visiting artists. All concerts are FREE and seating is general admission. Registration is encouraged, and all will be welcomed as space allows.
