A two-day symposium (Nov. 30-Dec. 1) celebrating the music and life of the legendary Ethiopian composer, pianist, and nun, Emahoy Tsege-Mariam Gebru. The events will include panel discussions about Emahoy’s life and archive, and presentations of Emahoy’s music (some never yet performed) in live concert performances, and from her upcoming record Souvenirs. All events will be free and open to the public, and hosted on Cornell’s campus.

Nov. 30: Emahoy’s organ works; a panel discussion about Emahoy’s archive; listening party for Souvenirs

Dec. 1: a panel discussion about Emahoy’s life and family; a piano recital featuring works by Emahoy and Chopin