Program

To Mothers

Chaconne in D minor BWV 1004

J.S. Bach (1685-1750)

Arr. Ferrucio Busoni (1866-1924)

To Lovers

7 Fantasien, Op. 116 

Johannes Brahms (1833-1897)

Capriccio in D minor

Intermezzo in A minor

Capriccio in G minor

Intermezzo in E major

Intermezzo in E minor

Intermezzo in E major

Capriccio in D minor

Intermission

To Teachers

Prelude in A flat major BWV 862

J.S. Bach

7 Etudes, Op. 25

Frederic Chopin (1810-1849)

Étude No. 1 Aeolian Harp

Étude No. 7 Cello

Étude No. 8 Sixths

Étude No. 9 Butterfly

Étude No. 10 Octaves

Étude No. 11 Winter Wind

Étude No. 12 Ocean

Prelude in C major BWV 846

J.S. Bach

Post Cards

Abeer Abaido

Abeer Abaido is a Palestinian-Jordanian fine artist with a background in art and psychology from the New College of Florida. Her work spans jewelry appraisal, historical archiving, and textiles, reflecting her passion for cultural preservation. She has held roles such as Art Director and Archival Consultant, contributing to museums and art institutions in Jordan. Currently, Abeer focuses on creating relatable digital art experiences while consulting for various art projects.

Ghadeer Abaido

Palestinian-Jordanian pianist Ghadeer Abaido has extensive experience in the music world. From performing classical music as a soloist, collaborating with chamber music groups and orchestras in the Middle East, Europe and the United States, to accompanying vocalists and instrumentalists. She currently serves as faculty at the University of South Florida, and at the Tampa Bay Music Academy.

ghadeernaser@usf.edu