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This special concert features the talents of renowned cellist Anita Graef and acclaimed pianist Miki Swanda. American cellist Anita Graef is a captivating performer who has graced stages across the nation and internationally. Her repertoire encompasses both traditional and contemporary works, a testament to her artistic versatility. Graef's career boasts prestigious appearances at Carnegie Hall's Weill Recital Hall, the Dame Myra Hess Memorial Concert series, and 'Concerts from the Library of Congress,' further solidifying her reputation as a cellist of exceptional talent. Pianist Miki Swanda received her formal training in solo piano performance through her studies at Yale School of Music (Artist Diploma) with Wei-Yi Yang, Eastman School of Music (Master of Music) with Natalya Antonova, and Northwestern University (Bachelor of Music) with James Giles. She recently made her solo debut with the North Mississippi Symphony Orchestra and Portland Columbia Symphony (Oregon). This collaboration brings together two masterful performers in this 'not to be missed' live concert. Join us!