Thomas Piercy and the New York Women Composers concert
Thomas Piercy, clarinet
Daniel Hass, cello
Tengku Irfan, piano
Trios for clarinet, cello, and piano
Beth Anderson “Trio: Dream in ‘d'” (Clarinet version World Premiere)
Chen Yi “Night Thoughts” (US Premiere)
Jane Leslie “Romance”
Alla Pavlova “The Broadway Song” and “The Ferry to My Dream”
Joelle Wallach “After Alcyon’s Dream”
Rain Worthington “Just Beyond Reach” (World Premiere)
Duos for clarinet and piano
JinHee Han “90 Away”
Stefania de Kenessey “Microvids” (selections)
Faye-Ellen Silverman “Tides” (selections)
Judith Lang Zaimont “Reflective Rag”
Thomas Piercy and the New York Women Composers 2023
Tuesday, June 27, 2023 at 7pm
Scorca Hall at National Opera Center
330 7th Ave 7th Floor, New York, NY 10001
Tickets: $25 (Students/Seniors $15)
Payment by cash or credit at the ticket desk. Doors open at 6:30pm.
Information/Reservations: [email protected]
This concert is made possible in part through funding from the New York Women Composers organization.
We’d like to thank The Puffin Foundation for their support of this project.
The mission of the New York Women Composers, Inc. is to support the creation, promotion and performance of music by women.
Renowned clarinetist Thomas Piercy will be showcasing the remarkable compositions of women artists in a special program of music by members of the New York Women Composers (NYWC) organization. The highly anticipated event will take place on June 27 at the National Opera Center’s Scorca Hall. Piercy will be joined on stage by his exceptional colleagues cellist Daniel Hass and pianist Tengku Irfan, promising an evening of musical excellence and diversity.
In this performance, Piercy, a celebrated musician and advocate for contemporary music, will bring to life the works of ten distinguished women composers, each with a distinctive voice and remarkable contribution to the world of contemporary classical music. Audiences can expect a captivating program featuring compositions by Beth Anderson, Chen Yi, Jane Leslie, Alla Pavlova, Joelle Wallach, Rain Worthington, JinHee Han, Stefania De Kenessey, Faye-Ellen Silverman, and Judith Lang Zaimont.
Thomas Piercy, known for his virtuosity and versatility, is dedicated to promoting underrepresented voices in the classical music industry. With his deep appreciation for diverse musical styles, Piercy is committed to breaking barriers and challenging conventional norms. Through this concert, he aims to shed light on the immense talent and creativity of women composers, providing them with a platform to be heard and celebrated.
Joining Piercy on stage will be pianist Tengku Irfan and cellist Daniel Hass. Together, these three accomplished musicians will create an unforgettable musical experience that transcends boundaries and showcases the brilliance of women composers.
The collaboration of Thomas Piercy with composer members of the New York Women Composers organization reflects a shared commitment to diversity, equality, and the recognition of exceptional artistic talent.
Don’t miss this opportunity to experience the mesmerizing music of talented women composers, brought to life by the extraordinary ensemble of Thomas Piercy, Tengku Irfan, and Daniel Hass.

