December 1: Concert
(No Masterclass)
Drake University’s Keys to Excellence Piano Series Welcomes Renowned Pianist Nicholas Roth December 1
Des moines, IA – Drake University’s acclaimed Keys to Excellence Piano Series continues it’s 2025-2026 season with a December 1 performance by Drake University faculty member and internationally recognized pianist Nicholas Roth. The concert, a memorial tribute to Sally B. Bartlett, will be held in Sheslow Auditorium at 7:30 p.m. and is free to the public.
Now in its 12th season, the Keys to Excellence Piano Series brings world-class pianists to Drake University, enriching the musical landscape of Des Moines and providing invaluable learning opportunities for students. Roth, a Yamaha Artist and Fellow of the American pianists Association, founded the series to showcase exceptional talent and foster a deeper recognition for piano performance. The series is supported by Drake University Jordan Concerts.
Roth’s program will feature Chopin’s Nocturnes Op. 27, No. 1 & Op. 37, No. 2; Beethoven’s Sonata No. 21, Op. 53 (“Waldstein”); Miaskovsky’s Song and Rhapsody,Op. 58 (1942); Scriabin’s Two Poèmes, Op. 32 & Fantasie, Op. 28; and Taneyev’s Prelude and Fugue in g-sharp minor, Op. 29. he holds the Doctor of Musical Arts degree from Michigan State university, and has recorded for Blue Griffin, Naxos, MSR Classics & Innova recording labels.
The Keys to Excellence season also includes performances by Spencer Myer (Indiana University) on October 26-27, Marta Aznavoorian and Janet Sung (DePaul University) on november 9-10, and Molly Roseman (University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point) on Febuary 15-16.All concerts will be held in Sheslow Auditorium at 7:30 p.m.,preceded by 4:00 p.m.masterclasses.
For more data, contact Nicholas Roth at 515-321-5947 or nicholas.roth@drake.edu.
MARTA AZNAVOORIAN & JANET SUNG (violin) – DePaul UniversityNovember 9: Masterclass
November 10: concert
Drake University’s Keys to Excellence Piano Series Welcomes Renowned Pianist Nicholas Roth December 1
Des Moines, IA – Drake University’s acclaimed Keys to Excellence Piano Series continues its 2025-2026 season with a December 1 performance by Drake University faculty member and internationally recognized pianist Nicholas Roth. The concert, a memorial to Sally B. Bartlett, will be held in Sheslow Auditorium and is free to the public.
The Keys to excellence Piano Series, now in its 12th season, brings world-class pianists to Drake university, enriching the musical landscape of Des Moines and providing invaluable learning opportunities for students. roth, a yamaha Artist and Fellow of the American Pianists Association, founded the series and continues to curate a lineup of distinguished performers. The series is supported by Drake University Jordan Concerts.
Roth’s program will feature Chopin’s Nocturnes Op. 27, No. 1 & Op. 37, No.2, Beethoven’s Sonata No. 21,Op. 53 (“Waldstein”), Miaskovsky’s Song and Rhapsody, Op. 58 (1942), Scriabin’s Two Poèmes, Op. 32 & Fantasie, Op. 28, and Taneyev’s Prelude and Fugue in g-sharp minor, Op. 29.
The 2025-2026 keys to Excellence season includes performances by Spencer Myer (Indiana University) on October 26 & 27, Marta Aznavoorian and Janet Sung (DePaul University) on November 9 & 10, and Molly Roseman (University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point) on February 15 & 16. Each visiting artist will conduct a 4:00 PM masterclass followed by a 7:30 PM concert.
Roth can be contacted at 515-321-5947 or nicholas.roth@drake.edu for more information. All events take place in Sheslow Auditorium. Admission is free.
SPENCER MYER – Indiana UniversityOctober 26: Masterclass
October 27: Concert
Drake University’s Keys to Excellence Piano Series Welcomes Renowned Pianist Nicholas Roth December 1
Des Moines, IA – Drake University’s acclaimed Keys to Excellence Piano Series continues its 2025-2026 season with a December 1 performance by Drake University faculty member and internationally recognized pianist Nicholas Roth. The concert, a memorial to Sally B. Bartlett, will be held in Sheslow Auditorium and is free to the public.
The Keys to Excellence Piano Series, now in its 12th season, brings world-class pianists to drake University, enriching the musical landscape of Des Moines and providing invaluable learning opportunities for students. Roth, a Yamaha Artist and Fellow of the American Pianists Association, founded the series and continues to curate a lineup of distinguished performers. The series is supported by Drake University Jordan Concerts.
Roth’s program will feature Chopin’s Nocturnes Op. 27, No. 1 & Op. 37, No. 2; Beethoven’s Sonata No. 21, Op. 53 (“Waldstein”); Miaskovsky’s Song and Rhapsody,Op. 58 (1942); Scriabin’s Two Poèmes, Op. 32 & Fantasie, Op. 28; and Taneyev’s Prelude and Fugue in g-sharp minor, op.29.
The 2025-2026 Keys to Excellence season includes performances by: Spencer Myer of Indiana University (October 26 Masterclass, October 27 Concert); Marta Aznavoorian and Janet sung (violin) of DePaul University (November 9 Masterclass, November 10 Concert); and Molly Roseman of the University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point (February 15 Masterclass, February 16 Concert).
All masterclasses begin at 4 p.m. and concerts at 7:30 p.m.in Sheslow Auditorium. For more information, contact Nicholas Roth at 515-321-5947 or nicholas.roth@drake.edu.
KEYS TO EXCELLENCE PIANO SERIES 2025-2026:Drake University’s Keys to Excellence Piano Series Welcomes Renowned Pianist Nicholas Roth December 1
Des Moines, IA – Drake University’s acclaimed Keys to Excellence Piano Series continues its 2025-2026 season with a December 1 performance by Drake University faculty member and internationally recognized pianist Nicholas Roth. The concert, a Sally B. Bartlett Memorial event, will be held in Sheslow Auditorium and is free to the public.
The Keys to Excellence Piano Series, now in its 12th season, brings world-class pianists to Drake University, enriching the musical landscape of des Moines and providing invaluable learning opportunities for students. Roth,a Yamaha Artist and Fellow of the American Pianists Association,founded the series to showcase exceptional talent and foster a deeper appreciation for piano performance. The series is supported by Drake University Jordan Concerts.
Roth’s program will feature Chopin’s Nocturnes Op. 27, No. 1 & Op. 37,No. 2, Beethoven’s Sonata No. 21, Op. 53 (“Waldstein”), Miaskovsky’s song and Rhapsody, Op. 58 (1942), Scriabin’s Two Poèmes, Op. 32 & Fantasie, op.28, and Taneyev’s Prelude and Fugue in g-sharp minor, Op. 29.
The 2025-2026 Keys to Excellence season includes performances by Spencer Myer (Indiana University) on October 26 & 27, Marta Aznavoorian and Janet Sung (DePaul University) on November 9 & 10, and Molly Roseman (University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point) on February 15 & 16. all concerts will be held at 7:30 p.m. in Sheslow Auditorium, preceded by 4:00 p.m.masterclasses.
For more information, contact Nicholas Roth at 515-321-5947 or nicholas.roth@drake.edu.
Roth will perform the following works:- Chopin: Nocturnes Op. 27, No. 1 & Op. 37, No. 2
- Beethoven: Sonata No. 21, Op. 53 (“Waldstein”)
- Miaskovsky: Song and rhapsody, Op. 58 (1942)
- Scriabin: Two Poèmes, Op. 32 & Fantasie,Op. 28
- Taneyev: Prelude and Fugue in g-sharp minor, Op. 29
Keys to Excellence Piano Series is supported by Drake University Jordan Concerts. For more information, contact Nicholas Roth at 515-321-5947 or nicholas.roth@drake.edu
Drake university’s Keys to Excellence Piano Series Welcomes renowned Pianist Nicholas Roth December 1
Des Moines, IA – Drake University’s acclaimed Keys to Excellence Piano Series continues its 2025-2026 season with a December 1 performance by Drake University faculty member and internationally recognized pianist Nicholas Roth. The concert, a memorial to Sally B. Bartlett, will be held in Sheslow Auditorium and is free to the public.
The keys to Excellence Piano Series,now in its 12th season,brings world-class pianists to Drake University,enriching the musical landscape of Des Moines and providing invaluable learning opportunities for students. Roth, a Yamaha Artist and Fellow of the American Pianists Association, founded the series to showcase exceptional talent and foster a deeper appreciation for piano performance. The series is supported by Drake University Jordan Concerts.
Roth’s program will feature Chopin’s Nocturnes Op. 27, No. 1 & Op. 37, No.2, Beethoven’s Sonata No. 21,Op. 53 (“Waldstein”), Miaskovsky’s Song and Rhapsody, Op. 58 (1942),Scriabin’s Two Poèmes,Op. 32 & Fantasie,Op. 28, and Taneyev’s Prelude and Fugue in g-sharp minor, Op. 29.
The 2025-2026 Keys to Excellence season also includes performances by Spencer Myer (Indiana University) on October 26 & 27, Marta Aznavoorian and Janet Sung (DePaul University) on November 9 & 10, and Molly Roseman (University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point) on February 15 & 16. All masterclasses begin at 4 p.m. and concerts at 7:30 p.m. in Sheslow Auditorium.
Sally B. Bartlett provided moral support to many Drake piano students over the years, and her support continues through the Sally B. bartlett Scholarship for Piano Study.
For more information, contact Nicholas Roth at 515-321-5947 or nicholas.roth@drake.edu.
Nicholas Roth is a featured performer and teacher throughout North and South America, Europe, and Asia. He is a Yamaha Artist, a Fellow of the American Pianists Association, earned prizes in chamber music competitions in Italy, and received a DAAD grant to further his studies in Germany. Roth holds the Doctor of Musical Arts degree from Michigan State University and additional performance degrees from the Hochschule für Musik in Munich (Germany) and Indiana University. He has recorded for the Blue Griffin, Naxos, MSR Classics & Innova recording labels. Roth is the founder of the Drake University Keys to Excellence Piano Series, now in its 12th season, featuring renowned artists from all over the world.Drake University’s Keys to Excellence Piano Series Welcomes Renowned Pianist Nicholas Roth december 1
Des Moines, IA – Drake University’s acclaimed Keys to Excellence Piano Series continues its 2025-2026 season with a December 1 performance by Drake University faculty member and internationally recognized pianist Nicholas Roth. The concert,a memorial to Sally B. Bartlett, will be held in Sheslow Auditorium and is free to the public.
The Keys to excellence Piano Series, now in its 12th season, brings world-class pianists to Drake University, enriching the musical landscape of Des Moines and providing invaluable learning opportunities for students. Roth, a Yamaha Artist and Fellow of the American pianists Association, founded the series and continues to curate a lineup of distinguished performers.the series is supported by Drake University Jordan Concerts.
Roth’s program will feature Chopin’s Nocturnes Op. 27,No. 1 & Op. 37, No.2; Beethoven’s Sonata No. 21, Op. 53 (“Waldstein”); Miaskovsky’s Song and Rhapsody, Op. 58 (1942); Scriabin’s Two Poèmes, Op.32 & Fantasie, Op. 28; and Taneyev’s Prelude and Fugue in g-sharp minor, Op. 29. He holds the Doctor of Musical arts degree from Michigan State University, and has recorded for Blue Griffin, naxos, MSR Classics & Innova recording labels.
the 2025-2026 Keys to Excellence season includes performances by Spencer Myer (Indiana University) on October 26 & 27, Marta Aznavoorian & Janet Sung (DePaul University) on November 9 & 10, and molly roseman (University of Wisconsin – stevens Point) on February 15 & 16. Masterclasses are held at 4:00 p.m. and concerts begin at 7:30 p.m.
For more information,contact Nicholas Roth at 515-321-5947 or nicholas.roth@drake.edu.
Nicholas Roth, Professor of piano at Drake University, will present the Sally B. Bartlett Memorial Concert as the next installment of the drake University Keys to Excellence Piano Series on Monday, Dec.1, at 7:30 p.m. in Sheslow Auditorium. No charge for admission.
Sally Bartlett was a long-time supporter of the Drake piano program. Her many notable contributions include gifting the grand Yamaha CFX concert grand piano in memory of her husband, William, and her father, Melvin. Mrs.Bartlett offered generous financial and moral support to many Drake piano students over the years, and her support continues through the Sally B. Bartlett Scholarship for Piano Study.
Drake University’s Keys to Excellence Piano Series Welcomes Renowned Pianist Nicholas Roth December 1
Des Moines,IA – Drake University’s acclaimed Keys to Excellence Piano Series continues its 2025-2026 season with a December 1 performance by Drake University faculty member and internationally recognized pianist Nicholas Roth.The concert, a memorial to Sally B.Bartlett,will be held in Sheslow Auditorium and is free to the public.
The Keys to Excellence Piano Series, now in its 12th season, brings world-class pianists to Drake University, enriching the musical landscape of Des Moines and providing invaluable learning opportunities for students. Roth, a Yamaha Artist and Fellow of the American Pianists Association, founded the series to showcase exceptional talent and foster a deeper appreciation for piano performance. The series is supported by Drake University Jordan concerts.
Roth’s program will feature Chopin’s Nocturnes Op. 27, No. 1 & Op.37, No. 2, Beethoven’s Sonata No. 21, Op. 53 (“Waldstein”), Miaskovsky’s Song and Rhapsody, Op. 58 (1942), Scriabin’s Two Poèmes, Op. 32 & Fantasie, Op. 28, and Taneyev’s prelude and Fugue in g-sharp minor, op. 29.
The 2025-2026 Keys to Excellence season includes performances by Spencer Myer (Indiana University) on October 26 & 27, Marta Aznavoorian and Janet Sung (DePaul University) on November 9 & 10, and Molly Roseman (University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point) on February 15 & 16. All masterclasses begin at 4 p.m. and concerts at 7:30 p.m. in Sheslow Auditorium.
Sally B. Bartlett provided moral support to many Drake piano students over the years, and her support continues through the Sally B. Bartlett Scholarship for Piano Study.
For more information,contact nicholas Roth at 515-321-5947 or nicholas.roth@drake.edu.
