Strings Of Memory Concert At Chemeketa Explores Music Across Cultures - 03/10/26

International program featuring viola and piano highlights Mexican and Arab musical traditions in a powerful evening of global classical music.

Salem, Ore., Month Day, Year — Chemeketa Community College will host Strings of Memory, an evening of international classical music featuring acclaimed performers Melissa Terrall (piano) and Christina Ebersohl-Van Scyoc (viola), on Wednesday, March 18 at 7:00 p.m. in the Chemeketa Auditorium (Building 6), 4000 Lancaster Dr. NE, Salem.

The program takes audiences on a musical journey across continents, cultures, and centuries. Strings of Memory explores how composers express national identity, tradition, and deep human emotion through classical music, weaving together the passionate musical voices of Mexico and the Arab world.

The concert features José Pablo Moncayo’s emotionally charged Viola Sonata and Dia Succari’s rhythmically vibrant 5 Syrian Dances, alongside two solo works—one rooted in Mexican musical tradition and another inspired by Arab heritage. Together, the program blends familiar classical elements with unexpected cultural influences, offering listeners a vibrant global perspective on the classical repertoire.

Melissa Terrall previously performed a classical Mexican piano concert at Chemeketa that drew special recognition and attendance from representatives of the Mexican Consulate, highlighting the college’s role in celebrating diverse musical traditions.

From fiery melodies to lyrical reflections, Strings of Memory invites audiences to experience the stories, rhythms, and emotions that connect cultures across borders.

Event Details:
What: Strings of Memory
When: March 18, 2026, at 7:00 p.m.
Where: Chemeketa Auditorium, Building 6, 4000 Lancaster Dr. NE, Salem, OR (Purple Parking Area)

Tickets and event information are available at:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1980397016788?aff=oddtdtcreator

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