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Van Cliburn Finalist- Clayton Stephenson
Saturday, October, 18 2025
7:00 PM
2022 Van Cliburn finalist Clayton Stephenson will grace the CAC stage for an incredible piano recital. This concert is a collaborative event between the Temple Symphony Orchestra and the Central Texas Orchestral Society of the CAC.
On the Program:
Bach-Hess - Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring Schubert - Four Impromptus, D. 899, op. 90 Stravinsky - Trois mouvements de Petrouchka Albéniz - Iberia, Book I Gershwin - Rhapsody in Blue
About the Artist:
American pianist Clayton Stephenson’s love for music is immediately apparent in his joyous charisma onstage, expressive power, and natural ease at the instrument. Hailed for interpretations that are “fresh, incisive and characterfully alive” (Gramophone), he is committed to making an impact on the world through his music-making. Growing up in New York City, Clayton found musical inspiration in community programs. As he describes it, the “Third Street Music School jump-started my music education; the Young People’s Choir taught me phrasing and voicing; Juilliard’s Music Advancement Program introduced me to formal and rigorous piano training, which enabled me to get into Juilliard Pre-College; the Morning side Music Bridge validated my talent and elevated my self-confidence; and the Boy’s Club of New York exposed me to jazz.” He received an Avery Fisher Career Grant in 2024 and is a 2025 Sphinx Medal of Excellence honoree. Recent and upcoming highlights include the New York Philharmonic and Houston and Cincinnati Symphony Orchestras; and Grant Park, Washington Performing Arts at the KennedyCenter, Fondation Louis Vuitton, and 92NY.
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November 1
5PM -7 PM
CTOS PRESENTS an evening featuring a special musical performance by Central Texas native singer/songwriter Emma Vogelsinger Millard, celebrating the songs of Holly Dunn, Cindy Walker.
Presented in collaboration with the Opening Reception of Holly Dunn and Cindy Walker:
A Journey from Central Texas to Nashville.
Enjoy an evening of music, art, and fellowship, with light hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar provided.
Please join us in honoring the enduring artistry of three distinguished ladies from Central Texas and their influence on American music. | Buy Tickets |
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Saturday, November 22, 2025
7:00 PM
With five Grammy nominations to her name, Ruthie Foster stands as a testament to the power of authenticity and resilience in music. Her soulful melodies, heartfelt lyrics and an unwavering commit9ment to her art inspire audiences and fellow musicians alike as she continues to carve out a path that is uniquely her own.
For her Big Band show she is band backed by a guitarist, keyboardist, bassist, drummer, horn players, vocalists, and conductor, and still Foster is not to be outdone: her power is unmistakable throughout. Featuring several originals paired with timeless covers, the Ruthie Foster Big Band brings the house down. | Buy Tickets |