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Dear friends,
The entire world experienced a profound sense of hopelessness during the pandemic. The fact that you are reading this letter
means you are likely to agree with us on one thing: since its return, live music has clearly shown its healing power among all
peoples, now more than ever!
Welcome to the UD Master Players Concert Series’ 19th season, which we have named “New
Beginnings.”
“New Beginnings” is also the title of the original cover art created by our artist-in-residence David
Brinley, UD Professor of Art. This artwork reflects our love of music and invites you to re-engage with
normal life in a new chapter at Master Players.
Take advantage of our affordable world class concerts and educational offerings. We are honored to
present many leading artists and young virtuosos making their Delaware debuts this season. Please
book your tickets early, as these events will most likely sell out in the first few weeks of the fall. This
season, we are launching a new box office platform that will make purchasing a ticket faster and
easier for people of all ages. We are also proud to
offer a new livestream option that will allow those who live far away or with physical
limitations to experience the excitement of our live concerts at home.
Following our recent Broadway readings, the new UD-born musical Shanghai Sonatas has advanced
to its 5th edition. The concert version is being created for audiences worldwide. The world premiere of
the concert production will take place on March 16-18, 2023, at the world-famous Wallis Annenberg Center for Performing Arts in
Beverly Hills, CA. Before this production travels to the West Coast—representing Delaware and UD in the heart of Hollywood—we
invite you to enjoy the East Coast premiere of “Music and Songs of Shanghai Sonatas - A New Musical”, presented in Mitchell Hall in
November.
Among the many New Beginnings at Master Players, we are proud to announce that our beloved Little Masters Project will
make its full return this fall. This community-based educational program, which offers free instruments and music lessons to underprivileged kids, is an important one that is close to our hearts. This project is under the artistic
advisory of Associate Dean Suzanne Burton. The Little Masters Project would not have been
possible without the inspiring leadership of our council member, Randy Stone, who led an effective
fundraising campaign in spring of 2022 to bring this important project back to our community.
Fasten your seatbelt and join us for a scenic ride through our New Beginnings!
Yours in music,
Xiang Gao, Artistic Director
Michael Luck, Chair of the Advisory Council
