Faculty Recital Series Celebrates Myths & Fairy Tales

Pianists Lori Cruciani and Namji Kim to perform duets of Debussy, Fauré, Ravel, and Rachmaninoff

Published on Feb. 5, 2026

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The University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire's Faculty Recital Series will feature pianists Lori Cruciani and Namji Kim performing an evening of piano duets inspired by myths and fairy tales, with compositions by Claude Debussy, Gabriel Fauré, Maurice Ravel, and Sergei Rachmaninoff.

Why it matters

The Faculty Recital Series is a long-standing tradition at the university, providing a platform for talented faculty musicians to showcase their artistry and share classical music with the local community. This particular program celebrates the enduring power of mythological and fantastical themes in classical composition.

The details

Cruciani and Kim will perform a program of four-hand and two-piano works that draw inspiration from folklore and imagination, including Debussy's "Petite Suite," Fauré's "Dolly Suite," Ravel's "Mother Goose Suite," and Rachmaninoff's "Suite No. 1 for Two Pianos."

  • The recital will take place on Friday, February 6, 2026 at 7:30pm.

The players

Lori Cruciani

A pianist and faculty member at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire.

Namji Kim

A pianist and faculty member at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire.

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What they’re saying

“We're excited to bring the magic of myths and fairy tales to life through the power of piano duets.”

— Lori Cruciani, Pianist (volumeone.org)

“The program showcases the rich, imaginative qualities of these classical composers and how they were inspired by timeless stories.”

— Namji Kim, Pianist (volumeone.org)

What’s next

Tickets for the Faculty Recital Series: Myths & Fairy Tales are on sale now through the Pablo Center at the Confluence box office.

The takeaway

This recital offers a unique opportunity for the Eau Claire community to experience the intersection of classical music and timeless storytelling, highlighting the university's commitment to the arts and cultural enrichment.