Live music in St. Louis County, MO

Many teachers view Liszt as the domain of virtuosos, yet his catalog includes a wealth of pieces that suit intermediate students and even promising beginners. This session dispels that notion and makes the case for bringing Liszt into everyday instruction, showing how his intimate understanding of the piano can build technique, refine tonal color, and strengthen expressive playing. It also opens the door to the imaginative worlds that inspired him, from poetry and literature to visual art, landscapes, and sacred themes, offering concrete ways to teach character, atmosphere, and musical storytelling. Through a tour of repertoire at varied levels, attendees will leave with practical strategies for incorporating Liszt and guiding students to grow both artistically and technically, with music that is approachable and engaging for a range of abilities. The presentation is led by Dr. Jorge Modolell, a pianist and musicologist focused on nineteenth-century music and the life and works of Franz Liszt. He holds bachelor’s and master’s degrees from the University of Miami’s Frost School of Music and a Ph.D. from Washington University in St. Louis. His recent research centers on Liszt’s connection to St. Francis of Assisi and the composer’s Franciscan-inspired works. His scholarship has appeared in the Journal of the American Liszt Society, and he has presented at regional and national gatherings, including meetings of the American Musicological Society, the University of Miami Graduate Musicology Forum, and the Brandeis University Musicology Conference. In 2024 he was invited to lecture at the University of Georgia for the American Liszt Society’s 60th anniversary, and he is slated to lecture again for the Society at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln this year. He serves on the piano faculty of Webster University’s Community Music School, teaches music history as an adjunct at Washington University in St. Louis, and is Vice President of Membership for the Saint Louis Area Music Teachers Association. As a performer, he has appeared as a soloist with the New World School of the Arts Symphony Orchestra in Miami and performs regularly with local groups including the Rubinstein Club, the Chaminade Music Club, and the Piano Society of St. Louis.

MoJones Duo delivers a live acoustic performance featuring a diverse selection of songs at Good News Brewing Company - Wildwood.

An Oktoberfest at Sacred Heart offers food, music, and activities throughout the day. A featured act takes the main music stage during the festivities.

The lineup includes support from DIIV.

Celebrate the fall season at Norman Myers Park with the final Concert in the Park of the year, featuring live music by the Twist of Fate Band. This family friendly gathering offers free admission for everyone. Attendees may bring lawn chairs, cozy blankets, and their own snacks and beverages. For safety, glass containers are not allowed. If rain is expected, check the organizers’ website or social media for updates. For questions or additional details, reach out to the event organizers.

Enjoy the final Concert in the Park at Norman Myers Park with free, family-friendly entertainment and live music from Twist of Fate Band. Expect a lively atmosphere suited for dancing and singing along as the season is celebrated with upbeat tunes and a welcoming community vibe.