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Beijing Guitar Duo to perform at Weis Center

LEWISBURG – According to a press release, the Weis Center for the Performing Arts at Bucknell University will host guitarists Meng Su and Yameng Wang, who are Beijing Guitar Duo, at 2 p.m. on Feb. 8.

There will be a pre-performance talk from 1:15-1:45 p.m. in the Weis Center atrium.

Beijing Guitar Duo made its New York debut in Carnegie Hall in 2010, launching an international concert career. Su and Wang have performed around the world in halls such as Concertgebouw, Palau de Musica, Tchaikovsky Hall and National Theatre in Beijing.

The duo regularly collaborates with orchestras as well as in ensemble with flutist Marina Piccinini, guitarists the Grigoryan Brothers and legendary guitarist Manuel Barrueco, and have toured in Europe, Australia, Asia and the U.S.

When at the Weis Center, they will perform: Franck – Prelude, Fugue et Variation, Op.18; Debussy – Petite Suite; Gnattali – Suite Retratos; Tan Dun – From Eight Memories in Watercolor, Op. 1; Albeniz – Bajo la Palmera; and Piazzolla – Tango Suite.

Tickets can be reserved by calling 570-577-1000 or online at Bucknell.edu/BoxOffice. They are also available in person from several locations including the Weis Center lobby (weekdays 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.) and the CAP Center Box Office, located on the ground floor of the Elaine Langone Center (weekdays 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.).

Starting at $2.99/week.

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