Published: March 28, 2016 • By Jessie Bauters

CU Presents has announced its 2016-17 season lineup, and it's headlined by some of the most renowned classical musicians of our time.

As part of the 80th season of the Artist Series, flutist James Galway, pianist Richard Goode, soprano Deborah Voigt and the sensational cellist Yo-Yo Ma will each take the stage at Macky Auditorium.

richard goodeRichard Goode
Bach & Chopin
Friday, Oct. 28, 2016, 7:30 p.m.

Place two legendary keyboard composers in the hands of one of the world’s leading pianists and magic is bound to happen. Richard Goode brings tremendous emotional power, depth and expressiveness to the music of Johann Sebastian Bach and FrĂ©dĂ©ric Chopin.

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deborah voigtDeborah Voigt
Voigt Lessons
Saturday, Feb. 18, 2017, 7:30 p.m.

Experience the moving story of a world-renowned soprano’s successes and struggles in a performance that’s part recital and part one-woman show. “The only diva who might carry on Beverly Sills’ role as ‘opera cheerleader’ in America.”–The New York Times

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yo-yo maYo-Yo Ma
Special Event
Wednesday, Feb. 22, 2017, 7:30 p.m.

The world’s greatest living cellist gives a once-in-a-lifetime solo recital on the Artist Series. From his partnership with the Silk Road Ensemble to his cross-disciplinary collaborations, Yo-Yo Ma is the only musician who can travel seamlessly between genres and cultures. Available now only to season ticket holders as an add-on. Tickets go on sale to the general public Aug. 15.

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james galwayJames Galway
Wednesday, March 22, 2017, 7:30 p.m.

“The Man with the Golden Flute,” pays a visit to Boulder for a mesmerizing, genre-defying performance. Between his classical credits, his star-studded collaborations and his iconic recordings for “The Lord of the Rings” films, Sir James Galway is the premier flutist of our time.

This season also features five concert pairs by the Takács Quartet and a special performance by the young, up-and-coming Calidore String Quartet. The Eklund Opera program kicks off with an October performance of “Die Fledermaus,” a worldwide audience favorite. Plus, the College of Music's beloved Holiday Festival offers four fantastic performances this December.

Season ticket are now on sale, and single tickets are available beginning Monday, Aug. 15. Tickets are available at or over the phone at 303-492-8008.

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