Tom Cimarusti
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Ludwig (...and Billy?) at the Keyboard
The Piano Sonatas of Beethoven
Wednesday, November 18, 2026, 10am
John and Jeanne Rowe Performance and Learning Center
Tom Cimarusti, Ph.D., Program Coordinator and Professor of Music History, Florida Gulf Coast University
Explore the brilliance of Beethoven’s piano sonatas — masterpieces that revolutionized music and continue to inspire audiences around the world 200 years after his death. In this presentation, discover the innovations behind these works as well as the artistic evolution of the composer.
Bell'Italia!
Mendelssohn's Symphony No. 4 "Italian"
Wednesday, January 6, 2027, 10am
John and Jeanne Rowe Performance and Learning Center
Tom Cimarusti, Ph.D., Program Coordinator and Professor of Music History, Florida Gulf Coast University
Explore the inspiration behind the sun-drenched melodies, lively rhythms and cultural influences that shaped Mendelssohn’s vibrant and brilliant Fourth Symphony, commonly known as the Italian — one of the most beloved works of the Romantic era.
The Cosmos in Sound
Gustav Holst and The Planets
Wednesday, March 10, 2027, 10am
John and Jeanne Rowe Performance and Learning Center
Tom Cimarusti, Ph.D., Program Coordinator and Professor of Music History, Florida Gulf Coast University
Sonically explore the solar system in this engaging lecture about The Planets, Gustav Holst’s iconic orchestral suite. Through insightful analysis, musical excerpts and historical context, this lecture will deepen your appreciation of this work as you discover how each movement captures the character of a corresponding planet.