Brian Woods

Bowlus Recital Series
Join award-winning concert pianist Brian Woods for Wanderings, a thrilling journey through the music of composers in search of meaning, connection, and a place to call home. From the Romanticism of Schumann and Chopin to the stark depiction of post-World War II America in Samuel Barber's Sonata, each piece has a powerful story to tell. Don't miss your opportunity to hear this exciting young pianist perform some of the most challenging and dramatic works in the piano repertoire!
A native of St. Louis, Woods has enjoyed success in many distinguished competitions, including the Verona International Piano Competition, The American Prize, and the Artist Presentation Society Auditions. Following his debut concerto performance at age eighteen, he maintains an extensive concerto repertoire, from Liszt and Tchaikovsky's First Concerti to Beethoven's Fifth, Brahms' Second, and Rachmaninoff's Third. Woods has performed with such ensembles as the Masterworks Festival Orchestra, the University City Symphony Orchestra, and the Vanderbilt Oratorio Orchestra.
Our Mission Statement:
The Bowlus Fine Arts Center enhances the life of the regional community by nurturing a love of the arts; generating cultural and economic vitality; and providing spaces to experience and create educational, entertaining, and innovative live performances.
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Please consider making a donation to our Annual “Raise the Curtain Fund”. Financial contributions are vital to the success of the Bowlus Fine Arts Center. Earned revenues cover less than 20% of the costs of the facility. Your contribution goes a long way to continually “Raise the Curtain” for any event taking place within our doors.
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Bianca
I thoroughly enjoyed my time here, such a nice theatre, its clean, spacious, and the staff and crew were amazing!
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Johnny Blaze
An example of Americana and American values. The Bowlus Center is the testament to one man's vision that art and culture are meant for everyone and everyone is deserving of cultural experiences. Phenomenal staff.
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Sheila Lampe
The Bowlus Fine Arts Center provides a range of performances from local, national, and international talent at an affordable rate. It's a must stop when visiting Iola.