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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Preserve the Legacy—Support the Raise the Curtain Fund
We warmly invite you to support our Annual Raise the Curtain Fund, a continuation of what many will remember as the Bowlus Operations Fund. This renamed initiative carries forward the tradition of sustaining our beloved center—ensuring that its doors remain open and its mission fulfilled. Contributions directly assist with essential day-to-day operations, including utilities, professional services, office materials, equipment upkeep, and building repairs.
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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.