The Summit closes with a performance by world-class pianist Dr. Melvin Chen, Deputy Dean at Yale School of Music and Director of Norfolk Chamber Music Festival, in the stunning, 19th-century Great Hall at Mechanics Hall. The piece was chosen because it is a beautiful work, full of passion, pathos, and joy.  Moreover, Dvorak was very instrumental in the development of music in the United States and encouraged Americans to try and find their “national” music.

Panel Participants

Melvin Chen, Piano
Deputy Dean, Director | Yale School of Music, Norfolk Chamber Music Festival
Evan Johanson, Violin
Cheng “Allen” Liang, Cello