Rick Trietley, President | Viterbo University
Rick Trietley, President | Viterbo University
New York City-based pianist and La Crosse native Dave Marck will return to his hometown for a free concert titled "Always: A Celebration of Irving Berlin." The performance is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 10, at the Viterbo University Fine Arts Center Main Theatre.
Marck will be joined by saxophonist Greg Balfany, bassist Karyn Quinn, and drummer Rich MacDonald—musicians he describes as longtime friends and colleagues. This marks Marck’s eleventh free concert at Viterbo University.
“Musicians love to play, and music can be a great vehicle through which to make connections with people,” Marck said of his annual concert at Viterbo. “It’s a lot of fun to come back to my hometown every year and do that.”
The event will feature well-known Irving Berlin songs such as "Cheek to Cheek," "What’ll I Do," "Remember," and "How Deep is the Ocean." Berlin immigrated from Russia as a child and later became an influential figure in American music.
“He had a way of tapping into the American vernacular that transcended social and economic boundaries and made his music accessible to everyone,” Marck said about Berlin. “Of course, they are simply great tunes, with good melodies and interesting harmonies that allow for improvisations that jazz musicians embrace.”
The concert is sponsored by the Bob and Jean Marck Family Gift of Music along with support from the La Crosse Community Foundation Ambrosius Fund. The Marck Family Gift of Music was established in memory of Bob and Jean Marck to encourage free live music events locally.
Doors open at 7 p.m., with seating available on a first-come, first-served basis. No tickets are required for entry. For further information, attendees can contact the Viterbo Box Office at 608-796-3100.
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