The Lost Child: A Theatrical Musical Suite with Narration
March 30 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Join us at the Rome Art and Community Center for “The Lost Child: A Theatrical Musical Suite with Narration” Monday, March 30th at 6:30 PM.
$5 donation at the door, drinks available for a donation.
“The Lost Child: A Theatric Musical Suite with Narration” is composed by Joseph Karwacki and will be performed by the ensemble Punctum Originem.
The ensemble Punctum Originem is made up of Joseph Karwacki, Double Bass/Composer, Juliane Price, Singer/Narrator, Elizabeth Evans, Flautist, Sar-Shalom Strong, Pianist, and Matthew Rockwell, Drummer.
The Lost Child is a 55-minute multi-movement suite that navigates the tension between human emotion and scientific inquiry, the profound juxtaposition of Time, Creation, Memory, and Science.
Featured Artist Bios
Joseph Karwacki (Double Bass/Composer): A graduate of the Ithaca College School of Music, Joseph has served as Principal Bassist for the Utica Symphony Orchestra for over 40 years. Throughout a prolific career, he has shared the stage with legends like Ella Fitzgerald, Tony Bennett, and Mstislav Rostropovich. As an educator and former president of Stage Music Piano Co., his compositions have been performed at national conventions and by members of the Syracuse Symphony.
Juliane Price (Singer/Narrator): A Folkwang University graduate with a Masters in Opera, Juliane has starred in world premieres and as a soloist with Symphoria and the Utica Symphony. A multi-award winner of the Lotte Lenya and German National Voice competitions, she has performed extensively across European theaters and major cruise lines. Now a CNY-based educator and NATS member, she maintains a diverse career in film, voice-over, and live performance with her ensemble, “Avec Sentiments.”
Elizabeth Evans (Flute): An accomplished soloist and chamber musician, Elizabeth is frequently featured in high-profile regional ensembles, including the Alliance Classical Players. Known for her versatility across genres, she has performed cornerstone works like Claude Bolling’s Suite for Flute and Jazz Piano. Her technical precision and expressive phrasing make her a vital voice in exploring the ethereal themes within The Lost Child.
Sar-Shalom Strong (Piano): A Lecturer in Piano at Hamilton College, Sar-Shalom is a highly sought-after collaborative artist who has performed with Symphoria . He is a core member of the Society for New Music and has recorded for the Innova and Naxos labels. A recipient of the Steinway Top Teacher Award, he brings unparalleled harmonic depth to this suite.
Matthew Rockwell (Drums): A Manhattan School of Music alumnus and owner of Anecdote Music Publications, Matthew has over 30 years of experience across jazz, rock, and avant-garde styles. He has performed at Carnegie Recital Hall and collaborated with artists such as Natalie Cole. As the leader of the Matthew Rockwell Group, he is a specialist in complex rhythmic training and contemporary percussion textures.
