Sanford-Hill Piano Series
About the series
The Sanford-Hill Piano Series presents concerts and masterclasses by award-winning, world renowned pianists. The concerts and classes are open to the community. Ticket proceeds fund scholarships for Western's piano majors.
Sanford-Hill Piano Series Tickets
Tickets on sale beginning September 1st
- Section A: $51 single/$138 season
- Limited: order soon! Center of the front section with a view of the keyboard.
- Section B: $39 single/$105 season
- Left side of the front section with a the view of the keyboard or pianist.
- Section C: $31 single/$84 season
- Front and middle areas, with a good view of the pianist.
- Section D: $20 single/$54 season
- Rear and right-side seating. Some seats may have view of the pianist obscured by the piano.
Discounts
- All students (K-12 and college): $5 tickets for seats in Section D! Available at the box office in-person only with student ID.
- WWU Piano Students: Sit free in Section B! Available at the box office in-person only with student ID.
- Music Teachers (K-12 and Private): $10 tickets for seats in Section D! Available at the box office in-person, online, or by calling 360-650-6146.
Sanford-Hill Piano Series: Inna Faliks
Ukrainian-born pianist Inna Faliks has established herself as one of the most communicative, and poetic artists of her generation.
Sanford-Hill Piano Series: Simon Trpčeski
Simon Trpčeski has been praised not only for his powerful virtuosity and deeply expressive approach, but also for his charismatic stage presence.
Sanford-Hill Piano Series: Anna Geniushene (2022 Cliburn Silver Medalist)
Anna Geniushene’s fresh, layered, and powerful interpretations defined her participation at the 2022 Van Cliburn International Piano Competition—and won her the coveted silver medal and the adoration of fans around the globe.
WTA buses
Buses stop every 15 minutes on High Street, close to the Performing Arts Center. Check the route schedules for exact times. The following buses arrive on High Street close to Sanford-Hill concert times:
- 14 Fairhaven
- 190 Lincoln St
- 105 Fairhaven
Disability Accommodations
- Call the Box Office at (360) 650-6146 or email tickets@wwu.edu for disability accommodation
- Parking Services
- View accessibility features on the interactive Campus Map
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A word from the Artistic Director
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In July 2003 I approached Sibyl Sanford on bended knee at her home in Bellingham. I proposed that she sponsor a piano series at Western bearing her name. She readily accepted, and The Sanford Piano Series was launched. In 2011, Sibyl's lifelong friend and former piano teacher Ford Hill decided to match her commitment. Thus, it became the Sanford-Hill Piano Series. Their friendship dates back to 1977. Though I arrived at Western in 1992, I consider Sibyl and Ford to be my lifelong friends as well. Aside from their philanthropic vision for the series, Sibyl claims her affection for Ford and me is the basis for what makes the whole thing work.
- Jeffrey Gilliam