An accomplished pianist and winner of the first Helen Davidson Music Award, Meagan Milatz, will return home to Weyburn to perform for a special Mother’s Day concert. The Weyburn Concert Series has invited Milatz to perform at a special Volunteer Appreciation Concert to be held at the Cugnet Centre on May 10 at 1:00 p.m.
Milatz, a former resident of Weyburn, began her piano studies right here in Weyburn at the tender age of five. Meagan trained under the instruction of local teacher, Cherith Alexander. Her talent was apparent even at a young age and she progressed rather quickly through her studies, completing her Performer's ARCT diploma at the age of 12.
Milatz has continued to develop her talent over the years by continuing with performances and pursuing her education. Meagan has performed in several competitions including the Grand Awards Competition, the National Music Festival, the OSM competition and the Canadian Music Competition. Most recently, Milatz has received first ranking in the CFMTA National Piano Competition (2011), the Shean Piano Competition (2014), and the Classical Concerto Competition (2014).
The Classical Concerto Competition, in particular, is held at McGill University where Milatz recently received her Bachelor of Music in piano performance. Milatz studied under the direction of Dr. Llya Poletaev to earn this degree as well as earning a minor in Early Music Performance, having studied with Tom Beghin.
Meagan has gained a lot of experience as both a piano soloist and collaborator. This experience and talent is what makes the Mother's Day Concert all the more spectacular. Never before has the City of Weyburn been host to a pianist of this calibre. The Weyburn Concert Series is pleased to have Meagan perform on the magnificent piano which the Butters family donated to the Cugnet Centre.
Admission is free for those who have purchased their 2015-2016 Weyburn Concert Series subscriptions. Non-members may purchase a $15 ticket at the door or in advance at Superior Office Products. The afternoon will include a recognition of volunteers and a meet and greet during the intermission.
