February 11, 2005 Boise State's Classical Performances Series Welcomes Violinist Linda Wang

Boise State University presents a classical performance by celebrated violinist Linda Wang at 8 p.m. Saturday, March 5, in the Special Events Center. With years of musical experience, Wang has enchanted audiences in the U.S. and abroad with her solo and orchestra accompanied performances. Tickets are $10 general and $5 for students 17 and under, seniors and Boise State students, employees and alumni available through Select-a-Seat, by calling 426-1494 or visiting www.idahotickets.com.   Since her solo debut with the New York Philharmonic at the age of 9, Wang has been captivating audiences and critics throughout the world. Her performance has been described as “pure gold;” her technique, “masterful;” her bowing, “a technical marvel;” her fingering, “fluid and accurate.” She has performed in many prestigious concert venues, including Carnegie Hall and the Berlin Schauspeilhaus.   Student Union Classical Performances is a series that seeks to bring extraordinary traditional and contemporary musicians to campus each year. Wang is the final performer for the spring series. Presented by Boise State Student Activities. For more information, call 426-4636.   -30-   Contact: Rob Meyer, Student Union and Activities, (208) 426-1223, rmeyer@boisestate.edu..   Media Contact: Kathleen Craven, communications and marketing, (208) 426-3275. Rachel Bonilla, communications and marketing, (208) 426-3196