The ultimate goal of a recital is to tell a story through music that is powerful, memorable, and unrepeatable.

As the director of the Knoxville Symphony Orchestra's Concertmaster Recital Series at the Knoxville Museum of Art, William Shaub has developed thematic programming that spans every period of music. His vision for recitals is focused on exploring the history of music and deeply examining the work of great composers through speaking from the stage, exciting community collaborations, and connecting musical language with the experiences of everyday life that we all share. Held at the Knoxville Museum of Art’s Grand Hall, performances at the Concertmaster Series are nearly sold out throughout the season.

Highlights of William’s recitals include a world premier of a commission by composer Alexandra T. Bryant (“Petrichor”), the world premier of Paul Frucht’s “What a Time” for violin and piano, and a spotlight on great living composers, including Carlos Simon, Mason Bates, and Kendall Briggs.

“I’ve come to view him as one of the most brilliant recital programmers around. It’s always a well-balanced combination that leaves me looking forward to the next one.” - Q&A from Programming for the 21st Century by Diana Skinner