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pianist. writer. Americanist
Elizabeth Newkirk is an American classical pianist, writer, and curator. She specializes in music of the early 20th century, and her scholarship explores the foundations of culture, convention, and archetypes. As a passionate humanist, her curations and performances seek to put the humanities into practice.
the Archetype of Modern Man
Curated by pianist and writer Elizabeth Newkirk, The Archetype of Modern Man dwells in the space between light and shadow, knowledge and superstition, where music, philosophy, and art entwine. Across four performances, it unveils universal archetypes and the unseen tensions that shape our modern existence—inviting you into the unknown depths of the human experience.
the Americanist
A comprehensive project, the Americanist features an album of interwar orchestral works by Maurice Ravel, George Gershwin, and William Grant Still for solo piano and is accompanied by an essay that explores ideas and narratives that have shaped American culture. the Americanist is a historical trip to the 1920s, highlighting the origins of some of the most iconic American cultural contributions.
