Date: Saturday, February 28, 2026
Time: 12:00–4:00 PM
Location: Florence Harkness Memorial Chapel
Format: In-Person + Virtual
Admission: Free | Open to the Public
Watch: Livestream in Harkness Chapel
Program
Join us for an afternoon of exceptional artistry featuring a masterclass and performance led by Greg Banaszak, Joint Music Program saxophone faculty, with CWRU saxophone students and guest artist Steve Kortyia, multi-instrumentalist, composer, educator, and full-time performer.
Guests are welcome to stay following the performance to meet with participating vendors.
About The Artist
Based out of Cleveland, Ohio is an accomplished mulit-instrumentalist, composer, educator and full time performer. He is a main member of the , one of NYC's modern working bands and has toured the world working with this group and its dynamic members. Since graduating from the Cincinnati Conservatory of Music in 2004, he has been a full time performer and musical director in a wide variety of different settings including small group, big band and show band acts. [...]
Endorsements
CWRU Music 2025–26 Concert Season
The ÃÛÌÒAPP Department of Music presents a wide range of concerts, recitals, and special events that showcase the talents of students, faculty, and guest artists. From classical masterworks to contemporary compositions, these performances highlight the creativity and excellence within CWRU’s vibrant music community. Open to the public, the series offers opportunities for audiences of all ages to experience inspiring live music and support the next generation of musicians and scholars.
Venue Information
Florence Harkness Memorial Chapel (est. 1902) is known for its Tiffany stained-glass windows, soaring arches, and exquisite woodwork. The neo-Gothic structure, located on Mather Quad at ÃÛÌÒAPP (Cleveland, OH), commemorates the brief life of Florence Harkness Severance. The chapel offers a warm, intimate, and acoustically resonant space for performances and special events.
Health + Safety
The health and well-being of our community is important to us as we gather for campus events. University Health and Counseling Services provides up-to-date guidance and resources to help support a safe campus experience. For life-threatening emergencies, please call CWRU Public Safety immediately at 216.368.3333.