Join us for a special afternoon celebrating the artistry of Edward C. González. Following a distinguished career in education and administration, González has continued his creative work as an author and composer. The afternoon will feature a program of his original piano works, followed by a presentation and signing of his illustrated book, "M.T. Cabeza and the Hidden Treasures of Waldopry."
Saturday, October 10th • 4:00 P.M.
Steinway Piano Gallery of Fresno Concert Hall
Free Admission • Donations Welcome
The artistry of edward gonzÁlez
Dr. Edward C. González began his educational career as a teacher in Madera Unified in 1982 and spent 15 years in the classroom before entering administration. As a teacher, choir director, and athletic coach, he was the recipient of numerous professional accolades, including two MUSD Teacher of the Year nominations and five nominations from his former students for the Who's Who Among America's Teachers awards.
Dr. González served in school administration for 20 years, including eight years as a superintendent in two districts—American Union and Madera Unified. In his retirement, he has been published in an academic research book about charter schools, authored two books, and composed music in several genres, including classical piano, choral, jazz, Latin, traditional pop standards, music for strings, religious, and New Age.
Dr. González enjoys spending time with his wife and family and remains active in the community on behalf of several music and enviornmental organizations. He recently attended a performace of the elite Crystal Children's Choir at UC Santa Cruz singing one of his choral songs, "I Don't Want to Have To Go to the Zoo," an anthem for the preservation of endangered species. Dr, González lives in Fresno with his wife and muse, Barbara.
PROGRAM
4:00-4:50 pm → original piano works
Three Preludes
E Major • Eb • minor • F Major
Night Waves
Long Ago and Far Away
Holding Miranda
Touch the Sky
Four Waltzes
F# minor • Eb minor • D Major • C# minor
Song of the East
Cenote
I'd Be Happy
BOOK TALK
"M.T. Cabeza and the Hidden Treasures of Waldopry"
Written by Edward C. Gonzalez
Illustrated by Shelby Veloz
ABOUT THE BOOK
"M.T. Cabeza and the Hidden Treasures Waldopry" is a collection of six fantastical stories filled with clever wordplay, hidden meanings, humorous twists, and imaginative puns. Woven thoughout are historical and pop-culture references, playful grammar, and details that reveal something new with each reading.
Written by Edward C. Gonzalez and illustrated by Shelby Veloz, Waldopry invites readers to look a little closer—because there's always more to discover.
A GLIMPSE INSIDE WALDOPRY
Explore a preview of the six imaginative stories brought to life through Shelby Veloz's illustrations.
4:50-5:00 PM → "Waldopry" Slide Presentation
5:00-5:45 PM → Book Purchase and Signing with the Author and Illustrator
FREE ADMISSION • LIMITED SEATING
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