Mercedes Smith

Mercedes Smith, the Utah Symphony’s principal flute, will play a benefit recital this week for local flutist Carson Tueller who recently suffered a spinal cord injury. The recital is sponsored by the Utah Flute Association.

The program includes works by C.P.E. Bach, Hindemith, Arthur Foote and Prokofiev. Tueller will join Smith for the Flower Duet from Delibes’ opera Lakmé.

Accompanying will be pianist Karlyn Bond.

The recital takes place Oct. 10 at 7:30 p.m. in Dumke Recital Hall in David Gardner Hall. Tickets can be purchased at the door and are $5 for UFA members, $10 for non UFA members and $7 for seniors and students.

Carson Tueller

Donations will also be accepted at the recital to help send Tueller to the Paralympics. Along with being an accomplished flutist, he is also a competitive swimmer. More information on the young musician/athlete can be found at Carson Tueller Recovery Updates.

The following day, Smith will hold a free master class at 9:30 a.m. in Dumke Recital Hall in David Gardner Hall.