Meet and greet Joan Tower, one of America’s most creative and vital composers, who celebrated her 80th birthday last year. She and Collage Music Director David Hoose will talk about her music, her creative process, her thoughts about contemporary music, her life as a composer, and many other topics. This is a conversation certain to entertain and stimulate. 

 The evening will be highlighted by Ms. Tower’s music, brilliant pieces performed by Collage’s Catherine French and Christopher Oldfather, as well as by a surprise guest performer. And all this will be followed by delectable sweets, cheeses, and fine wines.