Jeffrey Wahl: Exclusive Solo Recital
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The Instrument You Thought You Knew: International Virtuoso Jeffrey Wahl Redefines the Recorder at the Phelps Mansion
From London’s West End to the Southern Tier — An Intimate Gilded Age Salon Not to Be Missed
BINGHAMTON, NY — He has led the United States Navy Choir in ceremony, headlined the Actor’s Church in London’s West End, and performed solo at the Washington National Cathedral. On Sunday, September 13, 2026, at 3:00 PM, world-renowned recorder virtuoso Jeffrey R. Wahl brings his international artistry home to the historic ballroom of the Phelps Mansion Museum.
Accompanied by celebrated Binghamton pianist John Isenberg, Wahl will guide the audience through four centuries of music. The program is designed to shatter the modern "classroom" perception of the recorder, moving from haunting 17th-century variations by Jacob van Eyck to the high-energy, jazz-infused crossover sounds of Claude Bolling.
“The recorder is an instrument of astonishing range, yet it is often misunderstood,” says Wahl. “This program takes the listener on a journey from the 1600s to the present day. Performing in a setting as historically rich as the Phelps Mansion allows this music to resonate in its intended atmosphere.”
The afternoon’s highlights include Richard Harvey’s formidable Concerto Incantato, showcasing multiple members of the recorder family from the piercing Sopranino to the haunting Tenor, alongside Peter Hope’s Sonata. The program concludes with high-energy jazz selections that bring an unexpected electricity to the historic venue—a nod to Wahl's work as the founder of The Claude Bolling Jazz Experience in Concert.
Event Details:
Date/Time: Sunday, September 13, 2026, at 3:00 PM
Location: Phelps Mansion Museum, 191 Court St, Binghamton, NY
Admission: $35 in advance / $40 at the door.
Seating: limited due to the intimate nature of the ballroom.
Tickets: Available at www.phelpsmansion.org or by calling the box office at (607) 722-4873.
About Jeffrey R. Wahl
Jeffrey R. Wahl is a professional musician, conductor, and theatrical director whose career spans the international stage, the orchestra pit, and the film industry. As Founder and Artistic Director of the Binghamton Baroque Orchestra, he has established an international reputation for both pedagogy and virtuosity. A retired U.S. Navy Chief Petty Officer and former "Mr. Dance of the USA," Wahl’s diverse background informs a dynamic "crossover" performance style that bridges classical tradition and contemporary jazz.
About John Isenberg
An Endicott native, pianist John Isenberg has been a cornerstone of the Binghamton University Music Department since 2011, serving as a vocal coach, accompanist, and opera collaborator. His extensive career includes over a decade as Staff Pianist and Chorus Master for Tri-Cities Opera, as well as annual performances at the Songe d’été en musique festival in Québec. Isenberg is a frequent collaborator of Jeffrey Wahl, having previously been featured as a harpsichord soloist with the Binghamton Baroque Orchestra.
About the Phelps Mansion Museum
The Phelps Mansion Museum is a premier example of Gilded Age architecture in Binghamton, NY. Built in 1870, the mansion serves as a cultural hub for the Southern Tier, hosting tours, educational programs, and musical performances.
From London’s West End to the Southern Tier — An Intimate Gilded Age Salon Not to Be Missed
BINGHAMTON, NY — He has led the United States Navy Choir in ceremony, headlined the Actor’s Church in London’s West End, and performed solo at the Washington National Cathedral. On Sunday, September 13, 2026, at 3:00 PM, world-renowned recorder virtuoso Jeffrey R. Wahl brings his international artistry home to the historic ballroom of the Phelps Mansion Museum.
Accompanied by celebrated Binghamton pianist John Isenberg, Wahl will guide the audience through four centuries of music. The program is designed to shatter the modern "classroom" perception of the recorder, moving from haunting 17th-century variations by Jacob van Eyck to the high-energy, jazz-infused crossover sounds of Claude Bolling.
“The recorder is an instrument of astonishing range, yet it is often misunderstood,” says Wahl. “This program takes the listener on a journey from the 1600s to the present day. Performing in a setting as historically rich as the Phelps Mansion allows this music to resonate in its intended atmosphere.”
The afternoon’s highlights include Richard Harvey’s formidable Concerto Incantato, showcasing multiple members of the recorder family from the piercing Sopranino to the haunting Tenor, alongside Peter Hope’s Sonata. The program concludes with high-energy jazz selections that bring an unexpected electricity to the historic venue—a nod to Wahl's work as the founder of The Claude Bolling Jazz Experience in Concert.
Event Details:
Date/Time: Sunday, September 13, 2026, at 3:00 PM
Location: Phelps Mansion Museum, 191 Court St, Binghamton, NY
Admission: $35 in advance / $40 at the door.
Seating: limited due to the intimate nature of the ballroom.
Tickets: Available at www.phelpsmansion.org or by calling the box office at (607) 722-4873.
About Jeffrey R. Wahl
Jeffrey R. Wahl is a professional musician, conductor, and theatrical director whose career spans the international stage, the orchestra pit, and the film industry. As Founder and Artistic Director of the Binghamton Baroque Orchestra, he has established an international reputation for both pedagogy and virtuosity. A retired U.S. Navy Chief Petty Officer and former "Mr. Dance of the USA," Wahl’s diverse background informs a dynamic "crossover" performance style that bridges classical tradition and contemporary jazz.
About John Isenberg
An Endicott native, pianist John Isenberg has been a cornerstone of the Binghamton University Music Department since 2011, serving as a vocal coach, accompanist, and opera collaborator. His extensive career includes over a decade as Staff Pianist and Chorus Master for Tri-Cities Opera, as well as annual performances at the Songe d’été en musique festival in Québec. Isenberg is a frequent collaborator of Jeffrey Wahl, having previously been featured as a harpsichord soloist with the Binghamton Baroque Orchestra.
About the Phelps Mansion Museum
The Phelps Mansion Museum is a premier example of Gilded Age architecture in Binghamton, NY. Built in 1870, the mansion serves as a cultural hub for the Southern Tier, hosting tours, educational programs, and musical performances.
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