Schubert’s Octet was inspired by Beethoven’s Septet, which was immensely popular. Schubert adds a second violin to the ensemble. It is his chamber music answer to the Great C-Major Symphony—a masterpiece of immense proportions. Gernot Wolfgang joins us to introduce his “Impressions,” which are suggestive of imaginary paintings, “Carnival of... [Read More]
Dr. Elmer Lewis: “The Physics of Music—Without the Equations” Have you ever wondered why lower pitched instruments are larger than higher pitched ones? Why are 10 violins not twice as loud as five? And why do several sound different – not just louder – than one? Why does a horn... [Read More]
This program is inspiring, heart-rending, vivacious, captivating, and life-affirming. Sakari Vanderveer is one of the leading female black composers of our time and an inspiring leader in bringing young children to embrace playing string instruments. Mel Bonis (who used the masculine form of her name to gain acceptance) fought great... [Read More]
We have stories to tell … from the short, whimsical, and inventive caricatures by Jan Bach for Flute and Horn, to the broad landscape of Sibelius’ En Saga, to the heartfelt patriotism of Dvorak’s striking String Quintet with double bass—the one he dedicated “To my Nation.” Stories you’ll want to... [Read More]
Trio in E-flat Major, Op. 44 • Louise Farrenc Clarinet, Cello, and Piano Trio in B Minor, Op. 27 • Edouard Destenay Oboe, Clarinet, and Piano Quintet in F Minor (1880) • César Franck Piano, Two Violins, Viola, and Cello
Optional upgrade: This 3:00 pm performance of the Mendelssohn Octet program takes place at The Clearing Folk School in Ellison Bay. Dinner at The Shoreline Restaurant begins at 5:30 pm. Enjoy great fun with friends new and old — including our musicians — when you come for a concert and... [Read More]
Three magical years in the lives of Felix Mendelssohn and the Schumanns Clara, Robert, and Felix Trio in G Minor, Op. 17 (1846) Clara Schumann (1819-1896) Violin, Cello, and Piano Trio in C Minor, Op. 66 (1845) Felix Mendelssohn (1809-1847) Violin, Cello, and Piano Trio in D Minor, Op. 63... [Read More]
Dover Beach, Op. 3 Samuel Barber Mezzo Soprano and String Quartet ... [Read More]
THIS CONCERT IS SOLD OUT Dover Beach, Op. 3 Samuel Barber Mezzo Soprano and String... [Read More]
Quintet in G Minor, Op. 39 (1924) Sergei Sergeyevich Prokofiev (1881-1953) Oboe, Clarinet, Violin, Viola, and Double Bass Quartet in D Major, Op. 11 Pyotr Illyich Tchaikovsky (1840-1893) String Quartet Quintet in G Minor, Op. 34 Juliusz Zarebski (1854-1885) Two Violins, Viola, Cello, and Piano
Quintet in G Minor, Op. 39 (1924) Sergei Sergeyevich Prokofiev (1881-1953) Oboe, Clarinet, Violin, Viola, and Double Bass Quartet in D Major, Op. 11 Pyotr Illyich Tchaikovsky (1840-1893) String Quartet Quintet in G Minor, Op. 34 Juliusz Zarebski (1854-1885) Two Violins, Viola, Cello, and Piano
A reception with the musicians follows this concert. Suite in E Minor, Op. 59 Melanie Bonis (1858-1937) Flute, Violin, and Piano Sextet in C Minor, Op. 40 Louise Farrenc (1804-1875) Flute, Oboe, Clarinet, Bassoon, Horn, and Piano Quintet in C Minor, Op. 52 Amy Cheney Beach (1867-1944)... [Read More]