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Classical World Artists 08-09

Be captivated by internationally acclaimed artists.  Enjoy the best the world has to offer in the intimate setting of the Mike Lazaridis Theatre of Ideas.

Information on the 2009-10 Classical World Artists Series coming soon.

 

 

 
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Past Events This Season

  Vladimir Feltsman, piano

  Friday April 17, 2009, 7:30 pm 

 

An artist of immense range and insight, Vladimir Feltsman is recognized as one of the most imaginative and interesting musicians of our time. Lauded for his powerhouse technique and interperative genius, Mr. Feltsman is a regular guest soloist with leading orchestras and appears on the most prestigious concert series and music festivals worldwide.

Programme 

Johann Sebastian Bach (1685-1750)
Partita No. 1 in B-flat Major, BWV. 825

Ludwig van Beethoven (1770-1827)
Sonata No. 8 in C minor, Op. 13, "Pathétique"

**INTERMISSION**

Modest Petrovich Mussorgsky (1839-1881)
Pictures at an Exhibition


  James Galway, flute and Christopher O'Riley, piano

  Tuesday March 10, 2009, 7:30 pm 

 

Sir James Galway is regarded as both the supreme interpreter of the classical flute repertoire and a consummate entertainer whose appeal crosses all musical boundaries. With over 30 million albums sold and countless appearances with the world's leading orchestras, his virtuosity is equaled only by his limitless vision. Sir James will be joined by pianist Christopher O'Riley whose poetic gifts and flawless technique have made him one of the most important and versatile pianists performing today.

Programme

FRANCIS POULENC (1899-1963)
Sonata for flute and piano
                
CLAUDE DEBUSSY (1862-1918)
En bateau from the Petite Suite
Clair de Lune from the Suite bergamasque

CHARLES MARIE WIDOR (1844-1937)
Suite for flute and piano, Op. 34 (1898)
               
**INTERMISSION**

HAMILTON HARTY (1879-1941)
In Ireland

TRAD. arr. David Overton
Three Irish Folk Songs:
The Spinning Wheel          
She moved through the Fair  
Star of the County Down
     

CLAUDE BOLLING (b. 1930)
Irlandaise from the Suite for Flute and Jazz Piano (1975)
 
GEORGES BIZET (1838-1875)
arr. François Borne (1840-1920), arr. James Galway
Fantaisie brillante on themes from Carmen

  Gil Shaham and Friends

  Wednesday February 4, 2009, 7:30 pm 

 

Sought after throughout the world for recital and concert appearances, Gil Shaham is recognized by audiences and critics alike as one of today's most virtuosic and engaging violinists. His dream of bringing together friends and colleagues for chamber music is the inspiration behind this all-Brahms programme which comes to Perimeter Institute from Carnegie Hall.

Gil Shaham, violin
with
Adele Anthony, violin
Masao Kawasaki, viola
Paul Neubauer, viola
Alisa Weilerstein, cello
Akira Eguchi, piano

Programme

Johannes Brahms (1833-1897)

String Quintet in F Major, Op. 88
Violin Sonata No. 2 in A Major, Op. 100
INTERMISSION
String Quintet No. 2 in G Major, Op. 111



  Lynn Harrell, cello and Jon Kimura Parker, piano

  Thursday December 4, 2008, 7:30 pm 

 

Considered to be one of the preeminent cellists of the last century, Lynn Harrell is a consummate soloist, chamber musician, recitalist, conductor and teacher. His work throughout the Americas, Europe and Asia has placed him in the highest echelon of today's performing artists. He will be joined by extraordinary Canadian pianist Jom Kimura Parker who is internationally acclaimed for his charisma and dazzling technique.

Programme

Johannes Brahms (1833-1897)
Sonata for Cello and Piano No. 1 in E minor, Op. 38 

Ludwig van Beethoven (1770-1827)
Sonata for Cello and Piano No. 4 in C Major, Op. 102, No. 1

**INTERMISSION**

Sergei Rachmaninoff (1873 - 1943)
Sonata for Cello and Piano in G minor, Op. 19 


  Brentano String Quartet

  Friday October 17, 2008, 7:30 pm 

  

Our 08-09 season opens with the incomparable Brentano String Quartet. Described as passionate, uninhibited and spellbinding, the quartet performs throughout the world to critical acclaim, garnering praise that places them at the forefront of this generation of chamber musicians.

Programme

Franz Josef Haydn (1732-1809)
String Quartet in G-minor, Op. 20, No. 3

Robert Schumann (1810-1856)
String Quartet in A major, Op. 41, No. 3

**INTERMISSION**

Felix Mendelssohn (1809-1847)
String Quartet in A minor, Op. 13

 

 
 
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