In this opening concert, we will feature two powerful works by Clara Schumann and Johannes Brahms. The “Three Romances” by Clara Schumann truly capture the essence of beautiful, rhapsodic melodies, and there is something tremendously moving about Schumann’s harmonies. 

The ever so passionate and ground-breaking Piano Quartet in G minor, known for its final movement “Rondo Allia Zingarese,” draws from “Gypsy Rondo,” a dance similar to the Hungarian Dances by Brahms. This piece was premiered with Clara Schumann on the piano. It is known to be a true masterwork displaying technical ability and emotional profundity.

Artists:

Doori Na, violin

Tanner Menees, viola

Jia Kim, cello

Jun Cho, piano 

Program to include:

Clara Schumann Three Romances for Violin and Piano 

Johannes Brahms Piano Quartet No. 1 in G minor 

I. Allegro

II. Intermezzo: Allegro ma non troppo — Trio: Animato

III. Andante con moto 

IV. Rondo alla Zingarese: Presto

The program can be found here.

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