This recital will highlight the dramatic rift between two great composers, Brahms and Liszt. Performed by pianists Wen-Yin Chan and Alex Peh. EDUCATION CENTER, ROOM 309 Tickets $15 ($20 at the door)
SAT, JAN 26, 8PM SUN, JAN 27, 3PM
NATIONAL PHILHARMONIC
Lutosławski 100th Anniversary: Remembering Rostropovich
Dariusz Skoraczewski, cello Miroslaw Jacek Blaszczyk, conductor Tchaikovsky: Variations on a Rococo Theme Lutosławski:Cello Concerto Tchaikovsky: Symphony No. 4 A free pre-concert lecture will be offered at 6:45PM on January 26, 1:45PM on January 27. MUSIC CENTER Tickets from $28
WED, JAN 30, 7:30PM
ARTIST IN RESIDENCE
Deborah Bond, progressive soul vocalist
This young, progressive soul singer-songwriter is taking her live act to the next level with a special world premiere commissioned by Strathmore. So far fans are utterly captivated by her intense stage presence…and a sincere (if not a bit funky) love for lyrics. Sponsored by the Potomac Valley Alumnae Chapter Fund, Inc. MANSION Tickets $15 (Stars $13.50)
WED, JAN 30, 8PM
WASHINGTON PERFORMING ARTS SOCIETY
Nadja Salerno-Sonnenberg, violin New Century Chamber Orchestra
Mendelssohn: String Symphony No. 10 Bach: Violin Concerto A minor Villa-Lobos: Bachianas Brasileiras No. 5 R. Strauss: Metamorphosen Acclaimed violinist SalernoSonnenberg and the 19-member chamber orchestra, of which she is the music director and concertmaster, make their Washington-area debut with a diverse program of classic works and rarely-heard gems. This performance is made possible through the generous support of Bruce Rosenblum and Lori Laitman. MUSIC CENTER Tickets from $35
National Philharmonic Winter Concerts at Strathmore!
FRI, FEB 1, DOOR 8PM, SHOW 9PM
FRIDAY NIGHT ECLECTIC
Begin the holiday season with the National Philharmonic Chorale at its annual performances of Handel’s Messiah on December 8, 22 and 23, under the direction of Chorale Artistic Director Stan Engebretson. On December 18, join Philharmonic Associate Conductor Victoria Gau and the Washington Symphonic Brass for an evening of traditional holiday music.
Bellflur’s Ghosts of Handsome Skin
Picture a wandering performance experience along the lines of NYC’s Shakespeare-esque Sleep No More: several bands, acting in different rooms, complete with visual artists. The atmospheric indie band Bellflur calls D.C. home, and you’ll call this evening of entertainment one-ofa-kind. MANSION Tickets $12 (Stars $10.80), $15 door
C alendar D ecember 2012–F ebr u ary 2013
War of the Romantics: Brahms vs. Liszt
FEBRUARY 2013
The Philharmonic showcases the beautiful sound of the viola on January 5 and 6 with violist Victoria Chiang playing the Telemann Concerto for Viola and Mozart’s Sinfonia Concertante with violinist Stefan Jackiw.
FRI, FEB 1, 8PM
Award-winning pianist Brian Ganz returns to Strathmore on January 19 for his third all-Chopin recital. This time, Mr. Ganz explores Chopin’s gift for composing compelling and perfectly crafted miniatures. On February 9, soprano Danielle Talamantes joins the Philharmonic in Poulenc’s Gloria on the 50th anniversary of the composer’s passing.
STRATHMORE PRESENTS
China National Symphony
En Shao, conductor Peng-Peng Gong, piano Discover the “vital sound” (The Times, London) of this world-class orchestra in a program that includes works by Chinese composers Xia Guan, Chengzong Yin/Zhuang Liu and Beethoven’s Symphony No. 7. Arrive early and enjoy a pre-concert lecture by Nicholas Platt, President Emeritus, Asia Society, United States Ambassador (Ret.) titled Western Music in a Changing China, at 6:30PM in the Education Center, Room 402. MUSIC CENTER Tickets $25-$65 (Stars $22.50-$58.50)
Tickets from $28; kids 7–17 FREE! Complimentary parking! www.nationalphilharmonic.org (301) 581-5100 Don Lassell
SAT, JAN 26, 7PM
LEVINE SCHOOL OF MUSIC
SAT, FEB 2
LEVINE SCHOOL OF MUSIC
Spring Semester Begins
For details visit www.levineschool.org or call (301) 897-5100. EDUCATION CENTER
SAT, FEB 2, 8PM
SAT, FEB 2, 11AM
THU, FEB 7, 7:30PM
LEVINE SCHOOL OF MUSIC
BALTIMORE SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
MUSIC IN THE MANSION
Pianist Orion Weiss, one of the most sought-after soloists and collaborators in his generation of young American musicians, will work with Levine piano students. Presented in collaboration with the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra. Reserve by calling (202) 686-8000 x1599. EDUCATION CENTER, ROOM 309 Free (RSVP requested)
Yan Pascal Tortelier, conductor Orion Weiss, piano Paul Hindemith: Concert Music for Strings and Brass Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: Piano Concerto No. 27 in B-flat Major Modest Mussorgsky/Maurice Ravel: Pictures at an Exhibition Few works can match its orchestral color, sonic impact or sheer excitement. Experience it—live— along with Mozart’s final piano concerto with Orion Weiss in his eagerly anticipated return. Free pre-concert lecture by Levine School of Music at 7PM, see website for details. MUSIC CENTER Tickets $30-$90
Spectacularly gifted musically, this extraordinary young jazz violinist is also a born entertainer. “Weinstein, habitually garbed as if about to address a Harvard class on economics, plays jazz fiddle like a demon, and he also demonstrates he’s the funniest guy with a fiddle since the hilarious Jack Benny” (Village Voice). Sponsored by Asbury Methodist Village. MANSION Tickets $30 (Stars $27)
Pictures at an Exhibition
Master Class with Orion Weiss
(301) 581-5100
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Aaron Weinstein Trio
DECEMBER 2012—FEBRUARY 2013 Strathmorenews
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