Mon, 6/23 — Mary Elizabeth Bowden
Classical trumpeter Mary Elizabeth Bowden is a highly in-demand soloist, praised for her “splendid, brilliant” playing (Gramophone) and her “pure, refined, and warm” tone (American Record Guide). Bowden works diligently to establish a new repertoire for the trumpet through creative, collaborative commissioning projects and award-winning albums.
Music
Variations on Bellini’s Norma by Jean-Baptiste Arban
Tues, 6/24 — Anthony McGill
Hailed for his “trademark brilliance, penetrating sound, and rich character” (New York Times), clarinetist Anthony McGill is one of classical music’s most recognizable and brilliantly multifaceted figures. In addition to his dynamic international solo and chamber music career, McGill is principal clarinet of the New York Philharmonic.
Music
Grand Duo Concertant by Carl Maria von Weber
Wed, 6/25 — Dame Myra Hess Memorial Concert Series: Trio Tokova
Trio Tokava (Nadia Azzi, piano; Zi Yang Low, violin; Eugene Lin, cello) was formed at the Colburn Conservatory of Music and is based in Los Angeles. All three artists have illustrious solo and chamber music careers, and the group is dedicated to offering audiences a unique and captivating approach to the repertoire they perform.
Music of Debussy, Lili Boulanger, and Dmitri Shostakovich
Thurs, 6/26 — Rush Hour Concert: Kontras Quartet
Kontras Quartet boldly explores the evolving role of chamber music in the new millennium. Equally committed to time-honored classics, contemporary compositions, and genre-bending collaborations, Kontras strives to continually enrich the string quartet art form, expand audiences, and champion diverse voices.
Music
Four Armenian Folk Songs by Komitas
Fri, 6/27 — Helen Callus
Helen Callus, hailed as “one of the world’s greatest violists” (American Record Guide), continues to captivate audiences with her lyrical tone, technical command, and profound artistry. She currently holds the appointment of Professor of Viola in the Bienen School of Music at Northwestern University.
Music of Rebecca Clarke
