The Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center in their Shaker Village residency. This final CMS performance brings together timeless works for a truly captivating conclusion. Schubert’s Adagio and Rondo concertante sparkles with youthful vitality, while Mozart’s String Quintet in C minor reveals a rare, intense depth, showcasing a darker side of his musical voice. After intermission, Brahms’ Sextet No. 1—one of his most beloved chamber works—fills the stage with a rich, expansive sound. The interplay of two violins, two violas, and two cellos creates a beautiful balance of lyrical depth and spirited energy, culminating in a lively and jubilant finale.
Franz Schubert: Adagio and rondo concertante in F major for Piano, Violin, Viola, and Cello, D. 487 (1816)
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: Quintet in C minor for Two Violins, Two Violas, and Cello, K. 406 (1782, arr. 1787)
Johannes Brahms: Sextet for Two Violins, Two Violas, and Two Cellos No. 1 in B-flat major, Op. 18 (1859-60)
The identity and flair of Spanish culture shine through in the sonic worlds of these impassioned works.
Five living composers offer a tribute honoring Beethoven's uncanny connection to the music of our time.
Kristin Lee and musicians from the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center present a stunning programme featuring romantic music of profound emotional depth.
