Lunchtime Recital Themes
This program features Schumann and Clara's works with a theme of Resonance of Love. Fantasy Op. 17 and Variations Op. 20. The intimate connection of the works, showcasing the passionate love of the couple.
Schumann Fantasy Op. 17
Clara Variations on a theme of Robert Schumann, Op. 20
Clara Romance in B
An expressive journey across centuries, this recital features Beethoven’s late sonata, Chopin’s nocturnes, and Ireland’s impressionistic suite Sarnia, highlighting their distinctive musical languages across different eras and exploring a rich spectrum of emotions, reaching into the deepest feelings of the heart.
Beethoven Sonata No. 31 in A flat major, Op. 110
Chopin Nocturne in F sharp major, Op. 15 No. 2
Chopin Nocturne in C sharp minor, Op. 27 No.1
Ireland Sarnia - An Island Sequence
Chamber Music- Violin and Piano Duo
This concert offers a great chance to experience two classic and iconic masterpieces for violin and piano duet by Schubert and Strauss. Although these two repertoires demonstrate distinct musical styles and characteristics, they both represent an intimate connection to Vienna, profoundly influencing in all aspects of their music.
Schubert Sonata for Violin and Piano in A major, D. 574
Strauss Sonata for Violin and Piano in E flat major, Op. 18
This concert is an exploration of the three influential composers, Schumann, Brahms, and Clara, intertwined with a strong, close, and sophisticated relationship.
Schumann Fantasy Op. 17
Clara Variations on a theme of Robert Schumann, Op. 20
Clara Quatre Pièces fugitives, Op. 15
Brahms Piano Pieces Op. 118
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Chopin
Ballade No. 2 in F Major, Op. 38
Ballade No. 3 in A-flat Major, Op. 47
Nocturne Op. 15 No. 2
Nocturne Op. 27 No. 1
Schumann
Abegg Variations Op. 1
Papillons, Op. 2
Fantasy Op. 17 in C major
Clara Schumann
Romance in B minor
Impromptu in E Major
Variations on a theme by Robert Schumann Op. 20
Brahms
Piano pieces Op. 118
Liszt
Concert Etude No. 3 “Un Sospiro” S. 144
Franck
Prelude, Chorale et Fugue, Op. 21
Debussy
Danse Bohémienne, L. 9
L’isle Joyeuse, L. 106
Ravel
Jeux d'eau
Rachmaninoff
Etudes-Tableaux Op. 39, No. 1, 2, 5, 6, 8
Prokofiev
Romeo and Juliet Op. 75
Sonata No. 8 in B flat major, Op. 84
Scriabin
Sonata No. 5
Fantasy in B minor, Op. 28
Marzurkas Op. 3, Nos. 1-5
John Ireland
An Ireland Sequence: Sarnia
Quan Jihao
Piano Suite: Combination of Lengths
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Chamber Music- Violin and Piano Duo
Beethoven
Sonata No. 1 in D major, Op. 12
Schubert
Sonata in D major, D. 384
Sonata in A minor, D. 385
Sonata in A major "Grand Duo" D. 574
Franck
Sonata in A major
Debussy
Sonata in G minor, L. 140
Strauss
Sonata in E flat major, Op. 18
Prokofiev
Sonata No. 2 in D major, Op. 94
Hsiao Tyzen
Taiwan Affection, Tyzen Heart: works for Solo Violin and Piano
Haydn
Piano Trio No. 39 in G Major, Hob. XV: 25 “Gypsy”
Mendelssohn
Piano Trio No. 1 in D minor, Op. 49
Schubert
Piano Trio No. 2 in E-flat, D. 929
Doppler
Andante et Rondo for 2 Flutes and Piano, Op. 25
Arensky
Piano Trio No. 1 in D minor, Op. 32
Turina
Piano Trio No. 2, Op. 76
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