Great things come in threes, and this performance is no exception, showcasing three of Beethoven’s masterworks, all composed within about three years of each other. We begin with the dramatic Leonore Overture No. 3. Next, we bring an exquisite trio of soloists together: violinist Gil Shaham, his sister, pianist Orli Shaham, and exceptional cellist Sterling […]
A convergence of Baroque elegance, fiery Spanish rhythms and lush romanticism take center stage for the second concert of the Masterworks season. Renowned violinist Giora Schmidt joins the WCO to perform Édouard Lalo’s “Symphonie Espagnole,” a fiery violin concerto inspired by the rhythms and melodies of Spain. Composed in 1874, “Symphonie Espagnole” is a dazzling […]
