The Classical Arts Society of Washington: The Aura of the Violin

The Classical Arts Society of Washington presents:

The Aura of the Violin

Julia Angelov, violin

Christopher Schmitt, piano

Saturday, June 1, 2024

6:30 pm  -  9:30 pm

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

Members $45   ~   Non-Members $55

Witness the violin in its majesty throughout the ages performed by acclaimed violinist Julia Angelov; spanning the gamut between the elegant Baroque style of Handel and the longing Bulgarian folk influence of living composer Dobrinka Tabokova. The dynamism of Beethoven's vibrantly expressive first violin sonata pairs wonderfully with the Brahms Sonatentanz scherzo from the F-A-E Sonata, written when both composers were in their mere twenties with a charming sense of vitality and conviction. The program concludes with the joyous and heartfelt outpouring of Tchaikovsky's beloved Valse-Scherzo.     

PLEASE NOTE

The price of your ticket includes hors d’oeuvres and drinks from the open wine and beer bar.

PROGRAM

Sonata for violin and piano in D major HWV 371          George Frideric Handel (1685-1759)

Sonata for violin and piano Op. 12, No. 1                       Ludwig van Beethoven (1770-1827)

Sonatensatz, Scherzo WoO. 3                                 Johannes Brahms (1833-1897)

Pirin                                                                           Dobrinka Tabakova (b. 1980)

Valse-Scherzo, Op. 34                                                         Piotr Illych Tchaikovsky (1840-1893)

Reception begins at 6:30

Concert begins at 7:15

Learn More:

Classical Arts Society of Washington: https://classicalartssociety.org/

Discounted parking after 6 pm at 2001 Pennsylvania Ave. N.W.