Classical Arts Society of Washington
presents
Virtuoso Violinist: Nuptial Offerings of César Franck
featuring
Jaram Kim, violin
Christopher Schmitt, piano
Friday, September 13, 2024
THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT
6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
Members $50 (use RSVP button)
Non-Members $55 BUY TICKET NOW!
César Franck’s violin sonata is a bastion of the repertoire; depicting opening moments of cherished nostalgia, a tempestuouso recurring theme of escalating intensity and drama, and a final canonical movement of exuberance and celebration; wedding bells pealing throughout its finale. The matrimonial associations of the work aren’t limited to its textures however; the piece itself was offered as a wedding gift to Franck’s dear friend, the violin virtuoso Eugène Ysaÿe, who was a masterful composer in his own right. Ysaÿe’s work will be paired with the revered “Spring” sonata of Beethoven, whom both composers held in high admiration throughout their careers. Join acclaimed violinist Jaram Kim and series founder, pianist Christopher Schmitt on this journey throughout the ages.
Program:
Beethoven - Sonata for Violin and Piano No. 5, Op. 24, “Spring”
Eugène Ysaÿe - Rêve d' Enfant Op. 14, Berceuse Op. 20
Franck - Sonata for Violin and Piano in A major
6:30 pm - Reception with wine and hors d'oeuvres before concert
7:00 pm - Concert start
9:30 pm - Event end
PLEASE NOTE
The price of your ticket includes hors d’oeuvres and drinks from the open wine and beer bar.
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