Part humorous parody and part spectacular display of virtuosity, Variations on a Theme by Paganini is more than worthy of the nightclub audience for which it was written. Two-time finalist for the Pulitzer Prize, Bright Sheng draws on Chinese sonorities and a neo-Romantic folkloric style in Four Movements which evoke humor, a savage dance, and lonesome nostalgia. ChamberFest Cleveland is honored to present the world premiere of “Oh, My Son,” a deeply personal work, commemorating the tragic loss of a family friend. Finally, bask in the glow of Schubert’s incredibly powerful Cello Quintet, the last work he ever wrote, with its endless flow of sublime melodies and wondrous melting beauty.
6:30PM COMPOSER CONVERSATION
with Judith Markovich (CFC Guest Composer) & Eric Charnofsky (Cleveland Chamber Collective)
Witold Lutosławski
Variations on a Theme by Paganini
Bright Sheng
Four Movements for Piano Trio
Judith Markovich
“Oh, My Son” (World Premiere)
Franz Schubert
Cello Quintet in C major
