While Barber’s style of American Romanticism is lyrical without restraint, Shostakovich’s Symphony No. 5 is complex and issues the perfect invitation to read between the notes of a composition written during an era of political strife and war. Kirill Gerstein brings his ferocious technique, discerning intelligence, and imaginative musical presence to Bartók’s lyrical 3rd Piano Concerto, one of the composer’s very last works.
PERFORMANCE & ARTIST DETAILS
Brevard Music Center Orchestra
Keith Lockhart, conductor
Kirill Gerstein, piano
SAMUEL BARBER Second Essay
BÉLA BARTÓK Piano Concerto No. 3
DMITRI SHOSTAKOVICH Symphony No. 5
Auditorium seating is reserved. Lawn seating is general admission.