In a captivating blend of premieres and timeless classics, the evening opens with the premiere of Louis Karchin’s The Four Seasons of Bernini, which draws on Mozart’s style and the sculptures of the Italian Renaissance artist. This is followed by the graceful melodies of Mozart’s Violin Concerto No. 3, featuring the artistry of Stella Chen, the ensemble’s artist-in-residence. The program continues with another premiere, George Meyer’s Triple Concerto for Two Violins and Viola, bringing to life the musical contributions of Emma Frucht, Brian Hong, and Meyer himself. The night culminates in the intense and passionate strains of Haydn’s Symphony No. 49, “La Passione,” bringing the concert to a stirring conclusion.
