PROGRAM
James Ehnes, violin; Eduard Laurel, piano
Virtuosi Various: Works of four composers who wrote with special brilliance for the violin come to life this week under the touch of the young Canadian violinist James Ehnes, who matches their mastery at every turn. Mr. Ehnes and pianist Eduard Laurel open their program with Maurice Ravel's bewitching (and bluesy) Sonata in G Major and conclude the hour with works of Pablo de Sarasate and Fritz Kreisler. J.S. Bach's beloved third partita for solo violin takes center stage, a pinnacle Ehnes prizes as much for its structure as for its "infinite possibilities."
MUSIC PLAYED IN THE PROGRAM
- Maurice Ravel: Sonata in G
- J.S. Bach: Partita III in E major, B.W.V. 1006
—Preludio
—Gavotte en Rondeau
—Gigue - Fritz Kreisler: Caprice Vennois
- Pablo de Sarasate: Opus 21, No. 1, Malagueña
- Opus 23, No. 2, Zapateado
MIXED COMPANY
Mixed Company is written by Saint Paul Sunday staff, giving you a behind-the-scenes look at the show and the classical music they love.
LINKS AND RESOURCES
Artist profile: James Ehnes and Eduard Laurel
