PROGRAM
Milan Turkovic, bassoon; David Shifrin, clarinet; Shai Wosner, piano
Trio Bel Canto: Acclaimed bassoonist Milan Turkovic doesn't think about the keys on his instrument when he performs—he listens instead for its natural voice. That way “it's like singing,” he says, “because the human voice is the most natural instrument we have.” This week Mr. Turkovic is joined by two celebrated friends who share the same vision: clarinetist David Shifrin and pianist Shai Wosner. In addition to a heart-on-sleeve trio by Beethoven, the performers will play another work that fits their lyrical approach just as beautifully—Mikhail Glinka's Trio Pathètique in d minor. The Russian composer’s enduring passion for Italian opera graces each phrase. Listen in for some exquisite instrumental bel canto.
MUSIC PLAYED IN THE PROGRAM
- Ludwig van Beethoven: Trio No. 7 in B-flat major, Op. 11
—I. Allegro con brio
—II. Adagio
—III. Allegretto. Tema: Pria ch'io l'impegno - Mikhail Glinka: Trio Pathétique in d minor
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: Milan Turkovic, David Shifrin and Shai Wosner
