PROGRAM
Stephen Prutsman, piano
Pianist Stephen Prutsman drops by the studio this week for music as eclectic and daring as he is. Along with music of Liszt and Ravel—works Bill McGlaughlin rightly dubs "knucklebusters" —he plays J.S. Bach's sixth English Suite, a piece he says inspired him to become a pianist in the first place. We'll also get a wonderful taste of Mr. Prutsman's prodigious musical imagination through two of his own compositions. Along the way we'll find out what else he's up to, including conducting, chamber music, and teaching. Don't miss the chance to meet an American original.
MUSIC PLAYED IN THE PROGRAM
- Maurice Ravel: Miroirs (Mirrors)
—IV. Alborada del gracioso (The Jester's Morning Serenade) - J. S. Bach: English Suite VI in d minor, B.W.V. 811
—I. Prelude
—II. Allemande
—V. Gavotte I
—VI. Gavotte II
—VII. Gigue - Stephen Prutsman: Tannery Pond
- Stephen Prutsman: Dog
- Richard Wagner (transc. Franz Liszt): Isolde's Liebestod
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: Stephen Prutsman
