Rockport Chamber Music Festival: FAURE PROJECT

Description

Commemorate the 100th anniversary of Gabriel Fauré’s death with two concerts featuring his most celebrated chamber works, performed by the world’s most celebrated musicians, featuring violinist Joshua Bell, cellist Steven Isserlis, pianist Jeremy Denk and many more. From violin sonatas to piano quintets, these programs offer a rich exploration of Fauré’s artistry, performed by an exceptional ensemble of renowned musicians.

SATURDAY PROGRAM: Fauré

Violin Sonata No. 1 in A Major, Op. 13 (Bell, Denk)
Barcarolle No. 5, Op. 66 (Denk)
Piano trio in D minor, Op. 120 (Bell, Isserlis, Denk)
Intermission
Sicilienne, Op. 78 & Berceuse, Op. 16 (Isserlis, Denk)
Piano Quintet No. 1 in D minor, Op. 89 (Bell, Duval, Engstroem, Isserlis, Denk)

SUNDAY PROGRAM: Fauré

Violin Sonata No. 2. in E minor, Op. 108 (Duval, Denk)
Nocturne No. 13 in B minor, Op. 119 (Denk)
String Quartet in E minor, Op. 121 (Bell, Duval, Engstroem, Isserlis)
Intermission
Romance, Op. 69 & Elegie, Op. 24 (Isserlis, Denk)
Piano Quintet No. 2 in C minor, Op. 115 (Bell, Duval, Engstroem, Isserlis, Denk)