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Opening Concert 1 & 2

TUESDY 25TH. OF JUNE 2024

TIME: 18:00 & 20:30

In this season’s inaugural concert, we weave together the lyrical beauty of Dvořák’s Piano Quintet with the jazz-inflected virtuosity of Nikolai Kapustin, presented by the globally acclaimed pianist Yeol Eum Son. Known for her breathtaking musicality and technical excellence, Son has captivated audiences worldwide since her standout performance with the New York Philharmonic.

This evening also marks the return of the esteemed clarinetist Julian Bliss and the virtuoso violinist Kristine Balanas, whose previous appearances have left lasting impressions.

Join us for an opening concert that promises a harmonious blend of classical tradition and innovative narratives, setting a splendid tone for a season of musical enchantment.

FLORENCE PRICE
(1887–1953)

Adoration (1951)

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Håvard Gimse – piano,
Tine Thing Helseth – trumpet

NIKOLAJ KAPUSTIN
(1937–2020)

Concert Etudes, op 40
1: Preludium – Allegro Assai
6: Pastorale – Allegro Moderato
7: Intermezzo – Allegretto

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Yeol Eum Son – piano

JOHAN PSATHAS
(1966 *)

Island songs (1995)

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Julian Bliss – clarinet
Maximilian Hornung – cello 
Gunnar Flagstad – piano

ANTONIN DVOŘÁK
(1841–1904)

Pianokvintett i A-dur, op. 81 (1888) 
Allegro, ma non tanto
Dumka , Andante con moto
Scherzo (Furiant), Molto vivace
Finale, Allegro 

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Yeol Eum Son – piano
Kristine Balanas – violin
Sarah Christian – violin
Jano Lisboa – viola
Sandra Lied Haga – cello

VENUE: Risør church