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Orpheus' Lyre | Feb 27, 2025 | New York, NY
The chameleon-like harp, with its myriad colors and textures takes center stage in combination with strings, winds and piano.
Time & Place
Feb 27, 2025, 7:30 PM
Merkin Concert Hall, 129 W 67th St, New York, NY 10023, USA
The Story
One of the oldest of instruments, the harp has been tied to myths and legends across many cultures and civilizations. In our concerts it takes on a unique chamber role that reveals its hidden qualities, and its chameleon-like character is fully on display in this program of original works and arrangements. Two lesser known, but equally wonderous Piano Trios bookend the evening.
Dmitri Shostakovich Piano Trio No. 1 in C minor, Op. 8
Franz Liszt/Camille Saint-Saëns Orpheus, Symphonic Poem for Violin, Cello and Harp
Jacques Ibert Interludes for Clarinet, Cello and Harp
Carlos Salzedo Sonata for Harp and Piano
Clara Schumann Three Romances, Op. 22 for Clarinet and Harp
Paul Ben-Haim Variations on a Hebrew Melody for Piano Trio
Tibi Cziger clarinet
Itamar Zorman violin
Michal Korman cello
Sivan Magen harp
Assaff Weisman piano
