Jennifer Higdon
Cliburn at the Modern
Ticket Web Link: http://centralticketoffice.com/index.php?ses=87bfc82cd5fcbe2ad3944f7ed6896162&act=dsp_events&cid=2. Summary: One of America's most frequently performed composers, Jennifer Higdon writes music known for its technical skill and audience appeal. The recipient of awards from the Guggenheim Foundation and the American Academy of Arts & Letters, Ms. Higdon has been commissioned by most major American orchestras, and is composer-in-residence with the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra during the 2009-2010 concert season.
"...a savvy, sensitive composer with a keen ear, an innate sense of form and a generous dash of pure es…
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM.
Modern Art Museum.
Michael Shih and Friends, violin
Cliburn at the Bass
Ticket Web Link: http://centralticketoffice.com/index.php?ses=87bfc82cd5fcbe2ad3944f7ed6896162&act=dsp_events&cid=2. Summary: Concertmaster of the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra since 2001, Michael Shih is admired for the intensity of his commitment to his superb craft, as well as his willingness to explore new repertoire for his instrument, a 1710 Antonio Stradivari violin. But it is Mr. Shih’s passion for sharing musical discoveries and favorite works with his friends and colleagues that will ensure he remains a fixture in our community. This musical soirée will showcase several of Texas’ finest musicians performing a multifacete…
Tuesday, January 12, 2010, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Bass Performance Hall.
Marc-André Hamelin, piano
Cliburn at the Bass
Ticket Web Link: http://centralticketoffice.com/index.php?ses=87bfc82cd5fcbe2ad3944f7ed6896162&act=dsp_events&cid=2. Summary: Long known for his fearless exploration of unfamiliar pianistic terrain, Marc-André Hamelin’s startlingly original blend of musicianship and virtuosity has earned him legendary status as a true avatar of the piano. He has received eight Grammy nominations for his recordings, ranging from eighteenth-century sonatas to transcriptions by contemporary composers. Also a noted composer, Mr. Hamelin will include a set of his own etudes in his Cliburn Concerts debut.
Program: HAYDN Variations in F minor; MOZART…
Tuesday, February 2, 2010, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Bass Performance Hall.