10. Tchaikovsky's Souvenir de FlorenceJoin us for an unforgettable evening at Alice Tully Hall as the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center presents "Tchaikovsky's Souvenir de Florence." This captivating performance is scheduled for Sunday, May 4, 2025, at 5:00 pm and promises to immerse you in the rich tapestry of chamber music spanning from the Baroque to the Romantic periods.
The program begins with Johann Sebastian Bach's intricate "Ricercar a 6 from Musical Offering, BWV 1079," a masterpiece composed in 1747. The journey continues through the Classical era with Joseph Haydn's "Trio in G major for Violin, Viola, and Cello, Hob. XVI:40, Op. 53, No. 1" from 1784, and into the Romantic period with Franz Schubert's "Trio in B-flat major for Violin, Viola, and Cello, D. 581" composed in 1817. The evening will also feature Richard Strauss's "Sextet for Strings from Capriccio, Op. 85" from 1941, leading up to the highlight of the night, Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky's "Sextet for Two Violins, Two Violas, and Two Cellos, Op. 70, Souvenir de Florence," a vibrant and emotional work from 1890.
The performance will showcase the talents of renowned musicians, including violinists Paul Huang and Danbi Um, violists Matthew Lipman and Timothy Ridout, and cellists David Finckel and Sihao He. Each artist brings their unique expertise and passion to the stage, promising a night of exquisite music and unforgettable memories.
The concert will last approximately 2 hours, including an intermission, allowing you to fully savor the beauty and complexity of chamber music. Tickets are not yet on sale but keep an eye out for this must-see event. Whether you're a long-time classical music enthusiast or new to the genre, "Tchaikovsky's Souvenir de Florence" is a perfect opportunity to experience the depth and breadth of chamber music performed by some of the world's leading musicians.