Violinist

When Shostakovich’s Symphony No. 5 premiered in Leningrad, listeners gave an ovation that lasted longer than half an hour, catapulting this gripping, emotional work to immediate and lasting success. It’s one of the few works to unite both critics and the public in their positive opinions. To open the concert, Beethoven’s Egmont Overture suggests societal unease in its churning rhythms before five famous knocking notes open Beethoven’s Violin Concerto. Youthful violinist Stephen Waarts takes to the stage for this staple of violin repertoire while FWSO music director Robert Spano helms the orchestra.

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Beethoven’s Violin Concerto: Beethoven and Shostakovich

Bass Performance Hall

Three rising and in-demand soloists come together as a piano trio for this performance. Jonathan Swensen has been featured as both Musical America’s “New Artist of the Month” and “One to Watch” by Gramophone Magazine. Stephen Waarts has been praised for “his clear and sharp sound” and “unparalleled technique” (Crescendo Magazine). Juho Pohjonen “has both impeccable technique and a clear-eyed approach to music” (Washington Post).

Jonathan Swensen Cello, Stephen Waarts Violin and Juho Pohjonen Piano

War Memorial and Performing Arts Center

Winner of the 2015 Queen Elisabeth Competition, this young Dutch violinist has already soloed with the Cleveland Orchestra, Chamber Orchestra of Europe, and other leading international ensembles.

Stephen Waarts

Violinist

Events

3 - 5 May, 2024

Beethoven’s Violin Concerto: Beethoven and Shostakovich · Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra

Feb 15, 2024

Jonathan Swensen Cello, Stephen Waarts Violin and Juho Pohjonen Piano · San Francisco Performances

Aug 26, 2023

Stephen Waarts, violin & Albert Cano Smit, piano · Capital Region Classical

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