The Aspen Chamber Symphony pulls out all the stops for its last concert of the season. There’s something for everyone: two extraordinary soloists, a beloved Romantic piano concerto, two fascinating and provocative works inspired by a love of the earth and concern for its future, and finally, one of the most colorful and thrilling orchestral scores of all time.

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Chamber Symphony: Bronfman and McDuffie, Firebird Suite

Aspen Meadows Resort

Celebrated for his brilliant technique, charismatic stage presence and adventurous repertoire, Grammy nominee Robert McDuffie returns to Harris Concert Hall for works by Mennin, Enescu, and Tchaikovsky. The New York Times called Mennin’s Sonata Concertante “ a forceful, large work” and The New York Herald Tribune said it’s“as brilliant as it is solidly crafted…wildly energetic music, logical in its development, and neatly contoured.” George Enescu called his third violin sonata “In the Rumanian style.” It’s full of mesmerizing sonic effects which suggest other instruments in the piano part, and evoke insects, birds, and the human voice by the violin. It’s a technical and stylistic challenge for the performers and a fascinating otherworldly experience for the listener. Tchaikovsky’s sextet Souvenir of Florence was written “with the greatest enthusiasm and with the least exertion,” according to the composer. After completing it, he said, ““It's frightening to see how pleased I am with myself.” The pleasure audiences have taken in this melodious work has made it a recital hall favorite.

Recital: Robert McDuffie Plays Tchaikovsky, Enescu

Known for his athletic playing, charismatic stage presence, and adventurous repertoire, beloved Aspen alumnus and Grammy nominee Robert McDuffie returns to Harris Concert Hall.

Peter Mennin

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Past events

Aug 18, 2023

Chamber Symphony: Bronfman and McDuffie, Firebird Suite · Aspen Music Festival

Aug 16, 2023

Recital: Robert McDuffie Plays Tchaikovsky, Enescu · Aspen Music Festival

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