Violinist

String quartets by Bartók and Tchaikovsky bookend this program—the visceral and cathartic former contrasting with the latter’s refined lyricism that famously moved the author Leo Tolstoy to tears in a moment Tchaikovsky called one of the proudest of his life. In between, musicians of the LA Phil perform a chamber reduction of the sweeping Prelude and “Liebestod” from Wagner’s Tristan und Isolde.

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Tchaikovsky and Wagner

Walt Disney Concert Hall

LA Phil violin Jin-Shan Dai curates a wide-ranging program that offers the orchestra’s bass players a rare chance in the chamber music spotlight. Opening the night is the Concertino by Erwin Schulhoff, whose music blends the late-Romantic style of his mentor Dvořák with elements of post-WWI expressionism and even jazz. Prokofiev’s Quintet picks up that early-20th-century thread with unapologetic glee, chromaticism, and Stravinsky-inspired rhythmic flair. The second half of the concert pivots to one of Franz Schubert’s most popular and loved works, the leisurely and uplifting “Trout” Quintet.

Schubert and Prokofiev

Johnny Lee’s breakthrough hit, “Lookin’ for Love” helped usher in a historic era in country music - and four decades later, Johnny Lee remains one of the genre’s most beloved entertainers. Possessing enviable comedic skills and a voice as warm and strong as sunshine on the Texas asphalt, Lee has enjoyed a successful career, but he isn’t ready to call it quits yet. The proof is in his new album Everything’s Gonna Be Alright. The 14-song collection looks poised to be a landmark album in an already impressive career, spotlighting not only Lee’s signature vocals but also his talent as a songwriter. The Texas native wrote or co-wrote the bulk of the project.

Johnny Lee: Lookin’ For Love - Pre-valentine’s Day Show

Cactus Theater

Curtis on Tour returns to Nantucket and New England for an annual festival of performances and presentations. Featuring violist Roberto Díaz, clarinetist David Shifrin and emerging professional artists from Curtis, our program includes works by Mozart, Ellington, and Mendelssohn.

Curtis on Tour in Nantucket

Siasconset Casino Association

Get even closer to expert music making with small LA Phil chamber ensembles.  This performance is generously underwritten by Terri and Jerry Kohl. 

Johnny Lee

Violinist

Events

Mar 28, 2023

Tchaikovsky and Wagner · Los Angeles Philharmonic

Feb 28, 2023

Schubert and Prokofiev · Los Angeles Philharmonic

Feb 13, 2023

Johnny Lee: Lookin’ For Love - Pre-valentine’s Day Show · Cactus Theater

Jul 13, 2022

Curtis on Tour in Nantucket · Curtis Institute of Music

Jan 4, 2022

Great Clarinet Trios · Los Angeles Philharmonic

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