This chamber music concert is a celebration of musical textures featuring the number three. It was inspired by Thomas Adès’ Sonata with its unusual instrumentation of oboe, horn, and harpsichord that combines a contemporary style with French Baroque flair. Adès wrote this work as an homage to Claude Debussy, thus providing the perfect link to Debussy’s exuberant and extremely popular Sonata. In between the two works, Franco Donatoni’s Small II lends a striking contrast. After an intense first half, the second half of the concert features more “classical” trios, so to speak, that are connected through the use of the piano. Unusually, however, these were written by the rarely performed composers Charles Koechlin, August Klughardt, and Eugène Goossens. These works are distinguished by profound, lavish, and distinct melodies that allow each instrument to showcase its vocal qualities.

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Chamber Concert “Trio con variazioni”

Evangelische Akademie Tutzing

Munich Residence

Adélaďde Ferričre, a French percussionist of international renown, has performed in Brno once before, in early December 2023 at the Percussion Festival organised by the Janáček Academy of Performing Arts; she led a workshop and gave the closing concert, demonstrating her mastery of the marimba to great acclaim. While she is in town to perform Fazil Say’s Concerto for Percussion and Orchestra with Brno Philharmonic led by Tomáš Hanus (19 and 20 June 2025 at the Janáček Theatre), she has agreed to give a recital as part of the Philharmonic Chamber Series at Besední dům the same week. Her programme includes works by Johann Sebastian Bach and two luminaries of 20th-century music, the French composer of Greek origin Iannis Xenakis (1922–2001) and the Italian composer Franco Donati (1927–2000).

Adélaïde Ferrière – Solo (not Just) On Marimba

Besední dům

Following a dazzling flute quartet by Denis Dufour, the WENM performs two classical works for the same instrumentation by Pierre Boulez and Franco Donatoni.

Study Concert New Music

University of Music and Performing Arts, Vienna

Join us for an evening of exceptional percussion performance by Christian Santos, a talented Master of Music student at the Northwestern Bienen School of Music. This captivating recital is scheduled for Tuesday, May 28, 2024, at 6:00pm CDT, taking place in the intimate setting of the Shirley Welsh Ryan Opera Theater.

Christian Santos, under the guidance of She-e Wu, will showcase his mastery through a diverse program that includes selections from Arnold Marinissen's "Totem," Franco Donatoni's "Omar II," Bruno Mantovani's "Moi, jeu," and Iannis Xenakis's "Rebonds A." This event promises to be a remarkable display of percussion artistry, exploring the depths and nuances of contemporary music.

Admission to this event is free, making it a perfect opportunity for music enthusiasts, students, faculty, alumni, and community members to experience the vibrant talent within the Bienen School of Music. No tickets are required for entry.

The Shirley Welsh Ryan Opera Theater, located within the Patrick G. and Shirley W. Ryan Center for the Musical Arts at 70 Arts Circle Drive, Evanston, IL 60208, offers a cozy yet splendid venue for this performance. With double-height ceilings and expansive windows that provide stunning views of Lake Michigan, the theater creates an atmosphere that enhances the musical experience.

Don't miss this opportunity to support emerging musical talent and enjoy an evening of innovative percussion music.

Christian Santos, percussion

Northwestern University

Join us for an evening of exceptional percussion performances by Claire McLean, a talented Bachelor of Music student from the Northwestern Bienen School of Music. This captivating recital will take place on Thursday, May 23, 2024, at 8:30pm CDT in the intimate setting of the Shirley Welsh Ryan Opera Theater.

Under the guidance of her instructor, She-e Wu, Claire McLean, alongside fellow percussionist Blake Parker, will showcase a diverse repertoire that spans classical to contemporary compositions. The program includes selections from J.S. Bach's Goldberg Variations, BWV 988, the second movement of Franco Donatoni's "Omar," Irwin Bazelon's Suite for Marimba, "Colours of a Groove" from Alejandro Viñao's Book of Grooves, and Iannis Xenakis's "Psappha."

This event is a wonderful opportunity to experience the rich textures and rhythms of percussion music in a venue known for its excellent acoustics and breathtaking views of Lake Michigan. The Shirley Welsh Ryan Opera Theater, located within the Patrick G. and Shirley W. Ryan Center for the Musical Arts at 70 Arts Circle Drive, Evanston, IL 60208, provides the perfect backdrop for an evening of musical exploration.

Admission to this event is free, and tickets are not required, making it accessible to all who wish to enjoy an evening of outstanding musical talent. Don't miss this opportunity to support emerging artists and experience the vibrant music community at the Bienen School of Music.

Claire McLean, percussion

Guest conductor Gemma New joins the Orchestra for the first time to conduct Bach’s concerto for Two Violins featuring concertmaster Margaret Batjer alongside Hilary Hahn.

Franco Donatoni

Events

Past events

Jan 31 - Feb 1, 2026

Chamber Concert “Trio con variazioni” · Bavarian Radio Symphony Orchestra

Jun 17, 2025

Adélaïde Ferrière – Solo (not Just) On Marimba · Filharmonie Brno

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