Violinist

From pleasing to provocative, intellectual to insouciant, this program sheds light on the many facets of 20th-century Mexican and Argentinian classical compositions. Feel the passion and intensity of the tango in Piazzola’s renowned “Seasons”, juxtaposed with the exhilarating and profound string quartet “Música de Feria” by Revueltas. The program also features the graceful compositions of Manuel Ponce, offering a glimpse into the elegant charm of his musical creations. Works by 20th-century composers Alberto Ginastera (Argentina) and Mario Lavista (Mexico) top off an exciting and varied program.

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Mexico and Argentina

Hanna Boys Center

After a successful first collaboration last season, VMMF returns to the gorgeous patio of the La Luz Center in Sonoma for another Alfresco evening. Get together with two striking string quartets by early 20th Century Mexican composers Silvestre Revueltas and Miguel Bernal Jiménez. To close this concert, the vibrant and colorful sounds of local favorite and sibling trio Raiz del Real will bring the essence of Son Huasteco to life.

Alfresco 2

La Luz Center

Departmental Recitals showcase performance departments through its students. Featuring various students and repertoire, and curated by the faculty, performances in this recital highlight SFCM programs and the wide range of study. 

String and Piano Chamber Music Recital

Bowes Center

Please note: San Francisco will be hosting the Asian-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit this week. Street and highway closures will cause delays in transit into and out of the SFCM area. Please plan accordingly in attending our concerts this week, as we do hope to see you in the audience! For those of you who cannot make it to the concerts, SFCM will be livestreaming most concerts for the week.

Ava Gehlen-Williams

Violinist

Events

Past events

Jul 28, 2024

Mexico and Argentina · Valley of the Moon Music Festival

Jul 18, 2024

Alfresco 2 · Valley of the Moon Music Festival

Future and recently performed repertoire

Violin in String Quartet No. 3 by Mendelssohn

San Francisco Conservatory of Music

Violin in Partita No. 1 in B-flat major by Bach

San Francisco Conservatory of Music

Violin in Three Romances for Violin and Piano by Schumann

San Francisco Conservatory of Music

Violin in String Duo by Marcus

San Francisco Conservatory of Music

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