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Seattle Symphony Cellist Efe Baltacıgil Delights With Dvořák

Dana Wen — Tue, 01 Apr 2014 13:12:24 +0000

On March 27, Seattle Symphony principal cellist Efe Baltacıgil shone in Dvořák's Cello Concerto, part of a program that included two 20th century orchestral gems by Debussy and Varèse.

A Remarkable Young Quartet in Modigliani

Philippa Kiraly — Fri, 22 Nov 2013 23:00:23 +0000

The Emerson String Quartet came to mind more than once during the performance by the Modigliani Quartet at Meany Theater Tuesday night. It was not just that the ten-year-old French group of four close friends began as a quartet right after school (maybe in school), nor that within a year of forming it began to … Continue reading →

A Colorful Seattle Symphony Concert Showcases SSO Players

Philippa Kiraly — Sun, 23 Sep 2012 23:42:10 +0000

Berlioz’ Roman Carnival Overture and one of two Debussy Nocturnes: Fêtes (Festivals), made a fascinating juxtaposition of two French composers’ ideas on street celebrations. Berlioz’ Roman one is almost rambunctious in its exuberance, pulsing with life. Debussy’s street procession starts much lighter-textured but is equally exciting and joyous as you hear it coming closer and closer then fading into the distance.

Violinist Augustin Hadelich Delivers “Extraordinary Performance” at Seattle’s Chamber Music Festival

Philippa Kiraly — Sun, 15 Jul 2012 21:49:25 +0000

Hadelich announced this was a frivolous program, explaining that Stravinsky transcribed various works by Tchaikovsky to create a ballet, The Fairy’s Kiss, and in the process mischievously “Stravinskified” the Tchaikovsky.

What We’re Hearing This Month: Classical Music Picks for March

Dana Wen — Thu, 01 Mar 2012 00:04:09 +0000

March is upon us, but it's still blustery, rainy, and cold outside. Luckily, Seattle's got plenty of live classical music to keep you warm while we all hunker down and wait for spring to arrive.