AUTOUR DU CHOPIN
LES PRINTEMPS SLAVES 2024
International Festival of Slavic Music and Culture
Matt Herskowitz, piano
Program
A selection of Chopin’s works arranged for string orchestra
Concerto No. 2 in F minor for piano and strings.
Arrangement Matt Herskowitz
Embark on a captivating journey through Chopin’s timeless masterpieces, seen through fresh perspectives and infused with unique twists, alongside the celebrated virtuoso pianist Matt Herskowitz and the talented musicians of Orchestre Nouvelle Génération.
At the outset, immerse yourself in an enchanting selection of Chopin’s piano works delicately transcribed for strings. Delve into the rich tapestry of colors and textures inherent to the strings, igniting the imagination as we contemplate the transformative possibilities had these compositions been originally crafted for this medium.
Experience the pinnacle of the evening with Matt Herskowitz’s masterful fusion of classical and jazz in his unique transcription of Chopin’s Concerto No. 2. Each note will leave you breathless, from the opening to the grand finale.
Autour de Chopin promises an unforgettable evening, an exploration not to be missed!
