

The artistic evolution of Ludwig van Beethoven changed the course of music, and nowhere is that stunning transformation experienced better than in this all-Beethoven program. From this program, one can sense the tremendous vitality that would propel him to stardom within a decade. Beethoven’s hand also broadened the possibilities of both the sonata for violin and piano, and the piano trio, here illustrated by his last and greatest example, the “Archduke.”
Ludwig van Beethoven: Trio in D major for Violin, Viola, and Cello, Op. 9, No. 2 (1797-98)
Ludwig van Beethoven: Sonata in E-flat major for Violin and Piano, Op. 12, No. 3 (1797–98)
Ludwig van Beethoven: Trio in B-flat major for Piano, Violin, and Cello, Op. 97, "Archduke" (1810-11)

The Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center celebrate wind concertos as part of their Baroque Festival.
Kristin Lee and Michael Stephen Brown perform American chamber music.
Emerald City Music's Evolution Series returns this season, focusing on one of music's most celebrated instruments: the violin.