Griegs Romantic Piano Concerto January 17, 2010

Stella Boyle Smith Masterworks SeriesGrieg's Romantic Piano ConcertoFusao Kajima, conductorValentina Lisitsa, pianoVilla-lobos Sinfonietta No. 1 Grieg Piano ConcertoDvok Symphony No. 8Though Griegs romantic concerto was written in a cold climate, its beautiful melding of virtuosity and lyricismand echoes of Norwegian folk musicwill not only melt your heart, but dazzle you, too. . . especially when its in the hands of our stunning soloist who has garnered raves around the world. Fusao Kajima and the ASO then present Dvoks beloved score, inspired by nature and overflowing with joyful melodies.To put it simply, Lisitsa is a gigantic talent. She has infallible fingers, imagination and a control of dynamicsfrom the softest to the loudest soundslittle short of electrifying." Baltimore Sun. The technique glitters like cut glass. Chicago Tribune.Cost: $35.00 through $58.00

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