Bohuslav Martinů (1890–1959): Nonet
for wind quintet, violin, viola, cello, and double bass
(approx. 15 minutes)
Caroline Shaw (b. 1982): Entr’acte
for string ensemble
(approx. 13 minutes)
Benjamin Britten (1913–1976): Sinfonietta, Op. 1
for wind quintet and strings
(approx. 16 minutes)
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756–1791): Symphony No. 29 in A Major, K. 201
for 2 oboes, 2 horns, and strings
(approx. 25 minutes)
Guest conductor Kenneth Bean — a rising star known for his engaging presence and musical sensitivity — leads this chamber orchestra program celebrating the interplay of winds and strings.
From the elegance of Mozart and the inventive textures of Caroline Shaw to Britten’s bold Sinfonietta, each work showcases the ensemble’s distinct voices, culminating in Martinů’s vibrant Nonet, a joyful dialogue of instrumental color.
