Kathe's groupmuse on Mon, Oct 5

"Furiant and Flamenco" highlights the passionate folklore elements of Spain and Bohemia, fused within the classical forms and textures of Turina and Dvorak for piano, violin, and cello.

Turina’s work blends Andalusian folk elements with French impressionist styles, integrating fiery flamenco melodies with the smooth harmonies of Ravel and Debussy. “Circulo” consists of three miniatures depicting the gradual illumination of the textural landscape at dawn, the joyful dances of midday, and the calm embrace of twilight. Turina’s second piano trio likewise emphasizes colorful Spanish musical idioms within Classical structures, adorned by sweeping melodic lines.

Dvorak’s Dumky Trio is cast in six movements, each a heartfelt homage to the music of his homeland. Nostalgic longing and a specific Czech flavor of tranquility alternate with the “furiant” folk dance of the era, culminating in a bombastic display of virtuosity and passion.

The concert will be performed by Loewi Lin, cellist of the National Symphony Orchestra, Zino Bogheck, violinist of the National Opera Orchestra, and pianist Christopher Schmitt, founder of Classical Arts Society of Washington, and member of the "President's Own" White House Orchestra.

PROGRAM

Turina Circulo, Op 91
Amanecer (Dawn)
Mediodía (Midday)
Crepúsculo (Dusk)

Turina Trio No. 2, Op 76
Allegro moderato
Tema con variaciones: Scherzo
Finale: Rondo

Intermission

Dvorak "Dumky" Trio Op. 90
Lento maestoso — Allegro quasi doppio movimento
Poco Adagio — Vivace non troppo
Andante — Vivace non troppo
Andante moderato — Allegretto scherzando
Allegro — Meno mosso
Lento maestoso — Vivace