Reimagining Classical at CUNY Graduate Center (Site)
Wednesday August 26, 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
$
Join Us for Reimagining Classical!
Dive into timeless tunes and newly composed gems at Reimagining Classical—where old meets bold vibes live!
Door opens at 6:30pm
Music starts at 7:30pm
Ready to experience classical music like never before? Reimagining Classical is an in-person event that’s all about new works and timeless tunes. Acclaimed musicians come together to showcase their newest releases, celebrating the limitless possibilities in the classical genre. Bring your friends, enjoy the atmosphere, and let’s celebrate the classics in a whole new light!
Music by Michael Stephen Brown, Paquito D’Rivera, Ellis Ludwig-Leone, Astor Piazzolla, Florence Price, Anton Rubinstein, Clara Schumann, including one world premiere by Ellis Ludwig-Leone!
Anton Rubinstein (1829–1894)
Piano Sonata No. 3 in F Major, Op. 41
I. Allegro risoluto e con fuoco
https://www.hanchenpiano.com/recordings/rubinstein-sonatas-3-and-4
Ellis Ludwig-Leone (1989–)
Quiet Hours (world premiere)
Han Chen, piano
Ellis Ludwig-Leone
Trois Allumettes (for M.H.)
https://www.ellisludwigleone.com
Michael Stephen Brown (1987–)
Twelve Blocks
Jerome Lowenthal, piano
Ursula Oppens, piano
https://michaelbrownmusic.com/twelve-blocks-album
Florence Price (1887–1953)
Adoration (arranged for clarinet and piano by Elaine Fine)
Paquito D’Rivera (1948–)
Bridgetower Reimagined (arrangement for clarinet and piano)
Jonathan Cohler, clarinet
Rasa Vitkauskaite, piano
https://bridgetowerproject.com
Clara Schumann (1819–1896)
Piano Trio in G Minor, Op. 17
III. Andante
Astor Piazzolla(1921–1992)
La Muerte del Ángel
Libertango
Anna Williams, violin
Mikhail Veselov, cello
Eri Nakamura, piano