Sibelius and Shostakovich
Andrew Constantine, conductor
Paul Huang, violin
Gustav Holst's Japanese Suite, Op. 33 will transport you to the enchanting landscapes of Japan, with its evocative melodies and exquisite orchestration. The evening reaches its pinnacle with the renowned violin virtuoso Paul Huang, returning to Fort Wayne to once again enchant audiences with Sibelius' Violin Concerto in D minor, Op. 47, showcasing both technical brilliance and emotional depth. Finally, the evening concludes with Shostakovich's powerful Symphony No. 10 in E minor, Op. 93, a dynamic work that captures the tumultuous spirit of its time.
PROGRAM
Recipient of the prestigious 2015 Avery Fisher Career Grant and the 2017 Lincoln Center Award for Emerging Artists, violinist Paul Huang is considered to be one of the most distinctive artists of his generation. The Washington Post remarked that Mr. Huang "possesses a big, luscious tone, spot-on intonation and a technique that makes the most punishing string phrases feel as natural as breathing," and further proclaimed him as "an artist with the goods for a significant career" following his recital debut at the Kennedy Center. Learn more here.