EVOLUTION SERIES: THE VIOLIN

The Evolution Series returns this season, focusing on one of music’s most celebrated instruments: the violin. Remarkably, the violin has retained its fundamental form since its earliest development. Instead, composers and performers have continually expanded its possibilities, driving innovation through new techniques and fresh modes of expression. Guided by violinist and lecturer Aaron Boyd, the evening traces four centuries of development, revealing how early breakthroughs continue to shape and challenge its musical language today.

Program

Pietro Locatelli Caprice in D Major “Labyrinth” (1733)

J.S. Bach Adagio and Fugue from Sonata No. 3 for Solo Violin in C Major BWV 1005

Carlo Farina Capriccio stravagante (1627)

Niccolo Paganini Selections from 24 Caprices for Solo Violin (1802-1817)

John Cage Selections from Freeman Etudes for Solo Violin (1977-1990)

Eugène Ysaÿe Sonata for Solo Violin, Op. 27, No. 2, “Jacques Thibaud” (1923)

Ludwig Wilhelm Maurer Concertante for Four Violins, Op. 55 (c.1831)

Artists

Aaron Boyd, co-curator, violin & viola • Kristin Lee, Sean Lee, Tianyou Ma, violin • Hana Cohon, cello • Jennifer Godfrey, double bass • Oksana Ejokina, piano & harpsichord

What to Expect

6:30pm | Lobby Opens

7:00pm | Pre-Concert Chat

7:30pm | Performance (two hours with intermission)

Complimentary snacks available. Drinks available for purchase.