Celebrated for his “radiant sound and high-powered virtuosity” (Los Angeles Times), violinist Blake Pouliot brings his expressive and assured style to Newport Classical. Joining Pouliot, and making a welcome return to Newport Classical, is acclaimed pianist Henry Kramer, praised by The New York Times for his “astonishingly confident technique.” Together, they deliver a Romantic program featuring Schumann’s stormy Violin Sonata No. 1, Dvořák’s spirited Zigeunerlieder, and the sweeping drama of Chausson’s Poème, promising an evening of captivating contrasts.
PROGRAM
SCHUMANN Violin Sonata No. 1 in A minor, Op. 105
DVOŘÁK Zigeneurlieder Op. 55
(arr. Blake Pouliot)
FAURÉ Song Selections Op. 7 No, 1-3 & Op. 23 No. 1-3
(arr. Blake Pouliot)
CHAUSSON Poème, Op. 25
HUBAY CARMEN Fantasie Brillante for Violin and Piano
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Complimentary wine, generously provided by Gold’s Wine and Spirits, will be served during intermission.
