Toast the 54th Newport Classical Music Festival with this intimate performance and elegant cocktail celebration at the historic Redwood Library & Athenæum! Clarinetist Anthony McGill is one of classical music’s most recognizable and brilliantly multifaceted figures. In addition to holding the Principal Clarinet chair at the New York Philharmonic, McGill enjoys an equally impressive international solo and chamber music career. During the special extended intermission reception, explore the Library while enjoying cocktails and an array of hors d’oeuvres.
PROGRAM:
AMANDA HARBERG Sonata for Clarinet and Piano
LUTOSLAWSKI Dance Preludes
COPLAND Clarinet Sonata
ADOLPHUS HAILSTORK The Blue Bag
WEBER Grand Duo Concertant for Clarinet and Piano
*Program subject to change. Full program notes available the week before the concert.