Living Programme Notes: Postcards From Vienna (on-demand)
$86.64 ($13.33 Freelance Artist, $6.66 Student)
Arnold Schoenberg — Sechs kleine Klavierstücke ("Six Little Piano Pieces"), Op. 19
Franz Joseph Haydn — Piano Sonata No. 59 in E-flat major, Hob. XVI:49, L. 59
Johannes Brahms — Intermezzo Op. 117 No. 1
Lotte Betts-Dean, mezzo-soprano
George X. Fu, piano
Postcards From Vienna is like going to four private recitals in four days, all with your very own expert guide, and then coming together (virtually) to talk about it and ask questions.
Each day for four days, you will receive exclusive access to one 30-minute episode or 'postcard' to watch at a time that suits you. Each episode starts with a talk by British conductor Jonathan Berman, who is known for his jargon-free and cross-artform approach to sharing complex ideas with all audiences. He draws on examples in visual art and sculpture and points out musical details you might not have noticed before. Together, you'll discover nuances that bring the music to life. If you don't have any artistic or musical training, don't worry! It's not needed.
To close, you'll be treated to a recital of the music, up close and in high definition film and sound. The performers are American pianist George Fu and Australian mezzo-soprano Lotte Betts-Dean.
In addition to the 4 episodes, you will be able to book a one-hour live video discussion with Jonathan Berman, the presenter of the series. Jonathan Berman will be the host, and you'll join with the other people taking part in this series. Ask questions, share your observations, or make a request. It's up to you!
The programme for each episode ('postcard') is:
1. Johannes Brahms – Intermezzo Op. 117 No. 1
2. Gustav Mahler – "IV. Um Mitternacht ("At Midnight")" from Rückert-Lieder
3. Franz Joseph Haydn – "I. Allegro" from Piano Sonata No. 59 in E-flat major, Hob. XVI/49, L. 59
4. Arnold Schoenberg – Six Little Piano Pieces, Op. 19
One ticket will get you access to all 4 episodes of Postcards From Vienna, plus the optional video discussion with the presenter of the programme, Jonathan Berman.
Your ticket purchases directly support the artists, all of whom are paid by Greengage for their work.