Seattle Symphony: Brahms Concerto Festival 2

Tessa Lark, violin
Jay Campbell, cello
Yury Favorin, piano
Pablo Rus Broseta, conductor

Johannes Brahms – Double Concerto in A minor, Op. 102
Johannes Brahms – Piano Concerto No. 2 in B-flat major, Op. 19

Brahms speaks to us in a timeless and universal language, delivered through compositions that balance the rigors of precise craft with the freedom of soaring emotions. His complete concertos provide a revealing view of this complete artist, beginning with the breakthrough First Piano Concerto inspired by his beloved Clara Schumann, and stretching to Brahms’ final orchestral score, the Double Concerto written for his longtime friend, violinist Joseph Joachim (who also inspired the luxurious Violin Concerto by Brahms). The understated and elegant virtuosity of Brahms himself shines through in the Second Piano Concerto, his own calling card at the keyboard. The power of Brahms resonates in every corner of the world, as demonstrated by this all-star lineup of international soloists representing Canada, China, Japan, Russia, South Korea, and the United States.

About Seattle Symphony

Recognized as one of the “most vital American orchestras” (NPR), the Seattle Symphony is internationally acclaimed for its inventive programming, community-minded initiatives, and superb recordings on the Seattle Symphony Media label. With a strong commitment to new music and a legacy of over 150 recordings, the orchestra has garnered five Grammy Awards, 26 Grammy nominations, and two Emmy Awards, and was named Gramophone’s 2018 Orchestra of the Year. The Symphony performs in Benaroya Hall in the heart of downtown Seattle.