Seattle Symphony: Vivaldi & Telemann

Antonio Vivaldi — Mandolin Concerto in C major
Antonio Vivaldi — Mandolin Concerto in D major
Georg Philipp Telemann — Trumpet Concerto in D major TWV 51:D7
Johann Sebastian Bach — Keyboard Concerto No. 4 in A major, BWV 1055
Leopold Koželuch — Sinfonia Concertante in E-flat major

Avi Avital, mandolin/leader
Jordan Anderson, bass
David Gordon, trumpet
Jessica Choe, piano
Pablo Rus Broseta, conductor

Antonio Vivaldi – Mandolin Concerto in D major
Georg Philipp Telemann – Trumpet Concerto in D major, TWV 51:D7
Johann Sebastian Bach – Harpsichord Concerto No. 4 in A major, BWV 1055
Antonio Vivaldi – Mandolin Concerto in C major
Leopold Koželuch – Sinfonia Concertante in E-flat major

Israel’s Avi Avital is leading a glorious revival of the mandolin in classical music, fueled by his “deep musicality” and “eye-watering virtuosity” (The New York Times). Playing music from the instrument’s first heyday in the 18th century, Avital’s rapid-fire plucks and sensuous strums leave no doubt as to why Vivaldi and others in his wake were attracted to this small but mighty instrument with a penetrating tone. The mandolin plays particularly well with others, a strength exploited in the fascinating Sinfonia Concertante by Leopold Koželuch, Mozart’s peer and rival in Vienna. This group showcase for trumpet, mandolin, piano, and bass explores the folksy charms and elegant strides of four unlikely partners.

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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.

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