Symphony of the Redwoods January Concert

Symphony of the Redwoods presents Musical Mavericks Concert

Conductor: Maestro Bryan Nies

Featured pianist: Amy Zanrosso

POULENC 
Sinfonietta 
   I. Allegro con fuoco
   II. Molto vivace 
   III. Andante cantabile
   IV. Finale

BEETHOVEN
Piano Concerto No.5 in E flat major, op. 73 “Emperor” 
    Allegro
    Adagio un poco mosso 
    Rondo: Allegro ma non troppo

Two masterpieces are featured in this concert by maverick composers. First, Poulenc’s Sinfonietta is a delightful and brilliant work of contrasts and beauty, with a musical language at once accessible yet uniquely Poulenc.

Beethoven’s “Emperor” concerto pushed the boundaries of the Classical concerto and influenced the style and form for centuries. This piece goes beyond the traditional feature of a soloist with orchestra accompaniment and becomes a musical statement of heroic achievement. Be sure to hear our conductor’s pre-concert lecture as he shares insights on how these works are truly maverick masterpieces.