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The World of the Expanded Clarinet
In a long-awaited return, the renowned clarinetist Charles Neidich brings the first concert of the WA Series’ new season to the Tenri Cultural Institute (43a W 13th Street, New York, NY 10011) on Friday evening, 8 p.m., March 1, 2024. Mr. Neidich will be joined by his partner, clarinetist Ayako Oshima, bass clarinetist Michael Lowenstern, and pianist Mohamed Shams, who present works by Nadia Boulanger, Yayoi Kitazume, Edison Denisov, Ernest Chausson, as well as compositions by Mr. Lowenstern, and Mr. Neidich. Entitled “The World of the Expanded Clarinet,” the full program follows:
Nadia Boulanger (1887-1979) - Trois Pièces 1911 (organ), 1914 (cello, piano) (transcribed for clarinet, Charles Neidich)
Yayoi Kitazume (b. 1945) - “揺れ動くバランス” (Teetering Balance) (2017)
Edison Denisov (1929-1996) - Sonata for solo clarinet (1972)
Charles Neidich (b. 1953) - Why? (2020) {in person world premiere}
Ernest Chausson (1855-1899) - Andante et Allegro (1881)
~ Intermission ~
Michael Lowenstern (b. 1968) - Surprise
César Franck (1822-1890) - Sonata for violin and piano in A Major (1886) (transcribed for clarinet, Charles Neidich)
Named after the Japanese word “wa”—meaning circle, but also harmony and completeness—each concert offers wine and snacks. These programs, conceived by Mr. Neidich and his wife and fellow clarinetist Ayako Oshima, are intended to bring lesser-known composers, and works to the attention of the international music community, synthesizing Mr. Neidich’s lifetime of musical knowledge, exploration, and thoughtful reflection. The Wa Concert Series has attracted a diverse crowd of music lovers, students, and musicians of all ages. The main draw continues to be the richly variegated programming and superb soloists.
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Tickets: https://go.evvnt.com/2252970-0
