Three works by J.S.Bach frame works by Pulitzer Prize winner Caroline Shaw, Norwegian fiddler Henning Kraggerud, and cellist Duncan Strachan of the Maxwell Quartet.
Program:
J.S. Bach: Three Part inventions for String Trio
Caroline Shaw: Plan and Elevation
J.S. Bach: Partita no.3 in E major for Violin
Duncan Strachan: Zarabanda for Cello
Henning Kraggerud: Variation Suite for Violin and Cello
J.S. Bach: Double Concerto for Two Violins
Musicians:
Violin: Kristin Lee, Colin Scobie, George Smith, Arnaud Sussmann, Daria T. Adams, Tiani Butts, Reuben Kebede
Viola: Dimitri Murrath, Elliot Perks, Rebecca Young, Aimee McAnulty
Cello: James Baik, David Requiro, Duncan Strachan, Pedro Sanchez
Bass: Scott Pingel
Celebrate the 28th season of Music in the Vineyards, the nationally-acclaimed chamber music festival held each summer in the Napa Valley. Each concert, set amidst a winery, barrel room, or wine cave venue, is hosted by Artistic Director Michael Adams whose irreverent introductions and program notes are a beloved feature. With breathtaking views of the Napa Valley and free wine at intermission, this unique combination of wine country ambiance and world class talent allows artists and audiences alike to experience chamber music in uniquely intimate settings, as it was intended to be performed.