Black Oak Ensemble

​Program:

​Aria from Goldberg Variations, BWV 988
Johann Sebastian Bach (1685–1750), arr. Dmitry Sitkovetsky

​Ganz kleine Nachtmusik, K. 648
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756-1791)
Martha’s Vineyard premiere

​Trio for violin, viola and cello
Gideon Klein (1919–1945)
I. Allegro
II. Lento
III. Molto Vivace

​INTERMISSION

​Making Hay
Errollyn Wallen (b. 1958)
Commissioned by Black Oak Ensemble
Northeast premiere

​Trio à cordes en forme de divertissement
Henri Tomasi (1901–1971)
I. Prélude
II. Nocturne
III. Final

​Trio pour violon, alto et violoncelle
Jean Cras (1879–1932)
I. Premier Mouvement
IV. Très Animé

​Praised for its “insightful, committed and masterful performances” (Classics Today 10/10) and “fierce eloquence” (London Times)The Black Oak Ensemble has established itself as one of the most innovative and exciting chamber ensembles on the international stage.

​Featuring:

​Desirée Ruhstrat, violin

​Aurélien Fort Pederzoli, viola

​David Cunliffe, cello