Chamber Music Live: ensemble132

Program: http://qcpages.qc.cuny.edu/music/programs/sp2022/2022-02-28%20-%20CML%20ensemble132.pdf

Chamber Music Live: ensemble132
Sam Hong, Piano • Maria Ioudenitch, Violin • Luther Warren, Viola • Zachary Mowitz, Cello

LeFrak Concert Hall, Queens College
Monday, February 28, 2022 at 12:15 PM

Program

Robert Schumann (1810-1856)
“Carnaval,” op. 9 (arr. Sahun Hong for Piano Quartet)
1. Préambule
2. Pierrot
3. Arlequin
4. Valse noble 5. Eusebius
6. Florestan
7. Coquette
8. Replique Sphinxes
9. Papillons
10. A.S.C.H. – S.C.H.A. (Lettres Dansantes)
11. Chiarina
12. Chopin
13. Estrella
14. Reconnaissance
15.Pantalon et Colombine
16 – 17. Valse allemande – Paganini
18. Aveu
19. Promenade
20. Pause
21. Marche des “Davidsbündler” contre les Philistins

Johannes Brahms (1833-1879)
Piano Quartet in C Minor, Op. 60 Allegro non troppo
Scherzo
Andante
Finale: Allegro comodo

ensemble132 is a roster-based chamber music collective with innovative programming centered around new arrangements of existing masterworks. Each concert presents a different set of artists in novel reimaginings of classic repertoire, from symphonies to sonatas, through the ensemble’s intimate, collaborative voice. Renowned musicians have praised ensemble132’s forward- thinking arrangements as “absolutely terrific . . . a delight [which] succeeds in opening up the sound of the piece in meaningful ways...” (Robert McDonald), “truly fantastic” (Gary Louie), and “a fresh approach to music that is second to none” (Herbert Greenberg). Alongside traditional concerts, ensemble132 presents interactive performances with real-time demonstrations of the arranging process. The group becomes a living instrument, realizing the audience’s musical voice and creating a proactive listening experience. ensemble132’s versatile structure has promoted extraordinary agility during the COVID-19 pandemic. Highlights include a live-streamed benefit concert for the Boston Relief Fund, a digital premiere of Robert Schumann’s Carnaval arranged for the group, and a streamed Groupmuse series with home concerts featuring roster artists.