July 19: Heifetz Institute - Celebrity Series V & Heifetz Happy Hour
Experience the world-renowned artistry of the virtuosic Heifetz Institute faculty members in these carefully conceived programs showcasing top performers in the concert music world.
July 19: Wolf Trap - La bohème with Wolf Trap Opera and the National Symphony Orchestra
Considered one of the world’s most popular operas, Puccini’s romantic depiction of Parisian bohemians captivates audiences. Soaring arias and glorious melodies collide with harsh realities. Wolf Trap Opera’s bright cast will embody the relatable and endearing characters in this heart-wrenching tale, leaving no one unmoved.
July 20: Garth Newel Music Center - Fellows And Faculty
5pm concert followed by optional dinner
String Quartet in F major, Op. 135 – Ludwig van Beethoven (1770-1827)
Allegretto
Vivace
Lento assai e cantante tranquillo
Grave, ma non troppo tratto–Allegro “Der schwer gefasste Entschluss”
Ella Golden, violin
Aubrey Williams, violin
David Lawrence, viola
Isaac Melamed, cello
Septet for piano trio and string quartet – Ellen Taafe Zwilich (b. 1939)
Introductions
Quasi una passacaglia
Games
Au revoir
String Quartet:
Jessica Tovey, violin
Lucy Nemeth, violin
Hudson Maness, viola
Ellamay Mantie, cello
Piano Trio:
Teresa Ling, violin
Lindsay McKenna, cello
Jeannette Fang, piano
Intermission
Piano Quartet No. 3 in C minor, Op. 60 – Johannes Brahms (1833-1897)
Allegro non troppo
Scherzo: Allegro
Andante
Allegro commodo
Amelia Cannavo, violin
Fitz Gary, viola
Monica Grady, cello
Ashley Lee, piano
M E N U
Potato Cake with Creamed French Horn Mushrooms, Microgreens and White Truffle Oil Frisee
Green Leaf, Red Leaf, Pomegranate, Apple Slices, Pumpkin Seeds, Blue Cheese and Mustard Peach Vinaigrette
Herb and Pistachio Crusted Lamb Loin with Parsnip Purée, Sherry Sautéed Spinach, Crispy Kale, Red Onion
Mint Gremolata and Port Cranberry Reduction Coffee, Creme Caramel, Shaved Chocolate, Vanilla and Chocolate Ice Cream and Fresh Blueberries
July 20: Wintergreen Music Festival - Joy, Dance & Drama – Beethoven’s 7th & More
Guest conductor Louis Lohraseb makes his Wintergreen debut leading the Wintergreen Festival Orchestra in Beethoven’s fiery, moody, and epic Symphony No. 7 from the mountaintop. Naturally, we’ve paired the symphony with music of Atlanta native Carlos Simon, whose piece Fate Now Conquers was inspired by a journal entry from Beethoven’s notebook and is representative of the “unpredictable ways of fate.” And don’t miss the captivating rhythms of Shostakovich’s first cello concerto, performed by Wintergreen’s own David Bjella – you will almost certainly be dancing from your seat!
July 21: Garth Newel Music Center - Garth Newel Piano Quartet
3pm concert followed by optional buffet lunch
Piano Quartet (World Premiere) – Roberto Sansuini (b.1966)
(winner of the 2024 Garth Newel International Composition Competition, recipient of the Glorvina and Richard Lynn New Music Prize)
intermission
Piano Quartet No. 2 in B-flat major, Op. 41 – Camille Saint-Saëns (1835-1921)
Allegretto
Andante maestoso ma con moto
Poco allegro piu tosto moderato
Allegro
Garth Newel Piano Quartet
M E N U
Sesame Salmon on Bok Choy with Peanut Cilantro Sauce
Tofu Vegetable Stir Fry with Sweet and Sour Szechuan Sauce
Various Sides, Salads and Desserts
July 21: Wintergreen Music Festival - Joy, Dance & Drama – Beethoven’s 7th & More
Guest conductor Louis Lohraseb makes his Wintergreen debut leading the Wintergreen Festival Orchestra in Beethoven’s fiery, moody, and epic Symphony No. 7 from the mountaintop. Naturally, we’ve paired the symphony with music of Atlanta native Carlos Simon, whose piece Fate Now Conquers was inspired by a journal entry from Beethoven’s notebook and is representative of the “unpredictable ways of fate.” And don’t miss the captivating rhythms of Shostakovich’s first cello concerto, performed by Wintergreen’s own David Bjella – you will almost certainly be dancing from your seat!
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