Pianist Christopher O'Riley and cellist Matt Haimovitz join together to explore the lyrical and virtuosic properties of their instruments in a collaboration that crosses in and out of the classical and pop music genres.
The program showcases their talents as collaborators and soloists, defining what it means to be an artist in the 21st-century. Audiences will hear works of Bach and Gabrielli, Radiohead and Arcade Fire, Piazzolla and Stravinsky.
Christopher O'Riley is recognized as one of the leading American pianists of his generation, touring extensively as a recitalist and chamber musician and appearing with every major orchestra. He hosts the popular NPR music program From the Top and has released a set of highly regarded recordings of the music of Radiohead, Nick Drake and others. ORiley studied with Russell Sherman at the New England Conservatory of Music.
Matt Haimovitz made his debut at the age of 13 as a soloist with Zubin Mehta and the Isreal Philharmonic. By age 17, he made his first recording for Deutsche Grammophon with James Levine and the Chicago Symphony Orchestra. He has redefined what it means to be a classical musician today, bringing concerts of Bach, Golijov and others to clubs and coffee houses across the country while maintaining a busy schedule of international appearances.
Part of the Classical Series.
Tickets: $19/$29/$39 + fees and taxes. This show qualifies for IMPACT and eyeGo pricing.
