Robin Sutherland, piano and Carlos Ortega, clarinet join Stephen Harrison for spring Salon

Please note that we have changed the Spring Salon program.

Sunday, April 14, 2019 at 4 PM
Program includes performance, discussion and champagne reception.
Moderated by Dr. Derek Katz

Johannes Brahms – Trio in A minor op.114

Just as Brahms declared he was retiring from composing, he heard the clarinetist Richard Mühlfeld, “absolutely the best wind-instrument player” he had ever encountered. Inspired by the variety of colors his “dear nightingale” could produce Brahms composed the Op.114 Trio and the Op.115 Quintet almost simultaneously – he called them his “twins”. These were works written with the sounds of particular performers in his ear – Mühlfeld on the clarinet, Robert Haussman on the cello. Thus, each instrument is given wonderful and varied opportunities for limitless expression.

Our Salon takes place in the intimacy and comfort of a beautiful, historic home in Palo Alto. We discuss and demonstrate what fascinates us about a particular piece, taking those who attend deeper into the process. We invite you to experience music in a setting that eliminates the boundaries between artist and listener. Together with our “house guests” we share ideas about musical interpretation and inspiration over champagne and appetizers.

The address will be provided at time of ticket purchase.