Seasons: 2022 Cliburn Concerts

JENNIFER KOH, violin + VIJAY IYER, piano and composer

“She is a tireless champion of new music, but is also a nimble enough artist to hop among repertory staples and world premieres with stunning ease.” – The New York Times

 “There’s probably no frame wide enough to encompass the creative output of the pianist Vijay Iyer.” – The New York Times

PROGRAM

BACH Sonata for Unaccompanied Violin No. 2 in A Minor, BWV 1003

SELECTIONS FROM ALONE TOGETHER

IYER Selections to be announced from the stage

IYER The Diamond
A Dream
A Phantom
A Drop of Dew
A Flash of Lightning

 ABOUT JENNIFER KOH, violin + VIJAY IYER, piano and composer

Recognized for intense, commanding performances, delivered with dazzling virtuosity and technical assurance, violinist Jennifer Koh is a forward-thinking artist dedicated to exploring a broad and eclectic repertoire, while promoting diversity and inclusivity in classical music. She was named 2016 Musical America Instrumentalist of the Year, won top prizes at the Tchaikovsky Competition and Concert Artist Guild Competition, and received an Avery Fisher Career Grant. She has expanded the contemporary violin repertoire through a wide range of commissioning projects and has premiered more than 70 works written especially for her.

In spring 2018, she launched Limitless, a project celebrating the collaborative relationship between composer and performer; duo commissions are played by Koh and the composers themselves. Her partner for this special Cliburn debut is leading-edge composer-pianist Vijay Iyer, whose 22 remarkably diverse recordings have earned him top-album accolades from the likes of The New York Times, Los Angeles Times, Chicago Tribune, Rolling Stone, and NPR; ECHO Klassik Awards; and a Grammy nomination, among other honors.

GENERAL CONCERT INFORMATION

Patrons must be 8 years of age or older to attend Cliburn Concerts.

For questions about ticketing please contact the Bass Hall Box Office at 817.212.4280.

The on-site will call and box office will open in the Modern Art Museum lobby one hour prior to concert time.

For information on parking, please visit https://www.themodern.org/visit/map-and-directions

Photography and recording are strictly prohibited.

GEORGE LI, piano

“A bracing, fearless account…Mr. Li’s playing combined youthful abandon with utter command.” — The New York Times

ABOUT GEORGE LI

As a child prodigy, American pianist George Li made his recital debut in Boston’s Steinway Hall and, in 2011, performed for President Obama in an evening honoring German Chancellor Angela Merkel. He has since emerged as a formidable pianist, rapidly establishing a major international career across three continents . He was a recipient of the 2016 Avery Fisher Career Grant, 2012 Gilmore Young Artist Award, and 2010 Young Concert Artists first prize, the pianist returns to Fort Worth after his lauded Bass Hall Cliburn Concerts appearance in January 2020.

GENERAL CONCERT INFORMATION

Patrons must be 8 years of age or older to attend Cliburn Concerts

For questions about ticketing please contact the Bass Hall Box Office at 817.212.4280.

Photography and recording are strictly prohibited.

 

GEORGE LI, piano

“A bracing, fearless account…Mr. Li’s playing combined youthful abandon with utter command.” — The New York Times

PROGRAM

SCHUMANN Arabeske in C Major, op. 18

SCHUMANN Fantasie in C Major, op. 17

INTERMISSION

QIGANG CHEN Instants d’un opéra de Pékin

LISZT Sonata in B Minor

ABOUT GEORGE LI

As a child prodigy, American pianist George Li made his recital debut in Boston’s Steinway Hall and, in 2011, performed for President Obama in an evening honoring German Chancellor Angela Merkel. He has since emerged as a formidable pianist, rapidly establishing a major international career across three continents . He was a recipient of the 2016 Avery Fisher Career Grant, 2012 Gilmore Young Artist Award, and 2010 Young Concert Artists first prize, the pianist returns to Fort Worth after his lauded Bass Hall Cliburn Concerts appearance in January 2020. Catch him this spring in a traditional recital at the Kimbell, or at the Post for a shorter, more casual concert.

GENERAL CONCERT INFORMATION

Patrons must be 8 years of age or older to attend Cliburn Concerts.

For questions about ticketing please contact the Bass Hall Box Office at 817.212.4280.

The on-site will call and box office will open in the Renzo Piano Pavilion lobby one hour prior to concert time.

For information on parking, please visit kimbellart.org

Photography and recording are strictly prohibited.

Masks are required while inside the auditorium.

The Cliburn cannot prevent you from becoming exposed to, contracting, or spreading COVID-19 at its events.
By attending any event, you accept the risk of being exposed to, contracting, and/or spreading COVID-19.
By attending any event, you agree to notify the Cliburn if you become aware of actual or potential exposure of COVID-19 to other attendees, and the Cliburn may notify attendees of such exposure.

 

CANCELED: SWEET STILLNESS

CANCELED

Due to inclement weather this performance has been canceled. If you already purchased tickets for this concert, please fill out this form: https://cliburn.org/sweet-stillness-ticket-buyer-form/

 

ABOUT KARIM SULAYMAN, tenor  I  DANBI UM, violin  I  JUHO POHJONEN, piano

Tenor Karim Sulayman, whose “lucid, velvety tenor and pop-star charisma” (BBC Music Magazine) led to his first Grammy® win in 2019, joins forces with violinist Danbi Um and pianist Juho Pohjonen. Rising star Um was declared “utterly dazzling… [playing with] mesmerizing grace,” while Pohjonen has been hailed as “positively electrifying, the ideal blend of poise and passion” (Plain Dealer). Together, the extraordinary trio—who rarely performs together—will present two evenings of romantic songs and chamber works. Choose between a full recital program at the Kimbell and a more casual experience at the Post.

GENERAL CONCERT INFORMATION

Patrons must be 8 years of age or older to attend Cliburn Concerts

For questions about ticketing please contact the Bass Hall Box Office at 817.212.4280.

Photography and recording are strictly prohibited.

 

Canceled: Sweet Stillness

CANCELED

Due to inclement weather this performance has been canceled. If you already purchased tickets for this concert, please fill out this form: https://cliburn.org/sweet-stillness-ticket-buyer-form/

PROGRAM

HANDEL “Süße Stille, sanfte Quelle,” HWV 205

RAMEAU Selection from Suite in A Minor, RCT 5

RAVEL Tzigane

MASSENET Élégie

VAUGHAN WILLIAMS “Silent Noon” from The House of Life “How Cold the Wind Doth Blow”

INTERMISSION

SCHUBERT “Ständchen” from Schwanengesang, D. 957 Im Abendrot, D. 799 Die Forelle, D. 550 An den Mond, D. 193 An die Laute, D. 905

KREISLER Viennese Rhapsodic Fantasietta

STRAUSS “Morgen!,” op. 27, no. 4

HARBURG & DUKE “April in Paris”

PORTER “I Love Paris”

PIAF & LOUIGUY “La Vie en rose”

ABOUT KARIM SULAYMAN, tenor  I  DANBI UM, violin  I  JUHO POHJONEN, piano

Tenor Karim Sulayman, whose “lucid, velvety tenor and pop-star charisma” (BBC Music Magazine) led to his first Grammy® win in 2019, joins forces with violinist Danbi Um and pianist Juho Pohjonen. Rising star Um was declared “utterly dazzling… [playing with] mesmerizing grace,” while Pohjonen has been hailed as “positively electrifying, the ideal blend of poise and passion” (Plain Dealer). Together, the extraordinary trio—who rarely performs together—will present two evenings of romantic songs and chamber works. Choose between a full recital program at the Kimbell and a more casual experience at the Post.

GENERAL CONCERT INFORMATION

Patrons must be 8 years of age or older to attend Cliburn Concerts.

For questions about ticketing please contact the Bass Hall Box Office at 817.212.4280.

The on-site will call and box office will open in the Renzo Piano Pavilion lobby one hour prior to concert time.

For information on parking, please visit kimbellart.org

Photography and recording are strictly prohibited.

Junction Trio

“Watching the trio perform, one really couldn’t tell who was happier to be there — the rapt audience or the musicians, who threw themselves into repertoire they clearly love…. These three are onto something special.” — The Boston Globe

PROGRAM

TAO Eventide

BEETHOVEN Piano Trio in D Major, op. 70, no. 1 (“Ghost”) (II)

ZORN Ghosts

SCHUMANN Piano Trio No. 1 in D Minor, op. 63

ABOUT Junction Trio

Three visionary next-generation artists combine talents in this eclectic new ensemble. Violinist Stefan Jackiw has been recognized for musicianship that combines poetry and purity with an impeccable technique. Pianist Conrad Tao, who appears worldwide as a pianist and composer—including two previous Cliburn Concerts appearances—has been dubbed a musician of “probing intellect and open-hearted vision” by The New York Times. Approaching both old and new works with the same curiosity and emotional commitment, cellist Jay Campbell has been called “electrifying” by The New York Times. Recent concerts of the trio have included performances at Washington Performing Arts, Portland Ovations, and the Royal Conservatory in Toronto—and now they come to our exciting, new intimate venue, Tulips, on the Near Southside.

GENERAL CONCERT INFORMATION

Patrons must be 8 years of age or older to attend Cliburn Concerts

For questions about ticketing please contact the Bass Hall Box Office at 817.212.4280.

Photography and recording are strictly prohibited.

Yekwon Sunwoo, 2017 CLIBURN GOLD MEDALIST

“a pianist who commands a comprehensive technical arsenal that allows him to thunder without breaking a sweat” – Chicago Tribune

In this concert, Yekwon takes part in a performance and conversation, moderated by Buddy Bray, with insights on his life since his 2017 win, as well as plenty of wonderful music.

On Friday, he’ll join us at the Post, where you can enjoy a cocktail and signature food dishes during this casual concert, complete with comments and introductions from the artist. For details on Friday’s concert check here.

PROGRAM

RESPIGHI Six Pieces for Piano
Valse caressante
Canone
Notturno
Minuetto
Studio
Intermezzo–Serenata

STRAUSS Sonata in B Minor, op. 5

STRAUSS-GRAINGER Ramble on the Last Love-Due from Der Rosenkavalier

STRAUSS–REGER Morgen

ABOUT YEKWON SUNWOO, 2017 CLIBURN GOLD MEDALIST

He has wowed audiences across North America, Europe, and Asia; has graced the cover of Forbes Korea as one of 40 power leaders; was declared “one to watch” by International Piano magazine; and was featured in the Korean reality show “Stranger.” After too long, our current gold medalist will at last return to Fort Worth this January, with two very different opportunities to hear him play and speak. On Friday night, he’ll join us at the Post, where you can enjoy a cocktail and signature food dishes during this casual concert, complete with comments and introductions from the artist. Then, on Saturday afternoon, Yekwon takes part in a concert and conversation, moderated by Buddy Bray, with insights on his life since his 2017 win, as well as plenty of wonderful music.

GENERAL CONCERT INFORMATION

Patrons must be 8 years of age or older to attend Cliburn Concerts.

For questions about ticketing please contact the Bass Hall Box Office at 817.212.4280.

The on-site will call and box office will open in the Modern Art Museum lobby one hour prior to concert time.

For information on parking, please visit https://www.themodern.org/visit/map-and-directions

Photography and recording are strictly prohibited.

Yekwon Sunwoo, 2017 CLIBURN GOLD MEDALIST

“a pianist who commands a comprehensive technical arsenal that allows him to thunder without breaking a sweat” – Chicago Tribune

 

In this concert, he’ll join us at the Post, where you can enjoy a cocktail and signature food dishes during this casual concert, complete with comments and introductions from the artist. Due to expected cold weather, this concert will take place in The Post at River East’s inside space, The Trinity Room.

On Saturday afternoon, Yekwon takes part in a concert and conversation, moderated by Buddy Bray, with insights on his life since his 2017 win, as well as plenty of wonderful music. For details on Saturday’s concert check here.

*Four tickets bought together will automatically be seated together at a table of four; all others will be seated at tables of four with other patrons.*

PROGRAM

MOZART Rondo in A Minor, K. 511

BRAHMS Three Intermezzi, op. 117
Andante moderato
Andante non troppo e con molto espressione
Andante con moto

CHOPIN Barcarolle in F-sharp Major, op. 60

CHOPIN Scherzo No. 2 in B-flat Minor, op. 31

DEBUSSY L’isle joyeuse

ABOUT YEKWON SUNWOO, 2017 CLIBURN GOLD MEDALIST

He has wowed audiences across North America, Europe, and Asia; has graced the cover of Forbes Korea as one of 40 power leaders; was declared “one to watch” by International Piano magazine; and was featured in the Korean reality show “Stranger.” After too long, our current gold medalist will at last return to Fort Worth this January, with two very different opportunities to hear him play and speak. On Friday night, he’ll join us at the Post, where you can enjoy a cocktail and signature food dishes during this casual concert, complete with comments and introductions from the artist. Then, on Saturday afternoon, Yekwon takes part in a concert and conversation, moderated by Buddy Bray, with insights on his life since his 2017 win, as well as plenty of wonderful music.

GENERAL CONCERT INFORMATION

Patrons must be 21 years of age or older to attend concerts at The Post at River East.

For questions about ticketing please contact the Bass Hall Box Office at 817.212.4280.

Photography and recording are strictly prohibited.