Daegu Concert House presents “Brahms’s Sculpture”: An Intimate exploration of the Composer’s World
The Daegu Concert House, in partnership with the Daegu Culture & Arts Promotion Agency, will host “Brahms’s sculpture” on September 25th at 7:30 PM in the Concert House chamber Hall. This performance is the inaugural event in the “Composer Highlights” series,designed to delve into the lives and musical works of classical masters.
This first installment focuses on Johannes Brahms, showcasing his artistry through a “lick concert” format – a blend of performance and insightful commentary. The program centers around works written for clarinet, cello, and piano, offering a focused exploration of Brahms’s musical world.
Audiences will experience a selection of Brahms’s compositions including Clarinet Sonata No. 2 in E-flat major, Cello Sonata No.1 in E-minor,four piano pieces,and movements from the Triple Concerto in A major for clarinet,cello,and piano. Beyond simply hearing the music, the performance aims to provide context, revealing the background and stories behind each piece, and illuminating the emotional depth within Brahms’s compositions.
Music columnist hwang Jang-won will provide commentary throughout the evening. Hwang has a distinguished background in music education and writing,including contributions to Seoul SPO Magazine and Naver’s ‘Classic Masterpiece Myeong-ju,’ and also previous roles with the Korea Wagner Association and the Daewon Cultural Foundation.
Performing Brahms’s works will be clarinetist Jung Hye-jin (a graduate of Keimyung University, Temple University, and the University of North Texas, and a frequent collaborator with regional orchestras), cellist Cho Hyun-ji (a graduate of the Franz Liszt University of Music, formerly a member of the Jenaer Philharmonie and JUNGE Deutsche Philharmonie, and a prize winner at the Beethoven International Music Competition, currently with the Gyeongsan Symphony Orchestra), and pianist Park Eun-young (a graduate of Keimyung University and musster National University of Music, with international performance experience including festivals in Germany and Norway, and currently a professional player at Gyeongbuk Art High School).
Daegu Concert House Director Park Chang-geun emphasizes the significance of this event, stating that Brahms’s music embodies the essence of German musical tradition, reflecting both human struggle and profound contemplation. He believes the combination of performance and commentary will offer audiences a deeper understanding and emotional connection to the composer’s work.
Tickets for ”Brahms’s Sculpture” are 10,000 won for all seats and are available through Daegu Concert House Nuri House and Interpark.
