Emanuel Ax, piano

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Thursday, February 10, 2011, 8:00 pm
Bates Recital Hall
$36

Presented in partnership with the Butler School of Music

Texas Performing Arts welcomes back one of today’s pre-eminent classical pianists performing an all-Schubert program in the rich acoustics of the intimate Bates Recital Hall. Emanuel Ax’s repertoire ranges from Bach to the 20th Century, and his warmth and intelligence make him one of the most endearing and approachable musicians around. Described as a rare and marvelous artist and winner of numerous major awards, Ax receives raves for his poetic temperament and unsurpassed virtuosity.

“…playing of rare intelligence, intimacy and a quiet, steady grace.” NEW YORK TIMES

PROGRAM

F. SCHUBERT
Impromptus Op. 142, D.935
No. 1 in F minor: Allegro moderato
No. 2 in A flat major: Allegretto
No. 3 in B flat major: Thema: Andante
No. 4 in F minor: Allegro scherzando

Sonata, No.13 in A, Op. posth. 120 (D.664)
Allegro moderato
Andante
Allegro

INTERMISSION

Sonata in B flat major, D.960
Molto moderato
Andante sostenuto
Scherzo: Allegro vivace con delicatezza
Allegro ma non troppo