Carnegie Hall presents The Knights: Courtin, Esmail, Dvořák
$75-$85
- Colin Jacobsen, violin
- Kathryn Mueller, soprano
- Christina Courtin, violin & voice
- Alex Sopp, flute & voice
- Eric Jacobsen, conductor
Reena Esmail — The History of Red (NY premiere)
Christina Courtin — rhapsody on being giant proof (world premiere)
Antonín Dvořák — Serenade for Strings in E major, Op. 22, B. 52
The Knights is a self-described "fellowship of adventurous musicians" known for transforming the orchestral concert experience. In this program led by Artistic Director and violinist Colin Jacobsen, the ensemble performs a time-tested masterpiece—Dvořák's ever-popular Serenade for Strings—alongside the New York premiere of Reena Esmail's The History of Red, a stirring work for chamber orchestra and soprano partly inspired by Barber's Knoxville: Summer of 1915. The program also highlights the extraordinary compositional talents of The Knights' own members, with a world premiere by violinist and vocalist Christina Courtin, and a piece written collaboratively by Courtin with flutist and vocalist Alex Sopp.
About The Knights
Flexible in size and repertory, The Knights are dedicated to transforming the orchestral experience and eliminating barriers between audience and music. Led by an open-minded spirit of camaraderie and collaboration, the ensemble seeks to engage with contemporary culture through vibrant performances that honor the classical tradition and our passion for musical discovery.
https://theknightsnyc.com/About Carnegie Hall
Carnegie Hall's mission is to present extraordinary music and musicians on the three stages of this legendary hall, to bring the transformative power of music to the widest possible audience, to provide visionary education programs, and to foster the future of music through the cultivation of new works, artists, and audiences.
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