Cello @ Sunset: From Bach to West Side Story @ Central Park
$5 to reserve, $20+ at event
- Elad Kabilio, cello
Philip Glass — Songs and Poems for Solo Cello (selected Songs)
Leonard Bernstein — "Somewhere" from West Side Story
Join MusicTalks for a sunset concert featuring music for cello solo by Bach and American composers. Discover the beauty of Bach's beloved First Suite for Cello Solo in G major with acclaimed cellist Elad Kabilio. Elad will share the stories behind Bach's music and illustrate connections to American music by Philip Glass.
The program will culminate with a special rendition of "Somewhere" from West Side Story by Leonard Bernstein.
Audience members are welcome to bring blankets or lawn chairs for their comfort, as well as snacks and beverages.
Family, pet, and date night friendly.
Location:
Near West 63rd street and Central Park – registered guest will receive a message on groupmuse Three hours prior to the concert with the exact location and instructions
In case of Rain the concert will move to a nearby indoor venue.
About Groupmuse
Groupmuse is a worker- and musician-owned cooperative seeking to uplift artists and strengthen broader community bonds through live, intimate performances of historically-rooted music.
https://www.groupmuse.comAbout Elad Kabilio, cello
Praised by "The New York Times" for his playing "vibrantly", "full of texture and nuance", and with "marvelous imagination", Israeli cellist Elad Kabilio is an active soloist, chamber musician and teaching artist. Among his recent performances are Weill Hall at Carnegie Hall, Alice Tully Hall, the Morgan Library, and the Joyce Theater in New York City. He has also performed at the Aspen Music Festival, Young Artist Festival in Bayreuth, Germany and was featured on WQXR Radio. Mr. Kabilio collaborates frequently with dancers from top ballet companies such as New York City Ballet and the American Ballet Theater, and served as the Music Director of Ballet Next (2011-2014).
https://www.msmnyc.edu/faculty/elad-kabilio/