For over two decades, Joshua Bell has enchanted audiences worldwide with his breathtaking virtuosity and tone of rare beauty. He came to national attention at the age of 14 in a highly acclaimed orchestral debut with Riccardo Muti and the Philadelphia Orchestra. A Carnegie Hall debut, the prestigious Avery Fisher Career Grant, and a recording contract further confirmed his presence in the music world as a “classical music superstar.” Named by Musical America as the 2010 Instrumentalist of the Year, and Classical Artist of the Year by Billboard, Bell’s prodigal talent has produced over 35 recordings, earned Grammy nominations, received countless accolades from press and peers alike, and been invited to perform at the White House. “Joshua Bell plays like a god,” said John Corigliano, accepting the Oscar for best film score, for The Red Violin, performed in the score by Joshua Bell. “Mr. Bell doesn’t stand in anyone’s shadow.” - The NY Times. This concert precedes Mr. Bell’s single 2011 Carnegie Hall performance by 2 days, and highlights his new CD to be released this year.
Joshua Bell Accompanied by Sam Haywood November 12, 2011 at 7:30pm Thomas Wolfe Auditorium
Concert Program* Mendelssohn: Violin Sonata in F major (1838) Beethoven: Violin Sonata No. 7 in C minor, Op. 30 No. 2
Intermission
Isaye: Violin Sonata in D minor, Op. 27, No. 3, "Ballade" Franck: Violin Sonata in A Major (1886)
*Program is subject to change
Photos from previous performances
Tickets: $15-$75 with half-price student tickets
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