James Ehnes’s 50th Birthday Tour

Recognized as “a violinist in a class of his own,” (The Times) James Ehnes celebrates his 50th birthday with a special international tour. His Koerner Hall appearance with pianist Andrew Armstrong features works by Brahms and Bartók, along with a new piece by acclaimed Canadian composer Carmen Braden which has been co-commissioned by the RCM.

An Honorary Fellow of The Royal Conservatory, Ehnes has established himself as one of the most sought-after musicians on the international stage. Gifted with a rare combination of stunning virtuosity, serene lyricism, and an unfaltering musicality, he is a favourite guest at the world’s most celebrated concert halls.

Praised by critics for his passionate expression and dazzling technique, pianist Andrew Armstrong has delighted audiences across Asia, Europe, Latin America, Canada, and the United States, including performances at Alice Tully Hall, Carnegie Hall, the Kennedy Center, London’s Wigmore Hall, the Grand Hall of the Moscow Conservatory, and Warsaw’s National Philharmonic.

Please join us! This concert is preceded by a short performance by talented students of The Royal Conservatory. Prelude Recital starts at 7:00pm.

PROGRAM:

Christian Sinding: Collection of Songs for Violin and Piano, op. 10

Johannes Brahms: Violin Sonata No. 3 in D Minor, op. 108

Carmen Braden: Imaginal for violin and piano

Béla Bartók: Rhapsody No. 1, BB94a, Sz. 86