Grand Piano Spectacular
Thu Jul 21, 2022
Orchestra Hall
Let one master pianist loose on the 88 keys and—voila! Magic. Now, multiply that by four and unite them all on one stage, and the effect is spectacular. Jon Kimura Parker has tapped three favorite pianists with deep Minnesota roots to join him for this special concert. Four piano virtuosos making a glorious sound—we imagine Beethoven’s spirit is smiling!
Note: The Minnesota Orchestra does not perform on this program.
Program
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MOZART/Rösler
Overture to The Marriage of Figaro
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BACH/Bardeen
Allegro, mvt. I from Brandenburg Concerto No. 3
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DUKAS/Stern
The Sorcerer’s Apprentice
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SCHUBERT/Liba
Ständchen, from Schwanengesang
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MILHAUD/Parker
Scaramouche
- INTERMISSION
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OLSEN
A Scott Joplin Rag Rhapsody, Based on Themes by Scott Joplin
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BEETHOVEN/Parker
Rage Over a Lost Penny
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RACHMANINOFF/Parker
Suite No. 2
Artists
Known for his passionate artistry and engaging stage presence, pianist Jon Kimura Parker has performed regularly at the Berlin Philharmonie, Carnegie Hall, London’s South Bank, the Sydney Opera House and the Beijing Concert Hall. In 2019 he was appointed the Minnesota Orchestra’s first-ever creative partner for Summer at Orchestra Hall, a new role in which he is serving as a creative force behind the Orchestra’s summer festival and appearing each summer as a host, performer and personality.
William Eddins has a multi-faceted musical career as a conductor and pianist. He is the music director emeritus of the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra, a former associate conductor of the Minnesota Orchestra and a frequent guest conductor of major orchestras throughout the world. In September 2022 he led the Orchestra’s season opening concerts in a program that included the Minnesota premiere of Wynton Marsalis’ Swing Symphony, performed with the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra.
Your Concert Experience
Join us for Q&A’s, hosted discussions, exhibits and more. All free with your concert ticket!
Accessibility Services
- Assistive Listening Devices
- Large Print Programs
- Service Animals
- Wheelchair & Accessible Seating
Additional services are available upon request.
Sponsors
Co-Sponsored by Margee and Will Bracken & Cynthia and Jay Ihlenfeld
The Creative Partner position is supported by Marilyn and Glen Nelson.