Explosive romance and fiery dance. A young Richard Strauss falls hopelessly in love in his romantic Violin Sonata; paired with the invigorating music of Spain from Sarasate and de Falla. Featuring the virtuosic playing Kate Suthers, Concertmaster of the Adelaide Symphony Orchestra; guest tenor Jihoon Son, star of State Opera’s La Cenerentola; and one of Australia’s most exciting young pianists, Melbourne-based Laurence Matheson.

BOULANGER Nocturne, Introduction & Cortège
TOSTI L’alba separa
LISZT Benedetto sia il giorno
SARASATE Romanza Andaluza
DE FALLA Danse Espagnole
Clara SCHUMANN Romance No.1 Op.22
STRAUSS Morgen Op.27
STRAUSS Violin Sonata Op.18

Kate Suthers violin
Jihoon Son tenor
Laurence Matheson piano

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