World of the Piano
Hailed by Sir Simon Rattle as “one of the greatest musicians England has produced,” Imogen Cooper is celebrated for her exquisite interpretations of classical and romantic repertoire. Her playing is celebrated for its lyrical beauty, profound musical insight and technical precision. She is especially admired for her performances of works by composers such as Schubert, Beethoven and Mozart. Throughout her distinguished career, Cooper has performed with leading orchestras and at major concert halls worldwide, including performances with the New York Philharmonic, Berliner Philharmoniker, Royal Concertgebouw, and all major British orchestras. A dedicated teacher and mentor, she founded the Imogen Cooper Music Trust in 2015 to support young artists; and has also served as a Humanitas Visiting Professor at the universities of Oxford and Cambridge. Cooper has been honored with numerous awards for her contributions to music, including the Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE).
Program
Ludwig van Beethoven: Sonata No. 30 in E Major, op. 109
Ludwig van Beethoven: Sonata No. 31 in A-flat Major, op. 110
Ludwig van Beethoven: Sonata No. 32 in C Minor, op. 111
Program subject to change.
Digital Program
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Pre-concert Talk
Sunday, March 30 at 1:30PM • Armstrong Concert Hall
Join us on the Sunday of each World of the Piano performance at 1:30PM in Armstrong Concert Hall for a Pre-Concert Talk! Learn about the artist’s program from Shenandoah Conservatory faculty and special guests.
Piano Masterclass
Monday, March 31 at 10AM • Armstrong Concert Hall
Observe the guest artists as they work with Shenandoah Conservatory piano students. Masterclasses are typically held on the Monday following each World of the Piano performance from 10AM to noon in Armstrong Concert Hall. Limited seating is open to the public for quiet observation. Please arrive by 9:45AM.
