Tchaikovsky’s First Piano Concerto might never have seen the light of day — the pianist for whom it was written initially declared it “absolutely unplayable.” Luckily Tchaikovsky ignored this criticism, published his concerto, and unveiled what has become one of the...
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Prokofiev 5 + Gabriela Montero Plays Tchaikovsky
Tchaikovsky’s First Piano Concerto might never have seen the light of day — the pianist for whom it was written initially declared it “absolutely unplayable.” Luckily Tchaikovsky ignored this criticism, published his concerto, and unveiled what has become one of the...
All Mozart: “Linz” & Violin Concerto No. 3
This concert was created with Mozart fans in mind! Guest conductor François López-Ferrer begins with the delightful overture to Mozart’s tongue-in-cheek opera Impresario, followed by his ornate and impressive Third Violin Concerto, performed here by the “fresh,...
Augustin Hadelich & Dvořák 7
Augustin Hadelich, one of the greatest violinists of all time, returns to perform Tchaikovsky’s unparalleled Violin Concerto. The deeply patriotic Dvořák wished to use his music to recognize the struggle and oppression of his fellow Czechs; he wrote of this urgent...
Augustin Hadelich & Dvořák 7
Augustin Hadelich, one of the greatest violinists of all time, returns to perform Tchaikovsky’s unparalleled Violin Concerto. The deeply patriotic Dvořák wished to use his music to recognize the struggle and oppression of his fellow Czechs; he wrote of this urgent...
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Olga Kern & Grieg’s Peer Gynt
Welcome back, Festival favorite Olga Kern! Fresh off a celebration of Rachmaninoff’s 150th anniversary, Kern performs his Second Piano Concerto — a success from its inception, this memorable concerto’s themes that have been borrowed by countless films, Sinatra songs,...
JFK: The Last Speech – World Premiere
“Our national strength matters,” said President John F. Kennedy, “but the spirit which informs and controls our strength matters just as much.” This line and others appear in the libretto of the world premiere symphony JFK: The Last Speech, inspired by the celebration...
Olga Kern & Grieg’s Peer Gynt
Welcome back, Festival favorite Olga Kern! Fresh off a celebration of Rachmaninoff’s 150th anniversary, Kern performs his Second Piano Concerto — a success from its inception, this memorable concerto’s themes that have been borrowed by countless films, Sinatra songs,...
6 Easy Reasons to Travel to the Colorado Music Festival This Summer
#6The Festival gathers the world's most talented musicians, all in one place. Not only does the Festival invite today's brightest stars, but the Festival orchestra also comprises principal players from top orchestras around the country.#5Our venue is a charming...
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Visiting Boulder Photo: John Kieffer ADVENTURE TREK Explore dozens of hiking trails at Chautauqua Park and beyond, get your climb on at Eldorado Canyon State Park, take a float down Boulder Creek or ride a multitude of bike paths in a place Outside Magazine named "THE...
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The Colorado Music Festival presents a summer concert season at Chautauqua Auditorium in Boulder, Colorado. Showcasing over 42 principal players, the Festival Orchestra is comprised of exceptional national and international musicians. Under the baton of Music Director...