Strauss’ Merry Pranks and Debussy’s Images synthesize the talents of the entire Orchestra.
Program
R. STRAUSS: Till Eulenspiegel’s Merry Pranks
R. STRAUSS: Horn Concerto No. 1
DEBUSSY: Images
Artists
Jun Märkl, conductor
Elizabeth Freimuth, horn
Venue
Music HallSeries
Friday Evenings
Saturday Evenings B
What's Interesting
Till Eulenspiegel follows the exploits of a noted trickster — but doesn’t fool around — the super virtuosic work is a freewheeling tour de force for every member of the Orchestra, beginning with a famous French horn solo. CSO Principal Horn Elizabeth Freimuth steps into the spotlight with a popular early concerto by Strauss and Debussy’s impressionistic Images create the musical equivalent of a Monet masterpiece.
What our Musicians are Saying
"Richard Strauss was 18 years old when he composed his first horn concerto. He was inspired by his father who was a virtuosic horn player at that time. This piece is full of the joy and energy of youth! I have enjoyed playing this piece since I was about 18 years old. When I was so young, I naturally related with the youthful energy of this piece and now it takes me back to that time and makes me feel young again! I hope the audience will feel this same connection. It’s always a pleasure to play in Music Hall — we have the friendliest and most supportive audience!"
—Elizabeth Freimuth