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Longwood Gardens: The Silk Road
November 16, 2018 @ 8:00 pm - 9:30 pm
$40The Silk Road
November 16, 2018 – Longwood Gardens
Members of The Chamber Orchestra of Philadelphia
Edward Schultz, flute
Meichen Liao-Barnes and Luigi Mazzocchi, violins
Matthew Cohen, viola
Glenn Fischbach, cello
Zhenni Li, piano
Journey along the Silk Road during a performing arts series exploring the rich culture of this ancient trade route. Experience the sounds of the Silk Road during three vibrant performances in November, surrounded by the floral artistry of the East during the Chrysanthemum Festival. In this performance, small ensembles of musicians from the chamber orchestra spotlight music and composers influenced by and originating from musical traditions along the Silk Road.
Chen Yi – Night Thoughts
Kamran Ince – Asumani
Mary Kouyoumdjian – Moerae
Alexander Borodin – Piano Quintet in C Minor