Pianist and musicologist Katelyn Bouska offers new insights into Antonín Dvořák in America through a special musical tour focused on his compositions, students and contemporaries in the late 19th century.

The three years Antonín Dvořák spent in the United States are often celebrated for his large-scale works: the beloved “From the New World” Symphony or the intensely brilliant Cello Concerto. Lingering between in his solo works, however, are intimate glimpses of the composer. Through these and the music of his contemporaries, this program invites the listener into Dvořák’s inner world while tracing his legacy in American music.

PROGRAM

Antonín Dvořák (1841-1904), Suite in A major, Op. 98 “American”
1. Moderato
2. Molto vivace
3. Allegretto
4. Andante
5. Allegro

Harry Thackery Burliegh (1866-1949), From the Southland
1. Through Moanin’ Pines
2. The Frolic
3. In De Col’ Moonlight
4. A Jubilee
5. On Bended Knees
6. A New Hiding-Place

Amy Beach (1867-1944), Hermit Thrush at Eve for Piano, Op. 92

intermission

Amy Beach, Hermit Thrush at Morn, Op. 92

Otilie Suková-Dvořáková (1878-1905)
Humoreska (Humoresque)
Ukolébavka (Lullaby)
Pepča na koníčku (Pepča Riding a Horse)
Drahému tatíčkovi (To My Dear Papa)

Antonín Dvořák, Dumka and Furiant, Op. 12

General admission: $30; seniors, students: $20. Tickets may be purchased online through Eventbrite (plus the processing fee).

For more information about the event, visit dvoraknyc.org.

This event is organized by DAHA with support of the Bohemian Benevolent and Literary Association.