Cliburn Live: Garrick Ohlsson (April 5, 2016)

Garrick Ohlsson, piano Cliburn Live: Garrick Ohlsson (April 5, 2016)       PROGRAM BEETHOVEN Sonata No. 31 in A-flat Major, op. 110 SCHUBERT Fantasy in C Major, D. 760 (“Der Wanderer”) CHOPIN Scherzo No. 4 in E Major, op. 54 Etude in E Minor, op. 25, no. 5 Etude in G-sharp Minor, op. 25, no. 6 Nocturne in C Minor, op. 48, no. 1 Ballade No. 1 in G Minor, op. 23     'Garrick Ohlsson is a big pianist with a calmly commanding presence. '     – The Independent Since his triumph at the 1970 Chopin International Piano Competition (the only American winner ever), pianist Garrick Ohlsson has established himself worldwide as a musician of magisterial interpretive and technical prowess. Although long regarded as one of the world’s leading exponents of the music of Frédéric Chopin, the Grammy Award-winner commands an enormous repertoire, which ranges over the entire piano literature. (To date he has at his command more than 80 concertos, ranging from Haydn and Mozart to works of the 21st century, many commissioned for him.) In this season-closing concert, he’ll perform works by Beethoven, Schubert, and Chopin.   This concert will be webcast live in its entirety on CLIBURN LIVE at Cliburn.org and will be posted for on demand viewing within one week, pending artist approval.   This concert has been made possible through the sponsorship of American Airlines. CLIBURN LIVE It is the mission of the Cliburn to advance classical piano music throughout the world. Its international competitions, education programs, and concert series embody an enduring commitment to artistic excellence and the discovery of young artists.   The Cliburn is a not-for-profit organization governed by a board of directors, elected for a four year term. It is sustained by the generous support from individuals, foundations, corporations, the tireless efforts of volunteers, and embraced by the community of Fort Worth. The Van Cliburn International Piano Competition is a proud member of the World Federation of International Music Competitions.       2016. 5. 11