Valentin Kovalev, saxophone
Amy Yang, piano

Tuesday, December 03, 2024 - 7:30 PM
American Philosophical Society

American Philosophical Society

Benjamin Franklin Hall,
427 Chestnut Street Learn More

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About This Performance

Classical saxophonist Valentin Kovalev is one of the leaders of his generation in developing the musical and technical possibilities of the saxophone. For his PCMS debut, the 2023 Musical Fund Society Award winner offers a program that juxtaposes classical works with contemporary music from Spain, Turkey, and Japan.

Debussy: Rhapsodie for Saxophone and Orchestra (Arr.)
Brahms: Sonata in E-flat Major, Op. 120, No. 2 (Arr.)
R. Schumann: Fantasiestücke, Op. 73 (Arr.)
Say: Suite for Saxophone and Piano, Op. 55 (Sel.)
Yoshimatsu: Fuzzy Bird Sonata

Running time: 1 hour and 45 minutes

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