In its opening concert, Mistral explores the fascinating intersection of the tumultuous inner struggles and creative brilliance in the lives of some of history’s most iconic composers. Fearful of death, dogged by superstition, or burdened with creative and personal frustration, these composers used music to express their existential angst, if not to find solace in the language of music.
Beethoven: String Trio in E flat major for flute/strings
Schumann: Piano Quartet