WPAS: Orpheus Chamber Orchestra Presented by Washington Performing Arts Society Thursday, October 18, 2007 at 8:00 PM Music Center at Strathmore

Orpheus Chamber Orchestra
Yefim Bronfman, piano

BRAHMS Hungarian Dances Nos. 1, 3, and 10
SCHOENBERG Kammersymphonie No. 1, Op. 9
BRAHMS Piano Concerto No. 1 in D minor, Op. 15

This celebrated conductor-less ensemble continues its tradition of collaboration with the world’s finest soloists. Pianist Yefim Bronfman reveals his commanding technique and exceptional lyrical gifts that have garnered worldwide critical acclaim and enthusiastic audiences. He is one of three artists selected for the Carnegie Hall Perspectives Series next season. “Bronfman is a marvel of digital dexterity ... with jaw-dropping bravura” (Chicago Tribune).