A roar of sound: Chamber Music Northwest Top 5 of 2025 * Oregon ArtsWatch
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The Chamber Music Northwest Festival celebrated J.S. Bach's work while featuring a variety of other music. Highlights included live performances of Bach's Brandenburg Concertos and a piece by Caroline Shaw. The energetic conducting of Shunske Sato was noteworthy. The final week showcased pianist Gloria Chien and violinist Leila Josefowicz in Stravinsky's Divertimento, where they displayed resilience after an equipment mishap. Both concerts were well-attended, reflecting the festival's popularity and the musicians' capabilities.
Hearing J.S. Bach's Brandenburg Concertos live and Caroline Shaw's Bach-influenced piece was a rare treat, enhanced by Shunske Sato's dynamic conducting.
Pianist Gloria Chien and violinist Leila Josefowicz performed Stravinsky's Divertimento, showcasing their skill and dedication, even overcoming challenges like a broken string.
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