Program generously supported by the 2024-2025 Friends of CSI

• About

  Experience the magic of song in a concert celebrating the poetry of Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, one of the most revered figures in literature. Often exploring the interplay between nature, the human spirit, and the quest for personal fulfillment, Goethe's text reflect a deep journey of self-discovery and emotional depth.

• What's Interesting

  This program shows the universal and timeless relevance of Goethe's words by presenting chosen poems through the lens of multiple composers. This will create a unique and exciting compare-and-contrast experience for audience members!

• Program

  Curated by Kenneth Griffiths

  Die Liebende schreibt
  Felix Mendelssohn
  Franz Schubert

  Freudvoll und Leidvoll
  Franz Schubert: Die Liebe
  Franz Liszt

  Zur Rosenzeit
  Edvard Grieg
  Fanny Hensel, Op. 7 No. 2

  Rastlose Liebe
  Franz Schubert
  Robert Franz
  Othmar Schoeck

  Wonne der Wehmut
  Ludwig van Beethoven
  Robert Franz

  Wandrers Nachtlied II
  Franz Liszt
  Robert Schumann: Nachtlied
  Charles Ives: Ilmenau
  Franz Schubert

• Know Before You Go

  Approximate Concert Length: 60 minutes

  Parking

  Free parking is available in the lot to the west of ARCO. The parking lot can be entered from Price or Elberon.

  Accessibility

  Accessible parking spaces are available directly outside the west doors of the building. Once inside the west doors, there is an elevator to the left that will take you to the performance hall on the 3rd floor.

Meet the Artists

Katherine Lerner Lee’s performance generously supported by Nicolette & Adam Rader

Daniel McGrew’s performance generously supported by Ronny Michael & Elizabeth Castro Greenberg

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Katherine Lerner Lee, mezzo

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Daniel McGrew, tenor

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Kelly Kuo, piano

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Sophia Shuhui Zhou, piano