Four Seasons: A Journey of 1725-2025

INTRODUCTION

Internationally acclaimed violinist Ruda LEE is bringing together eight talented string musicians to perform in a concert at the Main Hall of the Shaw Auditorium. The captivating program features the "Four Seasons" composed by two renowned musicians spanning an incredible 250 years: Antonio Vivaldi (1725) and Astor Piazzolla (1965). This concert covers classic and contemporary interpretations of the four seasons. The Piazzolla Four Seasons is a fantastic piece that includes all movements and will resonate powerfully with the audience, alongside Vivaldi’s masterpiece.

PROGRAM

I. WINTER: Ice, Snow, Wind 

 - Antonio Vivaldi | L'inverno

    I. Allegro non molto 

    II. Largo 

 - Astor Piazzolla | Invierno Porteno (Winter in Buenos Aires)

II. SPRING: Celebrating the return of springtime after a harsh winter 

 - Astor Piazzolla | Primavera Portena (Spring Season) 

 - Antonio Vivaldi | La primavera

   I. Allegro 

III. SUMMER: Too hot for any movement 

-  Astor Piazzolla | Verano Porteño (Summer in Buenos Aires) 

- Antonio Vivaldi | L'estate

   I. Allegro non molto 

  II. Adagio 

  III. Storm 

 IV. AUTUMN: Harvest, Wine, Hunt, Chill 

 - Antonio Vivaldi | L'autunno

    I. Allegro 

 - Astor Piazzolla | Otoño Porteño (Autumn in Buenos Aires) 

 - Antonio Vivaldi | L'autunno

    III. Allegro