Jeremy Denk is one of America’s most celebrated pianists, a MacArthur Fellow whose playing and writing have earned him a devoted following. His program traces America’s musical conversation with Europe, moving from Beethoven through Joplin and Nina Simone to the visionary sprawl of Ives. A rare chance to hear a major artist in an intimate setting. Ludwig van Beethoven Sonata in E minor, Op. 90 Scott Joplin Bethany Waltz Gottschalk The Banjo Nina Simone Just in Time transcribed William Bolcom Poltergeist Rag Ludwig van Beethoven Sonata in A-flat, Op. 110 –Intermission– Ives Sonata No. 2 “Concord All program details are subject to change.
