Golda Schultz Sings Barber & Stravinsky
About This Event
Event: Golda Schultz Sings Barber & Stravinsky Venue: David Geffen Hall Golda Schultz will perform Barber’s Knoxville: Summer of 1915, alongside arias by Stravinsky and Carlisle Floyd. The concert, conducted by Kwamé Ryan, includes works by Charles Ives and a new concerto by George Lewis, featuring the piano-and-percussion ensemble Yarn/Wire.
About Knoxville: Summer of 1915(song)
Samuel Barber’s *Knoxville: Summer of 1915* (1947) sets James Agee’s remembered scene of a Southern evening, told through the consciousness of a child as family life and distant unease coexist. Written for voice and orchestra, it unfolds as a lyric monologue where everyday sounds and private fears share the same musical space, a quiet study in American memory. It has long held a place in New York’s concert life, often appearing in Philharmonic seasons as a touchstone of mid-century U.S. repertoire. Its plainspoken intimacy is the work’s most durable critical strength.
About the Artists
New York Philharmonic
Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of the New York Philharmonic, one of the world's most prestigious classical music ensembles. With its home at the iconic David Geffen Hall at Lincoln Center, this orchestra serves as a cornerstone of New York City's vibrant cultural landscape.
Kwamé Ryan
Kwamé Ryan is a Canadian conductor known for his work with various orchestras and opera companies, specializing in a diverse range of musical genres.
Golda Schultz
Golda Schultz is a South African soprano celebrated for her operatic roles and concert performances, particularly in the classical music genre.
Yarn/Wire
Yarn/Wire is a contemporary music ensemble that specializes in the performance of new works, often incorporating a blend of acoustic and electronic elements.