San Francisco International Piano Festival – The World of Ravel – Friday, August 29 at 8 pm
San Francisco International Piano Festival
The World of Ravel
Asiya Korepanova, piano
Claude Debussy Suite Bergamasque
Louise Farrenc Valse Brillante Op.51
César Franck Prelude, Choral, et Fugue
Maurice Ravel Pavane
Francis Poulenc Nocturne in C
Maurice Ravel Jeux d’eau
Cécile Chaminade La Lisonjera
Maurice Ravel Gaspard de la Nuit
After her stunning San Francisco debut recital last season, the festival is honored to welcome back Asiya Korepanova who will once again share a spectacular solo recital with us. This program centers around Ravel’s demonic masterpiece, Gaspard de la nuit, while treating us to gorgeous music from his contemporaries, painting a musical picture of influence and evolution. Within the tradition of French music from this period, the multitude of diverse musical voices comes through each in their own way. From the charm and brilliance of Louise Farrenc and Cecile Chaminade to the imposing solemnity of César Franck’s Prelude, Choral et Fugue, this evening offers a deeply satisfying journey through late 19th and early 20th century French piano music. Not to be missed!