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Emanuel Ax Plays Mozart

Harris Concert Hall, Aspen, USA
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7:30 PM
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Important Info
Type: Classical Concert
City: Aspen, USA
Starts at: 19:30

E-tickets: Print at home or at the box office of the event if so specified. You will find more information in your booking confirmation email.

You can only select the category, and not the exact seats.
If you order 2 or 3 tickets: your seats will be next to each other.
If you order 4 or more tickets: your seats will be next to each other, or, if this is not possible, we will provide a combination of groups of seats (at least in pairs, for example 2+2 or 2+3).

Cast
Performers
Piano: Emanuel Ax
Creators
Composer: Caroline Shaw
Composer: Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
Programme
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: La clemenza di Tito, K621: overture
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: Piano Concerto no. 17 in G major, K453
Caroline Shaw: Entr`acte
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: Piano Concerto no. 25 in C major, K503
Overview

Don’t miss this rare opportunity to hear two of Mozart’s most inspired creations played by one of his finest interpreters!

Acclaimed for his tonal warmth, nuanced interpretations, and the freshness he brings to familiar works, Emanuel Ax makes a rare Aspen appearance in two of Mozart’s most brilliant piano concerti.

Mozart definitely had opera on his mind when he composed his Piano Concerto No. 17, and you can easily imagine the piano and orchestral instruments as characters carrying on a series of dialogues. The slow movement was a particular favorite of Leonard Berstein’s, describing it as Mozart  “at the peak of his lyrical powers, combining serenity, melancholy, and tragic intensity in one great lyric improvisation.” 

1786 was quite the year for Mozart. He saw the successful premiere of his opera The Marriage of Figaro, the “Prague” Symphony, several vocal and chamber works, and last but certainly not least, three piano concerti, including No. 25. After this concerto, he wrote only two more in the genre. A critic of the time called it, “the most magnificent and difficult of all hitherto known concertos,” which was probably true. As a result, it wasn’t until pianists could master the piece that it gained the popularity and admiration it deserves.

Rounding out this delightful program are Mozart’s majestic overture to the opera La Clemenza di Tito, and Caroline Shaw’s take on the classical minuet inspired by a late Haydn quartet.

Venue Info

Harris Concert Hall - Aspen
Location   960 North 3rd Street

Intimate, elegant, and acoustically superb, Harris Concert Hall offers unforgettable musical experiences at the heart of the Aspen Music Festival and School.

Located on the campus of the Aspen Music Festival and School, the Harris Concert Hall is an intimate and acoustically refined venue that has become an essential part of Aspen’s vibrant musical life. Surrounded by the majestic scenery of the Rocky Mountains, the hall offers audiences a close and immersive concert experience in one of America’s most celebrated cultural destinations.

Known for its warm atmosphere and exceptional sound quality, Harris Concert Hall is particularly suited to chamber music, recitals, contemporary works, and educational performances. The hall’s elegant yet understated design allows the focus to remain entirely on the music, creating a deep sense of connection between performers and listeners.

Throughout the summer festival season, the venue hosts performances by internationally acclaimed artists, distinguished faculty members, and talented young musicians from around the world. Audiences can experience everything from classical masterpieces and modern compositions to intimate vocal recitals and innovative chamber programs.

The relatively small size of the hall enhances the emotional immediacy of each performance. Every musical detail can be heard with remarkable clarity, while the proximity to the stage creates a uniquely personal atmosphere rarely found in larger concert venues.

Situated within Aspen’s inspiring artistic environment, Harris Concert Hall reflects the festival’s spirit of excellence, creativity, and collaboration. Visitors often combine performances with the natural beauty and cultural charm of Aspen itself, making each concert part of a larger artistic escape.

Important Info
Type: Classical Concert
City: Aspen, USA
Starts at: 19:30
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