A Far Cry returns to the spectacular Shalin Liu Performance Center, as part of the Rockport Chamber Music Festival, joined by Canadian pianist Dinuk Wijeratne and acclaimed Syrian clarinetist Kinan Azmeh.

This deeply personal program touches on themes of home, travel, and migration, featuring poignant original compositions by Wijeratne and Azmeh in the first half. Following intermission, bask in the tender lyricism and lively dance rhythms of a young Janáček as he draws inspiration from Czech folk traditions and the natural landscape of his homeland. Join us for an unforgettable evening of musical connection across time and space.

PROGRAM

Kareem Roustom (b.1971), Dabke (2014)
Kinan Azmeh (b. 1976), Ibn Arabi Postlude (2005) (9.5’)
Dinuk Wijeratne (b. 1978), Clarinet Concerto (2018)

Intermission
Leoš Janáček (1854-1928), Idyla for String Orchestra, ILJ 9 (1878)