A Far Cry and Reuning & Son Violins present
A Stradivari Serenade
NEC’s Jordan Hall | Saturday, February 15, 2020 at 8pm
A Far Cry performs its signature work, Tchaikovsky’s Serenade for Strings, from memory on 18 of the finest instruments in the world - crafted by the likes of Stradivari, Guarneri, and Amati and hand-selected by Christopher Reuning of Reuning & Son Violins.
During this once-in-a-lifetime event, join us to hear a collection of 18 of the finest instruments in the world from across the ages, coming off the heels of the European Renaissance, on through the Scientific Revolution, and spanning the Enlightenment. A Far Cry will perform its signature work, Tchaikovsky’s Serenade for Strings, from memory and on rare string instruments hand-picked by violin expert Christopher Reuning of Reuning & Son Violins.
Not long after Michelangelo painted the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel, Andrea Amati crafted what we recognize as the modern violin. While Sir Isaac Newton conducted experiments on the laws of physics, Antonio Stradivari furnished the most sought after instruments of all time. As Bach penned his Goldberg Variations, Guarneri “del Gesù” introduced his own string instrument masterpieces.
Hear from Chris Reuning himself about the rich legacy of these revered instruments, from famous artists who played them to spectacular heists that shocked the music community. In addition to the evening’s string orchestra selections, the Criers will perform solo and small ensemble demonstrations, illuminating how to listen, re-creating music from the era, and showcasing what exactly makes these instruments priceless!
PLEASE NOTE: Tickets to A Stradivari Serenade are available online through the Jordan Hall website (click ticket link to the right). They can also be purchased at the door or by calling the Jordan Hall box office at 617-585-1260. Tickets are no longer available through the A Far Cry website.
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