Romanze

With Gabriela Martinez, piano
Brahms, Hungarian Dance No. 5
Clara Schumann, Piano Concerto
Robert Schumann, Symphony No. 3 “Rhenish”

Symbolizing the relationships between Brahms and Clara and Robert Schumann, Romanze represents the complex journey of love and romance. This musical love triangle between Brahms and the Schumanns blossomed after Brahms became a close friend to Clara and Robert – perhaps even more. Though we may never know the true, complicated story of Clara and Brahms, we do know this is classical music’s most romantic love triangle. Joining the Wyoming Symphony Orchestra is guest pianist, Gabriela Martinez, performing Clara Schumann’s Piano Concerto. Martinez is known for the lyricism of her playing and elegant stage presence. She is hailed by the New York Times as “compelling, elegant, and incisive.” The night will end with Robert Schumann’s Symphony No. 3, also known as Rhenish, which provides moving melodies and a spirited finale.