Frequent musical companions, Steven Isserlis and Connie Shih are both internationally renowned soloists and chamber musicians. Their collaborations have thrilled audiences at Wigmore and Carnegie Halls, amongst many others.

Mr. Isserlis’s reputation goes beyond performing: he has created texts for children’s works, is a keen champion of new music as well as authentic performance, and also has a career as a broadcaster and writer. In a beautifully crafted program that is reflective of his broad interests, of particular note is the Ritournelle of the little-known Czech composer Vitezslava Kaprálová, whose life and promising career was sadly cut short at the age of 25. It is paired here with what will undoubtedly be memorable performances of some of the gems of the cello/piano duo repertoire. 

Single tickets: $55 - $60
Arts Workers: $20 – please purchase at the door or call the TOLive box office at 416-366-7723 and select options 1-1 to speak with a box office specialist.
Students and minors: Free with request
Adults (up to 2) accompanying minors (free): Half price
To request student tickets or for more information, please email tickets@music-toronto.com.
Please note, these concerts may not be suitable for children under 7.

Program

Beethoven - 12 variations on a theme from The Magic Flute, op 66
Schumann - 3 Fantasiestucke, op 73
Kabalevsky - Cello Sonata in B Flat Major, Op. 71
Kapralova - Ritournelle
Beethoven - Sonata for cello and piano in A Major, Op. 69, No. 3