Richardson Auditorium in Alexander Hall, Princeton University
Princeton University Concert Presents: Christian Gerhaher, Baritone Gerold Huber, Piano
Richardson Auditorium in Alexander Hall, Princeton University Alexander Hall, Princeton University, Princeton, NJ, United StatesIn 1988, philosophy student Christian Gerhaher asked his friend Gerold Huber to read through some of Robert Schumann’s vocal works. Fast forward three decades, and the duo — firmly established as “the greatest partnership in singing” (The New York Times) — released an award-winning 11-disc box set of nearly 300 of the composer’s songs on...
Princeton University Concert Presents: Live Music Meditation: Raphaël Feuillâtre, Guitar
Richardson Auditorium in Alexander Hall, Princeton University Alexander Hall, Princeton University, Princeton, NJ, United StatesBreathe in sound and silence through guided meditation as you listen to music more viscerally than ever before, meditating to the playing of guitarist Raphaël Feuillâtre, guided by Matthew Weiner, Associate Dean in the Princeton University Office of Religious Life. This is a FREE, unticketed opportunity to indulge in attentive, focused, and mindful listening.
Princeton University Concert Presents: Raphaël Feuillâtre, Guitar
Richardson Auditorium in Alexander Hall, Princeton University Alexander Hall, Princeton University, Princeton, NJ, United StatesThe Djibouti-French 28-year-old phenom makes his Princeton University Concerts debut amid his meteoric rise as the new voice of classical guitar. In an hour-long program — grounded in translating works originally written for baroque instruments into the vibrant soundscape of the guitar — he will showcase some of the music included in his debut album...
Princeton University Concert Presents: Raphaël Feuillâtre, Guitar
Richardson Auditorium in Alexander Hall, Princeton University Alexander Hall, Princeton University, Princeton, NJ, United StatesThe Djibouti-French 28-year-old phenom makes his Princeton University Concerts debut amid his meteoric rise as the new voice of classical guitar. In an hour-long program — grounded in translating works originally written for baroque instruments into the vibrant soundscape of the guitar — he will showcase some of the music included in his debut album...
Princeton University Concert Presents: Kayhan Kalhor, Kamancheh “Finding Home in the Music of Iran”
Richardson Auditorium in Alexander Hall, Princeton University Alexander Hall, Princeton University, Princeton, NJ, United StatesIn the wake of the Iranian revolution, teenage Kayhan Kalhor left his homeland and family with nothing but a backpack and his beloved kamancheh (an Iranian bowed string instrument) in tow. Since that time, he has built an international reputation as one of the most famous performers and composers from Iran — touring with the...
Princeton University Concert Presents: Live Music Meditation: Kayhan Kalhor, Kamancheh
Richardson Auditorium in Alexander Hall, Princeton University Alexander Hall, Princeton University, Princeton, NJ, United StatesBreathe in sound and silence through guided meditation as you listen to music more viscerally than ever before, meditating to the playing of kamancheh (Iranian spiked fiddle) player Kayhan Kalhor, guided by Matthew Weiner, Associate Dean in the Princeton University Office of Religious Life. This is a FREE, unticketed opportunity to indulge in attentive, focused,...
Princeton University Concert Presents: Do-Re-Meet: Speed Friend-ing & DoosTrio Concert
Richardson Auditorium in Alexander Hall, Princeton University Alexander Hall, Princeton University, Princeton, NJ, United StatesThree-time Grammy nominee Kayhan Kalhor, the world’s premier Grammy-nominated pipa virtuoso Wu Man, and Guggenheim Fellow and Grammy Award-winning tabla player Sandeep Das are established soloists in their individual traditions. These artists, who forged a relationship through their work as part of the Silk Road Ensemble, will join forces to create a new trio that...
Princeton University Concert Presents: Do-Re-Meet: Speed Friend-ing & DoosTrio Concert
Richardson Auditorium in Alexander Hall, Princeton University Alexander Hall, Princeton University, Princeton, NJ, United StatesThree-time Grammy nominee Kayhan Kalhor, the world’s premier Grammy-nominated pipa virtuoso Wu Man, and Guggenheim Fellow and Grammy Award-winning tabla player Sandeep Das are established soloists in their individual traditions. These artists, who forged a relationship through their work as part of the Silk Road Ensemble, will join forces to create a new trio that...
Princeton University Concert Presents: Takács String Quartet Sir Stephen Hough, Piano
Richardson Auditorium in Alexander Hall, Princeton University Alexander Hall, Princeton University, Princeton, NJ, United StatesA long-anticipated return by the beloved Takács Quartet also serves as the debut of legendary pianist and composer Sir Stephen Hough. These revered musicians combine forces in a work often referred to as the pinnacle of Brahms’ chamber music: his fiery Piano Quintet, Op. 34. In addition to a string quartet by Beethoven, allegedly inspired...
Princeton University Concert Presents: Meet the Music: Inspector Pulse Takes His Pulse!
Richardson Auditorium in Alexander Hall, Princeton University Alexander Hall, Princeton University, Princeton, NJ, United StatesThe world’s greatest and only private ear, Inspector Pulse, inspects his own pulse and discovers the rhythm of life—the heartbeat! This leads him to explore stethoscopes and metronomes as well as a marimba, and concepts like tempo, beat, and polyrhythm!
Princeton University Concerts Presents: Mahler Chamber Orchestra Mitsuko Uchida, Piano
Richardson Auditorium in Alexander Hall, Princeton University Alexander Hall, Princeton University, Princeton, NJ, United StatesAfter an instantly sold-out performance in March 2022, the Mahler Chamber Orchestra and pianist Mitsuko Uchida return for two more breathtaking concerti by W.A. Mozart conducted from the piano, paired with Leoš Janáček’s woodwind sextet, Mládí (Youth). The orchestra last brought their visionary spirit to our 2023-24 season with an unforgettable Virtual Reality installation (which will...
Princeton University Concerts Presents: Martin Fröst, Clarinet; Antoine Tamestit, Viola; Shai Wosner, Piano
Richardson Auditorium in Alexander Hall, Princeton University Alexander Hall, Princeton University, Princeton, NJ, United StatesClarinetist Martin Fröst, celebrated for his infectious energy and uncanny ability to completely transform his instrument, returns after a stunning 2018 debut to join forces with ECHO Klassik Award-winning violist Antoine Tamestit, alongside the exceptional pianist Shai Wosner, whose “sensitivity and technical brilliance captivate audiences worldwide” (BBC Music Magazine). And when world-renowned, visionary virtuosos who...
Princeton University Concerts Presents: Jess Gillam, Saxophone; Thomas Weaver, Piano
Richardson Auditorium in Alexander Hall, Princeton University Alexander Hall, Princeton University, Princeton, NJ, United StatesWith her natural energy, infectious personality and talent to spare, 26-year-old saxophone wonder Jess Gillam was the first saxophonist to reach the finals of BBC Young Musician and the youngest-ever soloist to perform at the Last Night of the Proms. She was also the first solo saxophonist to appear on PUC’s season when she made...
Princeton University Concerts Presents: Annual Late-Night Chamber Dance Jam
Richardson Auditorium in Alexander Hall, Princeton University Alexander Hall, Princeton University, Princeton, NJ, United StatesWhether you’re a seasoned or first-time dancer, let the live melodies of sensational saxophonist Jess Gillam move you as you master accessible choreography by American Repertory Ballet artists in this end-of-season dance party immediately following Jess Gillam’s recital. This is your moment to encounter the music you love in a completely new way — don’t miss...