Pas de Trois: October 17, 2026

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SATURDAY October 17, 2026 @4pm

Join Us for an Unforgettable Evening of Music!

Mark your calendars for Saturday, October 17, 2026, because you won't want to miss the electrifying performance by Triple Take! Experience the captivating trios of Brahms, Fibich, and Zwilich, each offering a stunning exploration of diverse tonalities and vibrant characters.

This is more than just a concert; it's a musical journey that will take you through a spectrum of emotions and artistry. We love being able to bring you trios of the familiar and the unfamiliar, enhancing your experience with a delightful mix of both.

1. Johannes Brahms (1833–1897)

Johannes Brahms was one of the leading composers of the Romantic era, known for music that combines emotional intensity with carefully crafted musical structure. Born in Hamburg, Germany, he eventually made Vienna his home and became one of the most influential musical figures of his time. His Piano Trio No. 3 in C minor was written in 1886 during a highly productive summer in Switzerland and captures the passion and richness of his mature style in a remarkably compact work.

Key Works:

• Symphony No. 4 in E minor

• A German Requiem

• Piano Quintet in F minor

• Piano Trio No. 3 in C minor, Op. 101

2. Zdeněk Fibich (1850–1900)

Zdeněk Fibich was a Czech Romantic composer and a contemporary of Antonín Dvořák and Bedřich Smetana. Although less familiar to audiences today, Fibich was an important figure in Czech music, writing operas, orchestral works, piano music, and chamber music. His style combines the rich traditions of European Romanticism with Czech musical influences, creating music filled with lyricism, drama, and sweeping melodies.

Key Works:

• Šárka

• Symphony No. 3 in E minor

• Poème from At Twilight

• Piano Trio in F minor

3. Ellen Taaffe Zwilich (b. 1939)

Ellen Taaffe Zwilich is an American composer and violinist whose music is known for its energy, rhythmic vitality, and vivid instrumental writing. In 1983, she became the first woman to receive the Pulitzer Prize for Music. Her background as a professional violinist gives her a particularly strong connection to string writing, and her music combines contemporary sounds with recognizable musical gestures and dramatic contrasts.

Key Works:

• Symphony No. 1 (Three Movements for Orchestra)

• Violin Concerto

• Peanuts® Gallery for Piano and Orchestra

• Piano Trio