Mozart and Bruch: The Great Concertos
Gunston Arts Center - Theater One 2700 South Lang Street, Arlington, Virginia 22206
Steven Fleshman
National Chamber Ensemble
Join us for an unforgettable evening as the National Chamber Ensemble brings its 2025–2026 season to a joyful and inspiring close with Mozart and Bruch: The Great Concertos.
This special finale blends the power of great masterpieces with the warmth and intimacy of chamber music, offering a fresh and deeply moving way to experience some of the most beloved works ever written.
Internationally acclaimed pianist Carlos César Rodríguez joins NCE for Mozart’s radiant Piano Concerto No. 21 “Elvira Madigan,” overflowing with elegance, lyricism, and pure musical joy. Artistic Director and violinist Leo Sushansky takes center stage in Bruch’s passionate Violin Concerto No. 1, bringing heartfelt intensity and sweeping romance to one of the violin world’s greatest treasures.
Adding even more beauty to the evening are Adoration by American composer Florence Price, glowing with warmth and serenity, and Romance by Johan Svendsen, beloved for its graceful lyricism and charm.
This season finale celebrates the enduring brilliance of classical music’s great composers while showcasing the artistry and interpretive depth of NCE’s distinguished musicians: Najin Kim (violin), Kelly Cho (violin), Uri Wassertzug(viola), Vasily Popov (cello), alongside Rodríguez and Sushansky.
Come celebrate the season with us through music that stirs the heart, uplifts the spirit, and reminds us why these masterpieces continue to captivate audiences around the world.
