Program
Grieg: Praeludium from The Holberg Suite, Op. 40
Holst: St. Paul’s Suite, Op. 29 No. 2
Price: Andante Cantabile
Corelli: “La Follia” Concerto Grosso in D minor arr. Geminiani
Tchaikovsky: Serenade for Strings
Join us for the start of a new summer tradition as Long Island Chamber Music and Planting Fields come together for their first summer festival concert! Featuring 9 world-class string players performing iconic string orchestra works, this concert will celebrate orchestral masterworks through a conductorless, chamber-music format.
The program opens with Grieg’s Praeludium from The Holberg Suite, a vibrant burst of Baroque-inspired brilliance. Holst’s St. Paul’s Suite follows with its blend of folk tunes and lively dances.
The mood turns tender and expressive with Florence Price’s Andante Cantabile, a graceful, singing work that offers a moment of calm reflection at the heart of the program. Geminiani’s arrangement of Corelli’s “La Follia” brings a return of spirited virtuosity featuring variations rooted in one of the Baroque era’s most iconic themes.
The evening closes with Tchaikovsky’s Serenade for Strings, a lush and heartfelt masterpiece whose sweeping melodies and emotional depth create a radiant finale, celebrating the full expressive power of the string orchestra.
Enhance your evening with beer and wine available for purchase, along with a selection of beautifully prepared charcuterie plates from Graze Craze — the perfect accompaniment to an unforgettable night of music surrounded by nature. Pre-order by Aug. 27 to choose from a selection of delicious items!
