Schumann's Piano Quintet: What Makes It Great?
About the Event
Learn more about Robert Schumann's creative process, at Merkin Concert Hall's "What Makes It Great?" series. Host Rob Kapilow shows how Schumann’s struggle with Beethoven's overwhelming influence helped him find his own voice, and produce his greatest work — his Piano Quintet.
Igal Kesselman, piano
Aeolus Quartet
Practical Information
Listen to iconic masterpieces with new ears as NPR music commentator Rob Kapilow shows you what you've been missing! In his acclaimed What Makes It Great® series, Kapilow unravels and explores a great musical masterpiece with the audience. Next, the piece is performed in its entirety, followed by a Q&A with the audience and performers.
