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Frautschi, Manasse, and Nakamatsu Trio

Violin, clarinet, piano

Program

PROGRAM

Claude Debussy (1862–1918)
Sonata in G Minor for Violin and Piano, L. 140

Leonard Bernstein (1918–1990)
Sonata for Clarinet and Piano

Felix Mendelssohn (1809–1847)
Fantasy in F-sharp Minor for Solo Piano, Op. 28

Igor Stravinsky (1882–1971)
L’Histoire du soldat Suite for Violin, Clarinet, and Piano

Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky (1840–1893)
Ballet Suite for Violin, Clarinet, and Piano (arr. Todd Palmer, 2026)

ABOUT THE ARTISTS

The Frautschi, Manasse, and Nakamatsu Trio brings together three extraordinary, world-class solo artists in a dynamic collaboration for an unforgettable evening of chamber music.

Violinist Jennifer Frautschi, a two-time Grammy nominee and Avery Fisher Career Grant recipient, has earned international acclaim for her expressive artistry and impeccable technique. She has appeared as soloist with the Los Angeles Philharmonic, Chicago Symphony Orchestra, and other leading orchestras. Ms. Frautschi studied at the Colburn School, Harvard University, New England Conservatory, and The Juilliard School, and is currently Artist-in-Residence in Violin at Stony Brook University.

Clarinetist Jon Manasse is internationally recognized for his radiant sound and has performed widely as a soloist, concerto artist, and chamber musician. He is principal clarinet with the American Ballet Theater and Mostly Mozart Festival orchestras and was formerly principal clarinet with the New York Chamber Symphony. Mr. Manasse earned his Master of Music degree from Juilliard and currently serves as faculty at The Juilliard School, Mannes School of Music, and Lynn Conservatory. He is also Artistic Director of the Cape Cod Chamber Music Festival with Jon Nakamatsu.

Pianist Jon Nakamatsu is celebrated for his electrifying solo, concerto, and chamber performances. He first gained worldwide attention in 1997 as the Gold Medalist of the Van Cliburn International Piano Competition and has since established a remarkable career. A dedicated educator and Stanford graduate, he teaches at the San Francisco Conservatory of Music and Stanford University. He also serves as Artistic Director of the Cape Cod Chamber Music Festival with Jon Manasse.

Check out more on the artists:
Jennifer Frautschi Official Website »
Jon Manasse Official Website »
Jon Nakamatsu Official Website »