A Musical Portrait of Chuck Close

Evening Music | May 6, 2010

The relationship between composer Philip Glass and photographer Chuck Close is one the most important artistic bonds of our time. Tonight we hear Glass’ “A Musical Portrait of Chuck Close,” a musical tribute to the symbiotic connection of these two artists. Also, music from Iva Bittova and Henry Cowell.


Also Featured Tonight:

Astor Piazzolla / Primavera Portena - 'Spring'
John Corigliano / "Kaleidoscope"
Aulius Sallinen / String Quartet No. 3
Olivier Messiaen / Feuillets Inedits
Veljo Tormis / Izhorian Epic

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