The Hutchins Ensemble
April 4, 2027 - 3:00 pm
The Hutchins Ensemble: Elizabeth Starr Masoudnia, English Horn; Mitchell Newman, violin; Marvin Moon, viola; and Gloria dePasquale, cello
Elizabeth Starr Masoudnia , solo English hornist of The Philadelphia Orchestra since 1995, has toured the globe with the Orchestra to wide critical acclaim with many of the world’s finest conductors. A strong advocate of new music for her instrument, Masoudnia has premiered a number of solo pieces composed expressly for her.
Mitchell Newman A graduate of the Curtis Institute of Music, violinist Mitchell Newman retired from the Los Angeles Philharmonic in 2020. During his 34-year career, he worked with many of the world’s great conductors.
Marvin Moon A native of Philadelphia, violist Marvin Moon came to The Philadelphia Orchestra in 2007 from the Boston Symphony, which he joined at the start of the 2005-06 season.
Gloria dePasquale , Cellist for The Philadelphia Orchestra (1977-2022) was hired by Eugene Ormandy and served four and a half decades under ensuing artistic leadership.
Elizabeth Starr Masoudnia, English Horn; Mitchell Newman, violin; Marvin Moon, viola; and Gloria dePasquale, cello
Concert sponsored by Kenneth Hutchins
Program
Kile Smith: In the Shelter of the Most High for Violin, English horn, and Cello. World premiere
Schubert: String Trio in B flat Major, D 471
1) Allegro
2) Andante Sostenuto
Domenic Salerni: Quartet for English horn and Strings
I) Chorale and Perdu
II) Quazi Barzelletta
III) Pucels carolent et dancent, trestuit de joie feire tancent
IV) Intermezzo
V) Episodes/Antipodes
INTERMISSION
W.A. Mozart : Duo for Violin and Viola, K.423
I. Allegro
II. Adagio
III. Rondeau. Allegro
Philip Maneval: Quartet for English horn and Strings Opus 5
I) Andante con moto
II) Adagio cantabile
III) Allegro con brio
