Program

• Grey | Mugunghwa: Rose of Sharon (world premiere)
      with Jennifer Koh, violin
• a selection of traditional and arranged Korean songs
      including Me-Na-Rii by Hyo-won Woo and Arirang

Gifted composer Mark Grey (named one of the 2006 “Faces to Watch” by LA Times) celebrates Korean heritage in this story of courage and passion, based on writings by Im Hoon Jae. Mugunghwa: Rose of Sharon relates one man's spiritual path to reunification with his family, homeland, and deceased father. The chorus paints a landscape of soaring and vibrant passages, and Korean-American Jennifer Koh’s solo violin adds deeply sonorous and dense textures to weave this touching story of loss and hope. The work blends hints of the country's cherished musical and cultural traditions with western art music to create a vibrant and distinctive sonic world. You’ll also enjoy classical arrangements of traditional Korean songs in this vibrant and important concert.

Concert Sponsors: Korea Times/Hankook Ilbo, Radio Seoul and
The James Irvine Foundation

Mark Grey is one of the most vital composers on the scene today and Jennifer Koh is one of the most probing violinists of our time. Together with the Chorale they will weave stories of the Korean experience into music of mystery and powerful emotion. Grant Gershon

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