Known as a versatile artist and innovator across multiple genres, Seth Parker Woods is redefining classical music. From interpreting traditional works to commissioning new ones that propel classical music into the future, the Grammy-nominated artist is bringing his own flair. Join Chicago Humanities for a musical journey with cellist Seth Parker Woods.

PROGRAM:

Bach: Suite No.1, BWV 100: Sarabande
Coleridge-Taylor Perkinson: “Calvary Ostinato” from Lamentations: Black Folk/Song Suite
Scelsi: Maknongan for solo cello
Fredrick Gifford: Difficult Grace, for speaking cellist and electronics (2018)

Bach: Suite No.2, BWV 1008: Sarabande
Nathalie Joachim: Dam Mwen Yo (2017) for cello and electronics
Monty Adkins: Winter Tendrils for cello and fixed electronics (2014/15)
Alvin Singleton: Argoru II (1970) for cello solo

Bach: Suite No. 5, BWV 1011: Sarabande
Conrad Beck: Drei Epigramme für solo cello (1975)
Carlos Simon: Between Worlds (2019) for solo cello
Chinary Ung: Khse Buon (1980) for solo cello

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