Joshua Bell is one of the most celebrated violinists of his era, and his restless curiosity, passion, and multi-faceted musical interests are almost unparalleled in the world of classical music. Named the Music Director of the Academy of St Martin in the Fields in 2011, Bell is the first person to hold this post since Sir Neville Marriner formed the orchestra in 1958.

The Academy of St Martin in the Fields is renowned for its polished and refined sound, rooted in outstanding musicianship. Formed by Sir Neville Marriner from a group of leading London musicians, and working without a conductor, the Academy gave its first performance in its namesake church on 13th November 1959.  The collegiate spirit and flexibility of the original small, conductor-less ensemble remains an Academy hallmark. This tradition continues today with virtuoso violinist Joshua Bell.

Performance Repertoire:

Felix Mendelssohn — The Hebrides Overture (Fingal’s Cave)

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart — Violin Concerto, No. 4, K.218 in D Major

Intermission

Felix Mendelssohn — Symphony No. 4, op. 90 in A Major (Italian)

Classics in Context:
6:15-6:45pm | Robert Adam Room
Join us a for a pre-concert discussion led by Heather Platt, Professor of Music & Musicology at Ball State University. Complimentary for ticketholders, this lecture provides attendees an insider’s perspective on the works being performed..

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