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The Dichter Project: Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

Brooklyn Public Library 10 Grand Army Plaza, Brooklyn

Brooklyn Art Song Society begins a new initiative showcasing the greatest German poets set by the greatest lieder composers.  The inaugural concert features the high priest of German culture, Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, as set by two masters:  Franz Schubert and Hugo Wolf. Works by Franz Schubert and Hugo Wolf on texts by Goethe Kristina Bachrach, soprano; Dominic Armstrong, tenor;…

Free

Schubert and the Masters of the North

Scandinavia House 58 Park Avenue, New York City

Peter Friis Johansson, one of Sweden’s most interesting pianists makes his debut performance at Scandinavia House with a concert showcasing the works of Schubert and several Nordic composers. The evening’s selections include Schubert’s Sonata in A-major, D. 664 and Sonata in G-major Op. 78, D. 894; Hvoslef’s Il Colino II; Grieg’s Ballade Op. 24; and Tarrodi’s Crystallites. Admission $15. Purchase tickets here. From Scandinavia House.