Colors Ignited

Not sure what to wear? Where to park? When to clap? Check out our Concert Guide. The Program Jessica Meyer - Turbulent Flames (WWS Co-commission) Johann Sebastian Bach - Concerto in D minor, BWV 1052, for accordion Hanzhi Wang, accordion Lili Boulanger - D’un matin de printemps Igor Stravinsky - Petrushka (1947) SUBSCRIBE #block-6e9e74a93722a2d8c2b6 {--sqs-block-content-flex: 0; } SINGLE TICKETS #block-4c63b444d24ccfae8535 {--sqs-block-content-flex: 0; } Concert Snapshots Jessica Meyer describes Turbulent Flames as “a groovy, fiery blast,” written to burn through whatever needs releasing. The original solo instrument for Bach's Concerto in D minor isn't known for sure. It’s been played on violin, piano, organ, and harpsichord—this time, it’s the accordion’s turn. Lili Boulanger wrote D’un Matin de printemps months before her death at age 24. Though she was seriously ill at the time, the music is full of life. Stravinsky first imagined Petrushka in a dream. Bored with another project, he wrote a wild piece for piano and orchestra that became the story of a puppet who comes to life and stirs up musical mayhem. Want to learn more? Click the button below to explore articles about the composers and the pieces, and read the program notes. Dig Deeper #block-f490b7754dd8a985d565 {--sqs-block-content-flex: 0; } Explore the Music Buy Tickets #block-7fb1e84194b8a67c2965 {--sqs-block-content-flex: 0; } Wine Sponsor Before the concert and during intermission: Wine is available from our wine sponsor. Sweet treats and non-alcoholic drinks are also available. All proceeds support the Walla Walla Symphony. About the Guest Artist HANZHI WANG, ACCORDION Acclaimed for her “staggering virtuosity,” Hanzhi Wang is the only accordionist to ever join the roster of Young Concert Artists in its 63-year history. Known for her captivating stage presence and performances that display both passion and finesse, Hanzhi is an ambassador for her instrument. Hanzhi’s…