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Vanguard favorite rewards audience
DAYTON — Celebrating its 10th anniversary as an ensemble, the celebrated Claremont Trio made a return trip to Dayton this week to open the 47th season of Vanguard Concerts at the Dayton Art Institute.
The performance Friday night, Sept. 26, was the group’s fifth appearance under Vanguard’s auspices, making Dayton one of its most frequent — and favorite — stops, according to pianist Donna Kwong.
The Claremont, which also features twin sisters Emily Bruskin (violin) and Julia Bruskin (cello), is likewise a favorite with the Vanguard audience, which eschewed the evening’s live television broadcast of the first presidential debate in order to attend the trio’s concert.
The young women rewarded the small crowd’s loyalty by presenting a memorable performance loaded with artistic vitality and emotional intensity. The political debate could be taped for later watching, but there’s no capturing the full effect of a live musical concert.
The program featured works by Franz Joseph Hadyn (Piano Trio in G Major, Hob. XV:25), Bedrich Smetana (Piano Trio in g minor, Op. 15) and Antonin Dvorak (Piano Trio in f minor, Op. 65).
The Smetana, an expressive and demanding piece new to many in the audience, was the highlight of the first half of the evening.
The second half was devoted to the Dvorak, a beautiful and profound work of almost symphonic range, which the Claremont played as of one mind — and heart.
The Vanguard Concerts season continues Oct. 17, with a performance by violinist Mayuko Kamio. For more information, call (937) 436-0244 or (937) 512-0144.
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