Sundays June 2nd, 9th and 16th at 2:00 PM.
The Scandinavian Music Festival in Fort Tryon Park, now in its 14th season, is a unique series of three outdoor summer concerts performed by musicians of the Scandia Symphony and guest artists on Sundays in June. The concerts took place in a scenic and attractive venue, on Billings Lawn, below the Heather Garden and with spectacular views of the Hudson River. The artists spoke to the audience as they introduced musical characteristics and history of the music and the culture and traditions of Scandinavia.
PROGRAMS:
June 2nd, 2019 at 2:00 PM: The Scandia String Quartet was joined by flutist Lisa Hansen for a performance of the Quintet in A Major by Friedrich Kuhlau. Other composers featured on this program were Lars-Erik Larsson, Jean Sibelius, Edward Grieg and Frank Foerster.
June 9th, 2019 at 2:00 PM: The Scandia Brass Quintet performed their popular repertoire of contemporary and traditional compositions and arrangements, representing music from each of the five Scandinavian countries, including five national anthems.
June 16th, 2019 at 2:00 PM: Scandia Strings. The String Orchestra performed works by Frank Foerster, Johan Helmich Roman and Asger Hamerik. Soloist: Frank Foerster, Viola.
Music Director/Conductor: Dorrit Matson
