Violin and Piano Recital: Bloch, Franck, Bach, and Sarasate, with Mark Peskanov and Doris Stevenson
About This Event
Violinist Mark Peskanov and pianist Doris Stevenson present a program at Bargemusic featuring works by Ernest Bloch, César Franck, Johann Sebastian Bach and Pablo de Sarasate. The program juxtaposes Bloch’s American‑era pieces that reflect his Jewish heritage, Franck’s French Romanticism, Bach’s Baroque textures and Sarasate’s Spanish violin virtuosity; Peskanov, a familiar Bargemusic presence who moves between classical and rock/pop contexts, favors structural clarity and forward momentum.
About the Artists
Mark Peskanov
Mark Peskanov is an American violinist whose work spans solo playing, chamber music, composing, conducting, and curating concerts. In New York City he is a familiar presence at Bargemusic, appearing in programs such as Mozart’s Clarinet Quintet and Schubert’s Octet alongside clarinetist Alexander Fiterstein and the Semplice Players.
Ernest Bloch
Ernest Bloch was a Swiss-born American composer. Bloch was a preeminent artist in his day, and left a lasting legacy. He is recognized as one of the most significant Swiss composers in history. Several of his most notable compositions reflect his Jewish heritage.
Johann Sebastian Bach
Johann Sebastian Bach, a luminary of the Baroque era, finds his masterpieces brought to life through dance by the New York City Ballet. At the heart of Lincoln Center, his timeless compositions are reimagined in a stunning ballet series known as "All Bach.
Pablo de Sarasate
Pablo Martín Melitón de Sarasate y Navascués was a Spanish virtuoso violinist, composer, and conductor of the Romantic period. His best known works include Zigeunerweisen, the Spanish Dances, and the Carmen Fantasy.