Igor Levit has established himself as “one of the essential artists of his generation” (The New York Times). His debut recital at the Mondavi Center features a program rich with thematic interconnections and virtuosity.
Friday, November 2, 2018 - 8:00pm
This exhilarating female a cappella quintet from Zimbabwe present luminous shows that feature a fusion of traditional Zimbabwean music, Afro jazz and gospel. Pure voices, minimalistic percussion, traditional instruments and authentic dance promote positive change through the unifying power of music.
Saturday, November 3, 2018 - 8:00pm
This exhilarating female a cappella quintet from Zimbabwe present luminous shows that feature a fusion of traditional Zimbabwean music, Afro jazz and gospel. Pure voices, minimalistic percussion, traditional instruments and authentic dance promote positive change through the unifying power of music.
Sunday, November 4, 2018 - 2:00pm
Using a magical mix of dance, text, visuals and sound, Chotto Desh celebrates the resilience of the human spirit in the modern world and promises to be a thrilling and poignant dance theater experience for families to enjoy together.
Friday, November 9, 2018 - 8:00pm
Sammy Miller and The Congregation make music that entertains and enriches—but most of all, uplifts. The group’s onstage antics add an extra dash of uplift to a style of music they like to call joyful jazz. Fans of The Hot Sardines and Jon Batiste should not miss this Mondavi Center debut.
Saturday, November 10, 2018 - 8:00pm
Violinist Pinchas Zukerman has remained a phenomenon in the world of classical music for more than four decades. In the words of The Herald (Glasgow) “His sound is utterly inimitable … And the molten gold that streams from the instrument is completely breathtaking.”
Monday, November 12, 2018 - 7:00pm
For over a century, the Czech Philharmonic has represented the pinnacle of Czech cultural achievement. Semyon Bychkov leads an all-Tchaikovsky evening featuring pianist Kirill Gerstein performing the original, less-bombastic, more lyrical version of Tchaikovsky’s Piano Concerto No. 1 in B-flat Minor.
Wednesday, November 14, 2018 - 8:00pm
“I’m looking forward to being on the road with a beautiful new album (Whistle Down The Wind) of which I am truly proud,” says Joan Baez. “I welcome the opportunity to share this new music as well as longtime favorites with my audiences around the world.”
Saturday, December 1, 2018 - 8:00pm
Brown, a former dancer with Ronald K. Brown/ EVIDENCE, leads her troupe through dazzling excavations of ancestral stories with a keen sense of theatricality, gutsy moves and deep musicality. This program features Mr. TOL E. RAncE (2012); excerpts from BLACK GIRL: Linguistic Play (2015) and ink (2017); and New Second Line.
Sunday, December 2, 2018 - 2:00pm
Join the Alexander String Quartet as they explore the complete string quartets of Shostakovich over two seasons, performing Quartets 3 and 4 on this program.