Arts in the Afternoon Beethoven Inspiration

Many composers have been inspired by Beethoven. Listeners have, too, though few listeners express that inspiration in music they’ve composed themselves. Enter American composer Kenji Bunch. Bunch is a viola player, and he has long loved Beethoven’s Serenade for flute, violin, and viola. Inspired by Beethoven, Bunch wrote his own Serenade and it was premiered by the Ivy Street Ensemble in 2013. At this performance, you’ll hear both Bunch’s Serenade, along with the original Beethoven piece that inspired it. Ivy Street will be joined by concert host Betsy Schwarm, sharing insights into the music.

Arts in the Afternoon is a monthly hour-long program that features some of the finest classical, jazz, opera, and other artists from the Denver metro area. Many shows include an educational component, with the artists sharing historical and artistic insights about their program. Following most performances, patrons enjoy complimentary refreshments and conversation with artists. This series also includes full-length matinees of our theatrical productions.