BEETHOVEN | Variations on “La ci darem la mano” from Don Giovanni by Mozart
IDA | Scherzo
MUCZYNSKI | Fragments
TOMASI | Concert champêtre
MOZART | Divertimento
JOPLIN | Maple Leaf Rag

Scott Metlicka, flute
Gene Collerd, clarinet
Vincent Disantis, bassoon

Join us at Barrington’s White House for a spine-tingling musical experience with the Elgin Symphony Orchestra String Quartet. This Halloween-themed concert is perfect for families, children, and music lovers of all ages. Come dressed in your favorite Halloween costume and enjoy a program that introduces younger audiences to the beauty and excitement of orchestral music.   

This event continues our tradition of celebrating the spooky season with enchanting performances that delight audiences of all ages. It’s a wonderful way to foster a love for music in young listeners and create lasting memories for the whole family.

Nazar Dzhuryn, Assistant Principal Cellist of the Elgin Symphony Orchestra, will be joined by Steinway Artist Susan Merdinger for a captivating duo recital featuring works by Beethoven, Franck, and Ravel. A native of Lviv, Ukraine, Nazar enjoys a distinguished and versatile career as a soloist, chamber musician, orchestral performer, and educator. His collaborative partner, Susan Merdinger, is an acclaimed American pianist and conductor whose performances are celebrated for their expressive depth, technical mastery, and artistic versatility.

ESO Concertmaster Isabella Lippi leads a dynamic program of music for piano trio, showcasing the nuance, intimacy, and collaborative spirit of chamber music at its finest. This program kicks off Gail Borden Library’s 20th season of Sunday Afternoon Concerts.

BRAHMS | Piano Trio No. 1
PAUL SCHOENFIELD | Café Music