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International concert violinist and recording artist Rachel Barton Pine is acclaimed for her artistry, versatility, and commitment to expanding the violin repertoire. She performs classical violin masterworks with leading orchestras worldwide, champions works by Black composers and other historically underrepresented voices, and premieres new violin concertos by today’s most exciting composers. A celebrated soloist and collaborator, Rachel brings passion, precision, and storytelling to the stage and to her extensive discography of award-winning violin recordings
Love and War, Baroque Style | Violin & Orchestra
Rachel Barton Pine serves as soloist and leader, transforming the symphony into a baroque orchestra in this program full of colorful and evocative music.
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American Traditions | Solo Violin or Violin & Piano
This program is a classical celebration of the violin’s American folk music roots, traversing the European dance music of early immigrants to its transformation into a uniquely American style thanks to the influence of African-American music-making.
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Dancing Together: Classical Violin Meets Scottish Fiddle | Violin & Orchestra
Rachel Barton Pine is featured as soloist in lush, Romantic classical works full of gorgeous traditional Scots tunes by Bruch and Mackenzie, interspersed with Celtic-flavored symphonic works.
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America's Cultural Stage | Violin & Piano
Black musicians have shaped classical music for centuries; this recital honors and recognizes the artists and art forms who have shaped our cultural heritage. Dvorak’s Sonatina is one of his American-flavored works, particularly inspired by the music of African Americans.
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Baroque to the Present | Violin & Harpsichord
Rachel Barton Pine and Jory Vinikour are both renowned for their interpretations of the music of J.S. Bach. They are also lifelong friends. The two musicians enjoy getting together to read sonatas whenever they are in the same city, and in 2018, realized a longtime dream of recording Bach’s six sonatas for violin and keyboard.
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An Evening with Clara, Marie, Amanda, and Johannes | Violin & Piano
This program celebrates the close-knit friendships and musical partnerships among Clara Schumann (1819-1896), Johannes Brahms (1833-1897), Amanda Maier (1853-1894), and Marie Soldat (1863-1955). Brahms performed his own Violin Sonata No. 3 in D minor with both Marie Soldat and Amanda Maier, and made numerous revisions to the score based on Maier’s advice. Clara Schumann was a close musical collaborator and lifelong friend of Brahms.
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Explore Rachel’s diverse repertoire for violin and orchestra—featuring works by Black composers, living composers, Romantic-era gems, and beloved classics from the standard repertoire.
