Lisa van Wyk (flute)Eugene Joubert (piano)Embark on a captivating musical journey with flautist Lisa van Wyk and pianist Eugene Joubert. This recital showcases a diverse program, from Baroque to new music. The concert opens with J.S. Bach’s Sonata in E minor, BWV 1034, a Baroque piece filled with lyrical elegance and intricate interplay between flute and piano. Next, Reinecke’s Undine Sonata, Op. 167 takes the audience into the mythical world of the water spirit Undine, with flowing melodies and dramatic contrasts evoking her enchanting tale. The mood shifts to exhilarating virtuosity with Ian Clarke’s The Great Train Race, a composition that imitates the sounds and energy of a high-speed train, using extended techniques. The recital concludes with Benjamin Godard’s Suite de trois morceaux, Op. 116 is a charming Romantic suite that blends grace, brilliance, and lyricism, leaving the listener nostalgic.
