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SKY Concert Highlights: Lara Downes and Tessa Lark

Through an evening of conversation and music, Pianist and Classical California host and resident artist Lara Downes and violinist Tessa Lark weave together the rich histories of folk, bluegrass, jazz, and blues with the distinct voice of American concert music. In these clips Lara and Tessa explain the importance of each piece and why it was chosen. Enjoy!

Selections From Old American Songs by Aaron Copland

Jig and Pop

900 Miles

My Old Kentucky Home by Stephen Foster

Shenandoah

Stomp by John Corigliano

SKY Concert

Published on 12.10.2024

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