Marking the 130th anniversary of Paul Hindemith’s birth, this concert shines a light on a composer whose music—often misunderstood or overlooked—reveals wit, craftsmanship, and expressive depth. Known for his prolific output, Hindemith famously wrote sonatas for nearly every instrument, each demanding and rewarding in their own right. Featuring a selection of his instrumental sonatas performed by YST faculty, the programme seeks to dispel enduring myths surrounding his music—both about its supposed atonality and its fearsome technical challenges.
PROGRAMME
Sonata for Flute and Piano (1936)
I. Heiter bewegt
II. Sehr langsam
III. Sehr lebhaftÂ
ERIC TAVIN LAMB, flute
LIM YAN, pianoÂ
Sonata for Tuba and Piano (1955)
I. Allegro pesante
II. Allegro assai
III. Variationen: Moderato, commodoÂ
BRETT STEMPLE, Tuba
ALBERT TIU, Piano
 Sonata for Viola and Piano, Op.11 No.4 (1919)
I. Fantasie: Ruhig
II. Thema mit Variationen: Ruhig und einfach, wie ein Volkslied
III. Finale (mit Variationen): Sehr lebhaftÂ
KUNG YU-NING (BMus2), Viola
LIU JIA, Piano
 – 10 minutes intermission –
 Sonata for Trombone and Piano (1941)
I. Allegro moderato maestoso
II. Allegation graziosoÂ
III. Swashbuckler’s Song – Lied des Raufbolds: Allegro pesante
IV. Allegro moderato maestoso
ALLEN MEEK, trombone
JONATHAN SHIN, piano
 Konzertmusik, Op.49, for Piano, Brass & 2 Harps (1930)
I. Ruhig gehende Viertel
II. Lebhaft
III. Sehr ruhig. Variationen
IV. Mäßig schnell, kraftvoll
ALBERT TIU, piano
JON DANTE, conductor
YEN SHIH-HSIN, horn
TSENG HUA-CHIH, horn
LAU EN QI CHLOE, horn
LIN SHU-YU, horn
LAU WEN RONG, trumpet
RAVIT LEELASIRI, trumpet
ZHANG JINGHAO, trumpet
SAM ARMSTRONG, trombone
KWAI MING YANG LUCAS, trombone
LIM JUNYI, tuba
VANESSA JAZZY WAHYUDY IRWANTO, harp
ZENG YAN, harp
TICKETING INFORMATION
Tickets at $15 via yst.eventbrite.com
Patrons without valid tickets will not be allowed entry. Out of respect for all patrons, late admission will only be allowed at suitable intervals. No children under 6 years of age will be allowed admission. Food and drinks are not allowed inside the venue.
No refunds, exchanges, or cancellations will be accepted for inability to attend, change of plans, or failure to show up on the day of the event/session.
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ACCESSIBILITY
YST offers step-free access from the street to all venues within the building. Accessible seating arrangements can be made for patrons with access needs. If you require more information about our facilities or wish to book accessible seats, please contact muscomms@nus.edu.sg