The Portland Youth Philharmonic celebrated its 101st season finale on May 4 at the Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall, delivering a diverse program encompassing works by Robert Schumann, Valerie Coleman, Ruth Gipps, and Dmitri Shostakovich. Musical Director David Hattner led the orchestra and 17-year-old pianist Hansen Berrett, who excelled in Shostakovich's Piano Concerto No. 2. The concert's emotional highlights included a poignant tribute to Uvalde through Coleman's 'Tracing Visions' and a compelling opening with Schumann's 'Manfred Overture,' all conveying complex emotions and artistry from young musicians.
The Portland Youth Philharmonic closed its 101st season with a challenging program featuring works by Schumann, Coleman, Gipps, and Shostakovich, under David Hattner.
Pianist Hansen Berrett impressed with an immaculate performance of Shostakovich's Piano Concerto No. 2, connecting personally with the piece through his age and skill.
Valerie Coleman's 'Tracing Visions' was performed with emotional depth by the orchestra, reflecting on the Uvalde School massacre, combining sorrow and hope.
Schumann's 'Manfred Overture' opened the concert, showcasing the orchestra's ability to convey intense emotions and the protagonist's internal struggles.
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