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Ray Chen

Ray Chen

“Colors dance, moods swing, and Chen’s artistry blazes.” —The Times, London

Superstar violinist Ray Chen redefines what it means to be a classical musician in the 21st century. With a global reach that enhances and inspires a new classical audience, Ray Chen’s incredible musicianship transmits to millions around the world, reflected through his engagement both online and with the foremost orchestras, and in concert halls around the world. This much-anticipated performance features works by Bach, Saint-Saëns, Franck, and more.

“Chen’s full-bodied lyricism … made for beautifully contoured phrases in the violin’s highest, riskiest registers.” —The New York Times

“Ray Chen can do pretty much anything he wants on the violin.” —Anne Midgette, The Washington Post

Vitali: Chaconne
Bach: Fugue from his Sonata No. 1 in G Minor
Beethoven: Sonata No. 5, “Spring”
Saint-Saëns: Introduction et Rondo Capriccioso
Franck: Sonata for Violin and Piano

Media sponsor: WKAR

Wharton Center For Performing Arts
07:30 PM - 11:59 PM on Sat, 16 Mar 2024
Wharton Center For Performing Arts
750 E. Shaw Ln
East Lansing, Michigan 48824
1-800-WHARTON
wharton@msu.edu