Collaborators

Nicholas Sievers, conductor
Ryan Cheng and Katie Allen, violins
Nasr Ali Sheikh and Hannah Wendorf, violas
Rocio Lopez Sanchez, cello
Miles Graber, piano

Johann Sebastian Bach (1685-1750)
Cello Suite No. 3 in C Major, BWV 1009
     I. Prélude
     II. Allemande
     III. Courante
     IV. Sarabande
     V. Bourée I
     VI. Bourée II
     VII. Gigue

Carl Stamitz (1745-1801)
Viola Concerto in D Major, Op. 1
     I. Allegro non troppo
     II. Andante moderato
     III. Rondo Allegretto
Nicholas Sievers, conductor
Ryan Cheng and Katie Allen, violins
Nasr Ali Sheikh and Hannah Wendorf, violas
Rocio Lopez Sanchez, cello

Arnold Bax (1883-1953)
Viola Sonata GP 251
     I. Molto moderato
     II. Allegro energetico ma non troppo
     III. Molto Lento
Miles Graber, piano

George Enescu (1881-1955)
Concert Piece for Viola and Piano
Miles Graber, piano

About SFCM’s Viola Department

Study viola at SFCM and bring this traditionally mid-range instrument to the vanguard of the performing world. Four faculty members and about 20 students make up SFCM’s viola department. Studio sizes are kept small, ensuring performance opportunities and tailored instruction for each student in the department. Ensembles available to viola players include baroque and early-music ensembles, contemporary groups, and the Conservatory Orchestra.