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Regional Spotlight: Shai Wosner and Steven Copes

Ludwig van Beethoven, Violin Sonata No. 4: Andante scherzoso - Steven Copes/Shai Wosner

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Shai Wosner
Pianist Shai Wosner is eagerly sought after by his colleagues for his versatility and spirit of partnership. He has collaborated with Pinchas Zukerman, Lynn Harrell, Ralph Kirshbaum, Christian Tetzlaff and for a recent concert, SPCO Concertmaster Steven Copes.
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There were oohs and aahs (you'll hear them) at a performance a few weeks ago.

Long time friends, SPCO concertmaster Steven Copes and pianist Shai Wosner played Beethoven to open their Music in the Park recital.

Steven Copes
Steven Copes joined the SPCO as Concertmaster in 1998 and has led the orchestra from the chair in several highly acclaimed, eclectic programs.
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You'll ooh and ahh too when you hear a portion of the Beethoven Sonata No. 4 from that recital in this week's Regional Spotlight.

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Music in the Park Series - Sunday, January 30, 2011

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Shai Wosner
Pianist Shai Wosner is eagerly sought after by his colleagues for his versatility and spirit of partnership. He has collaborated with Pinchas Zukerman, Lynn Harrell, Ralph Kirshbaum, Christian Tetzlaff and for a recent concert, SPCO Concertmaster Steven Copes.
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