The Challenge of Beethoven: Midori with the ASO

In the 2012-13 season, violinist Midori will celebrate the 30th anniversary of her performing career. She made her debut at age 11 as a surprise guest soloist with the New York Philharmonic in 1982. Today Midori is recognized as an extraordinary performer, a devoted and gifted educator, and an innovative community engagement activist. Last night, Robert Spano opened his 12th — and the Orchestra’s 68th — season with twin peaks of the repertoire: Beethoven’s grand and poetic Violin Concerto with Midori as guest soloist. She paid us a visit and spoke with Lois Reitzes about her relationship with the piece.

For more details on Midori’s performances with the Atlanta Symphony, check their website here.