James Wilhelmsen, piano. Chen Yi, a rising star prodigy through her early years in Beijing, China, is the gold medalist of the 2008 China International Violin Competition held in Qing Dao. Her international performances and recording activity have made Chen Yi a most sought-after young virtuoso violinist. Her recital and concerto repertoire is extensive having performed in the United States, Italy, Finland, Japan, Monaco and China. She is a master who performs with technical wizardry, enchanting musical lines and a compelling stage presence.

PROGRAM: Vivaldi - Sonata in A Major; Beethoven - Sonata No. 5, Op. 24, "Spring"; Mendelssohn - On Wings of Song; Kreisler - Liebesleid, Schon Rosmarin; de Sarasate - Zapateado; Paganini - God Save the King; Waxman - Carmen Fantasy