Celebrated worldwide throughout his illustrious career, British cellist Steven Isserlis gives a rare Ottawa performance with Canadian pianist Connie Shih. Isserlis brings character, intensity, and beauty to the stage in a program of Russian masterpieces.

• Steven Isserliscello
• Connie Shihpiano

Dmitry Kabalevsky (1904 – 1987) | Cello Sonata in B-flat major, Op. 71

Igor Stravinsky (1882 – 1971) | Russian Maiden’s Song

Sergei Rachmaninoff (1873 – 1943) | Cello Sonata in G minor, Op. 19
I. Lento – Allegro Moderato – II. Allegro scherzando – III. Andante – IV. Allegro mosso