October 14, 2021

The chromatophore is the specialized cell that allows a chameleon to change its color, and Ryan Davis’ program seeks to explore that malleability as a composer and violist. This program underlines today’s plurality of taste and access, juxtaposing Ryan’s original compositions with electronics, unaccompanied solo Bach, and even a cover of Daft Punk.

 

Program:

Ryan Davis, Dreaming, After All
Ryan Davis, Blood Orange
Bach, Cello Suite No. 4 in E-flat Major, BWV 1010
II. Allemande
Vieuxtemps, Capriccio, Op. posth. “Hommage à Paganini”
Ryan Davis, Tokyostep
Bach, Cello Suite No. 4 in E-flat Major, BWV 1010
 III. Courante
 V. Bourrée I
 VI. Bourrée II
Daft Punk arr. Ryan Davis, Get Lucky
Ryan Davis, Set A Fire In My Snow
Ryan Davis, Colour You Like