Travel with host, Mexico City Philharmonic chief conductor Scott Yoo, in this special mini-series taking viewers on a voyage of musical discovery for aficionados and neophytes alike.
Great Performances: Now Hear This airs Fridays through May 5 at 9 p.m. on WXXI-TV.
Each episode reveals the creative process behind a diverse range of classical music in both historic and modern-day periods. This season explores themes and stories of gifted young artists, virtuosos, and even Scott Yoo’s own experiences as a composer.
Rachmaninoff Reborn • April 25 Yevgeny Sudbin and Scott Yoo explain the premise behind Rachmaninoff’s “Rhapsody on Paganini” and then perform the piece.
Barrios: Chopin of the Guitar • May 2 Explore the work of two legendary virtuosos, Niccolò Paganini and Robert Johnson, along with stars of today, Augustin Hadelich and Keb’ Mo’. Joined by Cirque du Soleil acrobats, discover the secrets of being a virtuoso.
Photo: Scott Yoo • Provided by PBS