What Makes it Great? Rob Kapilow and Gryphon Trio
Sunday, January 10, 2027 at 4:00PM
Metropolitan United Church (468 Wellington St., London, ON)
Programme
Part 1: Kapilow commentary with musical examples performed by the Gryphon Trio
Part 2: Performance of Beethoven's Piano Trio in B-flat major, op. 97 “Archduke”
Part 3: Kapilow and musicians take audience questions from the stage
"Rob Kapilow leaps into the void dividing music analysis from appreciation and fills it with exhilarating details and sensations." – The New York Times
"Musicmaking at its most communicative" – Toronto Star
Join composer and commentator Rob Kapilow for his acclaimed What Makes It Great? program, exploring Beethoven's beloved "Archduke Trio." Through engaging commentary and live performances by the Gryphon Trio, Kapilow reveals the music's brilliance in an accessible and entertaining way, offering fresh insights for both lifelong classical music lovers and newcomers alike. Whether you're a lifelong classical music enthusiast or discovering Beethoven for the first time, this illuminating program offers fresh perspectives that will deepen your appreciation and transform the way you listen.
Learn more about the Gryphon Trio and Rob Kapilow.