Jonah Kim and Friends

This concert brings together distinguished international musicians: Jonah Kim (cello), Sean Kennard (piano), Doori Na (violin), Eric Silberger (violin),  Adrián Barrera (violin), Madylin Alford (viola), and Guillermo Sánchez (cello), who will delight the audience with their virtuosity and deep passion for music.

 

Jonah Kim
Cellist and artistic director, renowned for his warm, expressive sound. His programming has been compared to Purcell’s masques and Wagner’s operas for its sensory and conceptual richness.

 

Sean Kennard Internationally awarded pianist, known for combining impeccable technique with profound interpretive sensitivity. He has performed at venues such as the Kennedy Center and Alice Tully Hall.

 

Doori Na A versatile violinist with a remarkable career in both contemporary and classical music. His playing is known for its technical precision and emotional depth.

 

Eric Silberger
Celebrated for his virtuosity and creativity, he has captivated global audiences with vibrant, memorable performances.

 

Adrián Barrera
Violinist from Guanajuato and concertmaster of the Querétaro Philharmonic. His career spans teaching, international tours, and a strong presence in the Mexican music scene.

 

Madylin Alford
American violist trained at West Texas A&M. She currently serves as principal violist of the Querétaro Philharmonic and is an active composer, with works including string quartets and symphonic pieces.

 

Guillermo Sánchez
Mexican cellist trained at the Universidad Veracruzana. A soloist with the Querétaro Philharmonic, he has studied with renowned teachers and has been a member of the orchestra’s Camerata since 2016.

 

PROGRAM

Gabriel Fauré (1845–1924)
Piano Quartet No. 1 in C minor, Op. 15
I. Allegro molto moderato
II. Scherzo: Allegro vivo
III. Adagio
IV. Allegro molto

Performers:
Sean Kennard, piano
Doori Na, violin
Madylin Alford, viola
Jonah Kim, cello

 

Sheridan Seyfried (b. 1984)
Piano Trio No. 3

Performers:
Sean Kennard, piano
Eric Silberger, viola
Jonah Kim, cello

 

Intermission

 

Sheridan Seyfried (b. 1984)
World Premiere – New work for piano and cello

Performers:
Sean Kennard, piano
Jonah Kim, cello

 

Johannes Brahms (1833–1897)
String Sextet in B-flat Major, Op. 18
I. Allegro ma non troppo
II. Andante ma moderato
III. Scherzo: Allegro molto
IV. Rondo: Poco allegretto e grazioso

Performers:
Doori Na, violin
Adrián Barrera, violin
Eric Silberger, viola
Madylin Alford, viola
Guillermo Sánchez, cello
Jonah Kim, cello

 

Presented by the Music Society of San Miguel as part of the 2025 Festival de las Artes de San Miguel de Allende (FASMA).