This program is presented by Susan Svrček.

Composed in 1941 by the composer while held captive as a prisoner of war during World War II and premiered in the same year, outdoors and in the rain, January 15, for about 400 prisoners and guards

Performed by

Susan Svrček, piano
Jacqueline Suzuki, violin
James Sullivan, clarinet
Lynn Angebranndt, cello