While school is out for summer, we're giving you a sneak peak into this season of Intermezzo's content. This is Summer School with the Lang Lang Young Scholars.
Some teens went on summer vacations to the beach or the movies, but the Lang Lang Young Scholars have spent this summer touring around the world. They even stopped by northern Michigan venues for a series of special recitals and events.
About Olivia Larco
15 years old, from Pasadena, California
What imagery are you thinking of when performing?
"This piece has a nickname, 'The Hunt.' It has a very lively feel, like a fox hunt in the morning. It's very theatrical in a way.
"I also imagine an opera scene, maybe in a ballroom with lots of dialogue. It almost seems like two people talking to each other in a playful way. Once the tempo picks up, it's like they're dancing and getting faster and faster."
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About the Lang Lang Young Scholars Foundation
These young artists are participating as part of a new summer initiative, created through a partnership between Interlochen Center for the Arts and the Lang Lang Young Scholars Program — a multi-year mentorship program for pianists under 18.
Founded in 2008 by Lang Lang, the Lang Lang International Music Foundation (LLIMF) strives to educate, inspire and motivate the next generation of music lovers and performers.
Christy L'Esperance is the host and producer of Intermezzo.
Marc Lacuesta engineered today's music recording.
Gracie Westergaard engineered today's interview.
Scott Clemens is IPR's Digital Content Producer.
