concerto
noun
con·cer·to
kən-ˈcher-(ˌ)tō 
also -ˈchər-
plural concerti
kən-ˈcher-(ˌ)tē
also -ˈchər-
or concertos
: a piece for one or more soloists and orchestra with three contrasting movements
a violin concerto
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The concerto also featured solos on the Venezuelan cuatro by Héctor Molina, but his name was only announced last minute, due to current travel uncertainty.
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Classical Music Critic, Los Angeles Times, 3 Feb. 2026
The six concertos Bartok wrote are exquisite.
—George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 Jan. 2026
Performing Saint-Saëns’ concerto, Kim shows proficiency and poise, with the ability to make her notes angelic.
—Sheila Regan, Twin Cities, 7 Nov. 2025
Presenting the young winners of the annual concerto competition, accompanied by the full Alhambra Orchestra.
—Mike Hamersly, Miami Herald, 19 Sep. 2025
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Classical Music Critic, Los Angeles Times, 3 Feb. 2026
The six concertos Bartok wrote are exquisite.
—George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 Jan. 2026
Performing Saint-Saëns’ concerto, Kim shows proficiency and poise, with the ability to make her notes angelic.
—Sheila Regan, Twin Cities, 7 Nov. 2025
Presenting the young winners of the annual concerto competition, accompanied by the full Alhambra Orchestra.
—Mike Hamersly, Miami Herald, 19 Sep. 2025
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concerto
noun
con·cer·to
kən-ˈchert-ō
plural concerti
-(ˌ)ē
or concertos
or concertos
: a piece for one or more soloists and orchestra usually in three movements
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