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The Sinfonietta puts its own spin on the concept of “the tribute” with an exceptional program dedicated entirely to musical portraits spanning genres and centuries. From David Schiff’s love letter to icons Aretha Franklin, Ella Fitzgerald, Billie Holiday, and Sarah Vaughan to the allusively autobiographical Edward Elgar composition Enigma Variations, this string-centric performance featuring violin virtuoso Regina Carter is a fitting finale to an illustrious season.