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Cristian Măcelaru brings Romanian flair to music from his homeland and beyond. Simon Trpčeski, the Macedonian pianist favored for “his combination of deft, subtle musicianship allied with virtually infallible fingers" (The Washington Post), romps through Rachmaninoff’s hearty First Piano Concerto. Superstar American composer Jessie Montgomery offers alluring Snapshots in a score co-commissioned by the BSO, and Stravinsky appears in full neoclassical regalia with the debonair Symphony in C. Capped by Enescu’s intoxicating Romanian Rhapsody, complete with local drinking songs, it will leave you wanting to raise a glass to Măcelaru and company to shout — as Romanians do — “Noroc!”

### Event Description: BSO: Rachmaninoff and Stravinsky **Date and Time:** Sunday, February 16, 2025, at 3:00 PM **Location:** The Music Center at Strathmore **Event Overview:** Join the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra for an enchanting afternoon of classical music featuring the works of Rachmaninoff and Stravinsky. Under the baton of conductor Cristian Măcelaru, this concert promises to be a captivating experience, showcasing a blend of Romanian flair and neoclassical elegance. **Program Highlights:** - **Jessie Montgomery:** *Snapshots* (BSO co-commission) - **Rachmaninoff:** *Piano Concerto No. 1* - **Stravinsky:** *Symphony in C* - **Enescu:** *Romanian Rhapsody No. 1* **Featured Artists:** - **Cristian Măcelaru, Conductor:** Known for his dynamic and expressive conducting style, Măcelaru brings a touch of his Romanian heritage to the performance. - **Simon Trpčeski, Piano:** The Macedonian pianist, celebrated for his deft and subtle musicianship, will perform Rachmaninoff’s robust First Piano Concerto. **Additional Information:** - This event is not presented by Strathmore. - Strathmore is Global Biorisk Advisory Council STAR accredited. **Tickets:** Tickets are available for purchase on the BSO website. **Plan Your Visit:** For more information on planning your visit, including directions, parking, and dining options, please refer to the Strathmore website. **Share This Event:** - Facebook - Twitter Prepare to be mesmerized by a program that spans from the alluring modern compositions of Jessie Montgomery to the intoxicating Romanian Rhapsody by Enescu, complete with local drinking songs. Raise a glass and shout "Noroc!" to celebrate this extraordinary musical journey.

Hoping to become the next great pop sensation, a young girl discovers her music teacher was the biggest star in 18th century France. In this time-bending musical adventure, Giselle learns about life’s triumphs and tragedies from the most accomplished man in Europe, the Chevalier Saint-Georges. A captivating story of passion, dreams, legacy, and hope.

### Event Description: BSO: Simply the Best: Music of Tina Turner **Event Title:** BSO: Simply the Best: Music of Tina Turner **Date and Time:** Saturday, February 21, 2025, at 8:00 PM **Location:** The Music Center at Strathmore **Event Overview:** Join the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra for an unforgettable evening celebrating the legendary Queen of Rock n’ Roll, Tina Turner. This special concert, "Simply the Best: Music of Tina Turner," will feature a selection of her greatest hits, including "Proud Mary," "What’s Love Got to Do With It," "Disco Inferno," "Private Dancer," and "Simply the Best." **Performers:** - **Conductor:** Enrico Lopez-Yañez - **Vocalists:** Shaleah Adkisson, Tamika Lawrence, Scott Coulter **Additional Information:** - This event is not presented by Strathmore. - Strathmore is Global Biorisk Advisory Council STAR accredited. **Tickets:** Tickets for this event can be purchased on the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra's website. **Plan Your Visit:** For more information on planning your visit, including directions, parking, and dining options, please refer to the Strathmore website. **Share This Event:** - Facebook - Twitter Come and celebrate the iconic musical legacy of Tina Turner with a night of electrifying performances and timeless music!

All hail the “Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll.” Tina Turner’s singular voice and decades-spanning career gave us songs that became part of the soundtrack of our lives. Join us for a celebration of Turner’s iconic musical legacy, featuring hits like "Proud Mary," "What’s Love Got to Do With It," "Disco Inferno," "Private Dancer," and "Simply the Best."

### Event Description: BSO: Mahler’s Fourth Symphony **Event Title:** BSO: Mahler’s Fourth Symphony **Date and Time:** Thursday, February 27, 2025, at 8:00 PM **Location:** The Music Center at Strathmore **Event Overview:** Join the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra for an enchanting evening featuring Mahler’s Fourth Symphony. Under the baton of Music Director Jonathon Heyward, the orchestra will take you on a musical journey through Mahler’s dreamy and melodious score, culminating in a heavenly finale. The evening will also showcase the talents of soprano Julia Bullock, who will perform both in Mahler’s Symphony No. 4 and in Jessie Montgomery’s "Five Freedom Songs." This piece, created in collaboration with Bullock, draws from a 19th-century anthology of spirituals, offering a powerful expression of the shared experience of Black Americans. **Program:** - **DVOŘÁK:** Carnival Overture - **JESSIE MONTGOMERY:** Five Freedom Songs - **MAHLER:** Symphony No. 4 **Featured Artists:** - **Conductor:** Jonathon Heyward - **Soprano:** Julia Bullock **Additional Information:** - This event is not presented by Strathmore. - Strathmore is Global Biorisk Advisory Council STAR accredited. **Tickets:** - Tickets can be purchased on the BSO website. **Plan Your Visit:** - For more information on planning your visit, including directions, parking, and dining options, please refer to the Strathmore website. **Share This Event:** - [Facebook](#) - [Twitter](#) Experience an evening of exceptional music and powerful performances with the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra at The Music Center at Strathmore. Don’t miss this opportunity to immerse yourself in the rich, emotional landscapes of Mahler, Montgomery, and Dvořák.

Jessie Montgomery, in collaboration with soprano Julia Bullock, drew from a 19th-century anthology of spirituals to create a work that articulates a powerful expression of their shared experience as Black Americans. Bullock returns for Mahler’s Symphony No. 4, with Music Director Jonathon Heyward steering the BSO through this dreamy score all the way to its heavenly, melodious finale. Dvořák's concert overture is a joyous, exuberant celebration of life, transporting the listener into the wild clamor of a carnival at nightfall.

In a surge of passion and drama, Beethoven's Fifth Symphony traces a clear narrative of darkness to light, probing the eternal questions of fate and faith. A hallmark of the violin repertoire, Berg's concerto delves into a mysterious, autumnal sound world, played to perfection by celebrated virtuoso Augustin Hadelich. Just as Berg sought spiritual solace by quoting a chorale by J.S. Bach, Martinů draws upon Beethoven's Fifth and the St. Wenceslas Chorale in this memorial to a Nazi massacre, both a tender hymn and a fervent prayer.

### Event Description: BSO: Heyward Conducts Beethoven’s Fifth **Event Title:** BSO: Heyward Conducts Beethoven’s Fifth **Date and Time:** Saturday, March 8, 2025, at 8:00 PM **Location:** The Music Center at Strathmore **Event Overview:** Join the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra for an evening of profound musical exploration as Jonathon Heyward conducts Beethoven’s Fifth Symphony. This iconic piece, known for its dramatic journey from darkness to light, will be performed alongside other significant works, creating a rich tapestry of sound and emotion. **Program:** - **BERG:** Violin Concerto - **MARTINŮ:** Memorial to Lidice - **BEETHOVEN:** Symphony No. 5 **Featured Artists:** - **Conductor:** Jonathon Heyward - **Violinist:** Augustin Hadelich **Event Highlights:** - **Beethoven’s Fifth Symphony:** A powerful narrative of fate and faith, this symphony is a cornerstone of classical music, renowned for its emotional depth and dramatic structure. - **Berg’s Violin Concerto:** A hallmark of the violin repertoire, this concerto offers a mysterious, autumnal sound world, masterfully interpreted by virtuoso Augustin Hadelich. - **Martinů’s Memorial to Lidice:** A poignant tribute to the victims of a Nazi massacre, this piece intertwines elements of Beethoven’s Fifth and the St. Wenceslas Chorale, serving as both a tender hymn and a fervent prayer. **Additional Information:** - **Tickets:** Available for purchase on the BSO website. - **Note:** This event is not presented by Strathmore. - **Accreditation:** Strathmore is Global Biorisk Advisory Council STAR accredited. **Plan Your Visit:** For more details on health, safety, and security measures, as well as directions, parking, and dining options, please visit the Strathmore website. **Share This Event:** - **Facebook** - **Twitter** Experience an unforgettable night of classical music that delves into the depths of human emotion and historical reflection. Secure your tickets now and be part of this extraordinary performance.

In this special tribute to Duke Ellington, BSO Music Director Jonathon Heyward celebrates the iconic jazz legend's philosophy of music "beyond category," intermingling America's greatest native art form with classical symphonic traditions.