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Two phenomenal French stars return for a spirited evening of Russian masterworks. Stéphane Denève opens the program conducting Connesson’s Maslenitsa, written in celebration of the sunny Slavic folk festival. Then, powerhouse pianist Jean-Yves Thibaudet performs Khachaturian’s pyrotechnic Piano Concerto. To close, Ravel’s majestic orchestration of Mussorgsky’s Pictures at an Exhibition carries us through a gallery of soul-stirring emotion.

Experience the torment and colorful beauty of Tchaikovsky’s four-movement symphony inspired by Lord Byron’s poem. Hailed for his stellar stage presence and joyous musicianship, 2021 Avery Fisher Career Grant recipient and National Sphinx Competition winner Sterling Elliott joins the program to perform Saint-Saëns’ impassioned First Cello Concerto.

Exceptional all-female vocal group Lorelei Ensemble joins the NSO to perform Her Story, Julia Wolfe’s large-scale theatrical work drawn from real letters written by trailblazing suffragettes. Marin Alsop opens the concert with Rimsky-Korsakov’s Scheherazade, an exotic journey of love, peril, and intrigue inspired by the famous folktale about a clever young queen who spins 1001 fantastical stories to outwit a murderous sultan.

Don’t miss a rare opportunity to experience the sublime synergy of two musical superstars, live! For one night only, violinist Leonidas Kavakos and pianist Daniil Trifonov join forces to perform masterworks of their instruments’ repertoire. Bask in the transcendent beauty of Beethoven, the drama of Poulenc, the depth of Brahms, and the avant-garde spirit of Bartók… all in the hands of these extraordinary artists.

Discover Debussy’s delightful Images for orchestra, a series of musical postcards inspired by England, Spain, and France; and Ravel’s sultry slow-burn Boléro, with its sensuously hypnotic theme building to volcanic climax. Also on the program: Rota’s lively Trombone Concerto and Decisamente allegro by Nicola Campogrande, “one of the most interesting Italian composers of the young generation” (OperaWire).

Critics call Leonidas Kavakos’ interpretations of Shostakovich “utterly compelling.” Witness the magic live as the superstar Greek violinist returns to perform Shostakovich’s explosive, unpredictable Violin Concerto No. 2. To close, Stravinsky’s striking ballet score Petrushka dazzles with vivid colors, irresistible rhythms, incandescent brass and winds… a rich bouquet of assorted, ear-rousing moments!

Comprising titled musicians of the National Symphony Orchestra, this acclaimed ensemble presents chamber music classics.

Comprising titled musicians of the National Symphony Orchestra, this acclaimed ensemble presents chamber music classics.

Join us for an unforgettable evening of classical music at the Alexander W. Dreyfoos Concert Hall on March 23, 2025, featuring the National Symphony Orchestra under the baton of the esteemed Music Director Gianandrea Noseda. This special performance will showcase the incredible talent of three-time GRAMMY winner and Musical America’s 2023 Artist of the Year, Hilary Hahn, on violin. The evening's program promises a journey through the evocative and glamorous world of Korngold’s Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 35, blending Viennese romance with the allure of Old Hollywood. The concert will also feature Carlos Simon's "Four Black American Dances" and culminate in a powerful rendition of Beethoven’s iconic Symphony No. 5 in C Minor, Op. 67. Enhance your concert experience with the "Beyond The Stage" pre-concert talk from 1:00 pm to 1:30 pm in Persson Hall. Hosted by the Kravis Center’s Classical Artistic Advisor, Phillip Bergmann, this insightful discussion will provide fascinating background on the music, musicians, and composers featured in the performance, including special guest interviews. This concert is proudly sponsored by Leonard and Sophie Davis, with additional support for the "Beyond The Stage" talk provided by Nancy and Jay Parker. Don't miss this extraordinary fusion of musical brilliance and historical depth, all in the heart of West Palm Beach. For tickets and more information, please visit our official website, kravis.org, to ensure you're purchasing directly from us and avoiding overpriced tickets from unauthorized distributors. Join us for a classical music experience that promises to be both enlightening and exhilarating.

Explore the vastness of space with music inspired by the planets, stars, and beyond! In anticipation of the September 2025 voyage of Artemis II, the National Symphony Orchestra celebrates the discoveries and beauty of space through music and images.