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A Symphony of Sounds: The 2025 Philadelphia Orchestra Season

As the curtains rise at the newly dedicated Marian Anderson Hall, The Philadelphia Orchestra prepares to embark on a spectacular season of performances. With a diverse lineup including the works of Bach, Haydn, Brahms, Beethoven, and more, the orchestra promises to deliver an unforgettable series of concerts. Highlights feature distinguished conductors and soloists like Masaaki Suzuki, Fabio Luisi, and Hélène Grimaud, bringing their unique interpretations to the stage. Join us on this musical journey through time and emotion, set to captivate audiences in the heart of Philadelphia.

Feb 7, 2025
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1. Bach and Haydn
**Bach and Haydn with The Philadelphia Orchestra** Join us for an unforgettable evening as The Philadelphia Orchestra, under the baton of the esteemed Masaaki Suzuki, presents a masterful program featuring the works of Bach and Haydn. This special performance will take place at Verizon Hall, now rededicated as Marian Anderson Hall, showcasing the Orchestra's commitment to excellence and heritage. **Dates and Times:** - Friday, February 7, 2025, at 8:00 PM - Saturday, February 8, 2025, at 8:00 PM **Program Highlights:** - Bach: Orchestral Suite No. 3, including the beloved "Air on the G String" movement. - Haydn: Symphony No. 104, "London," a masterful conclusion to Haydn's symphonic works. **Conductor:** Masaaki Suzuki, renowned for his profound interpretations of Bach's compositions, brings his expertise and passion to the podium, promising an evening of "breathtaking tangible elation as well as contemplation and control" (Gramophone). **Venue:** Verizon Hall at the Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, newly named Marian Anderson Hall, provides the perfect setting for this musical journey. **Subscription Packages:** This performance is available as part of the 2024-25 Subscription Package, offering magnificent programming and exclusive subscriber benefits. Choose from Saturday Evening A, Saturday Evening B, or Create Your Own package to tailor your experience. **Tickets and Information:** For tickets and further details, please visit EnsembleArtsPhilly.org or contact the ticket sales team at 215.893.1999. Subscriber services can be reached at 215.893.1955 for any inquiries. Don't miss this opportunity to experience the timeless beauty of Bach and Haydn performed by one of the world's leading orchestras in the heart of Philadelphia.
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7 - 8 Feb, 2025
Philadelphia Orchestra

Philadelphia, PA · Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts

2. Brahms’s Symphony No. 4
Experience the unparalleled mastery of Leonidas Kavakos as he brings Erich Korngold's Violin Concerto to life with the Philadelphia Orchestra. This exceptional performance, under the baton of conductor Fabio Luisi, promises an evening of exquisite music that spans the emotional spectrum. The concert will also feature Sørensen's "Evening Land" and Brahms's Symphony No. 4, offering a brilliant study in contrasts from dark mystery to sunlit joy. Join us at Verizon Hall, soon to be rededicated as Marian Anderson Hall, for this unforgettable musical journey. Performances are scheduled for Friday, February 21, 2025, at 2:00 PM, Saturday, February 22, 2025, at 8:00 PM, and Sunday, February 23, 2025, at 2:00 PM. This event is part of the 2024-25 Subscription Package, providing exclusive benefits and magnificent programming. Don't miss the opportunity to witness the artistry of Leonidas Kavakos, a violinist celebrated as one of the greatest instrumentalists of our time, in a program that showcases the golden age of Hollywood through Korngold's cinematic scores and concludes with the breathless beauty of Brahms's Fourth Symphony. For tickets and subscription details, visit EnsembleArtsPhilly.org or contact our ticket and subscriber services. Embrace this chance to be part of a musical experience that promises to leave you breathless.
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21 - 23 Feb, 2025
Philadelphia Orchestra

Philadelphia, PA · Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts

3. Spotlight Series: Daniil Trifonov
Join us for an unforgettable evening at Verizon Hall with the Spotlight Series featuring the extraordinary talents of Daniil Trifonov. This special performance is scheduled for Wednesday, February 26, 2025, at 8:00 PM. Prepare to be captivated by Trifonov's remarkable piano skills as he takes you on an emotional and auditory journey. His ability to blend delicate passages with explosive climaxes showcases his deep connection to the music and his instrument. Please note, The Philadelphia Orchestra will not perform during this concert, allowing the spotlight to fully shine on Trifonov's solo performance. This event is a part of the 2024-25 Subscription Package, offering magnificent programming and exclusive benefits to subscribers. Don't miss this opportunity to experience the magic of Daniil Trifonov live in concert. For more information on tickets and subscription packages, please visit our website or contact our ticket and subscriber services. *Programs, artists, dates, prices, and availability are subject to change.
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Feb 26, 2025
Philadelphia Orchestra

Philadelphia, PA · Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts

4. Hélène Grimaud Plays Brahms
**Hélène Grimaud Plays Brahms with The Philadelphia Orchestra** Join us for a mesmerizing evening as the world-renowned pianist Hélène Grimaud takes the stage with The Philadelphia Orchestra, under the baton of conductor Yannick Nézet-Séguin. This special performance will feature Brahms's First Piano Concerto, a masterpiece that showcases Grimaud's astonishing proficiency and poetic sensibilities, as praised by The Washington Post. **Event Details:** - **Dates and Times:** - Thursday, February 27, 2025, at 7:30 PM - Friday, February 28, 2025, at 2:00 PM - Saturday, March 1, 2025, at 8:00 PM - **Venue:** Verizon Hall, newly rededicated as Marian Anderson Hall, home of The Philadelphia Orchestra. - **Program:** - Louise Farrenc: Symphony No. 1 - Julia Wolfe: Pretty (Philadelphia Orchestra co-commission) - Johannes Brahms: Piano Concerto No. 1 This concert not only highlights Grimaud's unparalleled talent but also celebrates women artists, featuring the 19th-century composer Louise Farrenc's surging, Romantic First Symphony and Pulitzer Prize-winning composer Julia Wolfe's raucous, rhythmic romp, "Pretty." **Subscription and Tickets:** This performance is available as part of the 2024-25 Subscription Package, offering magnificent programming and exclusive subscriber benefits. Packages include Thursday Evening A, Friday Matinee A, Saturday Evening C, and the option to Create Your Own package. **Additional Information:** - Programs, artists, dates, prices, and availability are subject to change. - For ticket sales, subscriber services, group sales, and donor services, please contact: - Ticket Sales: 215.893.1999 - Subscriber Services: 215.893.1955 - Group Sales: 215.893.1968 - Donor Services: 215.893.3151 Don't miss this unforgettable experience as Hélène Grimaud and The Philadelphia Orchestra bring Brahms's First Piano Concerto to life in the splendid acoustics of Verizon Hall.
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Feb 27 - Mar 1, 2025
Philadelphia Orchestra

Philadelphia, PA · Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts

5. Beethoven's "Eroica"
The illustrious Michael Tilson Thomas conducts his own Agnegram, Ravel’s jazzy Piano Concerto for the Left Hand featuring Pierre-Laurent Aimard, and concludes with Beethoven’s mighty “Eroica” Symphony, celebrating the heroic spirit in us all. 
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7 - 9 Mar, 2025
Philadelphia Orchestra

Philadelphia, PA · Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts

6. Marin Alsop Leads Brahms, Mendelssohn, and Frank
Join us for an unforgettable musical journey as Marin Alsop leads the Philadelphia Orchestra in a captivating program featuring the works of Brahms, Mendelssohn, and Frank. This special series of performances will take place at the prestigious Verizon Hall, soon to be rededicated as Marian Anderson Hall, showcasing the orchestra's magnificent programming and offering exclusive subscriber benefits. **Event Dates and Times:** - Thursday, March 13, 2025, at 7:30 PM - Friday, March 14, 2025, at 2:00 PM - Saturday, March 15, 2025, at 8:00 PM **Performance Details:** Under the baton of Marin Alsop, a conductor celebrated for her belief in the transformative power of music, the orchestra will present a program that includes the world premiere of Gabriela Lena Frank's "Picaflor," commissioned by the Philadelphia Orchestra. This vibrant new work retells a traditional Peruvian creation myth, adding a unique cultural texture to the evening. The program also features Mendelssohn's Violin Concerto, a poetic and passionate piece performed by the astonishing young violinist Randall Goosby, whose talent has been praised by the Los Angeles Times for playing "like an angel with nothing to prove." This bravura display of the violin’s range and emotional power promises to be a highlight of the concert. Completing the evening is Brahms's intricate "Variations on a Theme of Haydn," a piece known for its contrapuntal shifts and brilliant puzzle that showcases the artistry of the orchestra's musicians. **Subscription Packages:** This performance is available as part of the 2024-25 Subscription Package, which includes magnificent programming and exclusive subscriber benefits. Packages available include Thursday Evening B, Friday Matinee A, Saturday Evening B, and Create Your Own. **Venue:** Verizon Hall at the Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, soon to be Marian Anderson Hall. **Tickets and Subscription Information:** For tickets, subscription details, and more information on the benefits of subscribing, please visit our website or contact our ticket and subscriber services. Don't miss this opportunity to experience the power of live music under the direction of Marin Alsop, accompanied by the talented Randall Goosby and the world-class Philadelphia Orchestra. Reserve your seats now for an evening of breathtaking performances.
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13 - 15 Mar, 2025
Philadelphia Orchestra

Philadelphia, PA · Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts

7. Carnival of the Animals
Lions and tigers and ... cellists? Oh, my! Camille Saint-Saëns’s Carnival of the Animals is an enchanting musical expedition through the animal kingdom. This delightful piece has become one of Saint-Saëns’s most famous, with each movement depicting a different animal, from the royal lion to the graceful swan. It even served as inspiration for John Williams’s score to the Harry Potter film franchise! Your child's imagination will transform the hall into a lively zoo and the Orchestra’s talented musicians will excite even the littlest lion cubs.
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Mar 15, 2025
Philadelphia Orchestra

Philadelphia, PA · Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts

8. Beethoven and Dvořák
Immerse yourself in the profound musical journey of "Beethoven and Dvořák" with The Philadelphia Orchestra, under the dual role of the spine-shudderingly good Danish violinist and conductor, Nikolaj Szeps-Znaider. This captivating performance is set to take place at the Verizon Hall, soon to be rededicated as Marian Anderson Hall, marking a significant moment in the history of The Philadelphia Orchestra. **Event Dates and Times:** - Saturday, March 22, 2025, at 8:00 PM - Sunday, March 23, 2025, at 2:00 PM **Performance Details:** Nikolaj Szeps-Znaider, celebrated for his extraordinary tone and aggressive yet sweet topmost register, will lead and perform in Beethoven's Violin Concerto and Dvořák's Symphony No. 7. The Beethoven Concerto, known for its beautiful melodies and brilliant final flourish, promises to command attention and inflame the imagination, ensuring an unforgettable experience that often summons standing ovations. **Location:** Verizon Hall at the Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, Philadelphia **Subscription and Tickets:** This performance is a highlight of the 2024-25 Subscription Package, offering magnificent programming along with exclusive subscriber benefits. Packages including this performance are available, such as the Sunday Matinee A and Create Your Own options. **Additional Information:** - Programs, artists, dates, prices, and availability are subject to change. - For ticket sales, subscriber services, group sales, and donor services, please contact the respective numbers provided or visit EnsembleArtsPhilly.org for more information. Don't miss this opportunity to witness Nikolaj Szeps-Znaider in a dual role as soloist and conductor, bringing to life the timeless compositions of Beethoven and Dvořák. Secure your tickets now for a musical evening that promises to be both gorgeous and extraordinary.
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22 - 23 Mar, 2025
Philadelphia Orchestra

Philadelphia, PA · Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts

9. Spotlight Series: Lang Lang
Join us for an unforgettable evening at the Spotlight Series featuring the incomparable Lang Lang at the Verizon Hall. This special event, scheduled for Sunday, March 23, 2025, at 7:00 PM, promises an extraordinary recital by the world-renowned pianist Lang Lang. Known for his virtuosity and captivating performances, Lang Lang will bring the piano to life with his exceptional skill and emotional depth. Please note that The Philadelphia Orchestra will not perform during this concert, allowing the spotlight to shine solely on Lang Lang's solo performance. This performance is a highlight of our 2024-25 Subscription Package, offering attendees not only a mesmerizing musical experience but also exclusive subscriber benefits. The event will take place in the newly rededicated Marian Anderson Hall, home of The Philadelphia Orchestra, ensuring an ambiance that matches the prestige of the performance. Don't miss this rare opportunity to witness a master at work, as Lang Lang's performances are a testament to the power and beauty of classical music. For those interested in attending, this performance is available as part of our 2024-25 Subscription Package, which includes magnificent programming throughout the season. Availability is subject to change, so secure your tickets now to experience the magic of Lang Lang at Verizon Hall. For assistance and more information on tickets and subscriptions, please contact our ticket sales and subscriber services. Join us for a night of breathtaking music that promises to be a highlight of the musical season.
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Mar 23, 2025
Philadelphia Orchestra

Philadelphia, PA · Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts

10. Brass and Brash
Complex and intense, Shostakovich’s Symphony No. 5 is like going on a rollercoaster of sound. Just as a rollercoaster has thrilling drops and exhilarating climbs, Shostakovich's Fifth Symphony takes listeners on an emotional thrill ride with plenty of unexpected twists! But before getting strapped into this exciting ride, unwind with one of our signature cocktails or participate in one of our fun pre-concert activities!
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Mar 27, 2025
Philadelphia Orchestra

Philadelphia, PA · Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts

Conclusion
The Philadelphia Orchestra's 2025 season is a testament to the enduring power and beauty of live orchestral music. By blending classical masterpieces with contemporary works and innovative performances, the orchestra invites audiences on a journey that transcends time and culture. With a commitment to excellence and a dedication to diversity, this season promises to be both a celebration and a reflection of the universal language of music. Whether you're a lifelong enthusiast or new to the world of classical music, this season offers something for everyone, ensuring memorable experiences that resonate long after the final note.
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