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### Schubert’s Third Symphony - Vancouver Symphony Orchestra **Date and Time:** January 17, 2025, Friday at 6:30 PM **Venue:** Orpheum Theatre **Event Description:** Join the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra for an enchanting evening featuring Schubert’s Third Symphony. This concert is part of the "Classical Afterworks" series and promises to be a memorable experience for classical music enthusiasts. **Program:** - **Bartók:** Divertimento for Strings - **Philippe Schoeller:** Sereno Sole, For Piano and Strings (North American Premiere) - **Schubert:** Symphony No. 3 **Performance Duration:** Approximately 80 minutes **Artists:** - **Vanessa Benelli Mosell:** Conductor & Piano Celebrated for her powerful, emotional, and dramatic performances, Italian conductor and pianist Vanessa Benelli Mosell makes her VSO debut. Vanessa will bring Philippe Schoeller’s "Sereno Sole" to life in its North American premiere, alongside Bartók’s playful "Divertimento for Strings." Schubert’s exuberant Third Symphony, written just after his 18th birthday, will pulse with youthful optimism under her direction. **Series:** This concert is a part of the "Classical Afterworks" series, held on Fridays at 6:30 PM. **Tickets:** Available now. Don't miss this opportunity to witness a dynamic and passionate performance by Vanessa Benelli Mosell and the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra's official website.

Our very own virtuosos of rhythm shine in a foot-tapping program of some of our favourite orchestral showstoppers, including music by Copland, John Williams and Richard Hayman. Host Christopher Gaze takes us on a fascinating journey to the back row of the orchestra.

### Event Description: Hollywood Rocks - Vancouver Symphony Orchestra **Event Name:** Hollywood Rocks **Presented by:** London Drugs VSO Pops **Dates and Times:** - **January 24, 2025 (Friday) at 8:00 PM** - **January 25, 2025 (Saturday) at 8:00 PM** **Venue:** Orpheum Theatre **Event Overview:** Experience an unforgettable evening as the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra (VSO) brings the magic of Hollywood to life with "Hollywood Rocks." This spectacular concert features iconic songs from some of the most memorable movies and binge-worthy TV series. **Program Highlights:** - Music from "A Star Is Born," "Tommy," "Rocketman," "Bohemian Rhapsody," "Back to the Future," "Rock of Ages," "Love Actually," "Top Gun," "Elvis," and "Yesterday." - Approximate performance duration: 120 minutes, including 1 intermission. **Featured Artists:** - **Conductor:** Stuart Chafetz - **Vocals:** Broadway’s Julie Reiber and Bryce Ryness **Series Information:** This concert is part of the London Drugs VSO Pops series, specifically the Fridays & Saturdays at 8 PM series. **Additional Information:** - **Tickets:** Available for both dates. - **Subscription:** Subscribe today to enjoy this and other concerts in the series. Join us for a night where the grandeur of the symphony meets the glitz and glamour of Hollywood. Don’t miss out on this extraordinary musical journey!

### Event Description: Classical Kids Live - Vivaldi and the Ring of Mystery **Event Title:** Classical Kids Live - Vivaldi and the Ring of Mystery **Date and Time:** January 26, 2025, Sunday at 2:00 PM **Venue:** Orpheum Theatre **Event Overview:** Join the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra for an enchanting afternoon with "Classical Kids Live - Vivaldi and the Ring of Mystery." This captivating performance is designed to introduce young audiences to the magic of classical music through a compelling mystery story set in the early 1700s. **Storyline:** The narrative follows an orphan girl on a quest to uncover her roots, with a missing Stradivarius violin serving as a crucial clue. The Duke of Cremona brings this violin to Vivaldi’s school of the Pieta, hoping to find his long-lost grandchild. The story unfolds in the wondrous setting of 16th-century Venice, a city where streets are made of water and boats are part of everyday life. **Musical Highlights:** Audiences will be treated to over twenty-five excerpts from Vivaldi’s most celebrated works, including: - The Four Seasons - Violin Concerto in A minor - Guitar Concerto The music is seamlessly integrated into the drama, enhancing the historical context of Vivaldi’s life and his school of the Pieta. **Performance Details:** - **Duration:** Approximately 60 minutes - **Recommended Age:** Suitable for audiences aged six and up - **Artists:** Conducted by David Bui, featuring performers from Classical Kids Live **Series Information:** This concert is part of the "Sundays 2 pm Kids Concerts" series, making it an ideal addition to any children’s education program or family concert series. **Additional Information:** - **Tickets:** Available for purchase now - **Subscription:** Subscribe today for more benefits and pricing options **You May Also Like:** - **The Spirit Horse Returns:** October 13, 2024 - **How the Gimquat Found Her Song:** November 17, 2024 - **Dan Brown’s Wild Symphony:** April 6, 2025 Experience the magic of Vivaldi’s music and the mystery of Venice with your family at this unforgettable event. Secure your tickets today and embark on a musical journey that will captivate and inspire young minds.

### Beethoven & Tchaikovsky 6 - Vancouver Symphony Orchestra #### Event Overview: Join the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra for an enchanting evening featuring the timeless works of Beethoven and Tchaikovsky. This concert is part of the Assante Vancouver Centre Masterworks Diamond Series and will be held at the historic Orpheum Theatre. #### Dates and Times: - **Friday, January 31, 2025** at 8:00 PM - **Saturday, February 1, 2025** at 8:00 PM #### Venue: - **Orpheum Theatre** #### Program: - **Carlos Simon**: *Fate Now Conquers* - **Beethoven**: *Violin Concerto* - **Tchaikovsky**: *Symphony No. 6 Pathétique* #### Performance Details: - **Duration**: Approximately 120 minutes - **Intermission**: 1 #### Featured Artists: - **Otto Tausk**: VSO Music Director - **Francesca Dego**: Violin #### Highlights: - **Francesca Dego**: Celebrated for her compelling interpretations and flawless technique, Italian-American violinist Francesca Dego makes her eagerly anticipated VSO debut with Beethoven’s Violin Concerto. - **Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 6**: Known as the "Pathétique," Tchaikovsky himself regarded this symphony as the best work he ever composed. - **Carlos Simon’s Fate Now Conquers**: A remarkable piece where melodic lines effortlessly weave together history and belonging. #### Series Information: This concert is part of the Assante Vancouver Centre Masterworks Diamond Series, which features performances on Fridays and Saturdays at 8 PM. #### Tickets: - **Available for purchase now.** #### Subscription: - **Subscribe today** to enjoy the full season and additional benefits. Experience an evening of musical brilliance with the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra, featuring the masterful compositions of Beethoven and Tchaikovsky, brought to life by world-renowned artists. Don’t miss this extraordinary event!

Final Symphony is an officially licensed series of concerts featuring stunning orchestral suites based on the music from FINAL FANTASY® video games. With sell-out performances and rave reviews across the globe, Final Symphony offers a new kind of orchestral concert experience, not just for game fans, but for anyone who simply loves beautiful music interpreted in a unique artistic manner. In the words of legendary FINAL FANTASY® composer Nobuo Uematsu: “Final Symphony is like a dream come true!”

### Event Description: Superman in Concert - Vancouver Symphony Orchestra **Event Title:** Superman in Concert **Dates and Times:** - **February 7, 2025 (Friday) at 7:00 PM** - **February 8, 2025 (Saturday) at 7:00 PM** **Venue:** Orpheum Theatre, Vancouver **Event Overview:** Experience the magic of Superman like never before with the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra's special presentation of "Superman in Concert." This unique event features a live performance of John Williams’ triumphant original score, synchronized with the screening of Richard Donner's classic film, "Superman." **Film Synopsis:** The film showcases a young Christopher Reeve in his breakout role as Superman, relaying the hero’s inspiring origins and his arrival in Metropolis. Watch as he leads dual lives as the mild-mannered reporter Clark Kent and the mythic Man of Steel. **Performance Details:** - **Duration:** Approximately 165 minutes - **Intermission:** 1 **Conductor:** Sean O’Loughlin **Special Notes:** - This is a rare opportunity to experience a beloved classic film with a live orchestral performance. - SUPERMAN and all related characters and elements are trademarks of and DC Comics. © 2024 Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. All Rights Reserved. **Tickets:** - Available for purchase for both dates. - Ensure to book early to secure your seats for this extraordinary cinematic and musical experience. Don’t miss this exciting chance to believe a man can fly and to enjoy a timeless story brought to life by the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra.

### Event Description: Saint-Saëns’ The Egyptian - Vancouver Symphony Orchestra **Event Title:** Saint-Saëns’ The Egyptian **Dates and Times:** - **February 14, 2025** - Friday, 8:00 PM - **February 15, 2025** - Saturday, 8:00 PM **Venue:** Orpheum Theatre, Vancouver **Series:** Masterworks Gold **Program:** 1. **Camille Pepin** - *Laniakea* 2. **Saint-Saëns** - *Piano Concerto No. 5 "The Egyptian"* 3. **Franck** - *Symphony in D minor* **Performance Duration:** Approximately 120 minutes, including 1 intermission. **Event Highlights:** Set sail on the Nile with Saint-Saëns’ fifth and final piano concerto, "The Egyptian." This concert features the exquisite Spanish soloist Javier Perianes, described by The Times as an "exquisite musician," who will make the piano glitter with alert polished brilliance, as noted by the Sydney Morning Herald. Parisian conductor Chloé van Soeterstède makes her Vancouver Symphony Orchestra debut, leading the orchestra through Franck’s Symphony in D minor and Camille Pepin’s powerful *Laniakea*, which is brimming with celestial colors. **Artists:** - **Conductor:** Chloé van Soeterstède - **Piano Soloist:** Javier Perianes **Additional Information:** This concert is part of the Masterworks Gold series, which includes performances on both Friday and Saturday evenings at 8:00 PM. **Tickets:** Tickets are available for purchase for both dates. Subscribe today to secure your seats and enjoy an evening of masterful classical music. **Venue Address:** Orpheum Theatre, Vancouver For more details and to purchase tickets, please visit the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra's official website.

From its soul-stirring opening melody to its heartfelt second movement sampled by the pop hit All By Myself, Rachmaninoff’s Second Piano Concerto needs no introduction. Pianist Alexei Volodin promises a passionate interpretation overpouring with brilliant virtuosity and sweeping romance. Conductor Daniel Raiskin leads the orchestra in Nielsen’s psychologically-charged Second Symphony, and Latvian composer Pēteris Vask’s „Musica Serena“.

### Event Description: Brahms & Saint-Saëns’ Cello - Vancouver Symphony Orchestra **Date and Time:** Friday, February 28, 2025, at 6:30 PM **Venue:** Orpheum Theatre **Program:** - **Britta Byström:** *Parallel Universes* - **Saint-Saëns:** *Cello Concerto No. 2* - **Brahms:** *Symphony No. 2* **Performance Duration:** Approximately 80 minutes **Artists:** - **Conductor:** Christian Kluxen Described as a dynamic and charismatic figure, Christian Kluxen is known for his exemplary clarity and heavenly warmth in conducting. This concert marks his eagerly anticipated debut with the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra (VSO), featuring Brahms’ Second Symphony and Britta Byström’s intricately-crafted *Parallel Universes*. - **Cellist:** Santiago Cañón-Valencia A 2022 BBC New Generation Artist, Colombian cellist Santiago Cañón-Valencia is renowned for his technical flawlessness. He makes his debut with the VSO, performing Saint-Saëns’ Second Cello Concerto. **Series:** This concert is part of the "Classical Afterworks" series, held on Fridays at 6:30 PM. **Additional Information:** - **Subscription:** Subscribe today to enjoy this and other performances in the series. - **Tickets:** Available for purchase now. Join us for an evening of exceptional classical music, featuring the works of Brahms, Saint-Saëns, and Byström, performed by world-class artists at the historic Orpheum Theatre.