Conductor

Violinist

The versatile Nikolaj Szeps-Znaider leads the CSO as soloist in Mozart’s richly melodic Violin Concerto No. 2 and Kreisler’s wistful Liebesleid. Trading violin bow for baton, Szeps-Znaider conducts Stravinsky’s Pulcinella Suite, a neoclassical gem that shines a spotlight on the orchestra’s principal players, and Mozart’s Prague Symphony, a work of grand gestures and profound, melodious depth.

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Mozart & Stravinsky

Symphony Center

Starting with a ferocious fanfare representing fate, Tchaikovsky pours his soul into his Fourth Symphony, a fearless musical autobiography packed with surging melodies and dazzling colors. Antoine Tamestit brings his “gorgeous smoky sound” (The Guardian) to Walton’s Viola Concerto, a work of wistful beauty and quicksilver energy.

Tchaikovsky 4

Chicago Symphony Orchestra

Nikolaj Szeps-Znaider’s dual role as conductor and violinist lends an intimate touch to Beethoven’s beloved Violin Concerto, and Unsuk Chin’s subito con forza is a vibrant homage to Beethoven. Robert Schumann’s Second Symphony, composed amid his personal struggles, oscillates between despair, introspection, and exuberance, mirroring his emotional journey.

Beethoven’s Violin

David Pecaut Square

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:**
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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.

Beethoven and Dvořák

Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts

Journey up the Rhine River, as lovingly portrayed in Robert Schumann’s Rhenish Symphony. Listen for the flowing water and contemplate the majesty of the Cologne Cathedral. To begin, Nikolaj Szeps-Znaider leads and performs the rich and alluring melodies of Bruch’s First Violin Concerto. Pierre Boulez’s iridescent Livre pour cordes marks the centenary of the composer’s birth.

Nikolaj Szeps-Znaider

Conductor, Violinist

Events

9 - 11 May, 2024

Mozart & Stravinsky · Chicago Symphony Orchestra

26 - 28 Sep, 2024

Tchaikovsky 4 · Chicago Symphony Orchestra

22 - 23 Jan, 2025

Beethoven’s Violin · Toronto Symphony Orchestra

22 - 23 Mar, 2025

Beethoven and Dvořák · Philadelphia Orchestra

27 - 29 Mar, 2025

Bruch & Schumann Rhenish · Chicago Symphony Orchestra

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