Elfrida Andrée was a pioneer: the first Swedish woman to conduct a symphony orchestra and to graduate as an organist, becoming Gothenburg Cathedral’s organist when she was just in her mid-twenties. Andante Quasi Recitativo for Strings opens the programme and is intensely emotive and brimming with melodic richness.

Alban Gerhardt, ‘one of the finest cellists around’ (The Guardian), will then perform Dvořák’s celebrated Cello Concerto. It is a joyous piece, showcasing the rich middle register of the instrument, which the composer had always favoured. Brahms’s triumphant yet troubled Third Symphony, proclaimed by Hans Richter to be the ‘Brahms Eroica’, concludes the programme.

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The Hallé - Dvořák's Cello Concerto

The Bridgewater Hall

Elfrida Andrée was a pioneer: the first Swedish woman to conduct a symphony orchestra and to graduate as an organist, becoming Gothenburg Cathedral’s organist when she was just in her mid-twenties. Andante Quasi Recitativo for Strings opens the programme and is intensely emotive and brimming with melodic richness.

The Hallé in Sheffield

Sheffield City Hall

The Hallé’s string section shines in this shimmering programme, directed by Tianyi Lu – Principal Conductor of the St Woolos Sinfonia.

Elfrida Andrée was a pioneer: the first Swedish woman to conduct a symphony orchestra and to graduate as an organist, becoming Gothenburg Cathedral’s organist when she was just in her mid-twenties. Andante Quasi Recitativo for Strings opens the programme and is intensely emotive and brimming with melodic richness.

Absorb the hauntingly beautiful poetic qualities of Beethoven’s Piano Concerto No. 4—which Leonard Bernstein called “one of the most sublime moments in the history of music.” Contrast that with Sibelius’ energetic and triumphant symphony—and its memorable brass fanfares.

Beethoven & Sibelius

Segerstrom Center for the Arts

Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall

### Event Description: ROCO In Concert: Supersonic

**Date and Time:** Saturday, February 24, 2024, at 5:00 PM  
**Location:** The Church of St. John the Divine, River Oaks Boulevard, Houston, TX, USA

**Event Overview:**
ROCO's full chamber orchestra, under the baton of conductor Delyana Lazarova, presents "Supersonic," a high-energy concert featuring a dynamic and diverse program. This event is sponsored by the Albert and Margaret Alkek Foundation and promises an evening of exhilarating music and exceptional performances.

**Program Highlights:**

1. **Elfrida Andrée’s Symphony No. 2 in A Minor**  
   - A colorful and lyrical piece with an exuberant opening theme.

2. **Richard Danielpour’s Voci dal Purgatorio**  
   - U.S. premiere of the second movement from his Symphony in Three Movements, inspired by Dante Alighieri's Divine Comedy.

3. **Jessica Meyer’s Go Big or Go Home**  
   - A work celebrating self-realization and empowerment, featuring blues guitar phenom Clay Melton and his band.

4. **Franz Schubert’s Overture in the Italian Style, D. 591**  
   - Performed side-by-side with the Houston Youth Symphony, showcasing rich textures and emotional depth.

5. **Dobrinka Tabakova’s Fantasy Homage to Schubert**  
   - An alluring piece by the Bulgarian-British composer, known for her riveting and radiant sound world.

**Special Features:**

- **ROCOrooters Program:**  
  Enjoy a night out while your children (ages 2 months to 10 years) are cared for by certified and bonded childcare professionals. The program offers up to 6 hours of childcare during the concert for $45 per child. Free, downloadable materials with themed activities will also be available for families to enjoy together while watching the livestream.

- **Wellness Walk with Urban Paths:**  
  Join a special free Wellness Walk preceding the concert. Participants will meet at 3:00 PM at The Church of St. John the Divine for a 90-minute guided walk, concluding in time for the concert at 5:00 PM. Space is limited, so reserve your spot today.

**Note:** This concert is now at capacity, and tickets are no longer on sale.

**Location:**  
The Church of St. John the Divine  
River Oaks Boulevard, Houston, TX, USA  
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**Conductor:** Delyana Lazarova  
**Featuring:** Clay Melton Band, Houston Youth Symphony

For more information and to stay updated on future events, visit ROCO's official website.

ROCO In Concert: Supersonic

The Church of St. John the Divine

HYS Side-by-Side with ROCO

Norwegian pianist Christian Ihle Hadland plays countryman Edvard Grieg’s only piano concerto. Also, Tobias Ringborg and the Swedish Radio Symphony Orchestra play Swedish pioneer Elfrida Andrée’s Glömska (Forgetfulness) for strings and harp, and Daniel Börtz’ Sinfonia 12 with baritone Hannes Öberg.

Nordic Weeks: Grieg’s Piano Concerto

SR Berwaldhallen

Get a head start on your Valentine’s Day celebration with this heartfelt and warm music.

Bask in Lisa Nardi’s poignant In This Heart, swoon to Florence Price’s  Drink To Me Only With Thine Eyes and be uplifted by Michael Abels energetic Delights and Dances.

From the heart

First Church Boston

French Colours

Paroisse Notre Dame de l'Annonciation

Place des Arts

Église Saint-Sixte

### Event Description: Nordic Landscapes and Portraits - Minnesota Orchestra

**Event Title:** Nordic Landscapes and Portraits

**Dates:** Friday, January 10, 2025, and Saturday, January 11, 2025

**Venue:** Orchestra Hall, 1111 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN 55403

**Duration:** 2 hours, including intermission

**Event Overview:**
Immerse yourself in the evocative sounds of the Nordic region with the Minnesota Orchestra's "Nordic Landscapes and Portraits" concert. This program is a musical journey through the fresh voices and rich traditions of Nordic composers, offering a unique exploration of landscapes and portraits through music.

**Program Highlights:**
- **Elfrida Andrée:** Concert Overture
- **Carl Nielsen:** Clarinet Concerto, featuring Principal Clarinet Gabriel Campos Zamora
- **Daníel Bjarnason:** Air to Breath, from Bow to String
- **Bent Sørensen:** Evening Land
- **Outi Tarkiainen:** Midnight Sun Variations
- **Jean Sibelius:** Finlandia

**Featured Artists:**
- **Conductor:** Thomas Søndergård, Music Director of the Minnesota Orchestra
- **Clarinet:** Gabriel Campos Zamora, Principal Clarinet of the Minnesota Orchestra

**Ticket Information:**
Tickets for this concert are available now as part of a package. Save up to 15% and receive subscriber perks when you purchase tickets for three or more concerts. Individual tickets will go on sale on July 29.

**Additional Information:**
- **Pre-concert Activities:** Enhance your concert experience with pre-concert activities.
- **Valet Parking:** Available for your convenience.
- **Pre-order Beverages:** Skip the lines by pre-ordering your drinks.
- **Accessibility Services:** Armless & bariatric chairs, assistive listening devices, large-print programs, noise-canceling headphones, service animals, and wheelchair & accessible seating are available upon request.

**Plan Your Visit:**
- **Directions & Parking:** Parking is available just steps away from Orchestra Hall in the city-owned and skyway-connected 11th and Marquette Ramp.
- **Minnesota Orchestra Mobile App:** Download the app to pre-order intermission drinks, scan your ticket for entry, and access exclusive deals.

**Presented by:** Ameriprise Financial

For more information and to purchase tickets, visit the Minnesota Orchestra's official website. Enjoy an evening of captivating music that brings the beauty and drama of Nordic landscapes to life.

Nordic Landscapes And Portraits

Minnesota Orchestra

### Event Description: MasterWorks V: Sunday with Sibelius

**Date and Time:**  
Sunday, February 16th, 2025, at 3:00 PM

**Location:**  
Umstattd Hall, Zimmermann Symphony Center  
2331 17th St. NW, Canton, OH 44708

**Tickets:**  
- Prices: $12 / $27 / $37 / $52  
- All tickets, excluding children and students, are subject to a $3 processing fee.  
- Student Tickets (18 with ID): FREE  
- Children (17 and under): FREE  
- Veterans, First Responders, Healthcare Workers, & Educators: 20% off  
- SNAP & Medicaid Recipients: 20% off  
- Children’s and Student tickets available over the phone or at the box office on the day of the show with ID.  
- Box Office: 330-452-2094  
- Email: boxoffice@cantonsymphony.org  
- Tickets on sale from August 15th

**Concert Description:**  
Join us for an enchanting afternoon as the Canton Symphony Orchestra, under the baton of Music Director Matthew Jenkins Jaroszewicz, presents "Sunday with Sibelius." This concert will transport you to the icy landscapes of Finland through Jean Sibelius’ Symphony No. 1 in E Minor, a piece that captures the essence of his homeland with its contrasting cold and warm tones, perfect for a February day.

The program opens with a concert overture by Elfrida Andrée, marking her music's debut in Canton. Following this, concertmaster Konrad Kowal will mesmerize the audience with Max Bruch’s Violin Concerto No. 1 in G Major, a romantic masterpiece.

**Program:**
1. **Concert Overture in D Major** - Elfrida Andrée
2. **Violin Concerto No. 1 in G Major** - Max Bruch
   - **Intermission**
3. **Symphony No. 1 in E Minor** - Jean Sibelius

**Pre-Concert Lecture:**  
A pre-concert lecture will be held at 2:00 PM in Foundation Hall, providing insights into the pieces and composers featured in the program.

**Artist Spotlight: Konrad Kowal**  
Konrad Kowal, a Chicago-born Polish-American violinist, is currently pursuing a Doctor of Musical Arts Degree at the Cleveland Institute of Music. He serves as the concertmaster of the Canton Symphony Orchestra and has performed with several prestigious orchestras. Kowal is also a dedicated teacher and has been a teaching assistant since 2019.

**Composer Spotlights:**
- **Elfrida Andrée:** A pioneering 19th-century Scandinavian composer whose work is being introduced to Canton audiences for the first time.
- **Max Bruch:** Renowned for his romantic violin concertos, Bruch’s Violin Concerto No. 1 remains a favorite in the classical repertoire.
- **Jean Sibelius:** A Finnish composer whose symphonies are celebrated for their nationalistic fervor and evocative soundscapes.

**Support:**  
This concert is supported by various patrons and sponsors dedicated to enriching the cultural landscape of Canton.

We invite you to experience the sweeping romanticism of Scandinavian music and bring warmth to your February afternoon with the Canton Symphony Orchestra.

Elfrida Andrée

Events

Upcoming events

10 - 11 Jan, 2025

Nordic Landscapes And Portraits · Minnesota Orchestra

Feb 16, 2025

MasterWorks V: Sunday with Sibelius · Canton Symphony Orchestra

Past events

Oct 13, 2024

The Hallé - Dvořák's Cello Concerto · The Bridgewater Hall

Oct 12, 2024

The Hallé in Sheffield · The Hallé

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