Silvestre Revueltas, composer | Schedule & Tickets 2025

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Experience the power and drama of Carl Orff's choral masterpiece, "Carmina Burana," brought to life by the Grand Rapids Symphony under the baton of the innovative conductor David Robertson. This captivating performance will also feature the talents of soprano Meechot Marrero, tenor Ben Gulley, baritone Blake Denson, and the Grand Rapids Symphony Chorus directed by Pearl Shangkuan. The concert will open with Revueltas's "La noche de los mayas," setting the stage for the main event, "Carmina Burana," a work celebrated for its raw energy, powerful rhythms, and vivid storytelling through medieval texts. The iconic opening chorus, "O Fortuna," is known worldwide, promising an exhilarating journey through the joys and sorrows of life.

**What to Expect:**
Prepare for an unforgettable evening as our chorus shines in one of the most famous choral works ever written. "O Fortuna" has captivated audiences across the globe, featured in TV, movies, and commercials, showcasing the universal appeal of this dramatic piece. David Robertson, renowned for his innovative approach, promises to deliver a performance that highlights the lush harmonies and contrasting moods of Orff's celebrated composition.

**Performance Dates and Times:**
- Friday, April 25, 2025, at 7:30 PM
- Saturday, April 26, 2025, at 7:30 PM

**Location:**
DeVos Performance Hall

**Tickets:**
Tickets for this must-see event are available for purchase. Don't miss your chance to be part of this musical journey that explores the essence of fate, fortune, and the human experience.

**Special Thanks to Our Sponsors:**
This concert series is made possible by the generous support of our sponsors, including the Richard and Helen DeVos Series Sponsor, the Edith I. Blodgett Guest Artist Fund, and Pearl Shangkuan, who occupies the Covenant Chair.

Join us for a night of unforgettable music and storytelling with the Grand Rapids Symphony's presentation of "Carmina Burana."