UC Berkeley Wind Ensemble 2026

UC Berkeley Department of Music

The Symphonic Band’s first program of the winter quarter opens with Leonard Bernstein’s raucous tribute to his friend Mstislav “Slava” Rostropovich. Zhou Tian’s Nocturne uses musical material from his first string quartet, the last piece he wrote before leaving his native China. The first half of the concert concludes with James Curnow’s Symphonic Variants, featuring Concerto Competition winner Oliver Stark, and the second half is devoted to David Del Tredici’s monumental symphony for band, In Wartime.

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Symphonic Band

Northwestern University

Works from great composers who immigrated to America.

Stravinsky

University of Nevada

Catch us if you can! The Reno Phil embarks on a thrilling pursuit of adventure, weaving together bold contemporary voices and timeless orchestral grandeur. Tennison Watts and Timothy McAllister ignite the stage with John Williams’ Escapades, a jazzy, high-energy ride brimming with playfulness and intrigue. Zhou Tian’s Transcend, commissioned by the Reno Phil to mark the 150th anniversary of the completion of the Transcontinental Railroad, soars with luminous textures and unyielding spirit, capturing the boundless ambition of human ingenuity. Anchoring the journey, Sibelius’ majestic Symphony No. 2 unfolds like a vast Nordic landscape - achingly beautiful & bracingly powerful -  culminating in a triumphant finale that surges with hope and resilience.

John Williams & Sibelius

Pioneer Center for the Performing Arts

Music carries our stories. It holds memory, culture, and emotion, linking us to those who came before and those yet to come. Tian’s A Thousand Years of Good Prayers opens the evening with a piece that reflects on history and tradition, full of quiet strength and deep feeling. Then, violinist Ray Chen takes us into the rich, romantic world of Bruch’s Violin Concerto—a piece that feels both deeply personal and universally moving. Finally, Bartók’s Concerto for Orchestra shines a light on every part of the ensemble, proving that music, like history, is built on many voices working together.

Ray Chen Plays Bruch

Wharton Center for Performing Arts

Classic Romance

Merrill Auditorium

### 2025 Season Finale - Young Concert Artists

**Date:** Monday, May 12, 2025  
**Time:** 7:30 PM  
**Venue:** Zankel Hall at Carnegie Hall, 57th & 7th Avenue Entrance on 7th, New York, NY

Join us for an exciting evening of chamber music as we celebrate the 2025 Season Finale of Young Concert Artists. This special event will feature performances by our current roster artists alongside our accomplished and esteemed alumni, showcasing the best YCA has to offer. The program includes a fantastic selection of works by Mendelssohn, Prokofiev, Brahms, and Zhou Tian.

**Program:**
- **MENDELSSOHN:** String Octet in E-flat Major, Op. 20
- **PROKOFIEV:** Overture on Hebrew Themes, Op. 34
- **BRAHMS:** Liebeslieder Waltzes, Op. 52
- **ZHOU TIAN:** Viaje

**Performing Artists:**
- James Baik, cello
- Alex Fiterstein, clarinet
- Hsin-Yun Huang, viola
- Marya Martin, flute
- Chaeyoung Park, piano
- Nokuthula Ngwenyama, viola
- Randall Scarlata, baritone
- Benett Tsai, cello

**Ticket Information:**
- Single tickets starting at $20
- Tickets go on sale on October 3, 2024

Don't miss this opportunity to experience a night of exceptional music and celebrate the generations of musicians who began their careers on the YCA roster.

2025 Season Finale

Carnegie Hall

### Event Description: Guitar Quartet - Curtis Institute of Music

**Date and Time:** March 25, 2025, 7:30 p.m.

**Location:** Curtis Institute of Music, Field Concert Hall, Philadelphia

**Event Overview:**
Join us for an extraordinary evening as the Curtis Institute of Music presents a special Guitar Quartet concert, part of the Curtis 100 celebration. This one-night-only event will feature internationally renowned violist and Curtis president and CEO Roberto Díaz, GRAMMY Award-winning guitarist and Curtis faculty member Jason Vieaux, and talented Curtis students.

**Program Highlights:**
- **Wenzel Thomas Matiegka’s Notturno, Op. 21:** Arranged by Franz Schubert, this piece for flute, viola, and guitar will set the tone for the evening with its intricate melodies and harmonies.
- **Manuel de Falla’s Suite populaire espagnole:** A fiery and crowd-pleasing set that showcases the vibrant sounds of Spanish classical music.
- **Ástor Piazzolla’s Histoire du Tango:** This piece will take the audience on a journey through the evolution of tango music, featuring the evocative "Oblivion," transcribed by Julien Labro.
- **Zhou Tian’s Red Trees, Wrinkled Cliffs:** A contemporary piece that adds a modern twist to the program.
- **Niccolò Paganini’s Guitar Quartet in A minor, No. 15, M.S. 42:** The concert will conclude with this lively and technically demanding composition.

**Artists:**
- **Roberto Díaz (Viola):** An internationally acclaimed violist, Roberto Díaz is the president and CEO of the Curtis Institute of Music. He has a rich history of performances and collaborations with leading conductors and composers worldwide.
- **Jason Vieaux (Guitar):** A Grammy Award-winning classical guitarist, Jason Vieaux is celebrated for his extensive discography and performances at prestigious venues globally. He is also a dedicated educator, heading the guitar department at the Cleveland Institute of Music and teaching at Curtis since 2011.

**Tickets:**
Tickets are available for purchase, and subscriptions to the 2024-25 season are now open, offering the best seats at the best prices.

**Additional Information:**
This event is part of the Curtis Institute of Music's centennial celebration, a season filled with passion, energy, and exceptional artistry. Don't miss this unique opportunity to experience world-class performances by both seasoned professionals and the next generation of musical talent.

**Subscribe and Save:**
Subscribe now to the 2024-25 season to secure your seats and enjoy significant savings.

For more details and to purchase tickets, visit the Curtis Institute of Music's official website.

Guitar Quartet

Curtis Institute of Music

The MSO celebrates cross-cultural connections through music as the Orchestra is joined by acclaimed international guest artists to perform this program of Eastern and Western masterpieces.

Chinese New Year (2025)

Arts Centre Melbourne

Maurice Ravel is lauded today as a titan of orchestration and composition, but his artistry was underappreciated during his lifetime. As we celebrate his 150th birthday, the BSO pays tribute to his status as a giant in the art of making orchestras sound glorious. Whether drawing inspiration from his mother’s native Spain or the elegance of a Viennese waltz, Ravel’s every gesture is a marvel of energy and aural delight. His mastery of symphonic orchestration has shaped everything in his wake, from the younger Russian admirer Prokofiev to the GRAMMY®-nominated Chinese American composer Zhou Tian.

A Ravel Anniversary & Prokofiev Violin Concerto

Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall

The Music Center at Strathmore

### Event Description: BSO: A Ravel Anniversary

**Event Title:** BSO: A Ravel Anniversary

**Presented by:** Baltimore Symphony Orchestra

**Date and Time:** Saturday, February 1, 2025, at 8:00 PM

**Location:** The Music Center at Strathmore

**Conductor:** Robert Treviño

**Violinist:** Karen Gomyo

**Program:**
- **ZHOU TIAN:** Metropolis
- **PROKOFIEV:** Violin Concerto No. 1
- **RAVEL:** Alborada del gracioso
- **RAVEL:** Rapsodie espagnole
- **RAVEL:** Pavane pour une infante défunte
- **RAVEL:** La Valse, poème chorégraphique pour orchestre

**Event Overview:**
Join the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra as they celebrate the 150th birthday of Maurice Ravel, a master of orchestration and composition whose work has left an indelible mark on the world of classical music. Despite being underappreciated during his lifetime, Ravel's artistry is now recognized for its brilliance and innovation. This concert will feature a selection of his most celebrated pieces, showcasing his ability to draw inspiration from diverse sources such as his mother’s native Spain and the elegance of Viennese waltzes. The program also includes works by Prokofiev and Zhou Tian, highlighting Ravel's influence on subsequent generations of composers.

**Additional Information:**
- This event is not presented by Strathmore.
- Strathmore is Global Biorisk Advisory Council STAR accredited.

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Celebrate the legacy of Maurice Ravel with an evening of extraordinary music performed by the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra. Don't miss this opportunity to experience the magic of Ravel's compositions live!

A Ravel Anniversary

### Event Description: Shostakovich Symphony No. 12 - Minnesota Orchestra

**Event Title:** Shostakovich Symphony No. 12 - Minnesota Orchestra

**Dates:** 
- Friday, October 18, 2024
- Saturday, October 19, 2024

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

**Duration:** 2 hours, including intermission

**Event Overview:**
Join the Grammy Award-winning Minnesota Orchestra for an electrifying performance of Dmitri Shostakovich's Symphony No. 12, "The Year 1917." This symphony captures the spirit of revolution and is a testament to Shostakovich's powerful musical storytelling. The program also features works inspired by Chinese poetry and the literary genius of W. H. Auden, showcasing the diverse influences that shape classical music.

**Program:**
- **ZHOU:** Gift
- **BERNSTEIN:** Symphony No. 2, "The Age of Anxiety," for Piano and Orchestra
- **SHOSTAKOVICH:** Symphony No. 12, "The Year 1917"

**Artists:**
- **Conductor:** Robert Treviño, a dynamic Mexican-American maestro known for his exciting performances and leadership roles with the Basque National Orchestra and Orchestra Sinfonica Nazionale della RAI.
- **Piano:** Yulianna Avdeeva, a pianist celebrated for her fiery temperament, virtuosity, and profound interpretations, particularly of Chopin.

**Additional Information:**
- **Pre-concert Activities:** Engage in various activities before the concert begins.
- **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-cancelling headphones, service animals, and wheelchair & accessible seating are available upon request.

**Tickets:**
- **Subscription Packages:** Tickets are available now when you purchase a package. Save up to 15% and receive subscriber perks when you buy 3 or more concerts.
- **Individual Tickets:** Go on sale July 29.

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

**Presented by:** Ameriprise Financial

Don't miss this opportunity to experience the Minnesota Orchestra's powerful rendition of Shostakovich's Symphony No. 12. Secure your tickets and plan your visit to Orchestra Hall for an unforgettable evening of music.

Shostakovich Symphony No. 12

Minnesota Orchestra

Illinois Wind Symphony

Krannert Center for the Performing Arts

This School of Music event is free and open to the public. A livestream will be available (click on the Ted Mann Concert Hall events in the right callout box). 

University Wind Ensemble

University of Minnesota

Possessing an “astonishing command of keyboard tone and color” (The Guardian), pianist Eric Lu is at the forefront of a new generation of solo artists pairing phenomenal talent with deep emotional maturity. Winner of The Leeds International Piano Competition at just 20 years of age, Lu debuted with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra and Riccardo Muti in October of 2022 and will make appearances with leading orchestras across 2023-2024.

Rachmaninoff Piano Concerto No. 3

University of Michigan

The USC Thornton Winds are led by guest conductor Michael Haithcock in La Création du monde by Darius Milhaud, AMEN! by Carlos Simon, Sinfonia by Zhou Tian and Divertimento in E-flat major, K. 166 by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart.

USC Thornton Winds

Bovard Auditorium (ADM)

Join us for an enchanting evening of music with the Symphonic Band's second winter-quarter performance on Friday, March 8, 2024, at 7:30pm CST at the prestigious Pick-Staiger Concert Hall. Under the baton of Shawn Vondran, this concert promises a journey through a diverse musical landscape, beginning with Charles Ives's "Variations on America," a witty rendition that infuses the patriotic tune with unexpected harmonies and playful rhythms.

The night continues with Roshanne Etezady's "Against the Rain," a poignant piece inspired by Edna St. Vincent Millay's poem "Love Is Not All," exploring the depths of love's sacrifices and sufferings. The first half concludes with David Maslanka's "Traveler," a reflection on life's adventures, moving from vibrant energy to serene contemplation.

The second half is dedicated to Zhou Tian's "Sinfonia," a 2022 composition drawing inspiration from a rich tapestry of cultural influences, including 1940s and '50s noir films, the bustling New York City subway, Shanghai's Mid-Autumn Festival, and the historic completion of the US's first transcontinental railroad in 1869.

Tickets are priced at $6 for the general public and $4 for students with valid ID, but hurry as they are already sold out! The concert will take place at Pick-Staiger Concert Hall, located at 50 Arts Cir Dr, Evanston, IL 60208, United States. This 972-seat hall, nestled in the Arts Circle on the Evanston campus of Northwestern University, has been a beacon for music and culture since its inception in 1975, serving as a classroom and performance space for the Bienen School of Music's ensembles, faculty, festivals, and guest artists. Don't miss this opportunity to experience a night of exceptional music and artistic exploration.

Join us for this evening of community and cultural exchange that is wonderful for families and children as we celebrate the Year of the Dragon. 

Music Director Xian Zhang ignited the first Lunar New Year Celebration six years ago, and this festive tradition continues with conductor Yue Bao and pianist Tony Siqi Yun.

2024 Lunar New Year Celebration

New Jersey Performing Arts Center

The Chamber Series is designed to showcase the artistry of Lansing Symphony musicians in a special setting and to introduce audiences to talented artists and classical programming. All Chamber Series concerts are performed at Molly Grove Chapel at First Presbyterian Church of Lansing.

Chamber 02: Brass Quintet

First Presbyterian Church of Lansing

The program includes Shine by Evan Williams, Concert Piece No. 2 by Vasiliy Brandt featuring Concerto Competition winner Mark Davis, Symphony No. 1 by Vasily Kalinnikov, Love Letter by Arthur Wang (winner of the Jere Hutcheson Composition Competition), Nocturne by Zhou Tian, and Libertadores by Oscar Navarro. Katherine Kilburn, conductor.

Zhou Tian

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