Composer

A second program in the Vienna Musikverein and the Dortmund Konzerthaus with works by Ravel, Elgar and Rimsky-Korsakov will be linked to the "Jeanne d'Arc" tour in December. The hr Symphony Orchestra and Alain Altinoglu will present Maurice Ravel's "Une barque sur l'océan", Edward Elgar's Cello Concerto and Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov's "Scheherazade". Gautier Capuçon will be the soloist in Vienna, and Julia Hagen will interpret the Elgar Concerto in Dortmund.

Dortmund Concert Hall

Konzerthaus Dortmund

Vienna Music Association

Vienna Music Society

Formed in 2013 at the Royal College of Music, the ensemble has risen steadily to prominence with first prizes at the Royal Over-Seas League Competition in 2018 and at both the Bordeaux and Banff International String Quartet competitions the following year, the latter event also awarding them the Haydn and Canadian Commission prizes.

EPSG:4326

Marmen Quartet

Wigmore Hall

Once upon a time ... – Family Concert

Museum Ludwig

He takes the audience to their limits because he pushes them himself. Music by and with Fazıl Say touches, entices, challenges. Whether as a composer or as a pianist: Say depicts life in all its vibrant color and thus makes each of his performances unmistakable.

Fazil Say

One of the most touching fairy tales by the Brothers Grimm is forever associated with the Christmas season thanks to the musical setting by Engelbert Humperdinck: »Hansel and Gretel«. The fairy tale opera premiered shortly before Christmas in 1893 at the Weimar Court Theatre under Richard Strauss. Several fairy tales inspired Maurice Ravel to compose, which he brought together in his ballet music »Ma mère l'oye«. Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, in turn, used ETA Hoffmann's story of the »Mouse King and the Nutcracker« as the basis for his ballet »The Nutcracker«. Experience concert poet Timo Brunke with specially written "Nutcracker Poetry" for the whole family.

Christmas & Miracles

Berliner Philharmonie

Visiting Lübeck: The NDR Elbphilharmonie Orchestra plays Schumann's Fourth Symphony under the direction of Marek Janowski. Jean-Yves Thibaudet will perform a piano concerto by Camille Saint-Saëns on December 14th.

Janowski and Thibaudet in Lübeck

Sala de Música y Congresos Lübeck

Masters of their craft: Marek Janowski conducts Schumann and Ravel, Jean-Yves Thibaudet interprets Saint-Saëns – in the NDR EO concerts in the Elbphilharmonie on 12 and 15 December.

Marek Janowski & Jean-Yves Thibaudet

Elbphilharmonie Hamburg

A national treasure in their native Norway, the Vertavo Quartet has firmly established itself as one of today’s most exciting ensembles. Experience their “flair, physicality, and communicative urgency” (Daily Telegraph) in a PCMS debut program that includes works well known to us by Ravel and Britten as well as English composer Elizabeth Maconchy’s String Quartet No. 3, a 10-minute psychological thriller that goes deep into the complexities of family relationships.

Vertavo Quartet

Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts

Ever since the 1970s, the artistry of pianist Kathryn Stott has won the hearts of audiences and colleagues alike. Now she’s decided to retire, and for this, her very last public concert, she comes home to the place where it all began: Liverpool. “I have enjoyed the most wonderful and fulfilling career,” she says. Tonight, Kathy plays the pieces she loves best of all, as she bids farewell to the concert stage and looks forward to a new chapter in a remarkable career.

Musical Postcards: Kathryn Stott’s Final Recital

Yoko Ono Lennon Centre

Dancing is like dreaming with your feet.
– Constanze Mozart


CSYO PHILHARMONIC: Invitation to the Dance

Cincinnati Music Hall

Experience the vibrant interplay of color and sound at "Luminosity: Colorists Past and Present," presented by the La Jolla Symphony & Chorus. Under the masterful direction of conductor Sameer Patel, this concert promises to be a captivating exploration of musical color, showcasing the works of both historical and contemporary composers. The performance will take place at the renowned Mandeville Auditorium, a venue known for its exceptional acoustics and intimate atmosphere.

"Luminosity" delves into the rich tapestry of orchestral and choral music, highlighting pieces that exemplify the use of tonal color to evoke emotion and imagery. The program is thoughtfully curated to bridge the past and present, offering a unique perspective on how composers across different eras have approached the concept of musical color. Audiences can expect a dynamic and immersive experience, as the La Jolla Symphony & Chorus brings these compositions to life with their signature passion and precision.

This event is a celebration of the artistic vision and innovation that defines the world of classical music. It provides a rare opportunity to witness the convergence of tradition and modernity, as the ensemble interprets works that span centuries. Whether you are a long-time aficionado of classical music or a newcomer eager to explore its depths, "Luminosity: Colorists Past and Present" promises to be an enlightening and enriching experience.

Luminosity: Colorists Past and Present

University of California San Diego

Enjoy an evening of music featuring faculty from across the School of Music! UMWO is joined by Associate Professor of Flute Sarah Frisof, Oboe Lecturer Emily Tsai, Professor of Clarinet Robert Dilutis and Bassoon Lecturer Joey Grimmer for a performance of Heitor Villa-Lobos’ stunning Concerto Grosso for Woodwind Quartet and Wind Orchestra. Assistant Professor of voice Teri Bickham D.M.A. ‘19 takes the stage to perform Augusta Read Thomas’ A Plea for Peace, a meditative work representing an impassioned cry for peace.

Faculty on Stage: UMD Wind Orchestra

University of Maryland

Online

Enjoy an evening of music featuring faculty from across the School of Music! UMWO is joined by Associate Professor of Flute Sarah Frisof, Oboe Lecturer Emily Tsai, Professor of Clarinet Robert Dilutis and Assistant Professor of Bassoon Joey Grimmer for a performance of Heitor Villa-Lobos’ stunning Concerto Grosso for Woodwind Quartet and Wind Orchestra. Assistant Professor of voice Teri Bickham D.M.A. ‘19 takes the stage to perform Augusta Read Thomas’ A Plea for Peace, a meditative work representing an impassioned cry for peace.

Faculty on Stage: UMD Wind Orchestra • IN-PERSON

In Robert Schumann’s energetic Carnaval miniatures, Russian American pianist Kirill Gerstein “gets down deep,” highlighting something darker looming in the apparent revelry with “characteristic subtlety” (The New York Times). Such a searching approach to even tried-and-true showpieces makes Gerstein one of today’s most compelling recitalists. At the core of the program are a tour-de-force of concert staples, including Ravel’s dazzling solo-piano arrangement of La valse and Liszt’s Romantic masterpiece, the Piano Sonata in B Minor. Completing the program are Liszt’s mystically beautiful “Bénédiction de Dieu dans la solitude” and the New York premiere of Francisco Coll’s Waltzes Toward Civilization, inspired by Federico García Lorca’s seminal book of poetry, Poet in New York.

Kirill Gerstein, Piano

Carnegie Hall

Severance Music Center is Cleveland’s home for symphonic music and other presentations, including Jack, Joseph, and Morton Mandel Concert Hall and Reinberger Chamber Hall. We are strongly committed to making everyone feel welcome. The doors to Severance open three hours prior to most performances.

Gerstein in Recital

Severance Music Center

Experience the majestic fusion of choral and orchestral music with "Carmina Burana y Orfeón Donostiarra" at the Auditorio Nacional de Música de Madrid on Monday, 2nd December 2024, at 19:30h. This extraordinary concert, part of the Ibermúsica 2024-2025 Conciertos Extraordinarios series, features the renowned ADDA Simfònica Alicante and the illustrious Orfeón Donostiarra choir, under the batons of Josep Vicent and José Antonio Sainz Alfaro, respectively.

The evening's programme promises an unforgettable journey through music with Ravel's "Daphnis et Chloe, segunda suite" and Orff's iconic "Carmina Burana." These masterpieces will come to life in the hands of exceptional artists, offering a unique auditory experience.

Tickets are now available for purchase, with prices inclusive of a 10% VAT, though management fees will be applied at payment. Ibermúsica ensures a commitment to quality, promising an alternative of equal or superior quality should any unforeseen changes occur. Note that the concert will start promptly at 19:30h, and late access to the hall will not be permitted.

For those interested in enhancing their concert experience, Ibermúsica offers subscription packages for the 24/25 season, including exclusive benefits such as preferred seating, flexible payment options, and free cancellation.

Don't miss this exceptional evening of music and emotion. Secure your tickets now and be part of a memorable musical journey with "Carmina Burana y Orfeón Donostiarra."

Carmina Burana y Orfeón Donostiarra - EX1

National Music Auditorium

December’s drawing in on Merseyside, but here at Liverpool Philharmonic Hall it’s summer all over again! Mendelssohn’s heart turned somersaults when he arrived in the sunshine of Italy, but today his Italian symphony is just the starting point for a whole afternoon of winter warmers. Karel Deseure conducts Ravel’s dreamy Spanish fantasy, Poulenc’s witty Sinfonietta, and Mozart’s ebullient Oboe Concerto – with the Orchestra’s very own Helena Mackie in the spotlight. It’s music that practically dances for joy.

Mozart’s Oboe Concerto

Royal Liverpool Philharmonic

**Event: La mer OPRL**

**Date & Time:** Saturday, 30 November 2024, 20:00  
**Duration:** Approximately 2 hours  
**Location:** Salle Philharmonique, Liège  
**Ticket Prices:** €45 / €35 / €23 / €16 / €11  
**Booking:** Tickets available for reservation  

**Description:**  
For its grand return to Liège, the Orchestre National de Metz Grand Est presents an evening dedicated to the best of French music from the 20th century. The concert navigates through the impressionist waters of Debussy's "La mer," from the gentle lapping of the waves to the stormy tempests, ventures into the whimsical and fateful whirl of Ravel's "La valse," breathes in the evening scents of Lili Boulanger, and plunges into the Baudelairean universe of Dutilleux's Concerto, with the passionate Edgar Moreau at the cello. Under the baton of Belgian conductor David Reiland, known for his mastery of color and rhythm, the evening promises to be an elegantly orchestrated journey.

**Program:**  
- DUTILLEUX, Tout un monde lointain, for cello and orchestra  
- L. BOULANGER, D’un soir triste  
- DEBUSSY, La mer  
- RAVEL, La valse  

**Performers:**  
- Edgar Moreau, Cello  
- Orchestre National de Metz Grand Est  
- David Reiland, Conductor  

**Genre:** Symphonic  

**Series:** Grands classiques  

**Practical Information:**  
**Venue:** Salle Philharmonique de Liège, Boulevard Piercot, 25-27, B - 4000 Liège, Belgium  
**Ticket Office:** Open Monday to Friday, 13:00 - 18:00  
**Telephone:** 32 04 220 00 00  
**How to Book:**  
- Online via the event's website  
- At the OPRL ticket office (Bd Piercot, 25-27 4000 Liège)  
- By phone during ticket office hours  
Tickets must be paid for within 48 hours of reservation by cash, bank card, credit card, or bank transfer, after which they will be released for general sale.

Join us for an unforgettable evening of French symphonic music that promises to be both a feast for the senses and a journey through the emotional landscapes evoked by these master composers.

The sea

Philharmonic Hall of Liege

A ceremonial, elegant dance is hidden behind the name Pavane, derived from the Spanish word for peacock. Ravel's "Pavane pour une infante défunte" has become particularly famous, and the Celli Family plays it in a version for eight cellos. In addition to this elegiac, dreamy composition, the program also includes works and arrangements of a different kind. A morning full of wonderful cello sounds - the perfect start to an exciting and relaxed Sunday!


Chamber Music Matinee Special Concert: Pavane

NDR Konzerthaus | Kleiner Sendesaal

There are impressive careers that one can only imagine at first. But they sometimes become reality: Petr Popelka’s love of music blossomed when he was a small child. He first formed a musical partnership with the double bass and played in the Staatskapelle Dresden for ten years. He composed on the side to keep his inner balance – but his fervent desire to conduct eventually grew stronger and stronger. And then everything went very quickly: he put his double bass bow aside and is now one of the most inspiring artists of the new generation of conductors, for whom mutual respect is always important when working together. Since this season, he has been Chief Conductor of the Wiener Symphoniker, but other orchestras are also courting the rising star. Fortunately, the likeable musician is already one of our recurring guests: we share the Bohemian soul with the Prague-born conductor – which is why it was »love at first note« when he made his debut in Bamberg in 2022. We are now looking forward to explore the dazzling scores of Schubert, Strauss and Ravel with him, as well as Christian Gerhaher’s current favourite songs, which are far from the usual vocal cycles. Petr Popelka is known for his varied programmes and also for bringing each piece to life with his unique, emotional and refreshing interpretations. He loves the passionate working relationship between him and our musicians, as he once emphasised: »There really is a great open-mindedness in the orchestra – and a willingness to give the best. I feel incredibly comfortable!«

Petr Popelka, Christian Gerhaher

Bamberg Concert Hall

Wednesday Concert II

Musikhuset København

Wednesday Concert I

Some of the world's greatest chamber music has been composed for the ensemble called "Piano Trio." We are thrilled to welcome back our A-Team Piano Trio: violinist Marcin Arendt, cellist Alexander Hersh, and pianist Victor Asunción. Their concert features two masterpieces of the genre: Maurice Ravel's shimmering Piano Trio in A minor and the powerful Piano Trio in E minor by Dmitri Shostakovich. Do come, but be prepared to fasten your seatbelts!

The Return of the A-Team

Jessica Meyer will be our guest as Composer-In-Residence as we give the Western US Premiere of a newly-commissioned work that brims with impassioned flare and fire. IFS Concertmaster Emma Rubinstein dazzles with the exotic music of Ravel, and the Symphony delivers a forgotten gem by the 19th century German composer, Emelie Mayer: her dramatic and evocative Fifth Symphony.

Her Song in 3 Voices

Idaho Falls High School

A dramatic fusion of fiery Spanish themes, exotic tales from the East, and powerful operatic themes, creating an evening of intense emotion and mesmerizing storytelling.

Classics II: Passion & Intrigue

Broadway in Hollywood

Two pieces from Maurice Ravel's center the programe. On Piano Concerto in G major Ravel said: “My only wish … was to write a genuine concerto, that is, a brilliant work, clearly highlighting the soloist's virtuosity, without seeking to show profundity”. Influenced by the jazz he experienced during his short American tour, the piece brings out the concerto's playful and intricate character, echoing the spirit of Gershwin's rhythms and dreamy French impressionism. Le Tombeau de Couperin (The Grave of Couperin), a suite for solo piano transformed into an orchestral masterpiece was dedicated to friends of the composer who died fighting in World War I. A poignant remembrance, the piece draws structurally upon a Baroque dance suite. 

23 November 2024  Hamburg

**Event Title:** Lightly Classical: Affairs of the Heart

**Date and Time:** Friday, November 22, 2024, at 7:30 PM

**Location:** Winspear Centre

**Featuring:** Juliette Kang, Violin

**About the Event:**
Join us for a mesmerizing evening at the Winspear Centre with the enchanting "Lightly Classical: Affairs of the Heart." This special performance features the talented Edmonton-native violinist, Juliette Kang, who returns to captivate the audience with her rendition of Marjan Mozetich’s breathtaking violin concerto, "Affairs of the Heart," alongside Ravel’s impressive "Tzigane." The concert will also celebrate Saint Cecilia’s Day with Handel's joyful "Concerto grosso" from his musical ode, "Alexander's Feast," and will showcase Haydn’s "Symphony No. 31 Horn Signal," known for its prominent and unusual use of the horn section.

**Program Highlights:**
- HAYDN: Symphony No. 31 Horn Signal
- MOZETICH: Affairs of the Heart Violin Concerto
- HANDEL: Concerto grosso Alexander's Feast (ESO Premiere)
- RAVEL: Tzigane for Violin

Please note, the program is subject to change and will include an intermission.

**Special Acknowledgement:**
The Winspear Centre and Edmonton Symphony Orchestra acknowledge that we are on Treaty 6 Territory, a traditional meeting ground and traveling route for many Indigenous Peoples. We honor and recognize the rich artistic, cultural, and musical traditions of the Indigenous communities that call this land home.

**Ticket Information:**
- Subscription options are available for the ESO 24/25 season.
- Renewal Deadline for preferred seats: May 1
- Subscriber presale for all regular ESO 24/25 single performances: Wednesday, July 17, 2024, at 10:00 AM
- Public onsale for regular ESO 24/25 single performances: Wednesday, July 24, 2024, at 10:00 AM

**Child Policy:** Children 3 years of age and under will not be admitted.

**Box Office Information:**
- Hours: Monday to Friday, 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM; Closed on Saturday & Sunday.
- Phone: 780.428.1414
- Email: box.officewinspearcentre.com

Join us for an unforgettable night of classical music that promises to be a heartwarming experience. Secure your tickets early to witness the extraordinary talents of Juliette Kang and the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra in this unique celebration of classical music.

Lightly Classical: Affairs of the Heart

Winspear Centre

Did you know Ravel and Gershwin were friends and mutual fans? That Gershwin sat in the audience at the premiere of Price’s first symphony? Experience four works created between 1929 and 1934 reflecting the composers’ mutual admiration, as well as the jazz era in which the music was born.

Ravel & Gershwin

Frauenthal Center

James Bond, Ravel’s Mother Goose, and Alessandra Visentin

The German conductor Joana Mallwitz leads the Swedish Radio Symphony Orchestra and the Russian pianist Anna Vinnitskaya in Pyotr Tchaikovsky's first piano concerto, one of the most famous for the instrument. Here it is combined with Maurice Ravel's impressionistic Viennese waltz La Valse , Paul Hindemith's symphony Mathis der Male r and the overture to Sergei Prokofiev's opera War and Peace .

Tchaikovsky's First Piano Concert With Anna Vinnitskaya

SR Berwaldhallen

Members of the Philharmonia Orchestra give a free performance of Ravel’s String Quartet, widely regarded as one of the pinnacles of the chamber music repertoire.

Philharmonia Chamber Players: Turina & Ravel

Southbank Centre

Do you remember the first piece of music that changed your life? That piece you stumbled upon, somewhere in a parent’s record collection, on a weary car radio, or in the depths of a YouTube playlist? And how, every time that you return to that piece, a whole world of memories are re-awakened? They cease to become just songs or movements: they’re a part of you, a bookmark in the story of your life.

Stories

Smith Square Hall

The programme blends classical with contemporary, embracing influences of jazz. Opening with Igor Stravinsky's Dumbarton Oaks, a neoclassical piece that was inspired by Bach’s Brandenburg Concertos and what became the composers final European composition.

21 November 2024  Vienna

Wiener Konzerthaus

chamber concert 2024

Herford Studio of the Philharmonic

The second collaboration with our Artistic Partner Yuja Wang, takes us through the heart of Europe. With her captivating stage presence, Yuja leads the MCO from the piano, creating a magical interplay bewteen all musicians on stage.

20 November 2024  Amsterdam

Het Concertgebouw

Two pieces from Maurice Ravel's center the programe. On Piano Concerto in G major Ravel said: “My only wish … was to write a genuine concerto, that is, a brilliant work, clearly highlighting the soloist's virtuosity, without seeking to show profundity”. Influenced by the jazz he experienced during his short American tour, the piece brings out the concerto's playful and intricate character, echoing the spirit of Gershwin's rhythms and dreamy French impressionism. Le Tombeau de Couperin (The Grave of Couperin), a suite for solo piano transformed into an orchestral masterpiece was dedicated to friends of the composer who died fighting in World War I. A poignant remembrance, the piece draws structurally upon a Baroque dance suite.

19 November 2024  Antwerp

De Singel

Chamber Orchestra Of Europe / Sir Antonio Pappano

Cité de la Musique

French Connections

Granada Theatre

### Event Description: BSO: Bartok's Concerto for Orchestra

**Event Title:** BSO: Bartok's Concerto for Orchestra

**Presented by:** Baltimore Symphony Orchestra

**Date and Time:** Sunday, November 17, 2024, at 3:00 PM

**Location:** The Music Center at Strathmore

**Conductor:** Jonathon Heyward

**Featured Artist:** Alice Sara Ott, piano

**Program:**
- **STRAVINSKY:** Renard
- **RAVEL:** Piano Concerto in G
- **BARTÓK:** Concerto for Orchestra

**Event Overview:**
Join the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra for an extraordinary afternoon of music featuring Bartók's Concerto for Orchestra. This piece, composed during a time of personal and professional turmoil for Bartók, showcases the vibrant and audacious spirit of the composer, highlighting every instrument in the ensemble. 

The program also includes Stravinsky's "Renard," a burlesque tale about a cunning fox, and Ravel's Piano Concerto in G, performed by internationally renowned pianist Alice Sara Ott. Despite a degenerative brain disease that prevented Ravel from performing his own concerto, his work remains a testament to his wondrous sense of sonic sparkle, which Ott will bring to life with her playful rendition.

**Additional Information:**
- **Tickets:** Available for purchase on the BSO website.
- **Plan Your Visit:** Make sure to check the "Know Before You Go" section for important details about your visit.

**Note:** This event is not presented by Strathmore.

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Don't miss this captivating performance that brings together the works of three iconic composers, each with their unique stories and musical brilliance. Secure your tickets now for an unforgettable experience!

Bartok's Concerto for Orchestra

The Music Center at Strathmore

17 November 2024  Lisbon

Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation

Tickets for this performance go on sale in mid-July, but you can reserve your seats today by becoming a New World Symphony subscriber. New World Symphony subscribers play a vital role in launching the careers of the world’s best young musicians and enjoy the lowest ticket prices on the best seats in the house.

Chamber Music: Crider Sings Ravel + Copland

New World Center

Antonio Pappano conducts the wonderful Chamber Orchestra of Europe in a program that celebrates the marriage of jazz and classical music with Bertrand Chamayou, a faithful among the faithful of the Dijon Opera.

Chamber Orchestra of Europe Antonio Pappano, Bertrand Chamayou

Dijon Opera

Just when it seemed that Bartók, destitute and homesick, was at death’s door, he rallied to create the audaciously vibrant Concerto for Orchestra, spotlighting every instrument in the ensemble. For Ravel, a degenerative brain disease kept him from performing his own piano concerto, but it did not dampen his wondrous sense of sonic sparkle. Internationally renowned pianist and recording artist Alice Sara Ott preserves Ravel's musical vision with a playful rendition of his virtuosic concerto. Stravinsky, exiled from his Russian homeland and silenced by World War I, turned his frustration into the most rascally sort of fun in this burlesque tale about a cunning fox.

Ravel’s Piano Concerto in G

Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall

Consolation and communion are this concert’s common themes. Conductor Kazuki Yamada leads the SF Symphony and Chorus in Fauré’s tenderly radiant and humane Requiem, an underrated stunner. Hailed for her sensitive and insightful interpretations, pianist Hélène Grimaud performs Ravel’s sprightly Piano Concerto in G major. In 1931, as he was finishing the concerto, Ravel explained that it was “written very much in the same spirit as [concertos by] Mozart and Saint-Saëns.”

Faure’s Requiem

Davies Symphony Hall

The second collaboration with our Artistic Partner Yuja Wang, takes us through the heart of Europe. With her captivating stage presence, Yuja leads the MCO from the piano, creating a magical interplay between all musicians on stage.

15 November 2024  Seville

Maestranza Theatre

Join the Philharmonia Chamber Players for an enchanting evening of music by Turina and Ravel at the Royal Festival Hall on Thursday, 14 November 2024, at 6pm. This special small-ensemble performance is a unique opportunity to experience the mastery of four Philharmonia string players as they present a free concert featuring Turina's "La oración del torero" and Ravel's celebrated "String Quartet."

The event showcases the talents of Rebecca Chan and David López Ibáñez on violin, Sylvain Séailles on viola, and Ella Rundle on cello. Together, they will navigate the lively, lyrical, and contemplative passages of Ravel's masterpiece, a work that demands great technical and expressive skill. This performance is an excellent introduction to French music for newcomers, highlighting the beauty and complexity of the chamber music repertoire.

In addition to Ravel's work, the audience will be treated to Turina's "The Bullfighter’s Prayer," a piece inspired by the composer's experience at a bullfighting event in Madrid. This composition blends the influences of Debussy and Ravel with a distinctive Spanish, folkloric flavor, offering a vivid musical portrayal of a toreador's prayer before entering the arena.

This event is free, but tickets are required. Priority booking is available for Friends of the Philharmonia, with general booking opening at 10am on Tuesday, 23 April. The performance is expected to run for approximately 35 minutes and is recommended for audiences aged 7 and up. Free printed programmes will be available at the venue to enhance your concert experience.

Don't miss this opportunity to immerse yourself in the exquisite sounds of Turina and Ravel, performed by the talented Philharmonia Chamber Players. Reserve your tickets now and prepare for an unforgettable musical journey at the Royal Festival Hall.

Philharmonia Chamber Players: Turina and Ravel

Royal Festival Hall

Insiders: Ilya Kaler, violin

Cleveland Institute of Music

‘The wonderfully satisfying partnership of cellist and pianist’ was how the Guardian described a recital by these fantastic artists. Steven is well known to us, but equally in the world class is cellist Alban Gerhardt. He is one of the world’s most versatile cellists, renowned for his musicality and virtuosity. It is hard to imagine a more appetising programme beginning with Schubert’s much loved Arpeggione and concluding in sparking French repertoire from Debussy and Ravel.

Classical Stars: Steven Osborne And Alban Gerhardt

Perth Concert Hall

Season Opener Concert

East Providence High School

Experience intimate chamber music programs curated and performed by small ensembles of SF Symphony musicians.

Chamber Music At Davies Symphony Hall

Pavel Kolesnikov, ‘a poet of the piano’ (Bachtrack), joins Nodoka Okisawa to perform Saint-Saëns’ celebrated Second Piano Concerto.

Saint-Saëns wrote his Second Piano Concerto in three weeks, leaving very little time to prepare for its premiere. With its dazzling stylistic changes, it has grown to become the most popular of the composer’s piano concertos.

The Hallé - Saint-Saëns' Second Piano Concerto

The Bridgewater Hall

Join us for an unforgettable afternoon of music with the commanding Uzbek pianist Behzod Abduraimov at Hertz Hall on November 10, 2024, at 3:00 pm. Known for his powerful performances with the world's leading orchestras, Abduraimov brings his musical prowess to a more intimate setting in his Cal Performances debut. This recital promises to be a showcase of story and image, featuring an eclectic program that includes Prokofiev’s piano adaptation of music from his ballet "Romeo and Juliet" and the West Coast premiere of Uzbek composer Dilorom Saidaminova’s 1973 work "The Walls of Ancient Bukhara." Additionally, the program will highlight Florence Price’s "Fantasie nègre No. 1," a piece that incorporates Black American folk melodies and has gained popularity as interest in Price’s work has been revived. 

The full program for the afternoon will include:
- FRANCK arr. BAUER: Prélude, Fugue, and Variations, Op. 18
- DILOROM SAIDAMINOVA: The Walls of Ancient Bukhara
- RAVEL: Gaspard de la nuit
- PRICE: Fantasie nègre No. 1 in E minor
- PROKOFIEV: 10 Pieces from Romeo and Juliet, Op. 75

Tickets for this captivating recital start at $78, with season subscriptions available now and single tickets going on sale at noon on August 6. Don't miss the opportunity to experience the "gossamer beauty" and "shimmering halos" that Abduraimov coaxes from the piano, as praised by The Times, London. For more information and to purchase tickets, please visit [Cal Performances](https://calperformances.org/events/2024-25/recital/behzod-abduraimov-piano/).

Behzod Abduraimov, piano

University of California, Berkeley

The New Millennium Chamber Orchestra’s twelfth concert season begins November 9 and 10 with “The French Collection”, a journey through the music of the French Impressionist period.

“The French Collection”

First Presbyterian Church Palo Alto

Transfiguration Episcopal Church

The heart of Spain beats in Rodrigo's timeless Concierto de Aranjuez, performed by one of the world’s most celebrated classical guitarists: Miloš Karadaglić. The iconic Boléro concludes the performance with its crescendo of repeating motifs accompanied by Ravel's rhythmic, folk-inspired Alborada del gracioso, Falla's balletic The Three-Cornered Hat and the riveting orchestral suites of Ravel's Rapsodie espagnole. Together, these compositions exude the flair, passion and spirit of Spain.

Rodrigo & Ravel’s Boléro

Jacoby Symphony Hall

Saint-Saëns wrote his Second Piano Concerto in three weeks, leaving very little time to prepare for its premiere. With its dazzling stylistic changes, it has grown to become the most popular of the composer’s piano concertos.

Saint-Saëns’ Second Piano Concerto

The two-time Grammy-award winning Attacca Quartet performs Caroline Shaw’s Valencia, plus pieces from their genre-busting 2021 album Of All Joys, a powerful musical journey that folds late 20th-century minimalism back onto the music of the Renaissance. ​Attacca Quartet “lives in the present aesthetically, without rejecting the virtues of the musical past” (The Nation), and are recognized and acclaimed as one of the most versatile and outstanding ensembles of the moment — a true quartet for modern times. Gliding through traditional classical repertoire to electronica, video game music and contemporary collaborations, they are one of the world’s most innovative and respected ensembles. With students from Kaufman Music Center’s Special Music School and the John J. Cali School of Music.

Attacca Quartet

Kaufman Music Center

Saint-Saëns wrote his Second Piano Concerto in three weeks, leaving very little time to prepare for its premiere. With its dazzling stylistic changes, it has grown to become the most popular of the composer’s piano concertos.

Ravel’s Le Tombeau de Couperin started life as a suite for solo piano but was later orchestrated by the composer and it is this arrangement that the Hallé will present. It is a delicately intimate work with each of its six movements dedicated to friends of the composer who had died in the First World War.

Experience the enchanting melodies of the Orchestre Philharmonique du Luxembourg under the baton of Gustavo Gimeno, with the virtuosic Iveta Apkalna at the organ, in a captivating concert part of the Ibermúsica 2024-2025 Serie Arriaga. This musical journey unfolds on Thursday, 7th November 2024, at 19:30h in the prestigious Auditorio Nacional de Música de Madrid.

The evening's programme promises a rich tapestry of sounds, featuring Ravel's whimsical "Mi madre la oca, suite," Respighi's vibrant "Fiestas Romanas," Poulenc's majestic "Concierto para órgano," and Respighi's picturesque "Pinos de Roma." This selection of works showcases the exceptional talents of both the orchestra and soloist, promising an unforgettable auditory experience.

Tickets are available, incorporating a 10% VAT, excluding handling fees applied at payment. Ibermúsica ensures a high-quality experience, reserving the right to modify the programme if necessary and promising equal or superior quality replacements in unforeseeable circumstances. In the rare event of a concert cancellation, refunds will be issued.

Join us for an evening of sublime music, starting promptly at 19:30h. Latecomers may not be admitted, ensuring an uninterrupted experience for all attendees. For more information and to secure your seat for this not-to-be-missed event, visit the Ibermúsica website or contact our ticket office. Enjoy the benefits of subscribing to Ibermúsica 24/25 for exclusive perks, including preferred seating and flexible payment options.

Orchestre Philharmonique du Luxembourg - A2

One of the most prolific and influential composers of today, John Adams returns to the TSO podium, leading sensational Spotlight Artist Anna Prohaska in “This is prophetic!” from his era-defining opera Nixon in China, depicting the historic 1972 US Presidential visit, along with the Canadian Première of his eclectic new work, Frenzy.

John Adams Returns

David Pecaut Square

In 1895 Georges Enescu moved to Paris to study at the Conservatoire, where one of his teachers was Fauré; his 1899 Second Violin Sonata partakes of this new French manner. Fauré’s First Cello Sonata was launched in 1917. A late work, the Piano Trio was first heard in 1923 and quickly taken up by the celebrated trio of Cortot, Thibaud and Casals. Ravel’s 1903 String Quartet was dedicated to his teacher Fauré.

Steven Isserlis cello; Joshua Bell violin; Irène Duval violin; Jeremy Denk piano; Connie Shih piano; Quatuor Agate

The Van Kuijk Quartet’s international accolades include First, Best Beethoven and Best Haydn Prizes at the 2015 Wigmore Hall International String Quartet competition; its lunchtime programme features a selection of French mélodies in transcriptions and arrangements for string quartet.

Quatuor Van Kuijk

Celebrating their 15th year as “a sonically daring ensemble who specializes in performing new works with charisma and integrity” (BBC Music Magazine), Akropolis has “taken the chamber music world by storm” (Fanfare). As the first reed quintet to twice grace the Billboard Charts (2021, 2022), the untamed band of 5 reed players and entrepreneurs are united by a shared passion: to make music that sparks joy and wonder.

Akropolis Reed Quintet

United Methodist Church Ridgecrest

Join us for the Grand Season Opening at Knight Concert Hall on November 3rd at 6:00 pm. The evening promises an exquisite musical journey, beginning with Dvorak’s Symphony No. 7 in D minor,  followed by Maurice Ravel’s enchanting «Piano Concerto in G major,» showcasing the remarkable talents of pianist Andreas Boyde. The concert will culminate with Ravel’s mesmerizing «Bolero,» under the masterful direction of conductor Eduardo Marturet. Don’t miss this unforgettable night of exceptional performances.

Ii. Grand Season Opening 2024-2025

Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts

Join Musicians of the Philharmonic for personal and intimate performances, and experience the personality of the performers. See how a small setting can amplify a huge musical event

NY Phil Ensembles at Merkin Hall

The Grand Season Opening promises an exquisite musical journey, beginning with Dvořák’s Symphony No. 7 in D minor, followed by Maurice Ravel's enchanting "Piano Concerto in G major," showcasing the remarkable talents of pianist Andreas Boyde. The concert will culminate with Ravel's mesmerizing "Bolero," under the masterful direction of conductor Eduardo Marturet. Don't miss this unforgettable night of exceptional performances.

Grand Season Opening

The DSO welcomes back Charles Gorczynski, a highly skilled bandoneon player known for his virtuosity and deep connection to tango music. He will be featured in Argentine composer Astor Piazzolla’s symphonic take on tangoes.

Latin-American

Five Flags Center

Stony Brook Symphony Orchestra

Staller Center for the Arts

Join the Virginia Symphony Orchestra (VSO) for an enchanting evening featuring Rachmaninoff’s Second Symphony, under the distinguished baton of VSO Principal Guest Conductor Thomas Wilkins. This performance promises to captivate audiences with its deeply emotional melodies and rich orchestral textures. The concert will also showcase the incredible talents of acclaimed pianist Michelle Cann, performing Liszt’s First Piano Concerto, a piece renowned for its virtuosic demands and dazzling beauty.

Event Details:
- **Date:** November 1, 2024
- **Time:** 7:30 pm
- **Location:** Chrysler Hall

The evening’s program begins with Maurice Ravel’s "Le Tombeau de Couperin," followed by Franz Liszt’s Piano Concerto No. 1, featuring Michelle Cann. The highlight of the night, Sergei Rachmaninoff’s Symphony No. 2, will conclude the performance, offering a journey through its sweeping romanticism and heartfelt emotion.

Thomas Wilkins, celebrated for his dynamic conducting and deep musical insights, brings his expertise back to his native Norfolk as the VSO’s first-ever Principal Guest Conductor. Michelle Cann, a pianist of extraordinary skill and expressiveness, has garnered acclaim for her performances across the globe, making this event a must-see for music lovers.

Don’t miss this opportunity to experience the power and beauty of classical music performed by some of the most talented artists of our time. Secure your tickets now for an unforgettable night with the Virginia Symphony Orchestra.

Rachmaninoff’s Second Symphony

Christopher Newport University

Town Center of Virginia Beach

Chrysler Hall

Immerse yourself in the enchanting melodies of Maurice Ravel's Piano Concerto in G Major at the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra's upcoming concert. This special evening, taking place on November 1, 2024, at 7:30 PM, will be held in the prestigious Jack Singer Concert Hall. Part of the Classics 3 series, the concert promises an unforgettable experience with acclaimed pianist and conductor Jeffrey Kahane performing double duties. Kahane will not only grace the stage with his rendition of Ravel's sparkling concerto but will also lead the orchestra through Robert Schumann’s spirited First Symphony, a piece inspired by the promise of spring. The concert will also feature Anna Clyne’s "Within Her Arms," a poignant meditation on loss, life, and love, showcasing the strings in a central role.

Join us early at 6:35 PM for a Pre-Concert chat in the lobby, setting the stage for an evening of beautiful music. Tickets are available for adults ranging from $30 to $90, offering everyone the chance to experience this magnificent blend of classical music. Don't miss this opportunity to see Jeffrey Kahane and the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra bring these timeless compositions to life. Book your tickets now and be part of a memorable night that celebrates the beauty and depth of classical music.

Ravel's Piano Concerto

Arts Commons

Dance and music are deeply intertwined, but this symphonic programme takes a bold departure from classics like Swan Lake and The Nutcracker. Nowhere is this more evident than in Ravel’s La valse. Spinning through the shadowy corners of Viennese waltzes, the piece unfolds into a dark commentary on the chaos of post-World War I Europe and the remnants of a 19th century imperial society once obsessed with the waltz dance. Don’t be deceived by its elegant opening though; this journey was always destined to end in a tumultuous crash.

RNCM Symphony Orchestra: La valse

RNCM (Royal Northern College of Music)

Ravel’s tribute to the Viennese waltz accelerates with chaotic energy​. Richard Strauss composed Metamorphosen as a memorial for a culture ravaged by World War II. Violinist Leila Josefowicz, a champion of living composers, is the soloist in Luca Francesconi’s flamenco-inspired concerto; the composer describes the Duende of the title as “a subterranean force of unheard-of power that escapes rational control.” 

Mälkki Conducts Strauss and Ravel

David Geffen Hall

Nobuyuki Tsujii is ‘the definition of virtuosity’ (The Observer). Winner of the prestigious Van Cliburn Piano Competition at just 20, this acclaimed pianist has been blind since birth and learns scores by ear, giving him an intimate and unique connection to every piece he performs.

Nobuyuki Tsujii in Recital

Sydney Opera House

The always-evolving Met Orchestra Chamber Ensemble features musicians from the legendary Met Orchestra in a variety of unique programs. Together, along with special guest artists from the Metropolitan Opera and beyond, they explore a boundless world of chamber music, adapting to fit the instrumental needs of any piece—from all-time classics to hard-to-find hidden gems and standout works by many of today’s significant composers. This evening’s performance—the ensemble’s first of the Carnegie Hall season—is presented as part of the Hall’s 2024–2025 spotlight on the music of South Africa.

Maurice Ravel

Composer

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