Pianist

Strap in for the psychedelic rollercoaster of Symphonie fantastique, Berlioz’s epic fever dream of obsession, ecstasy, tantrums, and wild ambition. The NSO also performs Bryce Dessner’s Mari and Liszt’s scintillating Piano Concerto No. 1 performed by the “one in a million giant of solo piano” Benjamin Grosvenor (The Independent).

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Benjamin Grosvenor plays Liszt’s Piano Concerto No. 1 Daniele Rustioni conducts Berlioz’s Symphonie fantastique

California Center for the Arts

British pianist Benjamin Grosvenor dazzles his way through Liszt’s colorful First Piano Concerto. The program begins with Roland furieux, a symphonic poem by Augusta Holmès, a composer with close ties to Liszt and Saint-Saëns in the late 19th century. Indianapolis born conductor Kazem Abdullah concludes with Saint-Saëns brilliant organ symphony, a piece that was dedicated to Liszt. 

Liszt and Saint-Saëns

Hilbert Circle Theatre

The symphony is transformed into a storybook on this literary program. Made famous by Disney’s Fantasia, Dukas’ The Sorcerer’s Apprentice tells the tale of an apprentice discovering his master’s magic (as told by the trumpets) to bring a broom (as told by the bassoon) to life.

Once Upon a Time: The Sorcerer’s Apprentice

Heinz Hall

British pianist Benjamin Grosvenor, heralded as one of the most important pianists to emerge from the United Kingdom in decades, is internationally recognized for his sonorous lyricism and understated brilliance at the keyboard. Join Benjamin Grosvenor together with our Pittsburgh Symphony musicians as they reveal the depth of their mesmerizing artistry across this special evening. Surround the sound on the Heinz Hall stage together with Grosvenor and PSO Musicians. 

Benjamin Grosvenor

Pianist

Events

9 - 11 May, 2024

Benjamin Grosvenor plays Liszt’s Piano Concerto No. 1 Daniele Rustioni conducts Berlioz’s Symphonie fantastique · National Symphony Orchestra

17 - 18 May, 2024

Liszt and Saint-Saëns · Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra

May 31 - Jun 2, 2024

Once Upon a Time: The Sorcerer’s Apprentice · Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra

Jun 1, 2024

PSO360: Benjamin Grosvenor · Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra

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