Composer

The 19th century’s most enduring oratorio, Mendelssohn’s Elijah, sung here in English, depicts the story of the biblical prophet Elijah, complete with his ascent to heaven on a flaming chariot. James Conlon leads the assembled forces, including Chicago favorite Lucas Meachem in the mighty title role and the Chicago Symphony Chorus performing the work’s pensive and ecstatic ensembles.

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Mendelssohn Elijah

Symphony Center

Korean-born Canadian cellist Eric Han made his concerto debut with the Toronto Symphony Orchestra at the age of 14. Following his debut, he had many engagements with Toronto Sinfonietta, Toronto Chamber Players and Boston’s Symphony by the Sea. As a guest artist and Artist in Residence, Han has participated at various festivals including the Moritzburg Festival, La Jolla SummerFest, Music@Menlo and Sarasota Music Festival, among others. Han studied with David Hetherington at the Glenn Gould School, and holds a Bachelor of Music from the Colburn School of Music under the tutelage of Ronald Leonard. Han is a recent graduate of the Curtis Institute of Music, where he studied with Peter Wiley and Carter Brey. Han plays on a cello made by Frank Ravatin on generous loan to him by the Maestro Foundation. Eric is 4th chair cellist with the Seattle Symphony Orchestra since 2013.

Italian Symphony

Edmonds Center For the Arts

A memorable evening is certain when the "power couple of chamber music," Han and Finckel, team with Setzer, of Emerson renown!

Han-Setzer-Finckel Trio

Alice Pratt Brown Hall

Palladium Chamber Series: Mile-End Trio

Palladium Theater St. Petersburg

Join the La Crosse Symphony Orchestra for an unforgettable evening of music and celebration at the "Spring Finale & A World Premiere" concert. This special event is scheduled for May 4, 2024, from 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm at the Viterbo Fine Arts Center, located at 929 Jackson Street, La Crosse, WI.

This concert marks a significant milestone in the orchestra's history, celebrating its 125th Anniversary with a world premiere commissioned piece, "Madrigal Divine" by Nathaniel Dett, orchestrated by Jonathan Bailey Holland. The evening will also feature the mesmerizing "Piano Concerto, Op. 16, in A Minor" by Edvard Grieg, with Andrey Gugnin on the piano, alongside performances of Bizet's "March of the Toreadors from Carmen," Mendelssohn's "Scherzo from Incidental Music to A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Op. 61," and Sibelius's "Symphony No. 3, Op. 52, in C Major."

Enhance your experience with pre-concert live music in the FSPA lobby, starting at 6:30 pm, followed by a Concert Preview with Maestro Alexander Platt at 6:45 pm in the Viterbo Dance Studio. After the concert, indulge in Cookies & Coffee with the Maestro, featuring treats from Meringue and coffee from Moka. The night doesn't end there; join us at La Cav for a Post-Concert Party from 10:00 pm until midnight, offering specialty drinks and savory snacks.

This event is proudly sponsored by Trust Point. For tickets and more information, please visit the La Crosse Symphony Orchestra's website or contact them at 608-783-2121. Don't miss this extraordinary night of music, celebration, and community.

Spring Finale & A World Premiere

Viterbo University

Felix Mendelssohn was a child prodigy on the level of Mozart. When he was 16 he composed his Octet, blending youthful exuberance with a maturity and sophistication of style that helped launch his international career due to the sheer charm of the music, including the Faust-inspired scherzo, with its flitting melodies and lighter-than-air sensations, a particular specialty of Mendelssohn’s. Completing the program are American composer Samuel Barber’s hazy wind quintet Summer Music, and music for two pianists by Ligeti, Debussy and Amy Beach featuring FWSO Music Director Robert Spano and Pedja Mužijevic.

 Mendelssohn, Barber, and music for two pianists

Sundance Square

DPAA’s Stained Glass Concert—the Norma Ross Memorial Community Concerts—is part of a series of community outreach efforts in honor of the late Mrs. Norma Ross.  The concerts are a wonderful opportunity for local church musicians and choirs to collaborate alongside DPO Artistic Director and Conductor Neal Gittleman and the Dayton Philharmonic, as well as other local arts groups.

Stained Glass Concert At New Season Ministry

New Season Ministry

Soprano Larisa Martinez and violinist Joshua Bell present a new concert program, Voice and the Violin, an evening of beloved romantic arias and modern classics.

In a statement, Martinez and Bell said, “Our concept for the ‘Voice and the Violin’ program began during the pandemic, while we were quarantined and finding new ways to collaborate and enjoy music together. Although finding repertoire written specifically for violin and voice can be a challenge, we discovered and fell in love with these gems featured in tonight’s performance."

Voice & the Violin: Joshua Bell & Larisa Martinez

Segerstrom Center for the Arts

Tales from Europe

Neumann University

Soprano Larisa Martinez and violinist Joshua Bell present a new concert program, Voice and the Violin, an evening of beloved romantic arias and modern classics.

This concert has Rimma’s fingerprints—and fingers!—all over it! Not only did she curate it, she also leads the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra and performs on all three works. First up is Arvo Pärt’s shimmering classical music “hit,” Fratres (Latin: Brethren), revealed through his tintinnabuli technique that immerses you in a meditative sound world. Then it’s Mendelssohn’s Violin Concerto—no, not THAT one. The wunderkind wrote another one at age 12! Across borders and decades, its manuscript was “rediscovered” and premiered by the legendary Yehudi Menuhin. And now you’re the first OPO audience to hear it. Finally, Rimma and the Philharmonic’s strings crown this evening with enriched memories of Tchaikovsky’s beloved sunny-blue-skies-Florence. 

Rimma Presents Mendelssohn & Tchaikovsky

First United Methodist Church of Orlando

Korean violinist Chee-Yun and Slovenian guitarist Mak Grgić unite for a concert that celebrates both of their unique cultural heritages. Ranging from tango and folk-influenced dance compositions to Korean art song and contemporary works, this collaboration between a gifted young guitarist and an extraordinarily talented string player is not to be missed.

Chee-Yun, violin & Mak Grgić, guitar

Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts

Mendelssohn's Violin Concerto

DeVos Performance Hall

Join guest conductor Tania Miller and the Chicago Symphony Orchestra for a concert that dives into the wonder and symbolism of water. Flow through majestic rivers, stormy seas and galactic ice as the musicians use sound to convey the source of life. Perfect for ages 5-12.

Sound Waves

Orchestra Hall

Debuting conductor Marta Gardolińska leads the San Francisco Symphony in Felix Mendelssohn's evocative travelogue, inspired by a visit to the ruins of Holyrood Chapel in Edinburgh. Grażyna Bacewic wrote her Overture in 1943, during the German occupation of her native Poland. The premiere was delayed until her homeland was liberated from the Nazis two years later. Written in the aftermath of World War I, Edward Elgar’s Cello Concerto is an urgent elegy, a late-life affirmation of Englishness.

Mendelssohn's Scottish Symphony

Davies Symphony Hall

Collaboration with the next generation of classical artists has been a keystone of music director Esa-Pekka Salonen’s San Francisco Symphony tenure. For this return engagement, the Symphony is led by young Polish conductor Marta Gardolińksa, a Dudamel fellow who has twice led the LA Philharmonic at the Hollywood Bowl. The program features a little-heard but delightfully energetic overture by Polish composer Bacewicz, Mendelssohn’s “Scottish” symphony inspired by the composers first visit to Britain and “new cello genius” (Le Figaro) Pablo Ferrández performing Elgar’s contemplative cello concerto.

San Francisco Symphony

Robert and Margrit Mondavi Center for the Performing Arts

Join the Atlanta Symphony Youth Orchestra as they present their Finale Concert, marking the culmination of their 50th season. This momentous event will be led by the talented Associate Conductor William R. Langley, showcasing the exceptional skills and dedication of the young musicians. The concert is set to take place on May 12, 2024, at 2:00 PM in the prestigious Atlanta Symphony Hall.

Tickets for this special performance are complimentary but must be reserved in advance to ensure your seat. This is a unique opportunity to witness the future of classical music as these young talents take the stage under the guidance of William R. Langley, the Associate Conductor and ASYO Music Director.

Don't miss out on this celebration of music, youth, and the enduring legacy of the Atlanta Symphony Youth Orchestra. Reserve your tickets now and be part of a memorable afternoon filled with inspiring performances.

Atlanta Symphony Youth Orchestra 50th Anniversary Celebration

Atlanta Symphony Hall

The YSO’s season concludes with two works by Felix Mendelssohn: the overture to A Midsummer Night’s Dream and his Second Symphony, which includes a cantata featuring the Yakima Symphony Chorus. Completing the program is a work by Pacific Northwest composer Kenji Bunch, commissioned by the YSO in celebration of the orchestra’s 50th Anniversary.

Classical VI – The Magnificent Mendelssohn

Capitol Theatre

Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center Artistic Directors Wu Han and David Finckel return to end the season with guest violinist Chad Hoopes.

Wu Han, David Finckel, and Chad Hoopes

Spa Little Theatre

Join us for an enchanting evening of vocal music as Otto Vogel, a talented baritone from the Northwestern Bienen School of Music, presents his Bachelor of Music recital. This special performance will take place on Sunday, May 12, 2024, at 6:00pm CDT in the intimate setting of the McClintock Choral and Recital Room, located within the Patrick G. and Shirley W. Ryan Center for the Musical Arts.

Otto Vogel, under the tutelage of Karen Brunssen, will showcase his vocal prowess through a carefully selected repertoire that includes works by Henry Purcell realized by Benjamin Britten, selections from Felix Mendelssohn's "Elijah," Op. 70, and Ralph Vaughan Williams' pieces from "Three Poems by Walt Whitman" among others. The recital will also feature Gerald Finzi's "Channel Firing" from "Before and After Summer," Op. 16, and a delightful array of songs from Madeleine Dring's "7 Shakespeare Songs" and Betty Roe's whimsical "Lullaby for a Baby Toad" and "Morning and Afternoon."

Accompanying Otto on this musical journey will be Teresa Kang on piano and Eric Powers on cello, adding depth and harmony to the evening's performance.

This event is free and open to the public, with no tickets required. For those unable to attend in person, a live stream will be available, ensuring that no one misses out on this showcase of emerging musical talent.

Venue: David and Carol McClintock Choral and Recital Room
Address: 70 Arts Circle Drive, Evanston, IL 60208, United States

Don't miss this opportunity to support and enjoy the artistry of a rising star in the world of classical music.

Otto Vogel, baritone

Ryan Center for the Musical Arts

Our season finale features Memphis’ own Ceruti String Quartet in a performance of Mendelssohn’s soulful Quartet No. 2 in A minor, Op. 13. Then, treat of treats, they will be joined by cellist Astrid Schween from the Juilliard String Quartet in Schubert’s beloved masterpiece, the great Quintet in C Major. There won’t be a dry eye in the house!



Playing Favorites

At the home of Drs. Ben Wheeler and Aimee Christian

Prometheus Trio May Concert

McIntosh|Goodrich Mansion

Live at the Winspear is excited to present performer and pedagogue Nathan Laube for his thrilling debut performance on the Davis Concert Organ. Known for his brilliant playing, gracious demeanour, and creative programming of repertoire spanning five centuries, he has earned high praise from critics and peers alike. The program will include Laube's own transcription of Franz Liszt's Sonata in B Minor, one of his most magnificent works for the keyboard.

Laube Plays Liszt

Winspear Centre

Felix Mendelssohn took more than five years to complete his beautiful Violin Concerto in E minor, and it was a hit from its very first performance. Even still, Taiwanese Australian violinist Ray Chen’s fresh and fiery performance is a showstopper that might leave you wondering how his instrument doesn’t burst into flames from the energy he creates.

Ray Chen, Mendelssohn & Mahler

Southam Hall

Renowned Curtis alumni violinist Shanshan Yao (’08), violist Haesue Lee (’21), cellist Jean Kim (’18), and pianist Pallavi Mahidhara (’10) will embark on a tour of Europe in the spring of 2024. This exciting concert features Indian American composer Reena Esmail’s lush, romantic trio for violin, cello, and piano, Saans, inspired by the Franck Violin Sonata, and the wedding of dear friends, alongside Felix Mendelssohn’s first published composition, the charming Piano Quartet No. 1 in C minor. The concert concludes with Antonín Dvořák’s ingenious Piano Quartet No. 2 in E flat major, a bold, colorful work of tremendous beauty that flits between dark and light, the elegance of the Viennese classical style, and the folky playfulness of a ländler waltz.

Curtis on Tour in Waterloo, Belgium

Queen Elisabeth Music Chapel

Classical music loves a prodigy. Fresh off his multi-album deal with Decca Records Randall Goosby makes his NSO debut performing Mendelssohn’s masterpiece. Thomas Wilkins also conducts a new work by Anna Clyne and Elgar’s Enigma Variations, which features the ever-popular “Nimrod.”

Randall Goosby plays Mendelssohn’s Violin Concerto Thomas Wilkins conducts Elgar’s Enigma Variations

California Center for the Arts

Join us for an enchanting evening of vocal brilliance as Priya Krishnaswamy, a talented soprano from the Northwestern Bienen School of Music, takes the stage for her Bachelor of Music recital. This special performance is scheduled for Friday, May 17, 2024, at 8:30pm CDT, in the intimate setting of the McClintock Choral and Recital Room.

Under the tutelage of Theresa Brancaccio, Priya will be joined by Greta McNamee, mezzo-soprano, and Teresa Kang on piano, to present a diverse and captivating program. The evening's repertoire includes cherished works by J.S. Bach, such as "Ich folge dir gleichfalls" from St. Matthew Passion, BWV 244, and "Aus Liebe" from the same passion, alongside George Frideric Handel's "Come unto Him" from Messiah, HWV 56. The program will also feature pieces from Carl Orff's Carmina Burana, Vincenzo Bellini, Felix Mendelssohn, Franz Joseph Haydn, Stacy Garrop, Jean-Paul-Égide Martini, Claude Debussy, Léo Delibes, Andrew Lloyd Webber, and Frederick Lowe, promising a rich exploration of vocal music.

This recital is a free event, open to all who appreciate the power and beauty of the human voice in its many forms. Whether you're a lover of classical opera, contemporary compositions, or timeless classics, Priya's performance is sure to captivate and inspire.

The McClintock Choral and Recital Room, located at 70 Arts Circle Drive, Evanston, IL 60208, within the Patrick G. and Shirley W. Ryan Center for the Musical Arts, offers a cozy and acoustically pleasing environment, perfect for the nuances of vocal performance. With seating for 120, it's an ideal space for an intimate musical experience.

For those unable to attend in person, we are pleased to offer a live stream of the event. Ensure you don't miss this remarkable display of musical talent and passion.

Mark your calendars for an unforgettable night of music and emotion with Priya Krishnaswamy and guests.

Priya Krishnaswamy, soprano

Rising conductor Kenneth Bean joins the CSO for this engaging program. Cellist Thomas Mesa performs two works: a new cello concerto by Jessie Montgomery, current composer-in-Residence at the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, and Tchaikovsky’s Variations on a Rococo Theme, one of the most beloved works in the cello repertoire. Bookending the program are Mendelssohn’s The Hebrides, inspired by the composer’s travel to Scotland, and Beethoven’s engaging second symphony.

Beethoven Symphony No. 2

Ohio Theatre

Mendelssohn's Violin Concerto is a beloved showcase for soloistic lyricism and virtuosity with violinist Daniel Lozakovich in his San Diego Symphony debut. Rafael Payare conducts this dramatic program that features the first act of Wagner’s Die Walküre, a collaborative presentation by the San Diego Opera and the San Diego Symphony in celebration of 20 years of partnership.

Mendelssohn's Violin Concerto and Wagner’s Die Walküre

The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park

Mendelssohn’s Violin Concerto is a beloved showcase for soloistic lyricism and virtuosity, and will be the vehicle for Daniel Lozakovich in his San Diego Symphony debut. Rafael Payare leads soloist Daniel Lozakovich and the symphony in this dynamic program that opens with Brahms’ intense Tragic Overture and closes with the warmth and grandeur of his Symphony No. 2, the second in our cycle of Brahms’ symphonies.

Brahms and Mendelssohn

Joan and Irwin Jacobs Music Center

The British composer Edward Elgar said “There is music in the air, music all around us, the world is full of it and you simply take as much as you require.” Composers can find the inspiration for their creativity from many different sources, including other composers. This concert pairs three composers with their composer muses.

Composers and their Muses

The First United Methodist Church of Greenwich

Lisa Arnhold Memorial Recital: Ivalas Quartet

Carnegie Hall

Curtis on Tour in Vilagarcía de Arousa, Spain

Auditorio Municipal Vilagarcía de Arousa

Pleasant Hill, KY

Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill

Join us for an exquisite afternoon of viola music performed by the talented Tristin Saito at the Northwestern Bienen School of Music. This captivating recital is scheduled for Saturday, May 25, 2024, at 2:30pm CDT in the stunning Mary B. Galvin Recital Hall. Tristin, a Bachelor of Music student under the guidance of Weijing Michal, Jasmine Meyer, and Nathan Canfield, will showcase his mastery through a diverse program featuring works by J.S. Bach, Felix Mendelssohn, Paul Hindemith, and Max Reger.

The program includes:
- J.S. Bach trans. Clemens Meyer and Joseph Vieland, Partita No. 2 in D Minor, BWV 1004
- Felix Mendelssohn, Viola Sonata in C Minor, MWV Q 14
- Paul Hindemith, Der Schwanendreher
- Max Reger, Suite No. 1 for Solo Viola in G Minor, Op. 131d

This event is free and open to the public, with no tickets required. For those unable to attend in person, a live stream will be available to ensure you don't miss this remarkable performance. The Galvin Recital Hall, located within the Ryan Center for the Musical Arts at 70 Arts Circle Drive, Evanston, IL, offers an intimate setting with breathtaking views of Lake Michigan and the Chicago skyline, complemented by its exceptional acoustics.

Don't miss this opportunity to experience the profound musicality and technical prowess of Tristin Saito.

Tristin Saito, viola

Mary B. Galvin Recital Hall

Curtis on Tour in Madrid, Spain

National Music Auditorium

Born in Hamburg in 1824 (200 years ago!), Reinecke had a precocious start as a piano prodigy. He associated with the greatest composers of his time, including Schumann, Mendelssohn, Liszt, and Brahms. He enjoyed a brilliant career in Leipzig as a conductor, piano teacher, and composer. Reinecke also attracted promising students like Grieg, Janáček, Albéniz, and Bruch. The musicians of the OPRL (Orchestre Philharmonique Royal de Liège) are paying tribute to this master of German Romanticism, particularly recognizing his significant contributions to wind instruments.

If you have any specific questions or need more information about Carl Reinecke or the event honoring him, please feel free to ask.

Happy Reinecke

Salle Philharmonique de Liège

Shakespeare’s peerless comedy has been translated into many artistic mediums over the centuries, proving the enduring appeal of its richly complicated tale of mismatched lovers, the buffoonish “rude mechanicals,” and the fairy-tale kingdom presided over by the warring Oberon and Titania. Balanchine’s genius is illustrated in his mastery of all aspects of the play’s dizzying plot, and features, in the wedding finale, one of his most beautifully composed pas de deux.

A Midsummer Night's Dream

Lincoln Center

Experience the captivating sounds of the Dallas Symphony Orchestra at the Auditorio Nacional de Música de Madrid on Tuesday, 4th June 2024, at 19:30h. This remarkable evening, part of the Ibermúsica 2023-2024 Serie Barbieri, will feature the esteemed conductor Fabio Luisi and the virtuoso violinist James Ehnes. The program promises an unforgettable musical journey with Mendelssohn's Violin Concerto Op. 64 and Tchaikovsky's Symphony No. 6 "Pathétique."

Tickets are available for purchase, offering you the chance to immerse yourself in the profound beauty and emotional depth of these masterpieces. This event not only showcases the exceptional talent of the Dallas Symphony Orchestra but also celebrates the rich musical heritage and innovation that Ibermúsica is known for.

Don't miss this opportunity to be part of a night where music transcends the ordinary, creating a memorable experience that resonates long after the final note. Secure your tickets now and prepare to be moved by the power of live classical music at its finest.

Dallas Symphony Orchestra - B12

Curtis on Tour in Paris, France

A cornerstone of the repertoire, Mendelssohn’s Violin Concerto is a passionate and technically mesmerizing display of the instrument’s capabilities. It soars in the hands of the gifted Randall Goosby, a former student of Itzhak Perlman who, at 13, was the youngest winner of the Sphinx Competition. The beloved work is complemented by a delightfully effervescent Divertimento for String Orchestra composed by Bartók in just 15 days, along with Mozart’s popular “Prague” Symphony, and the World Première of a work by Métis composer Ian Cusson, created in partnership with the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH).

Mendelssohn’s Violin

David Pecaut Square

2023 Summer Festival 3

Benaroya Hall

Curtis on Tour in Munich, Germany

Nymphenburg Palace

Romantic Travels

Unitarian Universalist Church of Berkeley

Curtis on Tour in Bremen, Germany

Die Glocke, Kleiner Saal

Themed “Music From Film” the orchestra will be performing music composed for and featured on the silver screen at our Summer Concert. The concert will take place at Bramshaw Village Hall at 7.30pm on Saturday 15 June 2024. Conducted by Simon Wilkins, the orchestra will be playing a selection of music featured in and composed for film, including 2001 Space Odyssey, The Mission, Fantasia, The King’s Speech, Jean de Florette, Apocalpyse Now, Lord of the Rings, Rocketman, Apollo 13 and more!

Music From Film

Bramshaw Village Hall

Artistic Director and Principal Conductor Carlos Kalmar and Chorus Director Christopher Bell bring the acclaimed Grant Park Chorus to the neighborhoods with a gorgeous program devoted to the wonders of the human voice.

Choral Masterworks

Columbus (Christopher) Park

South Shore Cultural Center

Darius Milhaud’s Suite for Violin, Clarinet and Piano was taken from the incidental music he wrote for Jean Anouilh’s 1937 play, Le voyageur sans bagage (The Traveler Without Luggage). The Trio by Armenian composer Aram Khachaturian features his characteristic style of composing classical music with folk-inspired rhythms and melodies, all emphasized by colorful instrumentation. Mendelssohn’s self-assured Piano Trio in C minor is the composer’s final chamber work

From Mendelssohn to Milhaud

Felix Mendelssohn loved Birmingham – but his travels didn’t stop here, and when he visited Italy for the first time his heart leaped for joy. His sun-kissed ‘Italian’ symphony is the exuberant climax to a whole afternoon of genius off the leash: whether Mozart’s majestic piano concerto, or the windswept energy of the composer they called the “female Beethoven”: Louise Farrenc.

Mendelssohn's Italian Symphony

The International Convention Centre

An astounding child prodigy, Felix Mendelssohn composed the Overture to A Midsummer Night's Dream when he was only 17 years old. This brilliant music captures the essence of Shakespeare's play and stands on its own as an orchestral masterwork.

Stern's Farewell with Sibelius and Barber

Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts

Closing Night

University of California San Diego

For more than 25 years, Stangeland Family Youth Choral Academy has been a flagship educational and training program for the nation’s most talented high school choral singers. Led by Dr. Anton Armstrong, SFYCA performs various works including pieces by Eric Whitacre and a performance of Bach’s Cantata BWV 29.

Stangeland Family Youth Choral Academy

Beall Concert Hall

Caroline Shaw’s work takes us “to the other side of Alice’s looking glass.” Soprano Erika Baikoff, a recent graduate of the Metropolitan Opera's Lindemann Young Artist Development Program, joins the DSO to “stretch gold from star to star” in Britten’s brilliant setting of French poetry. Mendelssohn’s First Symphony, written when we he was just 15, dazzles with the fire of youth.

Britten & Mendelssohn

Kirk in the Hills

Our Lady Star of the Sea

First United Methodist Church

The Berman Center for the Performing Arts

The Miami String Quartet plays beloved works by Mozart and Mendelssohn. Mozart’s String Quartet in D Minor is from a set that the composer dedicated to Haydn, who, after hearing the set, told Mozart’s father that his son was “the greatest composer” he’d ever known. Mendelssohn’s String Quartet in F Minor is his impassioned final chamber work, which he wrote following the death of his beloved sister Fanny, just months before his own death at the age of 38.

Miami String Quartet

New Mexico Museum of Art

Igor Levit (“like no other pianist,” exclaimed The New Yorker) and NY Phil Principal Trumpet Christopher Martin share the spotlight in Shostakovich’s concerto for piano and trumpet. Jaap van Zweden conducts the program, which is bookended by symphonies by Prokofiev and Felix Mendelssohn.

Bravo! Vail: Jaap van Zweden, Igor Levit, and Christopher Martin

Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater

An evening of classics under the stars. Celebrated violinist Christian Tetzlaff brings to life Mozart’s Fifth Violin Concerto, which bubbles with the composer’s quintessential craft and charm. Antonello Manacorda complements this favorite with Mendelssohn’s breezy Midsummer Night’s Dream Overture and Beethoven's indomitable Seventh Symphony.

Tetzlaff Plays Mozart

Blossom Music Center

This concert unites the poignant Mendelssohn siblings’ works—Fanny’s unduly neglected remarkable work and Felix’s stirring String Quartet, a reaction to her early passing—with compositions by artists silenced or oppressed during WWII. It embodies the spirit of perseverance and the unbreakable will of the human spirit through music.

Resilience

Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center

An exhilarating night of midsummer madness, this magical comedy brims with mistaken identity, mismatched lovers, and mischief-making fairies. This modern verse translation of Shakespeare’s comic masterpiece ensnares two pairs of lovers and a rustic troupe of would-be actors in a forest full of comedic adventure. A Midsummer Night’s Dream is a joyful celebration of love lost, transformed, and restored that casts a powerfully pleasing spell.

William Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night's Dream

Idaho Department of Parks & Recreation

Summer Festival Chorus 2024

For the tenth time, the Gstaad Conducting Academy participants take centre stage for the grand finale concert. After two weeks of intense work under the exceptional guidance of Jaap van Zweden and Johannes Schlaefli and accompanied by our Gstaad Festival Orchestra, the anniversary edition concludes with a flourish. It’s a special moment for everyone involved, especially as the prestigious Neeme Järvi Prize awaits, an honour that was bestowed just one year after the Academy’s inception for the first time. Over time, it has become a revered accolade, not only drawing interest from up to seven partner orchestras but also annually causing a stir in the professional world with the eagerly anticipated announcement: “And the winners are...”

Gstaad Conducting Academy – Birthday Edition – Concert II

Gstaad Festival Tent

The first grand symphonic concert of the summer with the Gstaad Festival Orchestra, conducted by Jaap van Zweden, is on the horizon. Bruckner’s most impassioned, luminous, and almost joyously exuberant Symphony No. 7 takes the spotlight, often dubbed the “Symphony of Tremolos”. The inaugural movement kicks off in a mysterious “primordial mist”, with violins crafting a long, softly played tremolo. The Adagio is especially notable, serving as a tribute to Richard Wagner. Bruckner had just started working on his Symphony No. 7 when his “blessed, dearly beloved, immortal master”, as Bruckner affectionately referred to Wagner, passed away in Venice in February 1883. In the Adagio, Bruckner introduces the Wagner tuba for the first time in one of his compositions, paired with a quote from Wagner’s Te Deum (“… non confundar in aeternum”: “In eternity, I shall not be confounded.”). Until then, the sombre tones of the Wagner tuba had not ventured beyond Wagner’s orchestra pit. Opening the evening is one of the most remarkable violinists of our era, Janine Jansen, Professor at the Haute école de musique Vaud Valais Fribourg (HEMU) in Sion and the newly appointed Artistic Co-Director of the Sion Festival. The Gstaad Festival Orchestra accompanies her in Mendelssohn’s famous E Minor Concerto.

The Heaven of Bruckner – Trans-cendence VII – Gstaad Festival Orchestra II

With his Seventh, the long-suffering Anton Bruckner finally achieved the breakthrough he had longed for. Although this unique, fundamentally lyrical symphony ends in a wonderful, radiant E major, at its centre is the great C-sharp minor Adagio, in which moving funeral music leads to a grandiose climax and immediately transforms into an achingly sublime epitaph for Richard Wagner, who had recently died. Felix Mendelssohn's immortal Violin Concerto also expresses great emotions, but more compactly. Passion, virtuosity, songfulness and, in the finale, cheerful, capricious fairy sprits make it a standard audience favourite, here performed by Janine Jansen and the Gstaad Festival Orchestra under Jaap van Zweden.

Gstaad Festival Orchestra Jaap Van Zweden

Grafenegg Festival

The 19th century was an incredible period of folk influence on classical music masters. Brahms, Mendelssohn and Ravel transformed their fascination with local traditions into unrivaled masterpieces. Concertmaster Alyssa Park and dancers of Pacific Festival Ballet enchant as featured soloists.

Brahms, Mendelssohn & Ravel

Rancho Campana Performing Arts Center

Kavli Theatre Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza

Season Opening Concert 2024

Madison Center for the Arts

Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of northern landscapes with the Orchestre symphonique de Québec's tribute concert, "Hommage aux paysages nordiques." This captivating performance is scheduled for October 16, 2024, at 8:00 PM, taking place at the prestigious Palais Montcalm. Tickets start at $55, offering an accessible way for all to experience the magic of classical music.

Under the baton of the talented Polish conductor Anna Sułkowska-Migoń, and featuring the virtuosic Korean pianist Joyce Yang, the evening promises an unforgettable journey through musical masterpieces. The concert will open with Verdi's powerful overture to "La forza del destino," a piece commissioned by Tsar Alexander II of Russia, which sets the stage with its theme of passionate love. Following this, the audience will be treated to Grieg's Piano Concerto, a homage to the composer's deep love for his wife and newborn daughter, inspired by his walks in the Norwegian countryside. The journey concludes with Mendelssohn's Symphony No. 3, "Scottish," evoking the misty landscapes and rugged beauty of the Scottish Highlands.

Enhance your concert experience by joining Benjamin René for the prelude talks starting at 7:00 PM. These insightful sessions offer a deeper understanding of the creative process and historical context behind the compositions. Additionally, attendees will have the opportunity to enjoy pre-concert performances by emerging musicians from the Conservatoire de musique de Québec and the Faculté de musique de l’Université Laval.

For those interested in attending, tickets can be purchased online or by phone at 1 877 641-6040. Don't miss this opportunity to embark on a musical voyage that celebrates the beauty and inspiration drawn from the northern landscapes.

Hommage To Nordic Landscapes

Palais Montcalm – Maison de la musique

Join the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra for a captivating evening of classical music featuring the works of Haydn and Mendelssohn. This special event, part of the Delta Classical Series, will take place at the Atlanta Symphony Hall from October 17 to October 19, 2024. Experience the grandeur of Haydn's Symphony No. 104, London, and the vibrant energy of Mendelssohn's Symphony No. 4, Italian, under the baton of guest conductor Earl Lee. The concert will also showcase the exceptional talent of principal oboist Elizabeth Koch Tiscione with Françaix's picturesque oboe concerto, The Flower Clock. Don't miss this opportunity to immerse yourself in the sun-drenched hills and rustic verve evoked by these masterful compositions. Tickets are on sale now. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra's website.

Haydn and Mendelssohn Symphonies

Chopin’s glittering First Piano Concerto captures the powerful feelings of youth. Written when he was 20, it’s a bold, unselfconscious journey of the heart and one of just two works he composed for orchestra.

Ingrid Fliter performs Chopin

Sydney Opera House

Kerson Leong, who dazzled TSO audiences in 2022, returns to perform Korngold’s romantic Violin Concerto, written during his Hollywood years and first performed by the great Jascha Heifetz. The Hollywood-themed first half begins with Bernard Herrmann’s iconic music for the film Psycho. Conductor Nicholas Hersh makes his Masterworks debut with Mendelssohn’s Symphony No. 5, “Reformation,” written to commemorate the 300th anniversary of the Augsburg Confession, when Martin Luther established the Protestant Reformation. It includes the famous Dresden Amen. A noted arranger, Hersh introduces the first performance of his own orchestration of Clara Schumann’s piano collection “4 Pièces caractéristiques.”

Mendelssohn And Korngold

Catalina Foothills High School

Join us for an unforgettable evening with the Greenwich Symphony on February 1 & 2, 2025, at the Performing Arts Center at Greenwich High School, located at 10 Hillside Road, Greenwich, CT. Experience the magic of live classical music under the baton of esteemed conductor Stuart Malina, featuring the extraordinary talents of saxophonist Valentin Kovalev.

The concert will commence on Saturday at 7:30 pm and on Sunday at 3:00 pm, offering attendees two opportunities to witness this spectacular performance. The program includes Gioachino Rossini's exhilarating Overture to The Barber of Seville, Eunike Tanzil's compelling Veni, Vidi, Vici, and Takashi Yoshimatsu's Alto Saxophone Concerto Cyber Bird, showcasing the virtuosic skills of Kovalev. The evening will conclude with Felix Mendelssohn's Symphony No. 3, "Scottish," transporting the audience to the picturesque landscapes of Scotland through its stirring melodies.

Valentin Kovalev, a saxophonist of international acclaim, brings his diverse background and vibrant energy to the stage. With a rich history of studying in Russia, France, and the U.S., Kovalev's performances are a testament to his passion for connecting with audiences worldwide. His dedication to supporting Ukrainian saxophonists and amplifying marginalized voices in the classical music scene underscores his commitment to making a difference through music.

Kovalev's accolades include prestigious awards from the MTNA Competition U.S., Manhattan International Music Competition U.S., and many more, establishing him as a leading figure in the world of classical saxophone. Having performed at Carnegie Hall and with numerous prestigious orchestras globally, his appearance with the Greenwich Symphony is a highlight not to be missed.

Don't miss this opportunity to experience the power of classical music brought to life by the Greenwich Symphony and the remarkable Valentin Kovalev. Reserve your tickets now for a weekend of breathtaking performances that promise to inspire and captivate.

GSO February Concert 2025

Greenwich High School

Experience the majestic “Scottish” Symphony like never before, as The Knights, led by conductor Eric Jacobsen, intersperse the piece with traditional Scottish tunes, bringing a fresh context to one of Felix Mendelssohn’s great orchestral works. GRAMMY Award–winning singer-songwriter Aoife O’Donovan joins the ensemble to perform America, Come, an original suite inspired by the lives, letters, and speeches of Carrie Chapman Catt and President Woodrow Wilson in the summer of 1920, when the suffragists made their pivotal march to Tennessee. The program opens with the brisk, timeless overture to Mozart’s The Marriage of Figaro.

The Knights at Carnegie Hall with Aoife O'Donovan

Whatever your favorite, Mendelssohn’s experiment with neoclassicism and later jazz, Ravel’s early initiation of the Romantic period using fresh lyrical melodies, or Stravinsky’s modernistic approach to rhythm, there was something “suite”

How "Suite" It Is!

West Valley Symphony

Join us for an unforgettable evening of classical music at The Anvil in Basingstoke on Wednesday, 19th March 2025, at 7:30 pm. This special concert features the renowned Osmo Vänskä as conductor and the sensational Mao Fujita on piano, presenting a program that promises to captivate and enchant.

The evening will commence with Missy Mazzoli's "These Worlds In Us," a poignant piece dedicated to the composer’s father, reflecting on themes of memory, grief, and love. Following this, Mao Fujita will take center stage to perform Mozart's Piano Concerto No. 25, K. 503. Celebrated for his mastery and interpretation of Mozart, Fujita's performance is eagerly anticipated. The concert will conclude with Mendelssohn's Symphony No. 5, "Reformation," a work rich in religious allusions and melodies that celebrate the Protestant Reformation.

Tickets are priced between £17 and £45, with group discounts available and a special rate of £12 for under 25s and full-time students (includes a £4 booking fee). The concert's duration is approximately 1 hour and 40 minutes, including an interval, and is recommended for ages 7 and up.

For more information or to book your tickets, please contact the Anvil Arts Box Office at 01256 844244. Don't miss this opportunity to experience the brilliance of Osmo Vänskä and Mao Fujita in a program that spans the emotional spectrum of classical music.

Basingstoke: Osmo Vänskä & Mao Fujita Philharmonia

The Anvil

Join us at the Bedford Corn Exchange for an unforgettable evening of classical music as Osmo Vänskä conducts Mendelssohn, featuring the talented Mao Fujita on piano. This special concert, taking place on Friday, 21 March 2025, at 7:30 pm, promises to be a highlight of the musical calendar.

**Event Details:**
- **Date:** Friday, 21 March 2025
- **Time:** 7:30 pm
- **Location:** Bedford Corn Exchange, 13 St Paul’s Square, Bedford, MK40 1SL
- **Tickets:** £15 - £40
- **Priority Booking:** Available for Friends of the Philharmonia. General booking opens at 10 am on Tuesday, 23 April.

**Program Highlights:**
- **Missy Mazzoli:** These Worlds In Us
- **W.A. Mozart:** Piano Concerto No. 25, K. 503, featuring Mao Fujita
- **Felix Mendelssohn:** Symphony No. 5, 'Reformation'

The evening will commence with Missy Mazzoli's poignant "These Worlds In Us," a piece dedicated to her father and reflecting on themes of memory, grief, and love. Following this, the young and exceptionally talented pianist Mao Fujita will take the stage to perform Mozart's Piano Concerto No. 25, a masterpiece of the Classical period celebrated for its beauty and complexity.

After the interval, the orchestra will present Mendelssohn's Symphony No. 5, 'Reformation.' This rarely performed symphony, never published during Mendelssohn's lifetime, is a profound celebration of the Protestant Reformation, rich in religious allusions and warming melodies.

**Additional Information:**
- **Running Time:** 1 hour 40 minutes, including a 20-minute interval
- **Recommended Age:** From 7 years
- **Programme Notes:** Free printed programmes available at the venue. Digital programme notes will be accessible a week before the concert.
- **Box Office:** Philharmonia Box Office: 0800 652 6717 (Monday to Friday, 10 am - 5 pm)

Don't miss this opportunity to experience the brilliance of Osmo Vänskä, Mao Fujita, and the Mendelssohn Philharmonia in the beautiful setting of the Bedford Corn Exchange. Secure your tickets early to ensure the best seats for an evening of exquisite music and unforgettable performances.

Bedford: Osmo Vänskä conducts Mendelssohn

Bedford Corn Exchange

Praised by The New York Times for its “dramatic, energetic playing,” the Tetzlaff Quartet performs a dynamic concert of chamber music of Mendelssohn, Widmann, and Dvořák.

Felix Mendelssohn

Composer

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