Examining the close cultural and musical ties between East and West, this collaboration between Grammy Award-winning tenor Karim Sulayman and guitarist Sean Shibe offers music ranging from Dowland and Takemitsu to traditional songs from the Middle East. This musical journey reflects the artists’ personal experiences of dynamic, cross-over identities, as they were raised in the West but had ethnic roots in the East (Lebanon and Japan, respectively). Broken Branches explores the wood of the guitar and its relatives, as well as the splintering of history known as diaspora.

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Karim Sulayman, tenor Sean Shibe, guitar

Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts

The Hallé Rush Hour series continues with a contrasting pair of pieces, conducted by Euan Shields.

Takemitsu’s A Flock Descends into the Pentagonal Garden is a contemplative, peaceful work, evoking the solitude of a stroll through one’s garden. Arising from a dream, Takemitsu described it as a ‘shifting panorama of scenes in which the main motif representing the so-called “Flock” descends into the harmonious tone-field called the “Pentagonal Garden”.’

Hallé Rush Hour - Rachmaninov's Third Symphony

The Bridgewater Hall

Join us for an evening of profound musical expression as Kazuki Yamada leads the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra in the annual CBSO Remembers Concert. This special performance, taking place on Thursday, 10th April 2025, at 7:30pm in the prestigious Symphony Hall, Birmingham, is dedicated to remembering and celebrating the lives of those we have lost over the past year, including dear friends, members, and colleagues.

The concert features two soul-stirring masterworks: Takemitsu's "Requiem" and Mahler's "Symphony No.9". Both pieces, inspired by personal loss and grief—Takemitsu for his mentor Fumio Hayasaka, and Mahler for his own daughter—offer a journey through sorrow with moments of incredible spirit and even joy. The evening promises to be an uplifting experience, reflecting on the theme that in the midst of death, there is life.

Event Details:
- **Date/Time:** Thursday, 10th April 2025, 7:30pm
- **Venue:** Symphony Hall, Birmingham
- **Price:** £26-£62 (Ticket commission of £3.50 is included for each ticket priced over £15)
- **Running Time:** Approximately 2 hours with a 20-minute interval

Special Offers:
- Multi-buy discount available
- Reduced ticket prices for students, 18-30s, under-18s, and benefit recipients

Programme:
- Takemitsu: Requiem (8 mins)
- Mahler: Symphony No.9 (87 mins)

Conductor: Kazuki Yamada

For those wishing to include a loved one on the dedication list within the concert programme, please reach out to marketingcbso.co.uk.

Don't miss this poignant evening of remembrance and music. Book your tickets now and be part of a moving tribute that celebrates life through the power of music.

Kazuki conducts Mahler 9

The International Convention Centre

Join us for a spectacular evening as the Delaware Symphony Orchestra presents "Amado Conducts Stravinsky" on Friday, April 18, 2025, at 7:30 pm. This momentous event will take place at the esteemed Copeland Hall at The Grand Opera House, marking the grand finale of our 119th season. Under the baton of Music Director Laureate David Amado, the evening promises an unforgettable journey through classical music's most vibrant compositions.

The concert will feature an exquisite lineup, starting with Takemitsu's "Twill by Twilight," followed by Debussy's "Printemps," and culminating in Stravinsky's groundbreaking "The Rite of Spring." This selection of works promises to showcase the orchestra's versatility and the emotional depth of classical music.

The performance is expected to run for approximately 60 minutes, with a 20-minute intermission, allowing guests to reflect on the experience and anticipate the thrilling conclusion.

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to our sponsors for their generous support: TATIANA AND GERRET COPELAND, C.E. Bennett Foundation, ALFRED I. DU PONT FOUNDATION, INC., DELAWARE GENERAL ASSEMBLY, AWARE FOUNDATION, CHARLES DELMAR FOUNDATION, and NOR'EASTER FOUNDATION.

Don't miss this opportunity to celebrate the closing of our spotlight season with "Amado Conducts Stravinsky." Secure your tickets now for an evening of classical music at its finest.

Amado Conducts Stravinsky

The Grand Opera House

Experience the timeless masterpieces of Beethoven and Mozart with the Houston Symphony under the baton of Music Director Juraj Valčuha. This concert promises an unforgettable journey through the emotional landscapes of Beethoven's Symphony No. 7, a piece that has enthralled audiences for over two centuries with its dynamic range of moods, from the introspective to the joyously unrestrained. Alongside, witness the fiery brilliance of Mozart's Piano Concerto No. 20, a work that showcases the composer's genius in its stormy intensity and dramatic contrasts.

**Concert Details:**

- **Dates and Times:**
  - Thursday, May 1, 2025, at 7:30 PM
  - Saturday, May 3, 2025, at 7:30 PM
  - Sunday, May 4, 2025, at 2:00 PM
- **Venue:** Jones Hall
- **Program:**
  - TAKEMITSU: Twill by Twilight
  - MOZART: Piano Concerto No. 20 in D minor
  - BEETHOVEN: Symphony No. 7
- **Featuring:**
  - Matthias Pintscher, conductor
  - Cédric Tiberghien, piano

**What to Expect:**
- Revel in Beethoven’s Symphony No. 7, a piece celebrated in films like The King’s Speech and X-Men: Apocalypse.
- Be amazed by Mozart’s Piano Concerto No. 20, famously featured in the movie Amadeus.
- This concert is a special opportunity for subscribers, offering savings, priority seating, and exclusive perks for the 2024-25 season.

**Select Your Package:** Subscribers have the chance to choose the perfect package for an exciting new season of music. Enjoy the benefits of savings, priority seating, and presale access to special events.

Don't miss this captivating evening with the Houston Symphony, where the genius of Beethoven and Mozart will come alive in a performance filled with passion and brilliance.

Beethoven 7 & Mozart

Jones Hall

Immerse yourself in an atmospheric journey through music with the Royal Scottish National Orchestra's captivating concert series, "Night-Sky-Blue." This enchanting series will unfold over three spellbinding evenings, starting on Thursday, May 8th, and concluding on Saturday, May 10th, 2025. Each performance promises to transport audiences to ethereal realms through a meticulously curated repertoire that includes Debussy's "Clair de lune" orchestrated by Stokowski, Helen Grime's "Trumpet Concerto night-sky-blue" in its Scottish Premiere, Takemitsu's "How Slow the Wind," and Rachmaninov's "Isle of the Dead."

Under the baton of the distinguished guest conductor Nodoka Okisawa, and featuring the world-renowned trumpet soloist Håkan Hardenberger, these concerts are set to be a celebration of musical mastery and emotional depth. Okisawa, known for her dynamic and sensitive conducting, will lead the orchestra through these evocative pieces, showcasing her unique ability to draw profound emotion from the musicians and the music alike. Hardenberger, hailed as the world's greatest classical trumpeter, will bring his unparalleled virtuosity and expressive power to Grime's concerto, promising a performance that will linger in the memory long after the final note has faded.

The concert series will grace three of Scotland's most prestigious venues, starting with the Music Hall in Aberdeen on May 8th, followed by the Usher Hall in Edinburgh on May 9th, and concluding at the Glasgow Royal Concert Hall on May 10th. Each evening will begin at 7:30 pm, offering audiences the chance to experience the magic of live classical music in these iconic settings.

Tickets are available across a range of prices, with discounts offered for under 18s, under 26s, mature students, unemployed patrons, patrons with disabilities, and groups, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to be part of these unforgettable nights. Booking fees may apply.

Don't miss this opportunity to join the Royal Scottish National Orchestra for "Night-Sky-Blue," a series of concerts that promise to be a highlight of the musical calendar, blending the beauty of classical music with the mystery and majesty of the night sky. Book your tickets now and prepare to be transported by the power of music.

Night-sky-blue

Music Hall

The Usher Hall

Buchanan Galleries

Join us for an enchanting evening with the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra as Kazuki Yamada takes the podium to conduct a mesmerizing program featuring the works of Respighi and Saint-Saëns. This captivating concert is set to take place on Wednesday, 4th June 2025, at 7:30 pm in the prestigious Symphony Hall.

The evening promises to be a journey through magical dreams and landscapes, where inspiration meets boundless imagination. The program includes Berlioz's "Le Corsaire Overture," Takemitsu's "I Hear Water Dreaming," Respighi's "Fountains of Rome," and culminates with Saint-Saëns' epic "Symphony No.3 Organ." Each piece is a brilliant landscape inspired by poems, paintings, and the eternal city of Rome, promising to transport the audience to otherworldly realms.

The concert will showcase the extraordinary talents of miracle musician Sebastian Heindl on the organ, bringing the big moments of Saint-Saëns' Symphony to life. Additionally, the CBSO’s own Marie-Christine Zupancic will delight audiences with her stunning solo flute performance in Takemitsu's piece.

Tickets are priced between £26 and £62, with a per-ticket commission of £3.50 included for tickets priced over £15. Attendees can also take advantage of our multi-buy discount, along with reduced ticket prices for students, 18-30s, under-18s, and benefit recipients.

The concert is expected to last approximately 2 hours, including a 20-minute interval, allowing you to immerse yourself fully in the beauty and drama of the music.

Don't miss this opportunity to experience the full force of the CBSO, complete with world-famous soloists and conductors. Book your tickets now for an unforgettable evening of classical music that promises to inspire and delight.

Takemitsu

Events

Upcoming events

Mar 6, 2025

Hallé Rush Hour - Rachmaninov's Third Symphony · The Bridgewater Hall

Apr 10, 2025

Kazuki conducts Mahler 9 · City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra

Apr 18, 2025

Amado Conducts Stravinsky · Delaware Symphony Orchestra

1 - 4 May, 2025

Beethoven 7 & Mozart · Houston Symphony

8 - 10 May, 2025

Night-sky-blue · Royal Scottish National Orchestra

Past events

Oct 20, 2024

Karim Sulayman, tenor Sean Shibe, guitar · Philadelphia Chamber Music Society

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