This concert is about the music that comes when we long for home. Dvořák’s "New World" Symphony captures the energetic elements of music he heard in America, dosed with a heartfelt nostalgia for his homeland. The result is one of the warmest celebrations of looking forwards and back. It’s no surprise that a recording of this symphony even made its way onto Apollo XI. Raymond Yiu’s Violin Concerto meditates on exile, inspired by the life of composer Ma Sicong, who fled China to build a new life in the U.S. And in his Romanian Folk Dances, Bartók finds inspiration in authentic regional folk music.

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Dvořák New World Symphony

Benaroya Hall

Immerse yourself in the profound world of Beethoven with the Hawaii Symphony Orchestra's captivating performance of "Fate: Symphony No. 5 & 8" on Thursday, March 6, 2025, from 7:30 PM to 8:30 PM at the historic Hawaii Theatre, located at 1130 Bethel Street, Honolulu, HI. This event marks a significant highlight in the Beethoven Festival 24/25, showcasing the contrasting moods of Beethoven's work through the intense, fate-driven Symphony No. 5 and the cheerful, buoyant Symphony No. 8.

Under the baton of esteemed Music Director Dane Lam, the evening promises an exploration of Beethoven's genius, starting with the iconic opening notes of the Fifth Symphony that have left an indelible mark on classical music. The program also features Raymond Yiu's intriguing "Old Bei," adding a contemporary touch to the classical repertoire.

Tickets for this masterful blend of drama and light-heartedness will be available for purchase starting May 15. For those eager to secure their seats, tickets can be bought online or by contacting the HSO Box Office at 808 380-7720, available Tuesday through Friday, from 10 am to 2 pm. Don't miss this opportunity to experience the duality of Beethoven's compositions, brought to life by the Hawaii Symphony Orchestra in an evening that promises to be both enlightening and entertaining.

Fate: Symphony No. 5 & 8

Hawaii Theatre

Clemens Schuldt conducts Raymond Yiu’s powerful new violin concerto, framed by explosions of colour and joy from Kodály and Beethoven.

Raymond Yiu

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10 - 12 Apr, 2025

Dvořák New World Symphony · Seattle Symphony

Mar 6, 2025

Fate: Symphony No. 5 & 8 · Hawai‘i Symphony Orchestra

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