Composer

Join the Phoenix Symphony for a special event, "Coffee, Conversations & Classics - Rhapsody In Blue: A 100th Anniversary Celebration," featuring the iconic work of George Gershwin. This unique experience, hosted by Phoenix Symphony Associate Conductor Alex Amsel, invites you to immerse yourself in an open rehearsal setting. Engage in a lively Q&A session with the guest conductor and musicians after witnessing their preparation for an upcoming concert. 

This celebration marks the centennial of Gershwin's "Rhapsody in Blue," a cornerstone of American symphonic music, alongside other remarkable works that debuted in 1924. Under the baton of German conductor Christian Reif, with American pianist Conor Hanick performing the thrilling piano solo, the concert repertoire also includes Sibelius’ Symphony No. 7, Respighi’s "Pines of Rome," Honegger's "Pacific 231," and a mystery piece, promising an unforgettable auditory journey.

The event will take place at Symphony Hall on Thursday, November 21, 2024, at 10:00 AM. General admission seating allows for an intimate and casual atmosphere, perfect for classical music enthusiasts and newcomers alike. Don't miss this opportunity to celebrate a milestone anniversary of "Rhapsody in Blue" and explore other significant works from 1924 with the Phoenix Symphony.

EPSG:4326

Coffee, Conversations & Classics - Rhapsody In Blue: A 100th Anniversary Celebration

Phoenix Convention Center

Stephen Waarts, enjoyed by audiences globally for his ‘expressive fire and tonal vitality’ (Süddeutsche Zeitung), joins Hallé Artist-in-Residence Thomas Adès to perform in Rautavaara’s final opus.

Finnish composer Rautavaara’s Deux Sérénades is a delicately poignant work in two movements: the first, ‘For my love’, is rich with emotive, yearning melodies; the second, ‘For life’, is more contemplative, until a suddenly frantic finish. Thomas Adès’ Aquifer is brimming with fluid motifs and rhythms that expand and withdraw as the water would in its namesake geological structure. Stephen Waarts will perform Adès’ Air – Homage to Sibelius, a transformative work first premiered earlier this year. Book-ending tonight’s concert are two Sibelius symphonies, his Fifth and Seventh. The latter, like Air, was composed in one single movement, yet it is no less full of rhythmic variety.

The Hallé - Adès And Sibelius

The Bridgewater Hall

Finnish composer Rautavaara’s Deux Sérénades is a delicately poignant work in two movements: the first, ‘For my love’, is rich with emotive, yearning melodies; the second, ‘For life’, is more contemplative, until a suddenly frantic finish. Thomas Adès’ Aquifer is brimming with fluid motifs and rhythms that expand and withdraw as the water would in its namesake geological structure. Stephen Waarts will perform Adès’ Air – Homage to Sibelius, a transformative work first premiered earlier this year.

Adès and Sibelius

The British pianist and composer has shown a predilection for rare repertoire, especially from the Romantic period and the 20th Century, which has seen him champion such figures as the Austrian Egon Kornauth (1891-1959) and the Ukrainian Felix Blumenfeld (1863-1931). International Record Review found his interpretations on CD of the former ‘most engaging and enterprising ... [he] is a most perceptive advocate of this music.’

Jonathan Powell piano

Wigmore Hall

LAURA JACKSON – now in her 12th season  –  serves as the music director and conductor of the Reno Phil and continues to win praise for her artistry, leadership, and creative community engagement.  In addition to concerts with the Reno Phil, Ms. Jackson guest conducts nationally and internationally. She has performed with the symphonies of Alabama, Atlanta, Baltimore, Berkeley, Charlottesville, Detroit, Hartford, Hawaii, Orlando, the Philippines, Phoenix, Richmond, San Antonio, Toledo, Toronto, Windsor, and Winnipeg in addition to concerts with the Philly POPS and L’Orchestre symphonique de Bretagne in France.

Joyce Yang Plays Grieg

Century II Performing Arts & Convention Center

Sibelius’s First Symphony evokes scenes of snowy Finnish landscapes and the quiet strength of winter, while Shostakovich’s First Violin Concerto, with its haunting and expressive melodies, embodies the fiery resilience of the human spirit.

Fire & Ice: Shostakovich & Sibelius

David Pecaut Square

Edvard Grieg's Holberg Suite stands as a masterpiece within the realm of neoclassical composition, reflecting the composer's profound admiration for the Baroque era while infusing it with his unique Nordic sensibility. Composed in 1884 to commemorate the 200th anniversary of the birth of the renowned Danish-Norwegian playwright Ludvig Holberg, the suite showcases Grieg's ability to blend historical forms with his own distinctive voice.

The suite is comprised of five movements, each offering a delightful exploration of Baroque dance forms imbued with Grieg's characteristic lush harmonies and melodic inventiveness. The first movement, "Praeludium," opens the suite with a stately introduction, evoking the grandeur of the Baroque period while introducing motifs that will recur throughout the work. Following the prelude, the suite unfolds with the lively "Sarabande," characterized by its graceful triple meter and intricate interplay of melodic lines. Grieg's skillful orchestration brings a vibrant energy to this movement, capturing the spirit of the dance form while infusing it with his own expressive flair.

Notes from the North

University of Redlands

Join us for a monumental celebration of Anton Bruckner's 200th birthday with the Duluth Superior Symphony Orchestra's presentation of "Bruckner’s Te Deum" during our Masterworks 3 concert. This season, we pay homage to Bruckner's legacy, a composer whose epic style and deep Christian faith left an indelible mark on the music world. The evening will feature the Symphonic Prelude, a piece sometimes attributed to Bruckner’s great admirer Gustav Mahler, and Bruckner’s grand "Te Deum," a masterpiece for chorus, vocal soloists, and orchestra that Bruckner himself proclaimed as the pride of his life. 

In addition to these magnificent works, the concert will spotlight a soprano soloist performing the "Wesendonck Lieder" by Richard Wagner, a composer revered by Bruckner. The program will conclude with the thrilling, yet seldom performed, Symphony No.3 by Jean Sibelius, rounding off an evening of unforgettable music.

Event Details:
- **Date and Time**: November 16, 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM
- **Location**: DECC Symphony Hall, 350 Harbor Dr, Duluth, MN 55802

Don't miss this extraordinary opportunity to experience the powerful and inspiring music of Bruckner and his contemporaries. Buy your tickets now and be part of a historic musical celebration.

For tickets and more information, visit our website or contact the Duluth Superior Symphony Orchestra office.

Bruckner’s Te Deum

Duluth Entertainment Convention Center

Haydn’s Il Distratto Symphony

St. Andrew's Lutheran Church

Temple Israel

Ordway Center for the Performing Arts

Sir Mark Elder is more than just one of the world’s most respected conductors; he’s an artist who lives every minute of the music. “He coaxed a gorgeous sound from the musicians of the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra” wrote The Times in 2022. And it’s true - Elder has a lifetime’s understanding of what makes an orchestra glow. Under his direction, this sumptuous, gloriously tuneful selection from Tchaikovsky’s greatest ballet score would be a treat in itself, but with Elder there’s always a bigger picture and a colourful rarity by Sibelius is merely the upbeat to Prokofiev’s ferocious Second Piano Concerto. Music from a time of revolution, played by a pianist as fearless as Elder himself.

Elder Conducts Tchaikovsky's Sleeping Beauty

Glasgow City Hall

Westminster School’s orchestras return to Sinfonia Smith Square for their annual concert with a performance of Sibelius’ 2nd Symphony in D Major and Bizet’s Carmen Suites.

Westminster School Orchestral Concert

Smith Square Hall

Prokofiev wrote that his Second Violin Concerto was the product of his ‘nomadic concert-tour existence’, which took him from Paris to Baku, Madrid to Morocco. Despite this, its melodies carry more than a hint of the composer’s homeland of Russia, to which he was about to return, along with tinges of Spain in the finale’s clicking castanets.

London Symphony Orchestra/Klaus Mäkelä

Barbican Centre

The Philharmonia Orchestra’s former Principal Conductor returns to conduct three works by fellow Finns as part of the orchestra’s Nordic Soundscapes series.

Salonen Conducts Sibelius & Lindberg

Southbank Centre

Join us at the Royal Festival Hall on Sunday, 10 November 2024, at 7:30 pm for an unforgettable evening as Esa-Pekka Salonen conducts a captivating program featuring the works of Sibelius and Lindberg. This concert marks a significant moment in the Philharmonia's Nordic Soundscapes series, showcasing the rich musical heritage of Finland.

The evening will commence with Lotta Wennäkoski's "Flounce," a piece known for its joyful and imaginative spirit, composed for the Last Night of the Proms in 2017. Following this, Lawrence Power, one of today's leading viola players, will give the UK premiere of Magnus Lindberg's new Viola Concerto, a testament to the enduring friendship and creative collaboration between Salonen and Lindberg since their student days.

The highlight of the concert will be Jean Sibelius's Symphony No. 1, a masterpiece that captures the vast Nordic landscapes through its sweeping melodies and the haunting opening clarinet solo, leading to the intense energy of the finale. This symphony is not only a favorite among classical music enthusiasts but also serves as an excellent introduction to Sibelius's distinctive musical voice for newcomers.

This event is part of the Nordic Soundscapes series, and attendees have the opportunity to enhance their experience with Nordic Soundscapes Passes, offering great seats for every London event in the series, along with exclusive perks like a series magazine signed by Santtu and an invitation to drinks on the opening night.

Tickets are priced between £10 and £70, with priority booking available for Friends of the Philharmonia. General booking opens at 10 am on Tuesday, 23 April. Don't miss this opportunity to witness a remarkable performance that bridges the past and present of Finnish music, conducted by the esteemed Esa-Pekka Salonen.

Salonen conducts Sibelius and Lindberg

Royal Festival Hall

Sibelius, inspired by watching sixteen swans take flight, imbued his Fifth Symphony with a mystical transcendence. Living jazz legend Wynton Marsalis channeled the saxophone pyrotechnics of Charlie “Bird” Parker into astonishing feats of virtuosity for classical tuba, played by the BSO’s own Principal Tuba Aubrey Foard. An instant hit following its 1903 debut, Nielsen's richly evocative Helios Overture depicts the sun rising and setting over the Aegean Sea. 

Marsalis & Sibelius with Heyward

Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall

The Music Center at Strathmore

World-renowned violinist Vadim Gluzman opens the Masterworks season with Tchaikovsky’s towering Violin Concerto, a magnificent combination of breathtaking melodies and stunning virtuosity. Following Sibelius’ majestic Finlandia and Rautavaara’s tribute to the birds of the Arctic, the program concludes with Respighi’s Pines of Rome . From the Villa Borghese to the Appian Way, Respighi’s brilliant work never fails to thrill as it peaks in a blaze of brassy glory.

Sounds of Nature

Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall

The Philharmonia’s former Principal Conductor leads the orchestra in a programme of orchestral highlights on tour in Italy.

Every member of the Philharmonia has their moment in the spotlight in Bartók’s Concerto for Orchestra, a work fizzing with imagination. It’s hard to believe Bartók was in hospital in the early stages of his final illness when he accepted this commission, his music is so full of energy and life.

Salonen completes the programme with the First Symphony by his fellow Finn Jean Sibelius. From its haunting opening clarinet solo to the intense energy of the finale, this piece is a favourite with many Sibelius fans. And it’s a perfect introduction to his distinctive voice for anyone new to his music.

Philharmonia: Italy tour with Esa-Pekka Salonen

Teatro dell'Opera di Roma

Teatro alla Scala

Santtu-Matias Rouvali conducts a program exploring the stages of life. Julia Wolfe calls music her fountain of youth, and her piece by that name offers, writes the composer, “a rhythmic, high-energy swim.” Soprano Miah Persson sings Richard Strauss’s Four Last Songs, the composer’s farewell to his life and artistic journey. Sibelius’s Fifth, commissioned to celebrate his 50th birthday, ends in staggering triumph.

Rouvali Leads Julia Wolfe, Strauss & Sibelius

David Geffen Hall

Head north – to Norway’s dramatic fjords and the natural wonders of Finland and Sweden – in the company of California-born conductor Ryan Bancroft and one of today’s most exciting young pianists.

SCO Grieg Piano Concerto

Usher Hall

Sibelius got caught in fog on the boat to England, and those mists of sound swirl around the melodies of his bracing Third Symphony. Mozart wrote his Ninth Piano Concerto to showcase his own youthful talents: he can’t be here, sadly, but Angela Hewitt has a hotline to his imagination. Guest conductor Matthew Halls also shares a joyous new mini masterpiece by the young British star Robin Haigh. We love it, and we think you will too.

Sunday Afternoon Mozart

Royal Liverpool Philharmonic

Experience the powerful journey from darkness to light by two Nordic composers who were touched by the warmth of the Mediterranean. Danish composer Carl Nielsen depicts the movement of the sun in his Helios Overture, while Jean Sibelius lets his Second Symphony move from darkness to triumph, rendering it a symbol of Finland’s fight for independence. Micah Wilkinson solos in the powerhouse Arutiunian Trumpet Concerto.

Sibelius’ Second Symphony

Canyon High School

The up-and-coming violinist appears with the Philharmonia Orchestra in a concert featuring a new work accompanying stunning film footage of the Nordic coastline.

María Dueñas Plays Sibelius

Join us at the Royal Festival Hall on Sunday, 3rd November 2024, at 3pm for an unforgettable concert experience as María Dueñas, the celebrated violinist and winner of the Menuhin Violin Competition in 2021, takes the stage to perform Sibelius's Violin Concerto. This concert promises to be a deeply expressive and personal journey through one of the violin repertoire's undisputed pinnacles, showcasing Dueñas's exceptional talent and the emotional depth of her performance that has captivated audiences worldwide.

Under the baton of conductor Santtu-Matias Rouvali, the program will also feature the UK premiere of "Submarea" by Swedish composer Mats Larsson Gothe, accompanied by an inspiring underwater film of the wild Nordic coast, and Nielsen's Symphony No. 5, a dramatic symphony that explores a battle between the forces of evil and the forces of nature.

This concert is part of the Nordic Soundscapes series, offering a unique exploration of music crafted from nature. Tickets are priced between £10 and £70, with priority booking available for Friends of the Philharmonia. General booking opens at 10am on Tuesday, 23rd April. Don't miss this opportunity to witness María Dueñas's mastery live in an event that promises to be a highlight of the London musical calendar.

María Dueñas plays Sibelius

María Dueñas won the Menuhin Violin Competition in 2021, aged just 18. Since then she has gathered rave reviews and a devoted global fanbase, and she ‘held the audience in the palm of her hand’ (The Guardian) in her BBC Proms debut in 2023. Hear her in Sibelius’s expressive and deeply personal Violin Concerto, one of the undisputed pinnacles of the violin repertoire.

Venture among century-old forests in Ottorino Respighi’s Pines of Rome, a tone poem that sonically captures visions of the trees which dominate the Roman landscape. Featuring four distinct scenes that flow uninterrupted, Pines of Rome takes listeners on a journey through the splendor of Rome. From the spirited melodies of children at play in the Villa Borghese pine groves to the triumphant march of the Roman legions as they advance along the Appian Way, each movement paints a rich, auditory tapestry.

The Pines of Rome: UMD Symphony Orchestra

University of Maryland

Pre-College Violin Students of Naoko Tanaka

The Juilliard School

The Berkshire Symphony is a 75-member symphonic orchestra comprising, in roughly equal proportions, Williams College music students, Williams music faculty members, and area professionals. The Symphony performs music by a range of composers, including Beethoven, Brahms, Haydn, Mozart, Schubert, Schumann, Tchaikovsky, Stravinsky, and Wagner. Students are paired with their teachers and mentors throughout the rehearsal period and throughout the performance season. Seated this way, the students are exposed to a level of professionalism and discipline that is rare in an educational setting. At the same time, the students’ infectious enthusiasm contributes to the Berkshire Symphony’s remarkable energy and rich sound. Four concerts are presented each season. The goal is to expose students to a broad range of symphonic repertory, while maintaining a commitment to perform music by living and American composers.

Berkshire Symphony

Williams College

The North has many voices and when they all come together, as part of Nordic Music Days, the result is a new and wonderful kind of harmony. Sibelius crafts a symphony from sounds of ice and rock; Errollyn Wallen paints the skies as seen from a Scottish lighthouse; and star violinist Isabelle Faust soars like a bird across a Nordic seascape. And that’s not the half of it! With startlingly beautiful new sounds from Copenhagen and Glasgow, prepare to be astonished.

RSNO Season 24-25: Sibelius Seven & Nordic Music Days

Pianist Simon Trpčeski makes his OSM debut in Beethoven’s majestic Concerto no. 5, conducted by Vasily Petrenko.

Beethoven’s “Imperial” Concerto no. 5

Place des Arts

The Philharmonia Orchestra’s series exploring Nordic composers’ relationship with the landscapes of their birth wouldn’t be complete without these evocative works

Sibelius & Grieg: In the Land of the Mountain King

It’s a torrent, a celebration, a cosmic dance. Sounds like we’re overselling it? Just wait until you hear the Seventh played live by the full London Philharmonic Orchestra under our dynamic guest conductor Vinay Parameswaran. But then, everything about this concert is off-the-scale: from Sibelius’s stirring hymn to freedom, to the unchained melody of Dvořák’s glorious Cello Concerto – an ideal showcase for the inspirational young American cellist Sterling Elliott.

Beethoven’s Seventh

Congress Theatre

Experience a transcendent musical journey with renowned Finnish conductor Osmo Vänskä, GRAMMY Award-winning ensemble Time for Three, and the Curtis Symphony Orchestra.

Prokofiev & Time for Three

Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts

Our series Nordic Soundscapes, exploring Nordic composers’ relationship with the landscapes of their birth, would not be complete without Sibelius’s and Grieg’s most popular works.

Join us for a captivating evening as the Des Moines Symphony presents "Lewis Plays Brahms," featuring the talented Geneva Lewis in her Des Moines debut. This remarkable concert will take place at the Des Moines Civic Center with performances on Saturday, October 26, 2024, at 7:30 PM, and a matinee on Sunday, October 27, 2024, at 2:30 PM.

Geneva Lewis will grace the stage with her virtuosic rendition of Brahms’ emotionally profound Violin Concerto, a piece celebrated for its technical demands and deep musicality. The evening will commence with Still’s Serenade, a piece that masterfully intertwines lush harmonies of American jazz and blues with classical traditions, setting the stage for an unforgettable musical journey. The orchestra will also shine under the baton of Maestro Joseph Giunta during Sibelius’ Symphony No. 5, a work renowned for its majestic beauty and compelling melodies.

Maestro Joseph Giunta, one of America’s most distinguished and dynamic conductors, will lead the orchestra through this enchanting program. Known for his innovative programming and compelling interpretations, Maestro Giunta's musical depth and boundless energy promise an evening of exceptional performances.

Ticket prices range from $20 to $80, with a special half-price offer for students, making this event accessible to all who wish to experience the transformative power of music. The concert's duration is approximately 2 hours and 10 minutes, ensuring an evening filled with beautiful music and memorable moments.

Don't miss this opportunity to witness Geneva Lewis's Des Moines debut and enjoy an evening of exquisite music with the Des Moines Symphony. Secure your tickets now for "Lewis Plays Brahms" and be part of a musical experience that will resonate long after the final note has been played.

Lewis Plays Brahms

Des Moines Civic Center

One hour before each October concert, audience members are invited to arrive early for an informal conversation on the concert stage, to learn more about the Lehmanns’ background and connection to the Mozart piece they will perform. Admission to the pre-concert interviews is included in the ticket price.

Majestic Earth Movements

Franco Center

Orion Performing Arts Center

Sibelius’s First Symphony arrives with the composer’s icy and expansive musical language fully formed, forged from influences by Strauss, Tchaikovsky, Berlioz and Beethoven. Violinist Benjamin Beilman joins the CSO for Saint-Saëns’ Third Concerto, a piece that oozes melodic and technical exuberance. Wang Lu’s Surge bottles the rush of hearing an orchestra for the very first time.

Sibelius & Saint-saëns

Cincinnati Music Hall

Brahms & Karelia

Unitarian Universalist Church of Berkeley

Carlos Conducts Sibelius - NC Symphony

Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts

Each visionary performance of the award-winning Borromeo String Quartet (BSQ) strengthens and deepens its reputation as one of the most important ensembles of our time. Admired and sought after for both its fresh interpretations of the classical music canon and its championing of works by 20th and 21st century composers, the ensemble has been hailed for its “edge-of-the- seat performances” by the Boston Globe, which called it “simply the best.”

Borromeo String Quartet

Mercy Center Burlingame

Be ready to be moved! Elgar’s hauntingly beautiful Enigma Variations, a series of fourteen musical portraits of the composer’s friends, comes to life under the baton of guest conductor Christian Vásquez. TSO percussionists Trevor Barroero and Fred Morgan take center stage in Laura Vega’s Angel de Luz, a double percussion concerto. Like Sibelius’ evocative tribute to his homeland of Finland, Venezuelan-born Inocente Carreño’s Margariteña is also a love letter to his home island, Margarita.

Elgar’s Enigma Variations

Tucson Convention Center

Join the Detroit Symphony Orchestra for an unforgettable musical journey with "Sea Scenes: Sibelius & Britten," featuring the exceptional talents of Tabita Berglund and Pekka Kuusisto. This captivating concert series will take place from Friday, October 18, to Sunday, October 20, 2024, at the iconic Orchestra Hall.

Under the baton of newly appointed DSO Principal Guest Conductor Tabita Berglund, hailed as one of Europe's most promising talents, the orchestra will explore sea-inspired scenes by Benjamin Britten and Jean Sibelius's interpretation of a Finnish epic. The performances promise to be a high-risk, high-reward musical adventure, showcasing the exceptional artistry of violinist Pekka Kuusisto. Kuusisto, known for his uniquely personal sound, will perform a new concerto by Grammy Award-nominated composer Anna Clyne, making this event a must-see for classical music enthusiasts.

The program includes Britten's "Four Sea Interludes from Peter Grimes," the US premiere of Anna Clyne's "Time and Tides," and Sibelius's "Lemminkäinen Suite." These pieces promise to transport audiences with their evocative portrayal of the sea's power and beauty.

Don't miss this opportunity to experience the magic of the Detroit Symphony Orchestra, led by two of the most exciting figures in classical music today. Tickets start at a special price, offering everyone the chance to be part of this extraordinary musical experience. Join us at Orchestra Hall for a performance that promises to inspire and captivate.

Sea Scenes: Sibelius & Britten

Orchestra Hall

Internationally acclaimed violinist Stefan Jackiw takes the stage for Sibelius' Violin Concerto, a pinnacle in the violin repertoire known for its virtuosity and emotional depth. Elgar's Enigma Variations paints musical character sketches, including the famous "Nimrod," highlighting a diverse range of moods and orchestral colors. Britten's Variations for Orchestra is a captivating introduction to orchestral instruments, drawing on inventive variations on a theme by English Baroque composer Henry Purcell.

Sibelius’ Violin & Elgar’s Enigma

Jacoby Symphony Hall

### Event Description: London Philharmonic Orchestra at Hill Auditorium

**Date and Time:** Friday, October 18, 2024, at 7:30 PM  
**Venue:** Hill Auditorium, 825 North University Avenue, Ann Arbor, MI 48109

**Event Overview:**
The London Philharmonic Orchestra returns to Hill Auditorium for the first time in 13 years, marking a significant event in their first US tour under the baton of principal conductor Edward Gardner. This performance also features the debut of both Gardner and the acclaimed violinist Patricia Kopatchinskaja with the University Musical Society (UMS).

**Program:**
- **Tania León:** *Raices (Origins)*
- **Dmitri Shostakovich:** *Violin Concerto No. 1 in A minor, Op. 77* (featuring Patricia Kopatchinskaja)
- **Benjamin Britten:** *Sinfonia da Requiem, Op. 20*
- **Jean Sibelius:** *Symphony No. 5 in E-flat Major, Op. 82*

**Artists:**
- **Edward Gardner, Conductor:** Principal Conductor of the London Philharmonic Orchestra, Gardner is renowned for his dynamic conducting style and has held prestigious positions with various international orchestras.
- **Patricia Kopatchinskaja, Violin:** Known for her expressive energy and innovative performances, Kopatchinskaja brings a unique theatricality to her music, making her a standout soloist in Shostakovich’s Violin Concerto No. 1.

**Special Notes:**
- The London Philharmonic Orchestra, founded in 1932 by Sir Thomas Beecham, is celebrated globally and has been featured on the soundtrack for *The Lord of the Rings*.
- This performance includes works by the orchestra’s composer-in-residence Tania León and Benjamin Britten’s *Sinfonia da Requiem*, which has not been performed on a UMS program in over 50 years.

**Tickets:**
- Season ticket packages for the 2024/25 season are now available.
- Individual event tickets go on sale on August 1.
- For ticket purchases, visit the UMS website or call the box office at 734-764-2538.
- Discounts may be available for students, seniors, and groups.

**Sponsors:**
- **Presenting Sponsor:** Max Wicha and Sheila Crowley
- **Supporting Sponsor:** Debra Weinstein and Tony Rosenzweig
- **Patron Sponsor:** Susan B. Ullrich Endowment Fund
- **Permanently Endowed Support for Principal Conductor Edward Gardner:** The Menakka and Essel Bailey Endowment Fund for International Artistic Brilliance

Join us for an evening of groundbreaking and exhilarating music with the London Philharmonic Orchestra, a performance not to be missed!

London Philharmonic Orchestra

University of Michigan

Two works with unrequited or impossible love as motifs open this concert; Jean Sibelius' music for Maurice Maeterlinck's play Pelléas et Mélisande and Kaija Saariaho's Cinq reflets de l'amour de loin with soloists Johanna Wallroth and Karl-Magnus Fredriksson. Finally, conductor Dalia Stasevska leads the Swedish Radio Symphony Orchestra in Sibelius's dramatically introspective second symphony.

Sibelius & Saariaho

SR Berwaldhallen

Then comes Sibelius’ Symphony no 5, which opens with a glorious evocation of sunrise and culminates in the finale’s sweeping strings and jubilant horn theme, written after Sibelius witnessed the awe-inspiring sight of 16 swans in flight. This proved to be a defining moment for the composer, who wrote in his diary: ’One of the great experiences of my life! God, how beautiful’.

Orchestral Masterworks: Sibelius 5

Royal College of Music Museum

The cello’s soulful tone has often been likened to that of the human voice, and nowhere does it speak more eloquently than in Elgar’s Cello Concerto. With our Principal Conductor at the helm, young Estonian cellist, Marcel Johannes Kits, makes his Philharmonia
debut with this deeply moving work.

Tallinn: Santtu conducts Sibelius

Estonia Concert Hall

Santtu conducts the Philharmonia
in his native Finland.

He’s joined by our Featured Artist Nemanja Radulović in Khachaturian’s Violin Concerto. A captivating performer, his ‘lyric delicacy and… super-virtuosity’ (The Times) shine through in the folk-infused first movement, the second movement’s melancholy song, and the fiery finale.

Tampere: Santtu and Nemanja Radulović Philharmonia

Tampere-talo Oy

A profound unfolding of stillness and rebirth, Henryk Górecki’s third symphony – Symphony of Sorrowful Songs – not only topped the classical charts but cracked the British pop charts in 1992, selling over a million copies and rocketing the Polish composer into global fame. Its fascination has not waned over the last thirty years, with multiple recordings and stagings; the Mahlerian beauty and meditation on motherhood, love and loss still speaks to a huge audience.

Jess Gillam and Symphony of Sorrowful Songs

Studio Theatre

Lars Petter Hagen (b. 1975) wrote Kunstnerens fortvilelse foran de antikke fragmenters storhet (The Artist's Despair Before the Grandeur of Ancient Ruins) for the Oslo Philharmonic, who premiered the piece in 2010. The title is taken from the famous drawing by Johann Heinrich Füssli in which an artist buries his face in his hands in front of Roman ruins - unattainably beautiful in all their transience. Hagen's ruins are Richard Strauss' and Gustav Mahler's music, and the starting point for the piece is Mahler's third symphony. As the artists of antiquity, they established frameworks for their art form that later composers must relate to.

Klaus Mäkelä Janine Jansen

Oslo Concert Hall

Gemma New, “one of the brightest rising stars in the conducting firmament” (St. Louis Post Dispatch), returns to guide the MSO through the adventure of Sibelius's Second Symphony. Though Sibelius denied any political story behind the Second’s music, patriotic hearts have adopted it anyway — the symphony’s heroic feelings of hope and triumph are impossible to ignore. Opening the program is Szymanowski's Second Violin Concerto, a lyrical journey rich with color, and made even richer in the hands of violin virtuoso Vadim Gluzman.

Gemma New Conducts Sibelius

Warner Grand Theater

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.

Salonen Conducts Salonen

Severance Music Center

Immerse yourself in the captivating world of Nordic music with the Philharmonia's season opener in Bedford, featuring the timeless works of Sibelius, Grieg, and Nielsen. This enchanting evening at the Bedford Corn Exchange on Wednesday, 9th October 2024, at 7:30 pm, promises to be a memorable journey through the landscapes of the Nordic countries, brought to life by the masterful compositions of these renowned composers.

Under the baton of conductor Vinay Parameswaran, with the virtuosic Juho Pohjonen at the piano, the concert will open with Nielsen's Helios Overture, a musical depiction of the sun's journey across the Aegean Sea. This will be followed by Grieg's Piano Concerto, a piece celebrated for its dramatic opening and anthemic finale. The highlight of the evening will be Sibelius's Symphony No. 5, a masterpiece that begins with a whisper and builds to the majestic "swan theme" finale, inspired by the sight of 16 swans in flight.

This concert is part of the "Nordic Soundscapes" series, offering a unique opportunity to explore music crafted from nature. Tickets are priced between £15 and £40, with priority booking available for Friends of the Philharmonia. General booking opens on Tuesday, 23rd April, at 10 am. This event, with a running time of 1 hour and 40 minutes, including a 20-minute interval, is recommended for ages 7 and up. Free printed and digital programme notes will be available to enhance your concert experience.

Join us at the Bedford Corn Exchange, located at 13 St Paul’s Square, Bedford, MK40 1SL, for an evening that promises to be a highlight of the Philharmonia's 2024/25 season. Don't miss this opportunity to experience the beauty and power of Nordic music.

Bedford: Sibelius, Grieg & Nielsen

Bedford Corn Exchange

After the tremendous success of last year’s visit from the National Symphony Orchestra of Ukraine, we’re delighted to start our season with the Lviv National Philharmonic Orchestra of Ukraine, led by the leading Ukrainian conductor, Theodore Kuchar.

Lviv National Philharmonic Orchestra of Ukraine

Norwich Theatre Royal

Join your Macomb Symphony and Music Director Andrew Neer as we kick off our 50th season in style!!

Pictures Of Folklore

Macomb Center for the Performing Arts

Sibelius sees a flight of swans on a summer evening, and hears a melody that could have been wrought from the elements. Beethoven shakes his fist at tyranny, and sounds a fanfare for freedom.

Edward Gardner conducts Sibelius

Brighton Dome

Friday 01 subscription - Jan Lisiecki - Roberto González-Monjas

Opera Palace of A Coruña

Sibelius’ elemental Fifth Symphony is paired with Shostakovich’s explosive first violin concerto in tonight’s London Philharmonic Orchestra concert.

Patricia Kopatchinskaja Plays Shostakovich

Patricia Kopatchinskaja plays Shostakovich

Sea nymphs play in this Philharmonia Orchestra concert, which includes a new work by jazz composer Miho Hazama, written to accompany footage of the Nordic coast

Santtu Conducts Sibelius & Nielsen

### Event Description: Family Concert: Marvellous Musical Myths and Legends - The Hallé

**Date and Time:**  
Sunday, 29th September 2024, 3:00 PM

**Venue:**  
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester

**Event Overview:**  
Join the Hallé for an enchanting family concert titled "Marvellous Musical Myths and Legends." This interactive event is designed to captivate audiences of all ages with a delightful blend of music and storytelling. 

**Programme Highlights:**  
- **John Williams:** Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone: Hedwig's Theme
- **John Powell:** How to Train Your Dragon
- **Sibelius:** Lemminkäinen's Return
- **Mason Bates:** Anthology of Fantastic Zoology: A Bao A Qu
- **Copland:** Billy the Kid
- **Stravinsky:** The Firebird
- **Alan Silvestri:** The Avengers: Main Theme

**Special Features:**  
- **Presenter:** Tom Redmond
- **Conductor:** Euan Shields, Hallé Assistant Conductor and Hallé Youth Orchestra Music Director

**Pre-Concert Activities:**  
Arrive from 1:30 PM to enjoy free family activities in the foyer, including word searches, puzzles, and colouring, all inspired by the concert's theme.

**Ticket Information:**  
- **Family Ticket:** £49 (including fees)
- **Adults:** £23 (including fees)
- **Children (17 and under):** £13 (including fees)
- Concessions and discounts are available.

**Event Description:**  
Explore wonderful stories of myths and legends through music in a fun and interactive concert for the whole family. Listen in awe to "The Firebird," cast spells with Harry Potter, saddle up with Billy the Kid, save the day with The Avengers, and ride dragons to Berk—all in an afternoon’s work for the heroic Hallé.

**Booking Information:**  
Tickets are available for purchase now. Don't miss this magical musical journey!

**Contact and Additional Information:**  
For more details and to book your tickets, visit the Hallé's official website.

Family Concert: Marvellous Musical Myths and Legends

Join us at the Royal Festival Hall on Sunday, 29th September 2024, at 3pm for an extraordinary concert experience, "Santtu conducts Sibelius and Nielsen." This event promises to be a highlight of the Philharmonia's Nordic Soundscapes series, featuring the talented Santtu-Matias Rouvali as conductor, with the acclaimed Bomsori Kim on violin.

The programme for the afternoon includes Sibelius's enchanting "The Oceanides," Nielsen's bold Violin Concerto, and the UK premiere of Miho Hazama's "What the Wind Brings," accompanied by underwater film footage of the Nordic coast. The concert will conclude with Sibelius's Symphony No. 3, a work full of warm energy and captivating melodies.

This concert is not just a performance but an exploration of the Nordic landscape's beauty and mystery, both above and beneath the sea. The inclusion of short documentary films provides a unique visual and auditory experience, bringing the Nordic coastline's underwater worlds to life on the Royal Festival Hall's vast screen.

Tickets are priced between £15 and £75, with priority booking available for Friends of the Philharmonia. General booking opens at 10am on Tuesday, 23rd April. Don't miss this opportunity to be swept away by the powerful and playful sounds of the north, performed by some of the world's most outstanding musicians.

Santtu conducts Sibelius and Nielsen

Join presenter and broadcaster Tom Redmond, conductor Euan Shields and the Hallé for a fun-filled interactive family-friendly concert full of fantastic creatures and characters.

Listen in awe to The Firebird, cast spells with Harry Potter, saddle up with Billy the Kid, save the day with The Avengers and ride our dragons to Berk – all in an afternoon’s work for the heroic Hallé.

The Hallé - Marvellous Musical Myths And Legends

The Philharmonia’s Finnish Principal Conductor Santtu-Matias Rouvali is at home in this repertoire, framing Grieg’s concerto with music by his compatriot Sibelius. First, enjoy Sibelius’s musical depiction of the Oceanides, sea-nymphs of Greek mythology – one of his most loved works.

Philharmonia Orchestra: Stephen Hough Plays Grieg

Marlowe Theatre

Join us at The Marlowe in Canterbury for an unforgettable evening of classical music as Stephen Hough takes the stage to play Grieg, accompanied by the Philharmonia Orchestra under the baton of Santtu-Matias Rouvali. This concert, happening on Saturday, 28th September 2024 at 7:30 pm, promises to be a highlight of the 2024/25 season in Canterbury, featuring masterpieces by Sibelius and Grieg.

The evening will commence with Sibelius's "The Oceanides," a musical depiction of sea-nymphs from Greek mythology, followed by Grieg's Piano Concerto, a cornerstone of the orchestral repertoire celebrated for its dramatic opening and anthemic finale. Britain's top pianist, Sir Stephen Hough, will bring this piece to life, showcasing his unparalleled skill and passion. The concert will conclude with Sibelius's Symphony No. 3, a work full of confident, warm energy and packed with pleasures throughout its half-hour duration.

Before the concert, attendees are invited to a free Insights Talk at 6:15 pm in The Studio, offering deeper understanding and appreciation of the evening's program.

Tickets are priced between £17 and £56, with multi-buy discounts available. Special £10 Discovery tickets are available for ages 16-26, and there are also £10 tickets for schools, making this an accessible event for music lovers of all ages. The recommended age for attendees is from 7 years old.

Don't miss this opportunity to experience the magic of live classical music in the heart of Canterbury. Book your tickets now and prepare for an evening of exquisite music that promises to be both inspiring and memorable.

Canterbury: Stephen Hough plays Grieg

The Marlowe

Experience the electrifying start of the Nordic Soundscapes series with "Santtu conducts Sibelius and Grieg" at the Royal Festival Hall on Thursday, 26 September 2024, at 7pm. Under the baton of Finnish Principal Conductor Santtu-Matias Rouvali, this concert promises an unforgettable evening of music that explores the deep connections between Nordic composers and the natural world.

The evening kicks off with María Sigfúsdóttir’s "Oceans" in its London premiere, a piece that captures the majestic power of the sea and the wind, setting the stage for a night of immersive soundscapes. Following this, the renowned pianist Stephen Hough takes the stage for Grieg’s beloved Piano Concerto, a work overflowing with passion and dramatic intensity.

The highlight of the night is Sibelius’s "Kullervo," a monumental piece that tells a tragic tale from Finland’s national epic, the Kalevala. Performed with the historic Ylioppilaskunnan Laulajat Male Voice Choir, who sang at its premiere in 1892, this rare performance is a testament to Finnish national identity and the genius of Sibelius. Expect an evening of sweeping melodies, high drama, and exceptional singing.

Tickets range from £15 to £75, with priority booking available for Friends of the Philharmonia. General booking opens at 10am on Tuesday, 23 April. This concert is not just a performance but an invitation to journey through the Nordic landscapes, brought to life by the Philharmonia Orchestra at the heart of London.

Join us for a night that celebrates the beauty of Nordic music and the artistry of some of the world’s most talented musicians. This event is part of the Nordic Soundscapes series, running from 26 September to 10 November 2024, a series that promises to be a profound exploration of music crafted from nature.

Santtu conducts Sibelius and Grieg

The Philharmonia Orchestra’s season gets off to a barnstorming start, as they launch their series Nordic Soundscapes with pianist Stephen Hough..

Santtu Conducts Sibelius & Grieg

Relive this performance exclusively on West Virginia Public Broadcasting! Stream online or tune in state-wide on your local radio dial.

Encore: Wvso Radio Broadcast

West Virginia Public Broadcasting

Major winners Concert September 22, 2024

Carnegie Mellon University

Our 40th season opener will leave you both shaken and stirred with three very exciting works! After Mr. Marsalis’ brilliant fanfare, Ms. Lundtvedt makes her eagerly awaited return with one of the most popular Romantic piano concertos in the repertoire, while Sibelius’ sublime Fifth will transport you to rugged icescapes of dazzling beauty.

Herald, Holler and Hallelujah

Cañada College

“Music begins where language ends.” Sibelius’s profound words echo deeply through this program steeped in nostalgia and emotional gravitas. Our Masterworks series begins with a defiantly optimistic WWII-era overture by Polish composer Grażyna Bacewicz as she lived through the war in Warsaw. Sibelius’s haunting and exquisite Violin Concerto follows, delivering an achingly beautiful tribute to a dream slipping just out of reach. Last is Dvořák’s sun-soaked Eighth Symphony, a nostalgic reflection of summertime bird calls, windswept trees, and happier times.

MASTERWORKS 1 Echoes

First Baptist Church

Join us as the HPO opens a new season in grand style, celebrating 140 years in the city! JUNO Award-winner Philip Chiu will sweep you up in the thunderous passion of Grieg’s Piano Concerto. Music Director, James Kahane then leads the orchestra in this season’s HPO “Musicians’ Choice”: Sibelius’ Second Symphony, a musical embodiment of hope and the resilience of the human spirit. Plus, a fresh commission by HPO Composer-in-Residence Abigail Richardson-Schulte!

Kahane Conducts Grieg & Sibelius

Ellen Fairclough Building

A Thursday concert where three masterpieces from the Baltics and the Nordic tradition come together to create a musical journey through emotions and landscapes under the direction of Aivis Greter.

Around the Baltic Sea with Sibelius & Vasks

Malmö Concert Hall

Open, icy expanses, deep, dark forests and conflict. Welcome to a Nordic concert with the Odense Symphony Orchestra! This concert's program is composed of three masterpieces composed by three strong Nordic voices: Carl Nielsen from Denmark, Jean Sibelius from Finland and Anna Thorvaldsdóttir from Iceland. Sibelius' En Saga is a tone poem that does not have an actual story as its foundation, but describes a dark mood . The result is like a somewhat disturbing trip in a dark forest - with great and at the same time subtle music by the Finnish master. Archora by Anna Thorvaldsdottir is from 1922, and has almost immediately become a classic for orchestra. Like a glacier, the music rushes forward and along the way gives the audience a sense of infinity in space and time. As if everything that keeps us tied to the earth is cut away, leaving us floating in space. So does the beginning of Nielsen's 5th Symphony, but so much happens after the quietly swaying theme at the beginning that the ground connection is quickly found again. The 5th Symphony has a famous snare drum solo, where the percussionist in the score is almost asked to fight the rest of the orchestra, and even though the symphony was written against the background of war and conflict, there is, as always, indomitable energy and exuberant life with Carl Nielsen.

Jean Sibelius

Composer

Events

Upcoming events

Sep 6, 2024 - Aug 24, 2025

Summer Concerts: Europe · Casco Phil

Nov 1, 2024 - Mar 7, 2025

Berkshire Symphony · Williams College Music Department

Nov 22, 2024

Sibelius' Fifth · St. Louis Symphony Orchestra

22 - 23 Nov, 2024

Guerrero Conducts Dvorák, Sibelius And Shostakovich · Nashville Symphony

22 - 24 Nov, 2024

Rhapsody In Blue: A 100th Anniversary Celebration · Phoenix Symphony

Past events

Nov 21, 2024

Coffee, Conversations & Classics - Rhapsody In Blue: A 100th Anniversary Celebration · Phoenix Symphony

Nov 21, 2024

The Hallé - Adès And Sibelius · The Bridgewater Hall

About

Jean Sibelius hasn't added a bio