Violinist

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.”

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

California Center for the Arts

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

Join the Detroit Symphony Orchestra for an unforgettable evening of music, featuring the talents of conductor Christian Reif and violinist Randall Goosby. This special performance will showcase works by Jimmy López Bellido, Florence Price, Anatoly Lyadov, and Sergei Prokofiev, offering a rich tapestry of sounds that span the globe and the ages.

The concert will open with a new orchestral fantasy by Jimmy López Bellido, hailed as one of the most exciting young composers today. Following this, Randall Goosby will take the stage to perform Florence Price's Violin Concerto No. 2, bringing to life the adoration and depth of Price's composition. The evening will also include Lyadov's atmospheric "Enchanted Lake" and conclude with Prokofiev's Symphony No. 7, a symphonic farewell that promises to leave a lasting impression.

Christian Reif, making his debut with the DSO, is known for his innovative programming and technical command. His work across North America and Europe has established him as a conductor of great renown. Randall Goosby, an artist dedicated to making music more inclusive and accessible, brings his exceptional musicianship and intensity to the performance, promising an evening of inspiration and beauty.

This event will take place at Orchestra Hall, a venue renowned for its acoustics and historic significance, providing the perfect backdrop for an evening of classical music. The concert is scheduled for Friday, January 31, to Sunday, February 2, 2025, and will last approximately 2 hours.

Tickets are available now, with prices starting at a range that ensures everyone can enjoy this magnificent performance. Don't miss this opportunity to experience the Detroit Symphony Orchestra, Christian Reif, and Randall Goosby in a concert that celebrates the power of music to inspire and transform.

Price & Prokofiev

Orchestra Hall

Dvořák’s New World Symphony moves with magnificent energies and melodies that feel like home. Hearing it performed by the CSO at Music Hall is a must-have experience. Randall Goosby, a new champion of Florence Price’s solo works, returns for the composer’s Second Violin Concerto plus Chausson’s most popular work. Selections from Wynton Marsalis Blues Symphony trace the blueprints of a quintessential American style.

Dvořák New World Symphony

Cincinnati Music Hall

Join us for an unforgettable musical journey as Marin Alsop leads the Philadelphia Orchestra in a captivating program featuring the works of Brahms, Mendelssohn, and Frank. This special series of performances will take place at the prestigious Verizon Hall, soon to be rededicated as Marian Anderson Hall, showcasing the orchestra's magnificent programming and offering exclusive subscriber benefits.

**Event Dates and Times:**
- Thursday, March 13, 2025, at 7:30 PM
- Friday, March 14, 2025, at 2:00 PM
- Saturday, March 15, 2025, at 8:00 PM

**Performance Details:**
Under the baton of Marin Alsop, a conductor celebrated for her belief in the transformative power of music, the orchestra will present a program that includes the world premiere of Gabriela Lena Frank's "Picaflor," commissioned by the Philadelphia Orchestra. This vibrant new work retells a traditional Peruvian creation myth, adding a unique cultural texture to the evening.

The program also features Mendelssohn's Violin Concerto, a poetic and passionate piece performed by the astonishing young violinist Randall Goosby, whose talent has been praised by the Los Angeles Times for playing "like an angel with nothing to prove." This bravura display of the violin’s range and emotional power promises to be a highlight of the concert.

Completing the evening is Brahms's intricate "Variations on a Theme of Haydn," a piece known for its contrapuntal shifts and brilliant puzzle that showcases the artistry of the orchestra's musicians.

**Subscription Packages:**
This performance is available as part of the 2024-25 Subscription Package, which includes magnificent programming and exclusive subscriber benefits. Packages available include Thursday Evening B, Friday Matinee A, Saturday Evening B, and Create Your Own.

**Venue:**
Verizon Hall at the Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, soon to be Marian Anderson Hall.

**Tickets and Subscription Information:**
For tickets, subscription details, and more information on the benefits of subscribing, please visit our website or contact our ticket and subscriber services. 

Don't miss this opportunity to experience the power of live music under the direction of Marin Alsop, accompanied by the talented Randall Goosby and the world-class Philadelphia Orchestra. Reserve your seats now for an evening of breathtaking performances.

Marin Alsop Leads Brahms, Mendelssohn, and Frank

Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts

At age 13, violinist Randall Goosby performed with the New York Philharmonic in a Young People’s Concert earning him a rave review from The New York Times, “…his performance won him a deserved standing ovation for its sheer virtuosity.” The San Diego native returns to take audiences on a musical journey. 

Randall Goosby

Soka Performing Arts Center

In Randall Goosby, the pioneering American composer Florence Price “has her ideal champion,” writes The Guardian, “his playing full of old-school warmth and breadth but never schmaltzy.” Price’s beguiling violin concerto shares a program with Prokofiev’s enchanting Seventh Symphony, composed for a children’s radio broadcast. The suite from Die Meistersinger von Nürnberg gathers stirring moments from Wagner’s opera. 

Randall Goosby

Violinist

Events

16 - 19 May, 2024

Randall Goosby plays Mendelssohn’s Violin Concerto Thomas Wilkins conducts Elgar’s Enigma Variations · National Symphony Orchestra

6 - 9 Jun, 2024

Mendelssohn’s Violin · Toronto Symphony Orchestra

Jan 31 - Feb 2, 2025

Price & Prokofiev · Detroit Symphony Orchestra

8 - 9 Feb, 2025

Dvořák New World Symphony · Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra

13 - 15 Mar, 2025

Marin Alsop Leads Brahms, Mendelssohn, and Frank · Philadelphia Orchestra

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