Conductor

Barber’s whimsical Violin Concerto spotlights ESO Concertmaster Robert Uchida with poetic music that will sweep you off your feet. It’s a mystery why Schubert left his eighth symphony unfinished, although one historian claimed, “He could never have finished it because nothing could approach the originality, power, and skill of the first two movements.” On the other hand, Beethoven wrote four different overtures for his one opera, of which the third is the most impressive, and most popular.

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Schubert's Unfinished Symphony

Winspear Centre

“Without exaggeration,” wrote Tchaikovsky, “I have put my whole soul into this work.” Through some of the most enduring music in the repertoire, experience Tchaikovsky’s passions and struggles.

Tchaikovsky's Pathétique

Segerstrom Center for the Arts

Tchaikovsky's "Pathétique"

One of classical music’s enduring favorites, Tchaikovsky’s “Pathétique” is a musical representation of the composer’s private struggles, including his failing health and his difficult personal life: “Without exaggeration,” he wrote, “I have put my whole soul into this work.”

Tchaikovsky's Sixth

Alisa Weilerstein plays the Seattle Symphony premiere of Lutos³awski’s Cello Concerto, a transcendent work composed in 1970. The trailblazing Shiyeon Sung, who has made headlines as the first female conductor from South Korea to reach the international stage, leads the orchestra through the program, which also includes Dvořák’s luminous Sixth Symphony

Dvořák Symphony No. 6

Benaroya Hall

Brilliant works by Lili Boulanger, the first woman to win the prestigious Prix de Rome composition prize, leave a stunning first impression. DSO Principal Cello Wei Yu stars in the elegance of Tchaikovsky’s Variations on a Rococo Theme and Dvořák’s signature talent for big, boisterous melodies shines throughout his Sixth Symphony. Leading the way, trailblazing South Korean conductor Shiyeon Sung makes her Orchestra Hall debut.

Tchaikovsky and Dvorak

Orchestra Hall

Travel to Debussy’s beautiful and mystical seascape in La Mer, and be captivated by pianist Alexandra Dariescu’s performance of Ravel’s ravishing orchestral masterpiece Piano Concerto
in G Major. All under the baton of special guest conductor Shiyeon Sung, for an unforgettable concert experience.

Debussy & Ravel

Orpheum Theatre

Join us for an extraordinary evening of classical music with the Symphonieorchester des Bayerischen Rundfunks, featuring the remarkable talents of Shiyeon Sung, Anton Barakhovsky, and Sebastian Klinger. This concert series promises to be a memorable experience, taking place at the Munich Gasteig HP8, Isarphilharmonie on Thursday, 23rd November 2023, and Friday, 24th November 2023, both performances starting at 8:00 pm.

Under the baton of the South Korean conductor Shiyeon Sung, who made her BRSO debut in 2022, the orchestra will present a captivating program. The evening will begin with an introduction at 6:45 pm, setting the stage for a night of musical brilliance. The program includes Maurice Ravel's enchanting "Boléro," György Ligeti's "Concert Românesc," and "Cello Concerto," along with Ravel's "Tzigane, Rhapsody for violin and orchestra," and the ballet music "Ma mère l’oye."

Highlighting the orchestra's tradition of showcasing its own musicians, concertmaster Anton Barakhovsky will mesmerize with his violin, while principal cellist Sebastian Klinger brings the cello to life with Ligeti’s breathtaking concerto. These solo performances are a testament to the virtuosity and artistry within the ranks of the Symphonieorchester des Bayerischen Rundfunks.

This concert is part of the Subscription A series, offering a unique opportunity to immerse in the rich sounds and emotional depth of classical music. Whether you are a long-time classical music enthusiast or new to the genre, this event promises an unforgettable experience.

For tickets and further information, please visit the BRticket-Webshop at shop.br-ticket.de. Don't miss this chance to witness the synergy of Shiyeon Sung, Anton Barakhovsky, Sebastian Klinger, and the Symphonieorchester des Bayerischen Rundfunks in the stunning setting of the Isarphilharmonie.

Shiyeon Sung

Conductor

Events

2 - 4 May, 2024

Schubert's Unfinished Symphony · Winspear Centre

Apr 28, 2024

Tchaikovsky's Pathétique · Pacific Symphony

Apr 28, 2024

Tchaikovsky's "Pathétique" · Segerstrom Center For The Arts

25 - 27 Apr, 2024

Tchaikovsky's Sixth · Segerstrom Center For The Arts

18 - 20 Apr, 2024

Dvořák Symphony No. 6 · Seattle Symphony

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