Mitsuko Uchida

Mahler Chamber Orchestra

Join us for an unforgettable evening at the Ojai Festival on June 7th, 2024, featuring the Mahler Chamber Orchestra (MCO) & Mitsuko Uchida. This concert, set to take place at the picturesque Libbey Bowl in Ojai at 8:00 PM, promises an extraordinary blend of musical eras and styles, curated by the renowned Mitsuko Uchida, this year's festival music director.

The evening's programme is a journey through musical innovation and tradition, starting with Igor Stravinsky's "Fanfare for a New Theatre," a piece symbolizing the opening of new horizons in music. Following this, the audience will be treated to Anton Webern's "Five Movements for Strings" and Arnold Schönberg's "Chamber Symphony No. 1," both of which represent pivotal changes in compositional techniques and musical thought. The concert will conclude with Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's "Piano Concerto No. 22, K. 482," a masterpiece that showcases the depth of emotion and artistic brilliance of the classical period. Mitsuko Uchida will grace the stage both as the pianist and director for the evening, with José Maria Blumenschein leading as the concertmaster.

This concert is not just a performance but a curated musical journey that reflects the unique blend of the old and new, familiar and unfamiliar, that the Ojai Festival is known for. It's an opportunity to experience the Mahler Chamber Orchestra in various formations, bringing to life works that are deeply connected to Mitsuko Uchida and the rich tapestry of American musical landscape.

Presented by the Ojai Festival, this event is a must-attend for music lovers seeking to immerse themselves in a night of diverse and profound musical expressions. Don't miss the chance to be part of this exceptional musical experience.

07 June 2024 Ojai