Program

Kabalevsky Overture to Colas Breugnon, Op. 24
Prokofiev Lieutenant Kije
Mahler Symphony No.5 in C-sharp minor

About The Program

Join us for an evening of classical mastery during the Opening Night of the 2024-25 Season as we present an enchanting orchestral showcase featuring Tchaikovsky's evocative Capriccio italien, Op. 45, a vibrant celebration of Italian folk melodies infused with the composer's signature flair. Prokofiev's Lieutenant Kije takes center stage, captivating the audience with its witty and charming narrative, transporting listeners into the whimsical world of Russian storytelling. The grand finale brings Gustav Mahler's monumental Symphony No. 5 in C-sharp minor, a symphonic journey that explores the depths of human emotion, from the lone trumpet statement of the opening bars to its triumphant finale.