Overview
A journey from brooding despair to rousing triumph, Shostakovich’s Fifth Symphony rescued him from the grips of official Soviet disfavor. But to many listeners, it’s a more subversive critique of life under Stalin. This program, led by Manfred Honeck, also showcases the U.S. premiere of Lera Auerbach’s Diary of a Madman, composed for Gautier Capuçon.
Ticket holders are invited to a free preconcert conversation featuring Laura Sauer-Shah in Amerding Concert Hall 75 minutes before the performance. The conversation will last approximately 30 minutes. No additional tickets required.
Note performance location:
Edman Chapel at Wheaton College
401 E. Franklin St.
Wheaton, IL 60187
