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CSO at Wheaton: Chopin & Tchaikovsky

Apr 19, 2024
Overview Program Performers Extras

Overview

Tugan Sokhiev conducts Tchaikovsky’s youthful First Symphony, nicknamed Winter Dreams for its cozy evocation of Russian winters. Chopin’s exuberant Piano Concerto No. 1 features Russian pianist Yulianna Avdeeva, described by the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette as “a one-woman powerhouse” who “stole the show.” Andrzej Panufnik’s Heroic Overture, composed in 1952, is a tribute to the courageous spirit of the Polish people.

Program
Panufnik

Heroic Overture

Chopin

Piano Concerto No. 1

Tchaikovsky

Symphony No. 1 (Winter Dreams)

Extras

Enhance your concert experience with this additional event.
Preconcert Conversation

Explore the music in a free preconcert conversation featuring Laura Sauer-Shah in Armerding Concert Hall 75 minutes before the performance. The talk will last approximately 30 minutes. No additional tickets are needed.

Sponsors

Support for the CSO at Wheaton series is provided by Megan and Steve Shebik.


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