Tchaikovsky Pathétique & Trifonov

June 20-23, 2024

Overview

Audience FavoriteLahav Shani conducts Tchaikovsky’s Pathétique, a symphony that the composer premiered less than a week before his death and was later nicknamed for the passion and suffering it expresses. Daniil Trifonov takes the spotlight in a piano concerto composed for him by former CSO Mead Composer-in-Residence Mason Bates, which “shows off the pianist’s virtuosity first and foremost, but also captures a listener’s attention with jazzy rhythms, ear-catching tunes … and a number of big climaxes” (Seen and Heard International).

Transit Alert: Due to the NASCAR Chicago Street Race taking place later this summer, some streets in and around Grant Park may be closed. Please review transit options, leave extra time for travel and plan to arrive early. Visit the NASCAR website for the full street closure plan.

 

Program
Avni

Prayer

Bates

Piano Concerto

Prokofiev

Sarcasms for Piano, Op. 17 - III. Allegro precipitato

[June 20 Encore]

Daniil Trifonov piano

Prokofiev

Sarcasms for Piano, Op. 17 - I. Tempestoso 

[June 21 Encore]

Daniil Trifonov piano

Scriabin

Piano Sonata No. 3 in F-sharp minor, Op. 23, III. Andante

[June 22 Encore]

Daniil Trifonov piano

Tchaikovsky

Children’s Album, Op. 39, No. 24 “In the Church”

[June 23 Encore]

Daniil Trifonov piano

Tchaikovsky

Symphony No. 6 (Pathétique)

Extras

Enhance your concert experience.

Preconcert Dining

Enhance your concert experience by dining at Forte featuring contemporary Mediterranean cuisine or the Thomas Club featuring traditional American fare. Learn more »


Preconcert Conversation

Explore the music in a free preconcert conversation featuring Stephen Alltop in Orchestra Hall 75 minutes before the performance. The talk will last approximately 30 minutes. No additional tickets are needed.

Sponsors

These concerts are generously sponsored by Zell Family Foundation & Ling Z. and Michael C. Markovitz


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