Grieg & Rachmaninov

Dec 5-7, 2024
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Overview

Rachmaninov’s majestic First Symphony churns with youthful romantic fervor and ethereal mystery — perfect for a December outing. Grieg’s Peer Gynt Suite No. 1, inspired by Norway’s national folk hero, includes the instantly familiar dream-like fantasy of “The Hall of the Mountain King.” Johannes Moser brings his “remarkably visceral and vivid playing” (Gramophone) to Lutosławski’s wild and enchanting Cello Concerto.

  • Venue
    Symphony Center
  • Price Range
    $45-$275
  • Length
    1 hour 50 minutes
  • Preconcert Conversation
    Johann Buis
Schedule
Program
Grieg

Suite No. 1 from Peer Gynt

Lutosławski

Cello Concerto

Rachmaninov

Symphony No. 1

Extras

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Preconcert Dining

Enhance your concert experience by dining at the Thomas Club, offering a prix fixe menu featuring traditional American fare for a seamless preconcert dining experience. Reservations | Learn more and view the menu


Preconcert Conversation

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

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