Season Opening with Szeps-Znaider | Chicago Symphony Orchestra

Overview

One of the most heartfelt musical dialogues ever written, the Sinfonia concertante shows Mozart at the pinnacle of his craft. As violinist, Nikolaj Szeps-Znaider shares the spotlight with CSO Principal Viola Teng Li. Szeps-Znaider conducts Elgar’s stately, visionary Second Symphony, a work dedicated to the memory of England’s Edward VII.

Venue
Symphony Center
Price
$49.00+ (incl. fees)
Length
2 hours
Preconcert Conversation
Daniel Schlosberg

Schedule

Program

Mozart

Sinfonia concertante, K. 364

Elgar

Symphony No. 2

Performers

Chicago Symphony Orchestra

Nikolaj Szeps-Znaider

Conductor and violin

Teng Li

Principal Viola

The Paul Hindemith Principal Viola Chair

Extras

Enhance your concert experience.

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 Daniel Schlosberg in Orchestra Hall 75 minutes before the performance. The talk will last approximately 30 minutes. No additional tickets are needed.

Sponsors & Partners

These concerts are generously sponsored by Zell Family Foundation.

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