Seattle Symphony: Strauss Zarathustra

Antonín Dvořák — A Hero's Song, Op. 111, B. 199
Benjamin Britten — Violin Concerto No. 1, Op. 15
Richard Strauss — Also sprach Zarathustra, Op. 30

Vilde Frang, violin
Jakub Hrůša, conductor
Seattle Symphony

Dvořák – A Hero's Song
Britten – Violin Concerto No. 1, Op. 15
R. Strauss – Also Sprach Zarathustra

Thanks to 2001: A Space Odyssey, the opening of Strauss’ Also Sprach Zarathustra is one of the most iconic works of classical music. Now, hear this kaleidoscopic masterpiece in its entirety, together with Britten’s emotionally charged Violin Concerto with the remarkable Vilde Frang.

Pre-concert talk 1 hour prior to performance in the S. Mark Taper Foundation Auditorium. Free with ticket purchase. Ask the artist in the Samuel & Althea Stroum Grand Lobby following the concert.

Bring a young person! The Seattle Symphony invites up to two people ages 8–18 to attend this show FREE with the purchase of an accompanying adult ticket. Family Connections passes become available three weeks prior to the concert date, and are available by phone and in-person at the Seattle Symphony Ticket Office. Click here for more information about Family Connections tickets.

About Seattle Symphony

Recognized as one of the “most vital American orchestras” (NPR), the Seattle Symphony is internationally acclaimed for its inventive programming, community-minded initiatives, and superb recordings on the Seattle Symphony Media label. With a strong commitment to new music and a legacy of over 150 recordings, the orchestra has garnered five Grammy Awards, 26 Grammy nominations, and two Emmy Awards, and was named Gramophone’s 2018 Orchestra of the Year. The Symphony performs in Benaroya Hall in the heart of downtown Seattle.

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