Seattle Symphony: Saint-Saëns Organ Symphony
$25-$145
- Thierry Escaich, organ
- Jane Archibald, soprano
- Seattle Symphony Chorale, Upper Voices
- Ludovic Morlot, conductor
Henri Dutilleux — Correspondances for Soprano and Orchestra
Thierry Escaich — La Barque solaire
Camille Saint-Saëns — Symphony No. 3 in C minor, Op. 78 "Organ Symphony"
Conductor Emeritus Ludovic Morlot transports us to France for a program featuring the sublime "Organ" Symphony by Saint-Saëns. Dedicated to Franz Liszt, the Third Symphony is haunting in nature, with the organ adding luscious depth to the orchestral texture. Leading organist and composer Thierry Escaich also performs his own La Barque solaire.
Pre-concert Talk presented one hour prior to each performance. Free with ticket purchase.
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.
https://www.seattlesymphony.org/About Thierry Escaich, organ
About Jane Archibald, soprano
About Seattle Symphony Chorale, Upper Voices
About Ludovic Morlot, conductor
Benaroya Hall – S. Mark Taper Foundation Auditorium
200 University StreetSeattle, WA 98101
United States