ASO: Vanska Conducts Prokofiev & Sibelius
$26-$135
- Alexander Melnikov, piano
- Osmo Vänskä, conductor
Sergei Prokofiev — Piano Concerto No. 2 in G minor, Op. 16
Jean Sibelius — Symphony No. 3 in C major, Op. 52
"Alexander Melnikov's performance [of Prokofiev] was not just compelling; it was nothing short of revelatory." (Bachtrack)
The acclaimed Finnish conductor Osmo Vänskä makes a much anticipated first performance with the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra for a program of piquant rarities, beginning with the spooky and beguiling Transitions by Michigan-based conductor and composer Henry Dorn. The Orchestra welcomes Russian music specialist Alexander Melnikov to play the Everest of piano concertos—the Piano Concerto No. 2 by Sergei Prokofiev. Then Maestro Vänskä shines the spotlight on the extraordinary musicians of the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra in the folk-inspired Symphony No. 3 by his fellow Finn Jean Sibelius.
Performances on Feb. 29 & Mar. 2.
About Atlanta Symphony Orchestra (ASO)
The ASO consistently affirms its position as one of America’s leading orchestras, educating and engaging through great musical performances featuring outstanding artists.
The Orchestra is known for the excellence of its live performances, renowned choruses, and its impressive list of GRAMMY® Award-winning recordings. The leading cultural organization in the Southeast, the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra serves as the cornerstone for artistic development and music education in the region.
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