ASO: Robert Spano & pianist Garrick Ohlssohn
$40-$115
- Garrick Ohlsson, piano
- Robert Spano, conductor
Adam Schoenberg — Picture Studies
Sergei Rachmaninoff — Piano Concerto No. 3 in D minor, Op. 30
In the piano world, it's known as "Rach Three," a moniker that comes with reverence, a quickening of the heart, and a dash of terror. Among the most difficult of all the popular piano concertos, it was written by one of the greatest pianists who ever lived: Sergei Rachmaninoff (a composer who, let's be honest, had huge hands). For all its difficulty, the Third is equally charming to the listener. To pull off this feat of artistry and virtuosity, the ASO welcomes one of the best: pianist Garrick Ohlsson. Atlanta Symphony Orchestra Music Director Laureate Robert Spano returns for a two-week residency. The longtime leader of the ASO brings with him an old friend of the Orchestra, Emmy Award-winning composer Adam Schoenberg for his intriguing and ambitious Picture Studies. The performance begins with Jennifer Higdon's blue cathedral. In her own program notes, Higdon suggests that cathedrals serve "as a symbolic doorway into and out of this world" and that "blue represents all potential and the progression of journeys."
Performances on May 9 & 11.
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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