ASO: Haydn & Mendelssohn Symphonies
$29-$120
- Elizabeth Koch Tiscione, oboe
- Earl Lee, conductor
Jean Françaix — L'Horloge de Flore ("The Flower Clock")
Felix Mendelssohn — Symphony No. 4 in A major, Op. 90 "Italian"
Join us for Mendelssohn's zesty "Italian" Symphony, a piece evoking sun-drenched hills and feasting al fresco inspired by the 22-year-old composer's grand tour of Europe. A Haydn symphony opens the concert, a piece inspired by a trip to London. The "father of the symphony" spent his happiest days there, basking in celebrity and even finding romance. Haydn's "London" Symphony mingles grandeur and rustic verve. Guest conductor Earl Lee makes his Atlanta Symphony Orchestra debut. Also on the program, principal oboist Elizabeth Tiscione rolls out the artistry in Françaix's The Flower Clock, a picturesque oboe concerto evoking brightly-hued flowers that bloom according to the time of day.
Performances on Oct. 17 & 19.
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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