NY Phil: Alisa Weilerstein, Thomas Larcher, & Schumann

New York Philharmonic

Friday, April 4, 2025 @ 11:00am – 1:00pm (EDT)

Wu Tsai Theater at David Geffen Hall, Lincoln Center, New York, NY, United States

$64-$180

Alisa Weilerstein, cello
Nikolaj Szeps-Znaider, conductor

Felix Mendelssohn — A Midsummer Night's Dream (Incidental Music), Op. 61 ("Intermezzo," "Nocturne," & "Wedding March")
Thomas Larcher — Selected works (world premiere for cello & orchestra TBA)
Robert Schumann — Symphony No. 2 in C major, Op. 61

Felix Mendelssohn's incidental music to A Midsummer Night's Dream captures the spirit of Shakespeare's beloved comedy. Internationally renowned cellist Alisa Weilerstein joins the Orchestra for a world premiere by Thomas Larcher, whose music has been called "one of this century's wonders" (The Times). Robert Schumann's Second Symphony brings the concert, conducted by Nikolaj Szeps-Znaider, to a soaring conclusion. 

Runs Apr. 3-5.

About New York Philharmonic

https://nyphil.org/

About Alisa Weilerstein, cello

Alisa Weilerstein is one of the foremost cellists of our time. Known for her consummate artistry, emotional investment, and rare interpretive depth, she was recognized with a MacArthur "genius grant" Fellowship in 2011. Her global career takes her to prestigious international venues for solo recitals, chamber concerts, and concerto collaborations.

https://alisaweilerstein.com/