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Yehuda Gilad, Conductor and Music Director Aleksandra Melaniuk, Conductor Duncan McDougall, Violin
Two works on this program, both critically panned at their premieres, have since become audience favorites. Unlike most symphonies, Shostakovich’s Sixth starts with an achingly emotional slow movement before plunging toward a fast and fiery finish. In Tchaikovsky’s lively Violin Concerto, the virtuosic demands made on the soloist never fail to leave listeners awestruck. The David Hockney-inspired opening work is performed in memory of composer, pianist, and former Colburn faculty member Sarah Gibson.
At 6 pm, enjoy a pre-talk by Conservatory dean Lee Cioppa, conductor and music director Yehuda Gilad, and soloist Duncan McDougall.
Proceeds from this event go directly to the Colburn Community Fire Relief Fund, which will support community members impacted by the Los Angeles wildfires. To learn more about the Colburn Community Fire Relief Fund, please visit colburnschool.edu/relief.
The Colburn Orchestra is generously underwritten by Eva and Marc Stern.
This performance is additionally supported by Beverly C. Marksbury.
SARAH GIBSON Painting the Floor SHOSTAKOVICH Symphony No. 6 TCHAIKOVSKY Violin Concerto