Michael Francis, conductor
Inon Barnatan, piano
Ravel: Piano Concerto
Beethoven: Symphony No. 4
Michael Francis celebrates 250 years of Beethoven’s immense influence on our world with his playful Symphony No. 4. Also, thrilling pianist Inon Barnatan performs Ravel’s jazz-infused Piano Concerto.
Note: Previously scheduled pianist Natasha Paremski will not perform this week due to unforeseen circumstances.
Program Notes: Read the program notes, authored by Kurt Loft, by clicking here.
Pre-Concert Conversation: Key in on moments of brilliance in Beethoven's joyful Symphony No. 4 and find out why Ravel's Piano Concerto sounds a bit like Mozart combined with Gershwin. Join Music Director Michael Francis and General Manager Edward Parsons in this online Pre-Concert Conversation.
Live Stream: For information on the live stream concert, click here.
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