Symphonic Series

This performance is generously sponsored by Marty & Les Wolf.

Experience an evening of sweeping Romantic passion and breathtaking virtuosity as the VSO-USA presents a powerful pairing of Russian masterworks. Sergei Rachmaninov’s Piano Concerto No. 3 in D minor, renowned for its emotional depth, lyrical beauty, and thrilling technical demands, comes alive in the hands of acclaimed pianist Olga Kern, whose artistry and intensity captivate audiences worldwide. The program continues with Reinhold Glière’s Symphony No. 2, a rich and expansive work filled with dramatic contrasts and orchestral color. Together, these monumental works promise an unforgettable night of passion, power, and symphonic grandeur.

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Program:
Rachmaninoff Piano Concerto No. 3 in D minor, Op. 30
Glière Symphony No. 2, Op. 25
*Olga Kern, piano

Pre-Concert Talk

All ticket holders will enjoy an educational pre-concert talk from VSO's Greg Scholl and VSO Music Director and Conductor Salvador Brotons an hour before each performance, 6 p.m. on Saturdays and 2 p.m. on Sundays. Don’t miss this special opportunity to learn all about the history of the music that will follow!