Tchaikovsky’s Violin Concerto: Masterworks

Tchaikovsky’s Violin Concerto: Masterworks

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Tchaikovsky: Violin Concerto
John Adams: Harmonielehre

Once described as unplayable, Tchaikovsky’s Violin Concerto today is a gem of the repertoire and beloved by audiences for its lyrical beauty and technical brilliance. Armed with virtuosity to spare, soloist Benjamin Beilman masterfully scampers in and around the orchestra before a rousing finale. Michael Francis finishes the evening with acclaimed American composer John Adams’ Harmonielehre – “the book of harmony’’ − a thriller that marries Minimalism with Mahler and the late-Romantics, reflecting Adams’ unique voice in contemporary classical music.

We’re full of surprises. Select Masterworks concert has a surprise inside – a short mystery piece that connects to the program in an unexpected way. Each one is Michael Francis’ little secret.

Classical Kids & Teens: Kids and teens ages 5-18 get in free to all Masterworks concerts with Classical Kids tickets, thanks in part to the generous support of an anonymous donor. At least one paying adult purchase is required per order, and other restrictions apply. These tickets are available in advance only through The Florida Orchestra Ticket Center. For more information and tickets, call 727.892.3337.

Piotr IIyich Tchaikovsky
(1840 – 1893)
Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 35
(1840 – 1893)
I. Allegro moderato
II. Canzonetta: Andante

III. Finale: Allegro vivacissim

Intermission

John AdamsHarmonielehre

(b. 1947)
Part 1: [no title given]
Part 2: The Anfortas Wound
Part 3: Meister Eckhardt and Quackie

Program Notes

Author Kurt Loft, freelance writer and former music critic for The Tampa Tribune, provides detailed and informative program notes about the pieces on this program. Click here to read online.

Printable Program

Click here for a printable version of the repertoire and program notes.

Audio Program Notes

Pre-Concert Conversations

Get the real story behind the composers and their music, straight from the conductor and guest soloists. Starts one hour before each Masterworks concert in the theater. Included free with each concert ticket. 

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