Renowned for their collaborative spirit, the GRAMMY-Award winning Orpheus Chamber Orchestra has played without a conductor since their inception, performing with “edge-of-the seat intensity” and displaying an “infectious love for making music” (New York Times) for audiences around the world.

Marc-André Hamelin, a pianist praised for his “commanding technique” along with his “warmth and affection” (New York Times), makes his long-awaited debut with Orpheus. He navigates the emotionally charged Wanderer Fantasy in a newly commissioned orchestration that updates Liszt’s concerto version. Hamelin is himself a formidable pianist-composer, as heard in the rich counterpoint of his Passacaglia. Michi Wiancko’s take on fanciful delights by Chopin and the unflinchingly honest final sonata from Schubert allow the orchestra to flesh out sounds and emotions buried within these piano masterpieces.
 

On the Program

Preludes: Pre-Concert Conversations

Enhance your concert experience with free pre-concert conversations!

Preludes is a moderated half-hour conversation with our distinguished guest artists before each concert in our Classical Series. These casual discussions provide insight about the evening’s program, including the music that will be performed, the soloists, and the ensembles. Preludes is the perfect way to deepen your musical understanding and enhance your enjoyment of the concert.

Preludes is held in the Recital Hall beginning one hour prior to show time. No ticket needed - Preludes is free for all to attend.

Subscriptions on sale July 21.
Subscriber presale August 6.
Single tickets on sale August 11. 

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