Join us for a special celebration to kick off Maestro Thierry Fischer’s final season as Music Director of Utah Symphony. Enjoy a curated program full of musical tributes from Utah Symphony musicians, memories, and stories honoring his legacy. Following the performance, spend time mingling with friends and musicians while you enjoy refreshments in the lobby.
Enjoy the ride as the 2022-23 season begins with a thrill—from the heart-racing energy of Wagner’s iconic Ride of the Valkyries and John Adams’ pulsing Short Ride in a Fast Machine, to Strauss’ magnificent Ein Heldenleben (A Hero’s Life) evoking heroism through virtuosic artistry.
The Berlin Philharmonic’s Principal Horn Stefan Dohr makes a special appearance for Mozart’s Horn Concerto No. 3—a work written for a friend and filled with warmth—and also shares center stage with three of the symphony’s own horn players in Schumann’s rarely performed showpiece, making this an unforgettable Opening Weekend.
ARTISTS: Thierry Fischer, conductor | Stefan Dohr, horn | Edmund Rollett, horn | Stephen Proser, horn | Jessica Danz, horn | Utah Symphony
PROGRAM: SMITH/KEY: “Star Spangled Banner” | WAGNER: Ride of the Valkyries | JOHN ADAMS: Short Ride in a Fast Machine | R. SCHUMANN: Konzertstück for Four Horns | MOZART: Horn Concerto No. 3 | R. STRAUSS: Ein Heldenleben (A Hero’s Life)
Enjoy the ride as the 2022-23 season begins with a thrill—from the heart-racing energy of Wagner’s iconic Ride of the Valkyries and John Adams’ pulsing Short Ride in a Fast Machine, to Strauss’ magnificent Ein Heldenleben (A Hero’s Life) evoking heroism through virtuosic artistry.
The Berlin Philharmonic’s Principal Horn Stefan Dohr makes a special appearance for Mozart’s Horn Concerto No. 3—a work written for a friend and filled with warmth—and also shares center stage with three of the symphony’s own horn players in Schumann’s rarely performed showpiece, making this an unforgettable Opening Weekend.
ARTISTS: Thierry Fischer, conductor | Stefan Dohr, horn | Edmund Rollett, horn | Stephen Proser, horn | Jessica Danz, horn | Utah Symphony
PROGRAM: SMITH/KEY: “Star Spangled Banner” | WAGNER: Ride of the Valkyries | JOHN ADAMS: Short Ride in a Fast Machine | R. SCHUMANN: Konzertstück for Four Horns | MOZART: Horn Concerto No. 3 | R. STRAUSS: Ein Heldenleben (A Hero’s Life)
Experience a behind-the-scenes look at the process of bringing our concerts to the stage during our Finishing Touches rehearsals. This is a working rehearsal and selections from the weekend’s program will be made at the discretion of the conductor.
The only criticism of the Khatchaturian Violin Concerto is that it might just be “a little too much fun”—and Nemanja Radulovic, who has been taking the classical music world by storm, is exactly the right violinist to bring out its full range of delights. Bartók’s perfectly constructed Concerto for Orchestra gives each instrument moments to shine and Kaija Saariaho’s luminous Winter Sky is a gem of otherworldly beauty.
ARTISTS: Alexandre Bloch, conductor | Nemanja Radulovic, violin | Utah Symphony
PROGRAM: KAIJA SAARIAHO: Ciel d’hiver (Winter Sky) | KHATCHATURIAN: Violin Concerto | BARTÓK: Concerto for orchestra
The only criticism of the Khatchaturian Violin Concerto is that it might just be “a little too much fun”—and Nemanja Radulovic, who has been taking the classical music world by storm, is exactly the right violinist to bring out its full range of delights. Bartók’s perfectly constructed Concerto for Orchestra gives each instrument moments to shine and Kaija Saariaho’s luminous Winter Sky is a gem of otherworldly beauty.
ARTISTS: Alexandre Bloch, conductor | Nemanja Radulovic, violin | Utah Symphony
PROGRAM: KAIJA SAARIAHO: Ciel d’hiver (Winter Sky) | KHATCHATURIAN: Violin Concerto | BARTÓK: Concerto for orchestra
The only criticism of the Khatchaturian Violin Concerto is that it might just be “a little too much fun”—and Nemanja Radulovic, who has been taking the classical music world by storm, is exactly the right violinist to bring out its full range of delights. Bartók’s perfectly constructed Concerto for Orchestra gives each instrument moments to shine and Kaija Saariaho’s luminous Winter Sky is a gem of otherworldly beauty.
ARTISTS: Alexandre Bloch, conductor | Nemanja Radulovic, violin | Utah Symphony
PROGRAM: KAIJA SAARIAHO: Ciel d’hiver (Winter Sky) | KHATCHATURIAN: Violin Concerto | BARTÓK: Concerto for orchestra
The only criticism of the Khatchaturian Violin Concerto is that it might just be “a little too much fun”—and Nemanja Radulovic, who has been taking the classical music world by storm, is exactly the right violinist to bring out its full range of delights. Bartók’s perfectly constructed Concerto for Orchestra gives each instrument moments to shine and Kaija Saariaho’s luminous Winter Sky is a gem of otherworldly beauty.
ARTISTS: Alexandre Bloch, conductor | Nemanja Radulovic, violin | Utah Symphony
PROGRAM: KAIJA SAARIAHO: Ciel d’hiver (Winter Sky) | KHATCHATURIAN: Violin Concerto | BARTÓK: Concerto for orchestra
A passion filled energetic celebration of Latin American orchestral hits paired with the firework playing of highly acclaimed Costa Rican trumpeter Jose Sibaja and Mexican soprano Mónica Ábrego. This high-octane concert is sure to make you want to dance and sing along!
ARTISTS: Enrico Lopez-Yañez, conductor | José Sibaja, trumpet | Mónica Ábrego, soprano | Utah Symphony
PROGRAM: HERNÁNDEZ (arr. Albert Gonzales): “El Cumbanchero” (Puerto Rico) | ABREU (arr. Lopez-Yañez): “Tico-Tico no Fubá” (Brazil) | TRADITIONAL (arr. Lopez-Yañez): “La Llorona” (Mexico) | VINICIO MEZA: “Lucía” (Costa Rica) | MONCAYO: “Huapango” (Mexico) | PIAZZOLLA (arr. Sibaja): “Libertango” (Argentina) | VELÁZQUEZ (arr. Sibaja): “Bésame Mucho” (Mexico) | BARROSO (arr. Lopez-Yañez): “Aquarela do Brasil” (Brazil) | HERNÁNDEZ (Arr. Cerón): “Cachita, for orchestra” (Cuba) | LARA (arr. Lopez-Yañez): “Granada” (Mexico) | GARRIDO (arr. Lopez-Yañez): “Pelea de Gallos” (Chile) | GREVER (arr. E. Magallanes): “Júrame” (Mexico) | SOTO: En el Barco Viene Una Rosa from Cocorí (Costa Rica) | PONCE (arr. Jeff Nevin): “Estrellita” (Mexico) | BIZET (arr. Lopez-Yañez): Carmen Suite
Goonies never say die!
What happens when a group of kids come across a map leading to One-Eyed Willy’s pirate treasure? Experience one of the most enchanting films of the ’80s in this cult classic, produced by Steven Spielberg, as the Utah Symphony performs Dave Grusin’s exhilarating score live-to-picture.
ARTISTS: Benjamin Manis, conductor | Utah Symphony
Goonies never say die!
What happens when a group of kids come across a map leading to One-Eyed Willy’s pirate treasure? Experience one of the most enchanting films of the ’80s in this cult classic, produced by Steven Spielberg, as the Utah Symphony performs Dave Grusin’s exhilarating score live-to-picture.
ARTISTS: Benjamin Manis, conductor | Utah Symphony
Goonies never say die!
What happens when a group of kids come across a map leading to One-Eyed Willy’s pirate treasure? Experience one of the most enchanting films of the ’80s in this cult classic, produced by Steven Spielberg, as the Utah Symphony performs Dave Grusin’s exhilarating score live-to-picture.
ARTISTS: Benjamin Manis, conductor | Utah Symphony
Mussorgsky’s depiction of a gentle morning sunrise is juxtaposed with the vivacious work that follows—Prokofiev’s Piano Concerto No. 3, known for its bursts of spontaneity and crisp expression. Andrew Staupe, praised for his immaculate technique, joins as soloist. Proving Tchaikovsky’s place as one of the Romantic era’s most gifted composers, his Symphony No. 5 takes us on a journey of haunting melodies, shocking climaxes, charming elegance, and joyful abandon.
ARTISTS: David Danzmayr, conductor | Andrew Staupe, piano | Utah Symphony
PROGRAM: MUSSORGSKY: Prelude to Khovanshchina | PROKOFIEV: Piano Concerto No. 3 | TCHAIKOVSKY: Symphony No. 5
Mussorgsky’s depiction of a gentle morning sunrise is juxtaposed with the vivacious work that follows—Prokofiev’s Piano Concerto No. 3, known for its bursts of spontaneity and crisp expression. Andrew Staupe, praised for his immaculate technique, joins as soloist. Proving Tchaikovsky’s place as one of the Romantic era’s most gifted composers, his Symphony No. 5 takes us on a journey of haunting melodies, shocking climaxes, charming elegance, and joyful abandon.
ARTISTS: David Danzmayr, conductor | Andrew Staupe, piano | Utah Symphony
PROGRAM: MUSSORGSKY: Prelude to Khovanshchina | PROKOFIEV: Piano Concerto No. 3 | TCHAIKOVSKY: Symphony No. 5
Mussorgsky’s depiction of a gentle morning sunrise is juxtaposed with the vivacious work that follows—Prokofiev’s Piano Concerto No. 3, known for its bursts of spontaneity and crisp expression. Andrew Staupe, praised for his immaculate technique, joins as soloist. Proving Tchaikovsky’s place as one of the Romantic era’s most gifted composers, his Symphony No. 5 takes us on a journey of haunting melodies, shocking climaxes, charming elegance, and joyful abandon.
ARTISTS: David Danzmayr, conductor | Andrew Staupe, piano | Utah Symphony
PROGRAM: MUSSORGSKY: Prelude to Khovanshchina | PROKOFIEV: Piano Concerto No. 3 | TCHAIKOVSKY: Symphony No. 5
It’s time to go hunting for Horcruxes once more: part one of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows™ in Concert is nearly here! The Utah Symphony performs Alexandre Desplat’s epic score as the franchise’s seventh film is projected onto a giant screen. Join all your favorite characters—and not-so-favorite ones!—as they encounter familiar dangers, new threats, and powerful friendships in this once-in-a-lifetime event.
WIZARDING WORLD and all related trademarks, characters, names, and indicia are © & ™ Warner Bros.
Entertainment Inc. Publishing Rights © JKR. (s22)
ARTISTS: Justin Freer, conductor | Utah Symphony
It’s time to go hunting for Horcruxes once more: part one of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows™ in Concert is nearly here! The Utah Symphony performs Alexandre Desplat’s epic score as the franchise’s seventh film is projected onto a giant screen. Join all your favorite characters—and not-so-favorite ones!—as they encounter familiar dangers, new threats, and powerful friendships in this once-in-a-lifetime event.
WIZARDING WORLD and all related trademarks, characters, names, and indicia are © & ™ Warner Bros.
Entertainment Inc. Publishing Rights © JKR. (s22)
ARTISTS: Justin Freer, conductor | Utah Symphony
It’s time to go hunting for Horcruxes once more: part one of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows™ in Concert is nearly here! The Utah Symphony performs Alexandre Desplat’s epic score as the franchise’s seventh film is projected onto a giant screen. Join all your favorite characters—and not-so-favorite ones!—as they encounter familiar dangers, new threats, and powerful friendships in this once-in-a-lifetime event.
WIZARDING WORLD and all related trademarks, characters, names, and indicia are © & ™ Warner Bros.
Entertainment Inc. Publishing Rights © JKR. (s22)
ARTISTS: Justin Freer, conductor | Utah Symphony
Performed by internationally acclaimed pianist Andrei Korobeinikov, Tchaikovsky’s swooning Piano Concerto No. 1 is the height of heart-on-your sleeve emotion. Augusta Read Thomas takes inspiration from the “biological ballet” of proteins in the human body for Dance Foldings, Ives craftily works “Turkey in the Straw” and other American folk tunes into his Symphony No. 2, and this wide-ranging program opens with Salieri’s entertaining overture to an opera about an opera.
ARTISTS: Thierry Fischer, conductor | Andrei Korobeinikov, piano | Utah Symphony
PROGRAM: SALIERI: Prima la musica poi le parole (First the music and then the word) | TCHAIKOVKSY: Piano Concerto No. 1 | AUGUSTA READ THOMAS: Dance Foldings | IVES: Symphony No. 2
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