Stephen Hough Performs Stephen Hough

Showtimes

Friday, January 12, 20247:30 PM VIEW TICKETS
Saturday, January 13, 20247:30 PM VIEW TICKETS

Abravanel Hall

123 W South Temple, Salt Lake City, UT 84101, USA Get Directions

OVERVIEW

Turn back the clock to the decadence of pre-war Vienna that inspired The World of Yesterday—the first concerto by British piano legend Sir Stephen Hough, who gives its world premiere performance with us. Then, step further back into the boisterous world of the Edwardian era with Elgar’s Cockaigne (a British term illustrating the humor, honesty, and strength of turn-of-the-century London). The final destination in this program led by Sir Donald Runnicles is Vaughan Williams’ Fifth Symphony, dubbed “Symphony of the Celestial City” for its essence of radiant light and sublime mystery.

ENHANCE YOUR CONCERT EXPERIENCE

Join us for a pre-concert chat about the evening’s program with Assistant Conductor Matthew Straw joined by guest artists and symphony musicians, held 45 minutes prior to the performance start time in the First Tier Room.

Complete a Behind the Music card found at the tables and bring it to the gift shop for a discount and to enter a drawing for free tickets.

PROGRAM

ELGAR: Cockaigne (In London Town)
STEPHEN HOUGH: Piano Concerto (The World of Yesterday) (World Premiere; Utah Symphony co-commission)
VAUGHAN WILLIAMS: Symphony No. 5

ARTISTS

Sir Donald Runnicles conductor

Sir Stephen Hough piano

Utah Symphony

PREVIEW

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

ACCESSIBILITY: We are committed to making our performances and venues accessible to all of our patrons.

GENERAL AGE GUIDELINE: Individuals ages five and older are welcome at this performance. Parents should ensure their children are able to sit quietly through the performance without disturbing others around them. No babes in arms will be admitted.

LATE SEATING POLICY: Late seating will be at an appropriate break in the concert, to be determined at a later date, or at intermission. More information on our late and re-entry policies is found here.

Artists and programs are subject to change. No refunds. View Terms of Sale here.