Française & Ruski

Sat. November, 20 2021 – 8:00 PM

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Guest Artist

Stefan Jackiw, violin

Concert Details

Alexander Mickelthwate, conductor

Milhaud: Le boeuf sur le toit, Op. 58
Ravel: Tzigane
Saint-Saëns: Introduction & Rondo capriccioso, Op. 28
Shostakovich: Symphony No. 9 in E-flat major, Op. 70

Notes from Maestro Mickelthwate

“The third classics creates a creative balance between the influences of two countries: Russia and France, always connected through art and ballet. Additionally, it is more like a… satisfying meal. First: a smooth French appetizer – Milhaud’s Le boef sur le toit; followed by two exotic second appetizers – Ravel’s Tzigane and Saint-Saëns’ Introduction and Rondo Capriccioso violin solo and orchestra; and then the main course, Shostakovich’s Symphony No. 9 …strong, colorful satisfying for the entire taste palette.”