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Chicago Symphony Orchestra
Trifonov Plays Rachmaninov Piano Concerto No. 3
Apr 20-23, 2023
Overview
“Peerless today as a Rachmaninov interpreter” (The Guardian) and in possession of “monstrous technique and lustrous tone” (The New Yorker), pianist Daniil Trifonov performs Rachmaninov’s electrifying Third Piano Concerto. Russian folklore animates Stravinsky’s magical world of Petrushka and Liadov’s dark and fantastical Kikimora.
Program
Liadov
Kikimora
Stravinsky
Petrushka
Rachmaninov
Piano Concerto No. 3
J.S. Bach (transcr. Hess)
Cantata BWV 147, Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring [Encore, April 20, 22 & 23]
Performers
Extras
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Preconcert Conversations
Explore the music in the free preconcert conversation featuring Kyle Dzapo in Orchestra Hall 75 minutes before the performance. The conversation will last approximately 30 minutes. No additional tickets are needed.
Sponsors & Partners
The appearance of Daniil Trifonov is made possible by the Grainger Fund for Excellence.
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