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Chicago Symphony Orchestra
Chopin & Tchaikovsky
Apr 18-21, 2024
Overview
Tugan Sokhiev conducts Tchaikovsky’s youthful First Symphony, nicknamed Winter Dreams for its cozy evocation of Russian winters. Chopin’s exuberant Piano Concerto No. 1 features Russian pianist Yulianna Avdeeva, described by the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette as “a one-woman powerhouse” who “stole the show.” Andrzej Panufnik’s Heroic Overture, composed in 1952, is a tribute to the courageous spirit of the Polish people.
Program
Panufnik
Heroic Overture
Chopin
Piano Concerto No. 1
Chopin
Waltz in A-flat Major, Op. 42
[Apr. 18 Encore]
Yulianna Avdeeva piano
Szpilman
Toccatina from Suite "The Life of The Machines"
[Apr. 20 Encore]
Yulianna Avdeeva piano
Chopin
Nocturne in C-sharp Minor, Op. posth.
[Apr. 21 Encore]
Yulianna Avdeeva piano
Tchaikovsky
Symphony No. 1 (Winter Dreams)
Performers
Extras
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Preconcert Dining
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Preconcert Conversation
Explore the music in a free preconcert conversation featuring Laura Sauer-Shah in Orchestra Hall 75 minutes before the performance. The talk will last approximately 30 minutes. No additional tickets are needed.
Sponsors & Partners
This performance is sponsored by the Bonnie Ann Barber Endowment Fund, which recognizes the importance of the CSO to Chicago and aims to preserve and support the CSO’s legacy for future generations.
The appearance of Yulianna Avdeeva is made possible by the Grainger Fund for Excellence.
Official Airline of the CSO
The Chicago Symphony Orchestra Association acknowledges support from the Illinois Arts Council.