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Chicago Symphony Orchestra
Shani, Shostakovich & Brahms
Dec 19-21, 2024
Overview
Brimming with wry wit and affectionate warmth, Shostakovich’s Second Piano Concerto was a gift for his teenage son. Here, it’s a showcase for the brilliant Lahav Shani, who conducts from the keyboard. Beethoven’s powerful Egmont Overture captures the brave struggle for freedom and justice, while Brahms’ stormy and heroic First Symphony is the culmination of years of labor by the composer.
Program
Beethoven
Overture to Egmont
Shostakovich
Piano Concerto No. 2
Brahms
Symphony No. 1
Brahms
6 Piano Pieces, Op. 118: No. 2 Intermezzo in A Major [Dec. 21 Encore]
Lahav Shani piano
Performers
Extras
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Preconcert Dining
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Preconcert Conversation
Explore the music in a free preconcert conversation featuring Max Raimi in Orchestra Hall 75 minutes before the performance. The talk will last approximately 30 minutes. No additional tickets are needed.
Sponsors & Partners
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The Chicago Symphony Orchestra Association acknowledges support from the Illinois Arts Council.
These concerts are generously sponsored by Ling Z. and Michael C. Markovitz
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