Søndergård, Josefowicz and Ravel
Donor Appreciation WeekThu Sep 26 — Sat Sep 28, 2024
Orchestra Hall
Experience evocative and vivid writing from two masters of orchestration, where the lines between old and new are blurred. Maurice Ravel borrows from Franz Schubert and Thomas Adès turns to Johann Strauss, Jr., both in Viennese waltz style. Our soloist is Leila Josefowicz, who approaches new music with a sense of daring that is contagious.
A Few Things to Know
- Plan your visit to Orchestra Hall
- These concerts are dedicated to our generous donors as we celebrate Donor Appreciation Week. Not a donor? You can still attend, but we encourage you to make a gift and support the music you love!
Program
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RAVEL
Valse nobles et sentimentales*
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ADÈS
The Exterminating Angel Symphony
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ADÈS
Violin Concerto, Concentric Paths
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RAVEL
Une barque sur l’océan and Alborada del gracioso, from Miroirs*
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*Performed during the Minnesota Orchestra's 1974–75 inaugural season at Orchestra Hall.
Artists
The Grammy Award-winning Minnesota Orchestra, now in its second century, ranks among America’s top symphonic ensembles, with a distinguished history of acclaimed performances in its home state and around the world; award-winning recordings, broadcasts and educational engagement programs; and a commitment to intentionally build concert programs to feature more works by composers of color, exploring music both contemporary and historic. This past fall, Danish conductor Thomas Søndergård began his tenure as music director.
Danish conductor Thomas Søndergård, who in fall 2023 began his tenure as music director of the Minnesota Orchestra, is a highly regarded conductor in both the orchestral and opera spheres. He has earned a reputation for incisive interpretations of works by composers from his native Denmark, a great versatility in a broad range of standard and modern repertoire, and a collaborative approach with the musicians he leads. His inaugural season began in September 2023 with two weeks of historic concerts highlighted by Richard Strauss’ Alpine Symphony and, with the Minnesota Chorale, Ravel’s complete ballet score Daphnis and Chloe. Another season highlight will come in June 2024, as he conducts season finale concerts of music by LGBTQ+ composers.
Leila Josefowicz’s passionate advocacy of contemporary music for the violin is reflected in her diverse programs and enthusiasm for performing new works. A favorite of living composers, Josefowicz has premiered many concertos, including those by Colin Matthews, Luca Francesconi, John Adams and Esa-Pekka Salonen, all written specially for her.
Plan your visit
- Pre-concert activities
- Valet Parking
- Pre-order Beverages
- Directions & Parking
- Helpful Tips
Know Before You Go
An engaging performance awaits, and the fun doesn’t stop there. Make this visit your own with food and activity options. Browse these helpful tips, and when your concert date arrives, all you have to do is sit back and enjoy.
Directions & Parking
All the information you need to know for getting to and from Orchestra Hall. Parking is just steps away from Orchestra Hall in the city-owned and skyway-connected 11th and Marquette Ramp.
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Accessibility Services
- Armless & Bariatric Chairs
- Assistive Listening Devices
- Large-Print Programs
- Noise-Cancelling Headphones
- Service Animals
- Wheelchair & Accessible Seating
Additional services are available upon request.
Sponsored by
The 2024-2025 Classical Season is presented by Ameriprise Financial.