Virginia Symphony Orchestra
Saturday, February 24, 2024
Sponsored by Ambrose Furniture and Twiddy and Company
The Virginia Symphony Orchestra is known as the region’s most celebrated musical, educational, and entrepreneurial arts organization.
The Virginia Symphony Orchestra continues to challenge expectations and push the boundaries of what an American orchestra can be. Innovation and excellence are at the heart of the VSO’s narrative. The VSO has received national attention for its unique mission serving a home area of 1.7 million across the diverse communities of southeastern Virginia. Through appearances at the Kennedy Center and Carnegie Hall and its commitment to adventurous programming, the VSO and its musicians have been highlighted in the media including The New York Times, The Washington Post, National Public Radio, and BBC Worldwide News.
Evening’s Program for Saturday, February 24 7:30pm
Eric Jacobsen, conductor
Yun Zhang, violin
Antonin Dvorák…..Slavonic Dance No. 8
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart …….Concerto No.3 in G major for Violin & Orchestra (Strassburg)
I. Allegro
II. Adagio
II. Rondo: Allegro
Yun Zhang, violin
Ludwig Van Beethoven…….Symphony No.7 in A major, op.92
IV. Allegro con brio
Traditional/Anderson
The Irish Washerwoman
The Last Rose of Summer
Duke Ellington/Gould…….Sophisticated Lady
Piotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky…….Symphony No.6 in B minor
II. Allegro con grazia
III. Allegro molto vivace