Ravinia Pavilion (Highland Park, IL)
Renowned conductor Leonard Slatkin leads the Chicago Symphony Orchestra in a program of works by Rachmaninoff. The evening's music includes the dazzling Third Piano Concerto (with pianist Denis Matsuev), plus the Symphonic Dances, and Vocalise in E minor.
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What an amazing night! I loved every moment. I'd recommend taking the metra to avoid all the hastle. Just get off at the Ravinia Park stop right in front of the concert.
Excellent direction & fabulous pianist....one disappointment, they did not play Rachmaninoff's 2nd concerto, they played the third...but, still excellent.
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Leonard Slatkin conducts the Chicago Symphony Orchestra with pianist Denis Matsuev in Rachmaninoff’s 3rd Piano Concerto. Slatkin’s international status and work with nearly every major international orchestra has produced over 100 recordings and earning him several Grammy Awards. In addition, vocalise in E minor and symphonic dances will highlight this summer’s performance. The fast paced 3rd Piano Concerto is sure to wow audiences.
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