Michael Tilson Thomas Conducts Strauss With the San Francisco Symphony
Davies Symphony Hall (201 Van Ness San Francisco, CA 94102)
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Conductor David Robertson, of the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra and BBC Symphony Orchestra leads the San Francisco Symphony in a program of great contrasts. The evening begins with a bang, as Rossini's Overture to L'Italiana in Algeri starts things off. This widely recorded and performed piece opens slowly, leading up to a joyous burst of music. Chopin's Piano Concerto No. 2 follows, showing off the bold and colorful style of the composer's youthful pieces. Dvořák's Symphony No. 7 closes out the evening. This complex piece combines intense calm and peacefulness with moments of intense turmoil and is one of the works that best embodies the spirit of its composer. Learn More
Goldstar Member Tips
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OscarOmega on Where to Eat
Lots of good places near by to eat well.
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FEL on Where to Eat
Slightly expensive, but beverages, salads and sandwiches are available in the concert hall.
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FEL on What to Wear
Wear whatever you think appropriate and you'll be comfortable.
13 Goldstar Member Reviews
mitch_sweets
We were 1st row & enjoyed the show immensely! The talented orchestra were having so much fun playing the pieces, it was amazing to share in their art.Written on Mar 29 2011
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Peter Herb
The 50-minute performance of Richard Strauss's Ein Heldenleben ranged from the glorious violin solo of Alexander Barantschik to the 19 horns of the expanded orchestra. MTT is genius for paring this piece with Schubert's Incidental Music for Rosamunde to take advantage of all the horns. I am not a fan of sopranos, but, to be fair, I must point out that Elza van den Heever recived a standing ovation and two curtain calls from many for her interpretation of Four Last Songs, also from Richard Strauss. Altogether, a most satisfying evening and much more than I had expected. It was my first experience with Schubert or Strauss.Written on Nov 18 2010
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I've never been a fan of R. Strauss but found the performance surprisingly entertaining. Michael Tilson Thomas is a wonderfully engaging conductor and the orchestra was excellent (love the percussionists!). Soprano Elza van den Heever's singing was a treat, the Schubert "appetizer" from Rosamunde was terrific, the seats were fabulous and, most importantly, we didn't fall asleep!Written on Dec 01 2010
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More Information About Michael Tilson Thomas Conducts Strauss With the San Francisco Symphony
Quotes & Highlights
- “Whoever loves voices, will love Elza van den Heever.” —Frankfurter Rundschau (German daily newspaper)
- See and hear Elza van den Heever on YouTube.
Description
Acclaimed for her captivating performances filled with "technical assurance and emotional conviction," South African soprano Elza van den Heever is fast becoming one of the most sought-after sopranos of her generation.
Artists:
Michael Tilson Thomas, conductor
Elza van den Heever, soprano
San Francisco Symphony
Program:
Schubert, Music from Rosamunde
Strauss, Four Last Songs
Strauss, Ein Heldenleben
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About the Ticket Supplier: San Francisco Symphony
The San Francisco Symphony and Michael Tilson Thomas present more than 220 concerts each year from September through July in a variety of genres, with SFS musicians performing classical concerts, holiday favorites, summer pops events, free outdoor concerts, special series for families and children, plus presentations of visiting guest artists and orchestras from around the globe. The San Francisco Symphony also takes its unique style to audiences world-wide, touring nationally and internationally every year. The SFS is currently recording all the Mahler symphonies on its own media label and has recently launched Keeping Score, a national, multi-year, multi-media project bringing classical music to millions of Americans via TV, radio, the Internet and more.