Classical Series Concert with Alisa Weilerstein and Kansas City Symphony

Sep 15, 2024 at 2:00 PM · Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts, Kansas City, MO Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts, Kansas City, MO

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Alisa Weilerstein

3 concerts

Cellist Alisa Weilerstein, born in Rochester, NY, plays with top orchestras globally and excels in contemporary music, winning a MacArthur Fellowship. She's collaborated with her family in the Weilerstein Trio and recorded with Decca and PentaTone, known for works with composers like Golijov and Auerbach. Notable for tackling challenging pieces, such as Carter's Cello Concerto, and engaging with traditional and modern repertoires.

Kansas City Symphony

18 concerts

The Kansas City Symphony, founded in the 1980s, performs classical concerts and collaborates with opera and ballet. Under Michael Stern, they've released acclaimed audiophile albums, earning Grammy nods. They’re known for innovative tech uses and perform at the Kauffman Center.