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Jacksonville Symphony with Barber, Tchaikovsky, and more

Dec 2, 2023 at 7:30 PM  ·  Jacksonville Center for the Performing Arts - Terry Theater, Jacksonville, FL Jacksonville Center for the Performing Arts - Terry Theater, Jacksonville, FL

Jacksonville Symphony
Dec 2
Jacksonville Symphony
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A leading American orchestra and one of Florida's longest-standing cultural institutions, founded in 1949 and resident at Jacoby Symphony Hall in Jacksonville, Florida.
Samuel Barber (1910-1981) was a celebrated American classical composer, renowned for his lyrical and romantic style. His enduring works, including the iconic "Adagio for Strings," Violin Concerto, and opera "Vanessa," are frequently performed globally. A two-time Pulitzer Prize winner, Barber's compositions remain a cherished part of the classical music canon, cementing his legacy as a 20th-century master.
Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, a Russian Romantic composer from Votkinsk, is celebrated for his emotional intensity and melodic beauty. He masterfully blended Russian folk influences with Western traditions. His iconic works include the ballets Swan Lake, The Nutcracker, and The Sleeping Beauty, alongside the 1812 Overture and Piano Concerto No. 1. His compositions remain beloved globally.
An acclaimed Grammy-nominated classical pianist from South Korea who rose to international prominence after winning the silver medal at the 2005 Van Cliburn International Piano Competition as its youngest contestant.

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