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Kansas City Symphony

47 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.

James Ehnes

4 concerts

Canadian violinist James Ehnes is renowned for his virtuosity and lyricism. He’s won 2 Grammys, 11 Junos, and the 2017 Royal Philharmonic Society Award.

Emanuel Ax

11 concerts

Born in Lvov, Poland, Emanuel Ax is a celebrated pianist known for his classical repertoire and collaborations with Yo-Yo Ma. He won the Arthur Rubinstein Competition in 1974 and the Avery Fisher Prize in 1979. Ax's recordings have earned him multiple Grammy Awards, and he frequently performs with renowned orchestras and at prestigious festivals like Ravinia and Tanglewood. He has recorded for the Sony Classical label and teaches at Juilliard.

Beethoven

43 concerts

Ludwig van Beethoven, a German composer and pianist from Bonn, bridged the Classical and Romantic eras with his innovative, emotionally intense music. Renowned for works like the "Moonlight Sonata," Fifth Symphony, and Ninth Symphony, he revolutionized instrumental music, elevating it to high art. He continued composing despite profound deafness.

Minnesota Orchestra

26 concerts

The Minnesota Orchestra, founded in 1903 as the Minneapolis Symphony Orchestra, is acclaimed for its classical performances, Grammy Award, and global tours. Now led by Music Director Thomas Søndergård, they host about 175 concerts yearly, including special events with Sarah Hicks and Jon Kimura Parker.