Mozart with Philadelphia Orchestra, Gil Shaham, and more

Jan 7, 2024 at 2:00 PM · Kimmel Center - Marian Anderson Hall, Philadelphia, PA Kimmel Center - Marian Anderson Hall, Philadelphia, PA

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Philadelphia Orchestra

84 concerts

The Philadelphia Orchestra is a renowned classical ensemble based in Philadelphia, performing year-round from Verizon Hall to community venues. Its eighth music director is Yannick Nézet-Séguin, following leaders including Leopold Stokowski and Eugene Ormandy.

Mozart

84 concerts

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756-1791), born in Salzburg, Austria, was a classical child prodigy. He composed over 600 masterpieces across genres like opera, symphony, and chamber music. Known for his elegant, balanced style, his famous works include "The Marriage of Figaro," "Don Giovanni," "The Magic Flute," and Symphony No. 40. He is considered one of Western music's greatest composers.

Gil Shaham

18 concerts

Champaign-Urbana, Illinois-born violinist Gil Shaham moved to Israel as a child and debuted with the Israel Philharmonic in 1981. A Deutsche Grammophon artist and founder of Canary Classics (2004), he won a Grammy with André Previn and earned the Avery Fisher Prize (2008).