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Oregon Symphony with Tchaikovsky, Jun Markl, and more

May 20, 2023 at 7:30 PM  ·  Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall, Portland, OR Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall, Portland, OR

Oregon Symphony
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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.
The Grammy-nominated Oregon Symphony, established in 1896, is the oldest orchestra on the West Coast. Renowned for its adventurous programming, it blends classical music with diverse genres like jazz, indie, and hip hop. The Symphony is celebrated for innovative community engagement and collaborations with artists such as The Decemberists, esperanza spalding, and Rick Ross. It is recognized as an Oregon 'History Maker'.
Jun Märkl is a German conductor widely recognized for his refined interpretations of core Germanic repertoire and French Impressionist music. Born in Munich to a musical family, he has held numerous prestigious positions worldwide and serves as the Music Director of the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra and the National Symphony Orchestra of Taiwan, as well as the Chief Conductor of the Residentie Orchestra of The Hague.
Indie supergroup Swan Lake, formed in 2005 by members of Destroyer, New Pornographers, and Wolf Parade, released albums like "Beast Moans" & "Enemy Mine." Known for their collaborative style & robust ties in the indie scene.
Born in Leeuwarden, Dutch violinist Simone Lamsma, a Mozart–Shostakovich soloist; RAM award winner/ARAM, Naxos & Challenge Classics recordings, top orchestras.

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