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Baltimore Symphony Orchestra

80 concerts

The Baltimore Symphony Orchestra is a leading American orchestra led by music director Marin Alsop. Recognized for acclaimed recordings and educational outreach like OrchKids, the BSO performs across Maryland, playing at Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall and The Music Center at Strathmore.

Jonathon Heyward

25 concerts

Jonathon Heyward, born in Charleston, South Carolina, is an American conductor and cellist. He serves as Music Director of the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra and the Festival Orchestra of Lincoln Center. Heyward won the 2015 International Besançon Competition for Young Conductors and is recognized for making classical music accessible, championing new works, and leading diverse orchestras.

Shostakovich

33 concerts

Dmitri Shostakovich (1906-1975), a Russian composer from St. Petersburg, is celebrated for his 15 symphonies and chamber music. His classical style features sharp contrasts, grotesque elements, and deep emotional intensity. Renowned works include Symphony No. 5 and the "Leningrad" Symphony. He navigated a complex relationship with the Soviet regime, establishing a powerful legacy as a 20th-century master.

Shostakovich 8

3 concerts

Shostakovich Symphony No. 8

Shostakovich Symphony