Tchaikovsky and Knoxville Symphony Orchestra

Oct 17, 2024 at 7:30 PM · Tennessee Theatre, Knoxville, TN Tennessee Theatre, Knoxville, TN

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Tchaikovsky

82 concerts

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.

Knoxville Symphony Orchestra

23 concerts

Founded in 1935, the Knoxville Symphony Orchestra is the oldest continually performing symphony orchestra in the Southeast, reaching over 200,000 people annually. Founded and first conducted by Bertha Walburn Clark, it serves East Tennessee with performances and education programs.