Our 111th season opens with vibrant energy and Romantic beauty! Tchaikovsky’s spirited Polonaise from Eugene Onegin, Grieg’s passionate Piano Concerto welcoming back acclaimed pianist Wei Luo, and Brahms’ luminous Second Symphony unite in a joyful celebration filled with warmth, beauty, and musical adventure.

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View Saturday, October 4 @ 7:30 PM Performance

PROGRAM

PYOTR ILYICH TCHAIKOVSKY Polonaise from Eugene Onegin [4′]
EDVARD GRIEG Piano Concerto [30′]
JOHANNES BRAHMS Symphony No. 2 [43′]

FEATURING
Mark Russell Smith, conductor
Wei Luo, piano

Enrich Your Experience

INSIDE THE MUSIC
Join QCSO Music Director Mark Russell Smith in an exploration of the Masterworks programs on the Thursday evening preceding each Masterworks Concert. Free admission. Cash bar available. Doors open at 5:00 pm and the program starts approx 20 minutes later.
sponsored by The Hotel Blackhawk

CONCERT CONVERSATIONS
One hour prior to each Masterworks performance, concert-goers are invited to attend informational pre-concert conversations to hear about the works on the program. A video is also available on all QCSO social media platforms.
sponsored by Chris Connolly, Wells Fargo Advisors

AFTERGLOW
Mingle with Maestro Mark Russell Smith, guest artists, and members of the QCSO in the lobby of the Hotel Blackhawk immediately following the Saturday Masterworks Performances. Free admission. Cash bar available.
hosted by The Hotel Blackhawk