Celebrate rhythm, energy, and innovation with Bernstein’s vibrant dances from On the Town, the world premiere of Rebecca Burkhardt’s captivating Ballet for Cello and Orchestra featuring principal cellist Hannah Holman, and Beethoven’s spirited and uplifting Second Symphony.

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View Sunday, March 8 @ 2:00 PM Performance

PROGRAM

LEONARD BERNSTEIN Three Dance Episodes from On the Town [11′]
REBECCA BURKHARDT Ballet for Cello and Orchestra world premiere [30′]
LUDWIG VAN BEETHOVEN Symphony No. 2 [32′]

FEATURING
Mark Russell Smith, conductor
Hannah Holman, cello

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