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SUMMARY:Masterworks VI: Violins of Hope
DESCRIPTION:Experience a moving Masterworks finale presented in partnership with Violins of Hope. Bach’s beautiful Concerto for Two Violins features QCSO violinists Emily Nash and Sabrina Tabby and members of the orchestra performing on historic violins\, symbols of resilience\, hope\, and remembrance. The concert culminates in Mahler’s gripping Sixth Symphony\, an emotional testament to humanity’s strength and ultimate triumph over adversity. \nBUY NOW \nAdditional Event Information\nView Saturday\, April 12 @ 7:30 PM Performance \nPROGRAM\nJOHANN SEBASTIAN BACH Concerto for Two Violins [17′]\nGUSTAV MAHLER Symphony No. 6 [79′] \nPRESENTED IN PARTNERSHIP WITH \n  \n\nMASTERWORKS SUPPORTED BY \n \n \nMISSION SUPPORT BY \n \nFEATURING\nMark Russell Smith\, conductor\nEmily Nash & Sabrina Tabby\, violin\nEnrich Your Experience\nINSIDE THE MUSIC\nJoin 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.\nsponsored by The Hotel Blackhawk \nCONCERT CONVERSATIONS\nOne 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.\nsponsored by Chris Connolly\, Wells Fargo Advisors \nAFTERGLOW\nMingle 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.\nhosted by The Hotel Blackhawk \nSponsored by
URL:https://qcso.org/event/masterworks-vi-violins-of-hope-2/
LOCATION:Centennial Hall\, 3703 7th Ave\, Rock Island\, IL\, 61201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Masterworks
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260411T213000
DTSTAMP:20260530T215647
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SUMMARY:Masterworks VI: Violins of Hope
DESCRIPTION:Experience a moving Masterworks finale presented in partnership with Violins of Hope. Bach’s beautiful Concerto for Two Violins features QCSO violinists Emily Nash and Sabrina Tabby and members of the orchestra performing on historic violins\, symbols of resilience\, hope\, and remembrance. The concert culminates in Mahler’s gripping Sixth Symphony\, an emotional testament to humanity’s strength and ultimate triumph over adversity. \nBUY NOW \nAdditional Event Information\nView Sunday\, April 12 @ 2:00 PM Performance \nPROGRAM\nJOHANN SEBASTIAN BACH Concerto for Two Violins [17′]\nGUSTAV MAHLER Symphony No. 6 [79′] \nPRESENTED IN PARTNERSHIP WITH \n  \n\nMASTERWORKS SUPPORTED BY \n \n \nMISSION SUPPORT BY \n \nFEATURING\nMark Russell Smith\, conductor\nEmily Nash & Sabrina Tabby\, violin\nEnrich Your Experience\nINSIDE THE MUSIC\nJoin 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.\nsponsored by The Hotel Blackhawk \nCONCERT CONVERSATIONS\nOne 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.\nsponsored by Chris Connolly\, Wells Fargo Advisors \nAFTERGLOW\nMingle 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.\nhosted by The Hotel Blackhawk \nSponsored by
URL:https://qcso.org/event/masterworks-vi-violins-of-hope/
LOCATION:Adler Theatre\, 136 E 3rd St\, Davenport\, IA\, 52801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Masterworks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260308T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260308T160000
DTSTAMP:20260530T215647
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T181551Z
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SUMMARY:Masterworks V: Beethoven Second Symphony
DESCRIPTION: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. \nBUY TICKETS \nAdditional Event Information\nView Saturday\, March 7 @ 7:30 PM Performance \nREAD THE PROGRAM NOTES | VIEW THE STUDENT PROGRAM BOOKLET\nPROGRAM\nLEONARD BERNSTEIN Three Dance Episodes from On the Town [11′]\nREBECCA BURKHARDT Ballet for Cello and Orchestra world premiere [30′]\nLUDWIG VAN BEETHOVEN Symphony No. 2 [32′] \nFEATURING\nMark Russell Smith\, conductor\nHannah Holman\, cello\nEnrich Your Experience\nINSIDE THE MUSIC\nJoin 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.\nsponsored by The Hotel Blackhawk \nCONCERT CONVERSATIONS\nOne 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.\nsponsored by Chris Connolly\, Wells Fargo Advisors \nAFTERGLOW\nMingle 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.\nhosted by The Hotel Blackhawk \nSponsored by
URL:https://qcso.org/event/masterworks-v-beethoven-second-symphony-2/
LOCATION:Centennial Hall\, 3703 7th Ave\, Rock Island\, IL\, 61201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Masterworks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260307T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260307T213000
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SUMMARY:Masterworks V: Beethoven Second Symphony
DESCRIPTION: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. \nBUY TICKETS \nAdditional Event Information\nView Sunday\, March 8 @ 2:00 PM Performance \nREAD THE PROGRAM NOTES | VIEW THE STUDENT PROGRAM BOOKLET\nPROGRAM\nLEONARD BERNSTEIN Three Dance Episodes from On the Town [11′]\nREBECCA BURKHARDT Ballet for Cello and Orchestra world premiere [30′]\nLUDWIG VAN BEETHOVEN Symphony No. 2 [32′] \nFEATURING\nMark Russell Smith\, conductor\nHannah Holman\, cello\nEnrich Your Experience\nINSIDE THE MUSIC\nJoin 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.\nsponsored by The Hotel Blackhawk \nCONCERT CONVERSATIONS\nOne 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.\nsponsored by Chris Connolly\, Wells Fargo Advisors \nAFTERGLOW\nMingle 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.\nhosted by The Hotel Blackhawk \nSponsored by
URL:https://qcso.org/event/masterworks-v-beethoven-second-symphony/
LOCATION:Adler Theatre\, 136 E 3rd St\, Davenport\, IA\, 52801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Masterworks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260208T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260208T160000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T194345Z
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SUMMARY:Masterworks IV: The Rite of Spring
DESCRIPTION:Explore vivid musical landscapes and bold orchestral color! Angel Lam’s captivating new commission\, Unearthing the Heart: The Thousand Grottoes of Dunhuang\, will make its world premiere and will feature dancers of the Nai-Ni Chen Dance Company choreographed by the world-renowned\, Zhongmei Li. This premiere is paired with Stravinsky’s electrifying Rite of Spring\, brimming with primal rhythms and daring artistry. \nBUY TICKETS \nSave 10% with a Pick-3 Masterworks Subscription! \nSUBSCRIBE TODAY \nAdditional Event Information\nREAD THE PROGRAM NOTES \nView Saturday\, February 7 @ 2:00 PM Performance \nPROGRAM\nANGEL LAM Unearthing the Heart: The Thousand Grottoes of Dunhuang World Premiere of a Toulmin Foundation Commission [30′]\nIGOR STRAVINSKY The Rite of Spring (Le Sacre du printemps) [33′] \nFEATURING\nMark Russell Smith\, conductor\nThe Nai-Ni Chen Dance Company\nZhongmei Li\, Choreographer\n  \nPRESENTED IN PARTNERSHIP WITH\n \nEnrich Your Experience\nINSIDE THE MUSIC\nJoin 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.\nsponsored by The Hotel Blackhawk \nCONCERT CONVERSATIONS\nOne 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.\nsponsored by Chris Connolly\, Wells Fargo Advisors \nAFTERGLOW\nMingle 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.\nhosted by The Hotel Blackhawk \nAngel Lam’s Unearthing the Heart: The Thousand Grottoes of Dunhuang was commissioned by the League of American Orchestras with the generous support of the Virginia B. Toulmin Foundation. \nThe choreography and dance for Angel Lam’s work is funded in part by support from The Chinese Heritage Foundation of the Minneapolis Foundation. \nSponsored by
URL:https://qcso.org/event/masterworks-iv-the-rite-of-spring-2/
LOCATION:Centennial Hall\, 3703 7th Ave\, Rock Island\, IL\, 61201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Masterworks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260207T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260207T213000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T184557Z
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SUMMARY:Masterworks IV: The Rite of Spring
DESCRIPTION:Explore vivid musical landscapes and bold orchestral color! Angel Lam’s captivating new commission\, Unearthing the Heart: The Thousand Grottoes of Dunhuang\, will make its world premiere and will feature dancers of the Nai-Ni Chen Dance Company choreographed by the world-renowned\, Zhongmei Li. This premiere is paired with Stravinsky’s electrifying Rite of Spring\, brimming with primal rhythms and daring artistry. \nBUY TICKETS \nSave 10% with a Pick-3 Masterworks Subscription! \nSUBSCRIBE TODAY \nAdditional Event Information\nREAD THE PROGRAM NOTES \nView Sunday\, February 8 @ 2:00 PM Performance \nPROGRAM\nANGEL LAM Unearthing the Heart: The Thousand Grottoes at Dunhuang World Premiere of a Toulmin Foundation Commission [30′]\nIGOR STRAVINSKY The Rite of Spring (Le Sacre du printemps) [33′] \nFEATURING\nMark Russell Smith\, conductor\nThe Nai-Ni Chen Dance Company\nZhongmei Li\, Choreographer\nPRESENTED IN PARTNERSHIP WITH\n\n \nEnrich Your Experience\nINSIDE THE MUSIC\nJoin 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.\nsponsored by The Hotel Blackhawk \nCONCERT CONVERSATIONS\nOne 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.\nsponsored by Chris Connolly\, Wells Fargo Advisors \nAFTERGLOW\nMingle 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.\nhosted by The Hotel Blackhawk \nAngel Lam’s Unearthing the Heart: The Thousand Grottoes of Dunhuang was commissioned by the League of American Orchestras with the generous support of the Virginia B. Toulmin Foundation. \nThe choreography and dance for Angel Lam’s work is funded in part by support from The Chinese Heritage Foundation of the Minneapolis Foundation. \nSponsored by
URL:https://qcso.org/event/masterworks-iv-the-rite-of-spring/
LOCATION:Adler Theatre\, 136 E 3rd St\, Davenport\, IA\, 52801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Masterworks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251207T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251207T160000
DTSTAMP:20260530T215647
CREATED:20250406T000053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T183246Z
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SUMMARY:Masterworks III: Schumann Piano Concerto
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE NOTE: The Sunday Performance is at the Bartlett Performing Arts Center at Moline High School. \nDelight in an experience rich with elegance and virtuosic beauty! Bach’s graceful Third Orchestral Suite\, Schumann’s heartfelt Piano Concerto featuring world-renowned pianist Yefim Bronfman\, and Mozart’s joyful and exuberant “Jupiter” Symphony combine for a timeless and radiant musical experience full of warmth and connection. \nBUY TICKETS \nSave 10% with a Pick-3 Masterworks Subscription! \nSUBSCRIBE TODAY \nAdditional Event Information\nView Sunday\, December 6 @ 7:30 PM Performance \nPROGRAM\nJOHANN SEBASTIAN BACH Orchestral Suite No. 3 [20′]\nROBERT SCHUMANN Piano Concerto [31′]\nWOLFGANG AMADEUS MOZART Symphony No. 41\, “Jupiter” [31′] \nFEATURING\nMark Russell Smith\, conductor\nYefim Bronfman\, piano\nEnrich Your Experience\nINSIDE THE MUSIC\nJoin 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.\nsponsored by The Hotel Blackhawk \nCONCERT CONVERSATIONS\nOne 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.\nsponsored by Chris Connolly\, Wells Fargo Advisors \nAFTERGLOW\nMingle 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.\nhosted by The Hotel Blackhawk \nSponsored by
URL:https://qcso.org/event/masterworks-iii-schumann-piano-concerto-2/
LOCATION:Bartlett Performing Arts Center\, 3600 Avenue of the Cities\, Moline\, IL\, 61265\, United States
CATEGORIES:Masterworks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251206T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251206T213000
DTSTAMP:20260530T215647
CREATED:20250406T000026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T183213Z
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SUMMARY:Masterworks III: Schumann Piano Concerto
DESCRIPTION:Delight in an experience rich with elegance and virtuosic beauty! Bach’s graceful Third Orchestral Suite\, Schumann’s heartfelt Piano Concerto featuring world-renowned pianist Yefim Bronfman\, and Mozart’s joyful and exuberant “Jupiter” Symphony combine for a timeless and radiant musical experience full of warmth and connection. \nBUY TICKETS \nSave 10% with a Pick-3 Masterworks Subscription! \nSUBSCRIBE TODAY \nAdditional Event Information\nView Sunday\, December 7 @ 2:00 PM Performance \nPROGRAM\nJOHANN SEBASTIAN BACH Orchestral Suite No. 3 [20′]\nROBERT SCHUMANN Piano Concerto [31′]\nWOLFGANG AMADEUS MOZART Symphony No. 41\, “Jupiter” [31′] \nFEATURING\nMark Russell Smith\, conductor\nYefim Bronfman\, piano\nEnrich Your Experience\nINSIDE THE MUSIC\nJoin 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.\nsponsored by The Hotel Blackhawk \nCONCERT CONVERSATIONS\nOne 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.\nsponsored by Chris Connolly\, Wells Fargo Advisors \nAFTERGLOW\nMingle 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.\nhosted by The Hotel Blackhawk \nSponsored by
URL:https://qcso.org/event/masterworks-iii-schumann-piano-concerto/
LOCATION:Adler Theatre\, 136 E 3rd St\, Davenport\, IA\, 52801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Masterworks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251109T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251109T140000
DTSTAMP:20260530T215647
CREATED:20250406T000034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T182936Z
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SUMMARY:Masterworks II: Diaspora
DESCRIPTION:Immerse yourself in vivid storytelling and orchestral brilliance! Strauss’s dramatic Don Juan pulses with energy\, Billy Childs’ saxophone concerto Diaspora explores powerful jazz-inspired narratives\, and Ravel’s Daphnis et Chloé\, Suite No. 2 dazzles with captivating rhythms and lush\, colorful harmonies. \nBUY TICKETS \nSave 10% with a Pick-3Masterworks Subscription!  \nSUBSCRIBE TODAY \nAdditional Event Information\nView Saturday\, November 8 @ 7:30 PM Performance \nView the Program Booklet | Read the Program Notes | Read the Student Program Booklet \nPROGRAM\nRICHARD STRAUSS Don Juan\, Op. 20 [17′]\nBILLY CHILDS Diaspora\, a concerto for saxophone and orchestra (QC Premiere) [29′]\nMAURICE RAVEL Daphnis et Chloé\, Suite No. 2 [18′] \nFEATURING\nMark Russell Smith\, conductor\nSteven Banks\, saxophone\nEnrich Your Experience\nINSIDE THE MUSIC\nJoin 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.\nsponsored by The Hotel Blackhawk \nCONCERT CONVERSATIONS\nOne 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.\nsponsored by Chris Connolly\, Wells Fargo Advisors \nAFTERGLOW\nMingle 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.\nhosted by The Hotel Blackhawk \nSponsored by
URL:https://qcso.org/event/masterworks-ii-diaspora-2/
LOCATION:Centennial Hall\, 3703 7th Ave\, Rock Island\, IL\, 61201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Masterworks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251108T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251108T213000
DTSTAMP:20260530T215647
CREATED:20250406T000035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251104T191059Z
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SUMMARY:Masterworks II: Diaspora
DESCRIPTION:Immerse yourself in vivid storytelling and orchestral brilliance! Strauss’s dramatic Don Juan pulses with energy\, Billy Childs’ saxophone concerto Diaspora explores powerful jazz-inspired narratives\, and Ravel’s Daphnis et Chloé\, Suite No. 2 dazzles with captivating rhythms and lush\, colorful harmonies. \nBUY TICKETS \nSave 10% with a Pick-3 Masterworks Subscription!  \nSUBSCRIBE TODAY \nAdditional Event Information\nView Sunday\, November 9 @ 2:00 PM Performance \nView the Program Booklet | Read the Program Notes | Read the Student Program Booklet \nPROGRAM\nRICHARD STRAUSS Don Juan\, Op. 20 [17′]\nBILLY CHILDS Diaspora\, a concerto for saxophone and orchestra (QC Premiere) [29′]\nMAURICE RAVEL Daphnis et Chloé\, Suite No. 2 [18′] \nFEATURING\nMark Russell Smith\, conductor\nSteven Banks\, saxophone\nEnrich Your Experience\nINSIDE THE MUSIC\nJoin 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.\nsponsored by The Hotel Blackhawk \nCONCERT CONVERSATIONS\nOne 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.\nsponsored by Chris Connolly\, Wells Fargo Advisors \nAFTERGLOW\nMingle 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.\nhosted by The Hotel Blackhawk \nSponsored by
URL:https://qcso.org/event/masterworks-ii-diaspora/
LOCATION:Adler Theatre\, 136 E 3rd St\, Davenport\, IA\, 52801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Masterworks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251005T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251005T170000
DTSTAMP:20260530T215647
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SUMMARY:Masterworks I: Grieg Piano Concerto
DESCRIPTION: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. \nBUY TICKETS \nSave 10-25% with a Pick-3 or Full Masterworks Subscription!  \nSUBSCRIBE TODAY \nAdditional Event Information\nView Saturday\, October 4 @ 7:30 PM Performance \nPROGRAM\nView the Program Booklet | Read the Program Notes | Read the Student Program Booklet \nPYOTR ILYICH TCHAIKOVSKY Polonaise from Eugene Onegin [4′]\nEDVARD GRIEG Piano Concerto [30′]\nJOHANNES BRAHMS Symphony No. 2 [43′] \nFEATURING\nMark Russell Smith\, conductor\nWei Luo\, piano\nEnrich Your Experience\nINSIDE THE MUSIC\nJoin 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.\nsponsored by The Hotel Blackhawk \nCONCERT CONVERSATIONS\nOne 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.\nsponsored by Chris Connolly\, Wells Fargo Advisors \nAFTERGLOW\nMingle 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.\nhosted by The Hotel Blackhawk \nSponsored by
URL:https://qcso.org/event/masterworks-i-grieg-piano-concerto-2/
LOCATION:Centennial Hall\, 3703 7th Ave\, Rock Island\, IL\, 61201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Masterworks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251004T193000
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SUMMARY:Masterworks I: Grieg Piano Concerto
DESCRIPTION: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. \nBUY TICKETS \nSave 10-25% with a Pick-3 or Full Masterworks Subscription!\n \nSUBSCRIBE TODAY \nAdditional Event Information\nView Sunday\, October 5 @ 2:00 PM Performance \nPROGRAM\nView the Program Booklet | Read the Program Notes | Read the Student Program Booklet \nPYOTR ILYICH TCHAIKOVSKY Polonaise from Eugene Onegin [4′]\nEDVARD GRIEG Piano Concerto [30′]\nJOHANNES BRAHMS Symphony No. 2 [43′] \nFEATURING\nMark Russell Smith\, conductor\nWei Luo\, piano\nEnrich Your Experience\nINSIDE THE MUSIC\nJoin 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.\nsponsored by The Hotel Blackhawk \nCONCERT CONVERSATIONS\nOne 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.\nsponsored by Chris Connolly\, Wells Fargo Advisors \nAFTERGLOW\nMingle 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.\nhosted by The Hotel Blackhawk \nSponsored by
URL:https://qcso.org/event/masterworks-i-grieg-piano-concerto/
LOCATION:Adler Theatre\, 136 E 3rd St\, Davenport\, IA\, 52801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Masterworks
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