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Overview
May 3, 2025
The Elmhurst Symphony Orchestra will cap off its 2024/2025 season with an exciting performance! This not-to-be-missed concert, conducted by Music Director Stephen Alltop, will feature a diverse program of vibrant, dynamic works that highlight a blend of American, African American, and Russian influences.
The evening will begin with a Pre-Concert Talk at 5:45 PM to offer insight into the music and enhance the concert experience for attendees.
Program Highlights:
George Gershwin – An American in Paris: Gershwin’s iconic musical depiction of Paris in the roaring 1920s, complete with honking taxis and jazz-inspired melodies.
Coleridge-Taylor Perkinson – Sinfonietta for Strings (II and III): A powerful and captivating work by the influential African American composer.
George Gershwin – I Got Rhythm Variations: Featuring Sylvia Wang on piano, this dazzling piece will showcase Gershwin’s signature fusion of jazz and classical music.
Modest Mussorgsky (orch. Ravel) – Pictures at an Exhibition: A spectacular orchestral arrangement by Maurice Ravel of Mussorgsky’s beloved suite, bringing the evening to a brilliant close.
Who’s Performing:
Elmhurst Symphony Orchestra
Stephen Alltop, Music Director and Conductor
Sylvia Wang, Piano
What’s Interesting:
Gershwin’s An American in Paris will open the concert with a lively tribute to the city of Paris in the jazz age, offering an exciting fusion of symphonic and jazz elements. The performance also highlights the works of African American composer Coleridge-Taylor Perkinson, adding depth and diversity to the program. Sylvia Wang will enchant the audience with Gershwin’s I Got Rhythm Variations, showcasing her incredible talent on the piano. The evening will conclude with a masterful performance of Mussorgsky’s Pictures at an Exhibition, orchestrated by Maurice Ravel, bringing the season to a bold and vibrant finale.
Ticket Information:
For tickets, first-time visitor guides, FAQs, and further concert details, please visit www.ElmhurstSymphony.org or call the Elmhurst Symphony office at 630-941-0202, M-F 10 AM-3 PM. -
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