Music

11.3 - 8 PM
11.4 - 2 PM
11.5 - 8 PM

The Philadelphia Orchestra
Yannick Nézet-Séguin, Conductor
Dorothea Röschmann, Soprano
Matthias Goerne, Baritone
The Westminster Symphonic Choir (Joe Miller, Director)
Mozart - Symphony No. 40
Brahms - A German Requiem

Brahms called this his "Human Requiem." He affirms a universal message of hope with some of his most glorious music as Yannick continues his exploration of the great requiems.

Join members of the Orchestra and special guest artists in the intimate setting of Perelman Theater, where the virtuosity of each musician shines. Through a wide range of ensembles and musical styles, encounter the Orchestra’s musicians as individuals, with their unique talents and musical personalities.

The Philadelphia Orchestra
Charles Dutoit, Conductor
Gautier Capuçon, Cello

Strauss - Suite from Le Bourgeois Gentilhomme
Schumann - Cello Concerto
Elgar - "Enigma" Variations

Exactly what is Elgar's "enigma?" We may never know. But we can still enjoy these 14 charming variations on a theme that Elgar composed "to my friends pictured within." And Gautier Capuçon makes his Philadelphia Orchestra subscription debut with Schumann's noble Cello Concerto.

The Philadelphia Orchestra
Charles Dutoit, Conductor
Gautier Capuçon, Cello

Strauss - Suite from Le Bourgeois Gentilhomme
Schumann - Cello Concerto
Elgar - "Enigma" Variations

Exactly what is Elgar's "enigma?" We may never know. But we can still enjoy these 14 charming variations on a theme that Elgar composed "to my friends pictured within." And Gautier Capuçon makes his Philadelphia Orchestra subscription debut with Schumann's noble Cello Concerto.

The Philadelphia Orchestra
Charles Dutoit, Conductor
Gerard McBurney, Host

Elgar - "Enigma" Variations

The Philadelphia Orchestra
Cristian Macelaru - Conductor

Philadelphia Orchestra musicians perform your favorite spooktacular classics, including Wagner's "The Ride of the Valkyries" and Grieg's "In the Hall of the Mountain King." Haunting harmonies and mysterious melodies turn Verizon Hall into a chilling chamber of Halloween fright and delight. The Orchestra will be in their best costumes, so dress your family in theirs, too! Experience the excitement and enchantment of classical music at its ghoulish best.