Brahms Symphony No. 4
Thu Apr 23 — Fri Apr 24, 2026
Orchestra Hall
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You know when you’re asked to do something and your gut reaction is, “Absolutely not!” and then you can’t get the idea out of your head? That’s exactly what happened to 80-year-old Richard Strauss when a young American oboist suggested he write a concerto. Thank goodness he gave it more thought.
Program
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ADOLPHE
Underneath the Sheen
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R. STRAUSS
Oboe Concerto
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BRAHMS
Symphony No. 4
Artists
Minnesota Orchestra
Kristiina Poska
conductor
Nathan Hughes
oboe
The Grammy Award-winning Minnesota Orchestra, now in its second century, ranks among America’s top symphonic ensembles, with a distinguished history of acclaimed performances in its home state and around the world; award-winning recordings, broadcasts and educational engagement programs; and a commitment to commissioning and performing the music of our time. In September 2025, Danish conductor Thomas Søndergård began his third season as music director.
The award-winning conductor Kristiina Poska is in high demand on the international music scene. She has held the post of chief conductor of the Flanders Symphony Orchestra since 2019-20 season and principal guest conductor of the Latvian National Symphony Orchestra since 2021-22.
Nathan Hughes is the new principal oboe of the Minnesota Orchestra and a member of the faculty at the Juilliard School. He is a native of St. Paul, Minnesota, and previously served as principal oboe of the Metropolitan Opera as well as the Seattle Symphony and has recorded, toured, and made guest appearances as principal oboe with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, Los Angeles Philharmonic, New York Philharmonic, Philadelphia Orchestra and San Francisco Symphony.
Plan your visit
- Running Time
- ~2 hours, including intermission
- Doors Open
- 1 hour, 30 mins prior to performance
Sponsored by
Kristiina Poska’s appearance in these concerts is supported by Dr. Jennine Speier and her late husband John, dedicated advocates for advancing the work of women conductors.
The 2025-2026 Classical Season is presented by Ameriprise Financial.
