Søndergård, Mozart and Stravinsky
Fri Feb 28 — Sat Mar 1, 2025
Orchestra Hall
Igor Stravinsky was hesitant to compose a violin concerto, but once he got on board he didn’t hold back. Experience two sides of this multifaceted composer with his virtuosic concerto and his Bach-inspired Dumbarton Oaks. Plus, a Mozart symphony that asks the orchestra to play the last movement “as fast as possible.”
A Few Things to Know
- Stravinsky’s Dumbarton Oaks was composed on commission from U.S. diplomat Robert Bliss and his wife Mildred in celebration of their 30th anniversary. The music draws inspiration from the Blisses’ stunning Washington D.C. estate and its many gardens. Today Dumbarton Oaks is a Harvard University research institute, library and expansive outdoor space.
- Violinist Isabelle Faust first picked up a violin at the age of 5 and grew up playing in a string quartet with her family members. When preparing a piece of music, her research process goes far beyond the notes on the page; she always tries to get closer to the source by researching historical documents, drafts of the score, and letters and journals from composers.
- When the University of Oxford awarded Haydn with an honorary doctorate degree, it also presented several concerts of his music in celebration of the occasion. Although his 92nd Symphony was written a few years earlier, it was received by the university as a capstone to Haydn’s career, and thus earned its nickname, the Oxford Symphony.
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Program
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STRAVINSKY
Concerto for Chamber Orchestra, Dumbarton Oaks
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MOZART
Symphony No. 35, Haffner
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STRAVINSKY
Violin Concerto
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HAYDN
Symphony No. 92, Oxford
Artists
Minnesota Orchestra
Thomas Søndergård
conductor
Isabelle Faust
violin
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 intentionally build concert programs to feature more works by composers of color, exploring music both contemporary and historic. In September 2024, Danish conductor Thomas Søndergård begins his second season as music director.
Danish conductor Thomas Søndergård, who in September 2024 began his second season as music director of the Minnesota Orchestra, is a highly regarded conductor in both the orchestral and opera spheres. He has earned a reputation for incisive interpretations of works by composers from his native Denmark, a great versatility in a broad range of standard and modern repertoire, and a collaborative approach with the musicians he leads. His 2024-25 season in Minnesota began with two weeks of season opening concerts featuring Yunchan Lim and Leila Josefowicz. Other season highlights include performances of Mozart’s Requiem and Puccini’s Turandot, a January festival of music from Nordic countries and the return of the Minnesota Orchestra Composer Institute.
Isabelle Faust captivates her audience through her insightful and faithful interpretations, based on a thorough knowledge of the historical context of the works as well as her attention to current scholarship, allowing her to bring illumination and passion to her performances in repertoire by a wide range of composers.
Plan your visit
- Pre-concert activities
- Valet Parking
- Pre-order Beverages
- Directions & Parking
- Helpful Tips
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- For 7pm concerts: 5:30-6pm
- For 8pm concerts: 6:30-7pm
- For 11am concerts: 9:30-10am
- For 2pm concerts: 12:30-1pm
Know Before You Go
An engaging performance awaits, and the fun doesn’t stop there. Make this visit your own with food and activity options. Browse these helpful tips, and when your concert date arrives, all you have to do is sit back and enjoy.
Directions & Parking
All the information you need to know for getting to and from Orchestra Hall. Parking is just steps away from Orchestra Hall in the city-owned and skyway-connected 11th and Marquette Ramp.
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Accessibility Services
- Armless & Bariatric Chairs
- Assistive Listening Devices
- Large-Print Programs
- Noise-Cancelling Headphones
- Service Animals
- Wheelchair & Accessible Seating
Additional services are available upon request.
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