Brahms X Radiohead
with the Minnesota OrchestraFri Mar 21, 2025
Orchestra Hall
What could Johannes Brahms’ First Symphony and Radiohead’s groundbreaking 1997 album, OK Computer, have in common? More than you might think. Composer Steve Hackman’s genre-bending fusion, composed for full orchestra and three solo vocalists, offers a reimagined experience of each work through the lens of the other.
A Few Things to Know
- Radiohead's Third: OK Computer, released in 1997, marked Radiohead's third studio record and its introspective and eclectic nature indicated the English band was charting a new sonic course.
- The blueprint for the finale of Brahms' First Symphony was jotted down on a card he sent to close friend Clara Schumann. It wasn't until 1876 (8 years later) that the symphony was finished and received its premiere.
- Brahms x Radiohead is an entry into SYMPHONYFUSE, a series of orchestral fusion shows composer Steve Hackman has arranged and composed. Other entries include Resurrection Mixtape (Mahler X Notorious BIG X Tupac Shakur) and recently premiered Beethoven X Beyoncé.
- Plan your visit to Orchestra Hall
Artists
Minnesota Orchestra
Steve Hackman
conductor and creator
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 began his second season as music director.
Plan your visit
- Pre-concert activities
- Valet Parking
- Pre-order Beverages
- Directions & Parking
- Helpful Tips
Signing with Conductor Steve Hackman
When: Fri Mar 21 | Post Concert
Where: Lobby
In addition to conducting, Conductor Steve Hackman will be signing Brahms X Radiohead merchandise after Friday's concert!
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.
Pre-order beverages
Skip the lines at the bar! Pre-order your intermission beverage via the Minnesota Orchestra App when you arrive at Orchestra Hall.
Accessibility Services
- Armless & Bariatric Chairs
- Assistive Listening Devices
- Noise-Cancelling Headphones
- Service Animals
- Wheelchair & Accessible Seating
Additional services are available upon request.
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