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When you think of the genre of the concerto, you might be thinking of something like this: virtuoso fireworks, perhaps over romantic gestures designed simply to show the soloist off, and a rather pedestrian orchestral part, giving the soloist all of the spotlight while the conductor and orchestra are mere accompanists. Of course, this is a huge generalization and it isn’t true about many concertos. But of all of the concertos that I conduct regularly, and hear regularly, there is one that always stands out as the exception to the rule: Dvorak’s Cello Concerto. The Dvorak deserves every bit of popularity it has received over the years. In fact, you could argue that it is THE perfect concerto. It's enjoyable to play, perfectly written for the cello, enjoyable to listen to, and enjoyable to accompany for the orchestra. It has everything, which makes it all the more shocking to think that before Dvorak wrote the piece, he didn’t even think of the cello as a suitable instrument for a ?️ Mark your calendar from June 12, 2024 to June 13, 2024 at Jay Pritzker Pavilion. Dvorak Cello Concerto is a celebration of passion, innovation, and community. Embrace the opportunity to explore the world of Classical in a dynamic setting in Illinois, United States. Reserve your spot now for tickets starting at just 45.00 USD ?️.
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Jay Pritzker Pavilion, Millennium Park, Chicago, IL 60603, United States
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