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SIGNATURE SERIES I: ECHOES OF THE EARTHFeaturing Jennifer Higdon's new Cello Concerto, with cellist Julian Schwarz
October 2-3, 2026 at 7:30 PM at Maryland Hall
MUSIC PROGRAM
A Pre Concert Lecture with WBJC's Jonathan Palevsky begins at 6:30 PM and is free for ticket holders
Antonín Dvořák In Nature’s Realm, Op. 91
Jennifer Higdon Cello Concerto, with Julian Schwarz, cello
Manuel de Falla El sombrero de tres picos (The Three-Cornered Hat), with Erin Jenkins and Alexander Collen, Ballet Theatre of Maryland
This concert is approximately 2 hours in length, with a 20 minute intermission.
Dvořák’s In Nature’s Realm unfolds from a hushed orchestral murmur into a glowing soundscape inspired by the forests and meadows of the composer’s Bohemian homeland — music of warmth, lyricism, and quiet wonder. While not the best known of Dvořák’s works, In Nature’s Realm showcases great rhythm and melodies, a thrilling experience for our musicians and the audience.
At the center of the performance is Jennifer Higdon’s new Cello Concerto, written for and performed by acclaimed cellist Julian Schwarz in his third appearance with the ASO. Structured in four movements — Poet, Dances, Fervent, and Lines — the concerto showcases Higdon’s unmistakable voice: rhythmically alive, emotionally direct, and vividly orchestral. Schwarz’s focused intensity and expressive range bring this powerful modern work into sharp, compelling focus.
The concert closes with the complete ballet music from Manuel de Falla’s El sombrero de tres picos (The Three-Cornered Hat), a burst of Spanish energy and wit. Folk dances, flamenco fire, and festive celebration drive this exuberant finale, sending the ASO’s 2026-27 season off to an irresistible, joy-filled start. Erin Jenkins and Alexander Collen from Ballet Theatre of Maryland (BTM) will bring the music to life.
About Ballet Theatre of Maryland (BTM):
BTM endeavors to entertain, inspire, and enlighten audiences by presenting traditional classics alongside innovative new works. BTM's Conservatory of Dance provides training and education for aspiring dancers of all ages. Through partnerships with local organizations, BTM offers outreach performances, dance workshops, and community classes to ensure that ballet is accessible to all. For more information, please visit www.balletmaryland.org or call (410) 224-5644.
Photo credit “A rare glow visits Maryland” by Jennifer Casey
PRE CONCERT LECTURE
Jonathan Palevski, Program Director of WBJC Classical Radio, will present a free pre-concert lecture at 6:30 PM in Maryland Hall’s main auditorium. He’ll share engaging insights into the evening’s composers, their times, and the music you’re about to hear, followed by time for questions. It’s an enjoyable way to deepen your connection to the program and meet fellow music lovers before the concert begins.
The lecture is free for concert ticketholders. A ticket to the evening’s performance is required for entry.
TICKETING
Tickets start at $25. Check the online seating chart to select $25 seats.
Single tickets for this performance will be available for sale beginning August 1, 2026.
Signature Series Subscribers can use their 20% off discount to save on additional tickets to this concert. Please purchase tickets through your Patron Portal starting August 1, 2026. The discount will be automatically applied.
Student tickets to this performance are $15. Military, Law Enforcement, and First Responder ticket discounts are also available. Please call the Box Office at 410-263-0907 to redeem these discounts starting August 1, 2026.
THANK YOU
This performance is made possible in part with the support of the Maryland State Arts Council (MSAC.org) and Arts Council of Anne Arundel County (ACAAC.org).
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801 Chase St Ste 204, Annapolis, MD, United States, Maryland 21401
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