Last Minute Plans — February 28, March 1–2
This week’s performances offer a rich tapestry of sound and story. In Boston, Swan Lake unfolds with timeless grace, while Seattle welcomes the world-renowned Hagen Quartet for an evening of chamber mastery. Chicago ignites with Seong-Jin Cho's electrifying take on Prokofiev, and San Francisco dives into the lush romanticism of Rachmaninoff. Portland spotlights Vijay Gupta’s powerful blend of music and activism, while Santa Fe closes the weekend with the vibrant, boundary-pushing Isidore Quartet. Whether you're drawn to classic tales, bold interpretations, or contemporary voices, this week delivers an unforgettable musical journey.
Boston: Swan Lake
Tchaikovsky's iconic ballet unfolds with themes of love, betrayal, and sacrifice as Prince Siegfried vows to save Odette from an unbreakable curse, only to be deceived by the sorcerer Von Rothbart.
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Seattle: Hagen Quartet
Celebrated as “one of the finest quartets of our time” (*The Washington Post*), the Hagen Quartet brings nearly four decades of world-renowned chamber artistry to the stage with their signature sound and profound musical insight.
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Chicago: Seong-Jin Cho Plays Prokofiev
Pianist Seong-Jin Cho dazzles with Prokofiev's electrifying Second Piano Concerto, alongside Sibelius' majestic Fifth Symphony and Tchaikovsky’s vibrant *Capriccio Italien*, led by Santtu-Matias Rouvali.
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San Francisco: Ticciati Conducts Rachmaninoff
Conductor Robin Ticciati and pianist Francesco Piemontesi explore Rachmaninoff's lush Second Symphony and Beethoven’s intriguingly unconventional Fourth Piano Concerto.
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Portland: In Motion: An Evening with Musical Activist Vijay Gupta
Vijay Gupta returns for a high-energy performance showcasing his transformative approach to music, community, and social impact, continuing his work with Los Angeles' Street Symphony.
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Santa Fe: Isidore Quartet
The Isidore Quartet performs an inspired program featuring Mozart's radiant *Quartet in C Major*, Gabriella Smith's dynamic *Carrot Revolution*, and Mendelssohn's spirited *Quartet No. 5*.
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Friday, February 28th
Boston: Swan Lake
Tchaikovsky's iconic ballet unfolds with themes of love, betrayal, and sacrifice as Prince Siegfried vows to save Odette from an unbreakable curse, only to be deceived by the sorcerer Von Rothbart.
• Tickets + More Information
Seattle: Hagen Quartet
Celebrated as “one of the finest quartets of our time” (*The Washington Post*), the Hagen Quartet brings nearly four decades of world-renowned chamber artistry to the stage with their signature sound and profound musical insight.
• Tickets + More Information
Saturday, March 1st
Chicago: Seong-Jin Cho Plays Prokofiev
Pianist Seong-Jin Cho dazzles with Prokofiev's electrifying Second Piano Concerto, alongside Sibelius' majestic Fifth Symphony and Tchaikovsky’s vibrant *Capriccio Italien*, led by Santtu-Matias Rouvali.
• Tickets + More Information
San Francisco: Ticciati Conducts Rachmaninoff
Conductor Robin Ticciati and pianist Francesco Piemontesi explore Rachmaninoff's lush Second Symphony and Beethoven’s intriguingly unconventional Fourth Piano Concerto.
• Tickets + More Information
Portland: In Motion: An Evening with Musical Activist Vijay Gupta
Vijay Gupta returns for a high-energy performance showcasing his transformative approach to music, community, and social impact, continuing his work with Los Angeles' Street Symphony.
• Tickets + More Information
Sunday, March 2nd
Santa Fe: Isidore Quartet
The Isidore Quartet performs an inspired program featuring Mozart's radiant *Quartet in C Major*, Gabriella Smith's dynamic *Carrot Revolution*, and Mendelssohn's spirited *Quartet No. 5*.
• Tickets + More Information
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