THIERRY FISCHER CONDUCTS MESSIAEN, SMETANA & SIBELIUS 2

Hear the symphony Sibelius believed was thrown down to him by the Almighty as “pieces of a mosaic for heaven’s floor.” In the first of two weeks of music by Olivier Messiaen, Maestro Fischer explores the composer’s lifelong fascination with birdsong with Utah Symphony principal pianist, and Messiaen specialist, Jason Hardink as featured soloist. Follow the entire course of Smetana’s Moldau River past castle ruins, elaborate palaces and a peasant wedding, and then continuing right through the heart of Prague. Like so many composers from the cold north of Europe, Sibelius was partly inspired by an extended stay in Italy during the creation of his 2nd Symphony.

PROGRAM:
SMETANA: The Moldau
MESSIAEN: “The Wood Thrush” from Des canyons aux étoiles
MESSIAEN: “Omao, leiothrix, elepaio, shama” from Des canyons aux étoiles
SIBELIUS: Symphony No. 2

Health and Safety Notice: Beginning April 1st, the Utah Symphony will no longer require proof of vaccination, negative Covid-19 tests, or face coverings at our performances.

General Age Guideline: Individuals ages five and older are welcome at this performance. Parents should ensure their children are able to sit quietly through the performance without disturbing others around them. No babes in arms will be admitted.