Description

Immerse yourself in an unforgettable evening of music featuring Rimsky-Korsakov’s Scheherazade, a vivid symphonic suite inspired by the enchanting tales of One Thousand and One Nights. With its lush orchestration, evocative themes, and mesmerizing storytelling, Scheherazade brings to life the dramatic and fantastical world of the legendary storyteller. The program also includes Sibelius' Violin Concerto in D minor, performed by the brilliant Stephen Tavani, Assistant Concertmaster of The Cleveland Orchestra. Known for its emotional depth and technical virtuosity, this concerto is a cornerstone of the violin repertoire. Tavani’s artistry, described by The New York Times as “the smoothness of frosted glass, adding a soft-focus filter to chiseled melodies,” promises to captivate audiences. 

Dr. Yun Song Tay, conductor

Stephen Tavani, Assistant Concertmaster of The Cleveland Orchestra

LYU: Germination

SIBELIUS: Violin Concerto in D minor

RIMSKY-KORSAKOV: Scheherazade