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This November, join the MSO as they explore how music transcends cultures, history, and time to bring us together. Beethoven's radiant Violin Concerto, featuring the brilliant Simone Porter, stands alongside the United States premiere of Dmitri Klebanov's poignant Symphony No. 1 "In Memorial Babi Yar". The Evening concludes with John Williams' moving A Prayer for Peace -- a timeless reminder of music's power to inspire unity and hope. 

Nicholas Hersh, conductor 

Simone Porter, violin 

Program 

Ludwig van Beethoven: Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 61
Dimitri Klebanov: Symphony No. 1 “In Memoriam Babi Yar” (American Premiere)
John Williams: A Prayer for Peace 

Friday, November 14, 2025 at 7:30 pm 

Saturday, November 15, 2025 at 7:30 pm

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