MOZART | Symphony No. 27 in G Major
PROKOFIEV | Piano Concerto No. 3 in C Major, Op. 26
BIZET | Symphony in C
RUN TIME: 1 HR 45 MINUTES
*program subject to change
Masterworks II
Join us for an electrifying evening showcasing the fiery virtuosity of guest pianist Ilya Yakushev in Prokofiev’s Piano Concerto No. 3. A true tour de force, this concerto brims with lyrical beauty and relentless energy—perfectly suited to Yakushev’s commanding artistry. The program opens with Mozart’s elegant Symphony No. 27 in G Major, a charming and sophisticated gem that captures the composer’s youthful brilliance, and Bizet’s Symphony in C brings the evening to a close, radiating lyrical warmth and French finesse.
About Ilya Yakushev
Russian pianist Ilya Yakushev, with many awards and honors to his credit, continues to astound and mesmerize audiences at major venues on three continents. In the 2023-24 season, Ilya Yakushev performed as a piano soloist with the San Luis Obispo Symphony, St. Petersburg Philharmonic, Glacier Symphony, and Panama City Symphony, in addition to over 40 recitals in North America and Europe. Highlights of Yakushev’s 2024-25 season include return appearances with Cheyenne Symphony, Panama City Symphony, and Glacier Symphony, as well as a performance with the Youngstown Symphony. Read Ilya's full bio here.
Program
What to Expect
Pre-Concert Talk
Join us to learn more from Music Director Andrew Sewell and our guest soloist about tonight's program.
Doors: 6:00 PM
Talk: 6:30 - 7:00 PM
Overture Center
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Music is all about the senses, so we want you to be comfortable while you enjoy it. Most of our attendees wear anything from jeans to dressy clothes. Learn more about the concert experience.
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Post-Concert Party
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