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Lansing Symphony Orchestra Masterwork Series 05
Dive into an evening with pianist Benjamin Grosvenor, tracing Beethoven's adventurous path through music's evolving landscape. The concert opens with Jared Miller’s innovative composition Under Sea, Above Sky, setting the stage for a transformative artistic journey. Grosvenor’s interpretation of Beethoven’s Piano Concerto No. 5 “Emperor" encapsulates the transition from the refined elegance of the 18th century to the impassioned expressiveness of Romanticism, underscoring the composer’s pivotal role in musical evolution. The evening reaches its zenith with Dvorák’s "Symphony No. 8," a vibrant celebration of Romantic drama and passion, perfectly capturing the evening's exploration of music's potent emotional trajectory.
Conductor: Timothy Muffitt
Featured Artist: Benjamin Grosvenor/Piano
Program:
JARED MILLER: Under Sea, Above Sky
LUDWIG VAN BEETHOVEN: Piano Concerto No. 5 “Emperor”
ANTONÍN DVORÁK: Symphony No. 8
Tickets: $30-$65
Concert Sponsors: MSUFCU