Opening Night
Saturday, October 1, 2011 at 7:30 PM
Kevin Rhodes, Conductor
Axel Strauss, Violin

The season opens with a concert in the Russian style, from the lush, sweeping melodies of Rimsky-Korsakov and Tchaikovsky to the sweep and power of Shostakovich’s fifth symphony.

Rimsky-Korsakov              Russian Easter Overture

Tchaikovsky                        Concerto for Violin & Orchestra

Shostakovich                      Symphony No. 5

Following the performance, toast the Opening of the 68th Season at a
Champagne Reception with Maestro Rhodes and SSO Musicians in the
Mahogany Room.

Classical Conversations
Enhance your concert experience with an informal half-hour
discussion before each Classical Concert at 6:30 PM in Symphony Hall.
Sponsored by the Dr. Anthony P. Lovell Memorial Foundation.

Remember, youths ages 4 to 17 are half price.

Children under 4 are not allowed in the Hall.

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