THE VASTNESS OF NORDIC LANDSCAPES

Hilary Hahn performs a concerto by Tchaikovsky

The geysers and Northern Lights of Iceland and Finland have inspired works of astonishing beauty. Seize this opportunity to experience the music of composers whose works are seldom performed here but whose output is nonetheless prolific. As well, you’ll hear Tchaikovsky’s Concerto, a classic of the violin repertoire.

7 p.m. – Preconcert
Camilla Tilling, soprano
Philippe Sly, bass-baritone
Esther Gonthier, piano

Songs by composers Grieg and Sibelius

8 p.m. – Concert
John Storgårds, conductor
Hilary Hahn, violin
Jón Leifs, Geysir

Tchaikovsky, Violin Concerto in D major, op. 35
Uuno Klami, Aurora borealis, op. 38
Sibelius, Symphony no. 7 in C major, op. 105