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my classic Russian Composers

Orion Weiss

Immerse yourself in the ardent pathos of this trio of Russian classics. The captivating 26-year-old pianist Orion Weiss takes center stage in Rachmaninoff's fiery Second Piano Concerto, bookended by Mussorgsky's A Night on Bald Mountain and the intoxicating strains of Rimsky-Korsakov's Scheherazade.

Half price for ages 17 and under.

Arrive one hour prior to start times for pre-concert entertainment in the lobby, specialty drinks, and desserts.

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my classics 2: Pick two or more classical concerts and save 20%
Classical concerts July 2, 3, 9, 10, 16, 23, 24.
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San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency Muni

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Conductor/Performers

James Gaffigan
conductor

Orion Weiss
piano

Program

Mussorgsky / Rimsky-Korsakov

Night on Bald Mountain

Rachmaninoff

Piano Concerto No. 2

Rimsky-Korsakov

Scheherazade

Performance Date(s)

Thu, Jul 23, 2009 8:00pm
Davies Symphony Hall

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