Date/Time
Date(s) - 02/14/2025 - 02/16/2025
12:00 am
Location
Heinz Hall
Categories
The Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra performs the popular ninth symphony written by Czech composer Antonin Dvorak (1841-1904) as part of a special Black History Month program.
Founded in 1895 by British composer, conductor and organist Frederic Archer (1838-1901), the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra is one of America’s oldest and most prestigious orchestras having performed around the world including a 2004 concert for Pope John Paul II (1920-2005).
Dvorak’s 1893 symphony was written during the composer’s tour of the United States. He was inspired by Native American music and African American spirituals. As a result, the work has become known as the “New World Symphony.” The program includes the local debut of a work by contemporary African American composer Carlos Simon.
In addition, Spanish violinist María Dueñas (pictured) performs a concerto written by French composer Camille Saint-Saens (1835-1921).
Address
600 Penn Avenue,
Pittsburgh,
PA
15222
United States