CONCERT INFORMATION
Regions Masterworks
Rachmaninoff Piano Concerto No. 3
Mei-Ann Chen, Conductor
Eliran Avni, Piano
Friday, February 3, 2012 | 8 p.m.
Saturday, February 4, 2012 | 8 p.m.
RIMSKY-KORSAKOV Sinfonietta on Russian Themes
STRAVINSKY The Firebird Suite
RACHMANINOFF Piano Concerto No. 3
Alys Stephens Center | Jemison Concert Hall | Map & Directions
Maestro Chen received rave reviews when she conducted the ASO in the 2009-2010 season. Now she returns for a rousing all-Russian program. If you've never heard Stravinsky's Firebird Suite live, now is your chance! The ASO is also excited to welcome back Eliran Avni after his amazing debut with the ASO in October 2010. He'll tackle Rachmaninoff's passionate Piano Concerto No. 3.
Sponsored by Jemison Investment Co., Inc.
This concert is also sponsored by Fairfax and Drayton Nabers in memory and appreciation of Beverly Pierce Head, III. The ASO is honored to join the Nabers in recognition of Bev's service to the orchestra as a patron and member of the ASO Board for 10 years.
Concert Comments begin at 7 p.m. in the Reynolds-Kirschbaum Theater, next to the Jemison Concert Hall.
Concert Comments are hosted by the concert's conductor, the ASO Education Director or other eminent guests and music critics before evening Masterworks performances. Whether you are a casual classical music listener or a connoisseur, Concert Comments will give you a greater appreciation for the works being performed. Join us for this free event.
