EPISODE 8

While we can't be together at a concert for now, our dedication to bring you wonderful music remains! Welcome to Milwaukee Symphony Musical Journeys. Hosted by Music Director Ken-David Masur and featuring interviews with Milwaukee Symphony musicians, these recordings are hand-curated by Maestro Masur from the orchestra’s extensive audio archive. Check back every Friday for a new episode to enjoy.

Ken-David Masur, host
Emanuel Ax, piano, special guest

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Recorded September 23 + 24, 2016
Edo de Waart, conductor
Emanuel Ax, piano
Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra

Brahms
Concerto No. 2 in B-flat major for Piano and Orchestra, Opus 83 (Begins at )

1. Allegro non troppo
2. Allegro appassionato
3. Andante
4. Allegretto grazioso

Recorded April 27 + 28, 2018
Hans Graf, conductor
Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra

Dvořák
Symphony No. 9 in E minor, Opus 95, [old No. 5] “From the New World” (Begins at )

1. Adagio – Allegro molto
2. Largo
3. Molto vivace
4. Allegro con fuoco

Bonus: Listen to the full conversation between Ken-David Masur and Emanuel Ax.