Start Time
- 11:15a on Friday, October 30
- 7:30p on Saturday, October 31
conductor
Kristiina Poska
piano
Orli Shaham
Ülo Krigul
Proteus Pulse
Beethoven
Piano Concerto No. 1
Schumann
Symphony No. 3, “Rhenish”
CONCERT DETAILS
In Beethoven’s first piano concerto, we begin to hear the composer step away from imitation and into his own true voice; Orli Shaham performs this daring concerto. Schumann’s “Rhenish” symphony was inspired by a happy vacation along Germany’s Rhine river, and its music glitters with sunlight. Guest conductor Kristiina Poska — “an iron baton in a velvet hand” (Diapason) — opens this program with music from fellow Estonian Ülo Krigul, who notes that his Proteus Pulse “derives its flows and pulsations from an old greek God of Waters."
The MSO Steinway piano was made possible through a generous gift from Michael & Jeanne Schmitz
ABOUT THIS PERFORMANCE
Friday, October 30
MEET THE MUSIC
Please join us at the Bradley Symphony Center one hour before the concert for a free Meet the Music pre-concert talk. Enjoy an engaging, informative look at the works you'll experience live at the performance.
PRELUDE SHUTTLE BUS
Make your day even more enjoyable by adding transportation to make your trip downtown easy and carefree. Sign up for individual dates or the entire 6-concert series, and we’ll provide round-trip coach bus service from Mayfair Mall. Here are the details:
- 8:45 a.m. — Arrive at the southeast lot at Mayfair Mall, east of the former Boston Store to board the coach bus.
- 9:00 a.m. — Prelude Shuttle departs from Mayfair arriving at the Bradley Symphony Center around 9:30 a.m.
- Depart immediately following the concert. Advance notice is not required for the return trip.
Pre-Concert Shuttle Transportation is available for a nominal fee of $25 per concert or $160 for the Prelude Series. To learn more or sign up for the shuttle contact Luther Gray by email or at 414.226.7840.
Meet the Artist Luncheon
Join us post-concert for lunch with conductors and MSO musicians in the Pavilion at the Bradley Symphony Center, following all Friday Prelude Series performances. The popular luncheons include an engaging Q & A session with artists, paired with delicious cuisine.
Luncheon price is $37.00 and does not include concert tickets. To learn more or sign up for the luncheon contact Luther Gray by email or at 414.226.7840.
Food & Beverage Service
Beginning 90 minutes before each performance, enjoy curated bites and cocktails by Indulge Catering Company - A Bianchini Experience at numerous locations throughout the Bradley Symphony Center.
Saturday, October 31
MEET THE MUSIC
Please join us at the Bradley Symphony Center one hour before the concert for a free Meet the Music pre-concert talk. Enjoy an engaging, informative look at the works you'll experience live at the performance.
Food & Beverage Service featuring Staccato Bites
Don't miss a beat! Beginning 90 minutes before each performance enjoy tasty soups, sandwiches, quick bites, and cocktails ahead of the concert with Staccato Bites. Inspired by the brisk, articulate sound of a staccato note, Staccato Bites provides a convenient and delicious offering prior to all MSO performances.
Support
Start Time
- 11:15a on Friday, October 30
- 7:30p on Saturday, October 31
conductor
Kristiina Poska
piano
Orli Shaham
Ülo Krigul
Proteus Pulse
Beethoven
Piano Concerto No. 1
Schumann
Symphony No. 3, “Rhenish”
