DVOŘÁK + COLBERG
Wilson Center, Downtown Wilmington
$ Starting at 31.57
Nov 1st
Overview
Experience an evening of musical brilliance with the Wilmington Symphony Orchestra's captivating program, "DVOŘÁK + COLBERG." The concert opens with Fanny Mendelssohn Hensel’s vibrant Ouverture in C Major, showcasing her unique blend of classical elegance and romantic intensity. This piece sets the stage for a night filled with expressive melodies and dynamic performances.
The highlight of the evening is the performance of Christian Colberg’s evocative Viola Concerto by the acclaimed violist Paul Aguilar. Aguilar, recently appointed to the Houston Symphony's viola section, has garnered international acclaim for his commanding and expressive performances. His interpretation of Colberg's concerto promises to be a tour de force, blending emotional depth with virtuosic flair. The program concludes with Antonín Dvořák's Symphony No. 8, a cheerful and pastoral work inspired by Bohemian folk songs, leaving audiences uplifted and inspired.