Although less well-known than his first, the rapturous Piano Concerto No. 2 by Tchaikovsky is arguably a better piece, requiring extraordinary poetry and technique. One of Prokofiev’s most popular works, Symphony No. 5, was written at the height of World War II. Prokofiev composed this work “glorifying the human spirit” while living in a government sponsored refuge for composers in the Soviet Union. The ending of the driving last movement inevitably brings audiences to their feet.
Come an hour early for this weekend's Concert Prelude with PSO Assistant Conductor Thomas Hong. Through board displays, explore the world and times of Tchaikovsky and Prokofiev, two of the greatest Russian composers, in the lobby. Learn more about the Explore & Engage program
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