Sibelius & Nielsen: A Nordic Celebration
From its expansive opening to its transcendent climax, Sibelius’ Fifth Symphony is one of the most vivid orchestral works of the 20th century. Finnish conductor Hannu Lintu, in his CSO debut, pairs this with the composer’s best-known work, Finlandia. Pekka Kuusisto performs Nielsen’s spirited Violin Concerto. “Nielsen was a folk fiddler and Kuusisto made it show in the gorgeous looseness of his rhythms and stripped-back grit of his sound” (The Guardian).
Item details
Date
Saturday, February 29, 2020 8:00 PM
Location
Orchestra Hall
Description
PROGRAM
Sibelius Finlandia
Nielsen Violin Concerto
Nielsen Helios Overture
Sibelius Symphony No. 5
PERFORMERS
Chicago Symphony Orchestra
Hannu Lintu conductor
Pekka Kuusisto violin
CONCERT EXTRAS
Preconcert conversation with Johann Buis: Saturday, February 29, 6:45–7:15, Grainger Ballroom
DISCOVER MORE
- Audio, Video and Program Notes
- Watch: Trailer
- Watch: Pekka Kuusisto on the CSO's "A Nordic Celebration"
SPONSORS
Official Airline of the CSO
The appearance of Pekka Kuusisto is made possible by the Grainger Fund for Excellence.
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