ESO $29 Seat Sale

This once-a-year sale begins January 12 at 10am for 10 days only!

Some restrictions and service charges apply. Choose from the following performances:
  • January 22, 2012, 2:00 pm
  • Haydn’s Trumpet Concerto
  • Franz Liszt revolutionized the art of piano performance, and wrote works to showcase his dazzling virtuosity. Young Scott MacIsaac takes on the challenge of Liszt’s Second Piano Concerto, following wins at the 2010 Shean Piano Competition, and two consecutive Grand Prize wins at the Canadian Music Competition. Robin Doyon presents one of the best-loved works for trumpet and orchestra, the beloved and vivacious concerto of “Papa” Haydn. Also featured is Dvořák’s Eighth Symphony.
  • March 2, 2012, 9:30 pm
  • Late Night Hollywood
  • Forging into rare territory and showcasing an instrument that reaches beyond stylistic categorization, the ESO welcomes saxophonist Ashu for a Late Night concert featuring unforgettable Hollywood favourites. With his charismatic performance style and engaging stage presence, Ashu plays with an emotional intensity that showcases the instrument’s capabilities in ways not typically associated with it, taking your favourite film music to new heights.
  • March 4, 2012, 2:00 pm
  • A Symphonic Guide to New Music
  • The ESO’s Sunday Showcase has put the spotlight on rising young performers, but this time, it focuses on a noted young composer, and his bold new work. Canadian Brian Current will be the narrator in his own witty and engaging A Symphonic Guide to New Music. Other music for this afternoon comes from two of Hollywood’s legends. Member of the ESO cello section since 1991, Victor Pipkin presents a miniature gem – Erich Wolfgang Korngold’s delightful Cello Concerto. The Orchestra also plays music from the 1950 Billy Wilder melodrama Sunset Boulevard, composed by the great Franz Waxman.
  • March 6, 2012, 7:30 pm
  • Benjamin Grosvenor
  • Not yet 20 years of age, Benjamin Grosvenor is already internationally recognized for his electrifying performances, exquisite technique, and tonal flair. Winner of the BBC Young Musician of the Year Award in 2004, Benjamin is one of the most sought-after young pianists in the world, and will be making his Canadian debut with the ESO performing Ravel’s Piano Concerto in G. Following intermission, this unique British talent will present a solo piano recital.
  • March 14, 2012, 7:30 pm
  • French Inspirations
  • Canadian flutist Susan Hoeppner performs music by Devienne and Godard. A glittering Haydn symphony and a charming neo-baroque suite by Strauss complete the program.
  • May 23, 2012, 7:30 pm
  • Bach, Haydn & Beethoven
  • Canadian violinist Marc Destrubé makes his ESO debut performing outstanding Violin Concertos by Bach and Leclair. Colourful programmatic works by Haydn and Beethoven will be heard in the final Midweek Classics concert of the season.
  • May 27, 2012, 2:00 pm
  • Beethoven’s Pastorale Symphony
  • Robert Schumann’s Cello Concerto is one of the most treasured examples of the form, and the ESO is pleased to present much sought-after David Requiro as guest soloist. After joining the ESO as a violinist, Stefan Jungkind became Principal Viola of the orchestra in 1997. He presents Romanian master Georges Enesco’s Concertpiece for Viola. The concert also includes one of the most famous celebrations of the marvels of nature, Beethoven’s “Pastorale” Symphony.
  • May 29, 2012, 7:30 pm
  • Elliot Madore
  • It’s difficult to resist the panache in Toronto-born baritone Elliot Madore. Winner of the 2010 Metropolitan Opera National Council Auditions, and not yet 25 years of age, he is already gaining international raves for his voice and artistry. Performing arias and songs from Don Giovanni, The Barber of Seville, Die tote Stadt, and Carousel with the orchestra, this rising operatic star will also present a recital of music by Schubert, Ravel, and Falla accompanied by Bill Eddins at the piano.
  • June 8, 2012, 9:30 pm
  • Late Night Brahms
  • Having grown up in Edmonton and studied piano at Alberta College and the University of Alberta, Angela Cheng is one of the world’s finest classical pianists. She has been consistently cited for her superb musicianship and brilliant technique, and is an audience favourite in her former city of residence. Joining Bill Eddins for a Late Night concert featuring the music of one of the leading musicians of the Romantic period, Angela Cheng performs Brahms’ First Piano Concerto, a showpiece of grandeur and utmost technicality. Bold in his exploration of harmony and rhythm, Brahms’ Liebeslieder Waltzes for vocalists and piano, plus his exotic Hungarian Dances, will also be heard.