2022/2023 ESO Classics
2022/2023 ESO Classics
An intriguing mix of iconic composers and fresh new works, complete with virtuoso performances, exciting guest artists, and your favourite classical works.
This season includes 12 classical programs with favourites from the classical canon, such as Stravinsky’s Firebird, Copland’s Appalachian Spring, Elgar’s Enigma Variations, Rachmaninoff’s Piano Concerto No. 2, and Beethoven’s glorious Symphony No. 9.
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Formerly known as Masters Full, the Saturday Classics Full provides you the ultimate symphony experience with 12 exhilarating programs. Hear your ESO perform everything from Stravinsky’s The Firebird and Beethoven’s treasured 9th Symphony to Brahms’ Piano Concerto No. 1 and Tchaikovsky's Symphony No. 5. Works by women composers, including Canadians Vivian Fung and Carmen Braden, round out this lively series.
Events In This Series (7:30 PM)
Bach, Vivaldi & Fireworks: The Joy of Baroque
Conducted by Nicholas McGegan
Thursday, October 13Learn More
Stern Conducts Grieg & Stravinsky: Magical Musical Tales
Conducted by Michael Stern
Saturday, November 5Learn More
Spring with Copland & Schumann: Musical Awakenings
Conducted by Michael Stern
Saturday, February 11Learn More
Saint-Saëns' Organ Symphony: Majesty & Poetry
Conducted by Cosette Justo Valdés
Saturday, March 4Learn More
Thrill of a Lifetime: A Special Concert for the Future
Conducted by William Eddins & Michael Massey
Saturday, April 15Learn More
Sara Davis Buechner Plays Rachmaninoff 2
Conducted by Jean-Marie Zeitouni
Saturday, April 29Learn More
Formerly known as Masters Encore, Saturday Classics 1 includes six captivating programs. Hear your ESO perform everything from Bach’s Orchestral Suite No. 3 and Copland’s Appalachian Spring to Rimsky-Korsakov's Scheherazade and Saint-Saëns’ Organ Symphony.
Events In This Series (7:30 PM)
Bach, Vivaldi & Fireworks: The Joy of Baroque
Conducted by Nicholas McGegan
Thursday, October 13Learn More
Stern Conducts Grieg & Stravinsky: Magical Musical Tales
Conducted by Michael Stern
Saturday, November 5Learn More
Spring with Copland & Schumann: Musical Awakenings
Conducted by Michael Stern
Saturday, February 11Learn More
Saint-Saëns' Organ Symphony: Majesty & Poetry
Conducted by Cosette Justo Valdés
Saturday, March 4Learn More
Thrill of a Lifetime: A Special Concert for the Future
Conducted by William Eddins & Michael Massey
Saturday, April 15Learn More
Formerly known as Masters Applause, Saturday Classics 2 includes six thrilling programs. Hear your ESO perform everything from Tchaikovsky’s Romeo and Juliet and Shostakovich’s Cello Concerto No. 1 to Beethoven’s legendary Symphony No. 9 and Rachmaninoff’s Piano Concerto No. 2.
Events In This Series (7:30 PM)
Sara Davis Buechner Plays Rachmaninoff 2
Conducted by Jean-Marie Zeitouni
Saturday, April 29Learn More
Formerly known as Friday Masters, Friday Classics includes six invigorating programs. Hear your ESO perform everything from Saint-Saëns’ Organ Symphony and Ravel’s Mother Goose Suite to Prokofiev’s Violin Concerto No. 2 and Handel’s Royal Fireworks Music.
Events In This Series (7:30 PM)
Bach, Vivaldi & Fireworks: The Joy of Baroque
Conducted by Nicholas McGegan
Friday, October 14Learn More
Stern Conducts Grieg & Stravinsky: Magical Musical Tales
Conducted by Michael Stern
Friday, November 4Learn More
Spring with Copland & Schumann: Musical Awakenings
Conducted by Michael Stern
Friday, February 10Learn More
Saint-Saëns' Organ Symphony: Majesty & Poetry
Conducted by Cosette Justo Valdés
Friday, March 3Learn More
Sara Davis Buechner Plays Rachmaninoff 2
Conducted by Jean-Marie Zeitouni
Friday, April 28Learn More
Formerly known as Traditional Classics, Thursday Classics features five extraordinary programs. Hear your ESO perform everything from Dvořák’s Symphony No. 8 and Elgar’s Enigma Variations to Brahms’ Piano Concerto No. 1 and Prokofiev’s “Classical” Symphony.
Events In This Series (7:30 PM)
Formerly known as Sunday Showcase, Robbins Sunday Classics includes five inspiring programs to be enjoyed on Sunday afternoons. Hear your ESO perform everything from Grieg’s Piano Concerto and Schumann’s Symphony No. 1 “Spring” to Debussy’s Danses sacrée et profane and Bruch’s Violin Concerto No. 1.
Events In This Series (2:00 PM)
Stern Conducts Grieg & Stravinsky: Magical Musical Tales
Conducted by Michael Stern
Sunday, November 6Learn More
Spring with Copland & Schumann: Musical Awakenings
Conducted by Michael Stern
Sunday, February 12Learn More
Saint-Saëns' Organ Symphony: Majesty & Poetry
Conducted by Cosette Justo Valdés
Sunday, March 5Learn More
Thrill of a Lifetime: A Special Concert for the Future
Conducted by William Eddins & Michael Massey
Sunday, April 16Learn More
Formerly known as Perfect Pairings, this popular series has expanded to include four concerts this season! Ideal for the busy classical music fan, these curated concerts are short and sweet, with no intermission. Enjoy music by iconic composers such as Beethoven, Shostakovich, Elgar, and Tchaikovsky. Plus, each ticket includes a complimentary food or beverage item!
Events In This Series (8:00 PM)
With a Compose Your Own package, you can choose 3 or 4 Classics concerts and receive 10% off compared to single tickets. You can curate your concert experience with the performances you want, suited to your schedule.
