This Week at the BSO: Music Director Jonathon Heyward conducts Mahler’s Tragic Sixth Symphony

03/20/2024
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This Week at the BSO

Gustav Mahler’s “Tragic” Sixth Symphony offers a profound meditation on the human experience, ranging from absolute ecstasy to total despair. Culminating in a devastating finale, Mahler’s signature hammer deals prophetic “blows of fate,” foreshadowing his own tragedies to come. Witness this tour de force orchestral triumph under the baton of Music Director Jonathon Heyward.


Thursday, March 21

MEYERHOFF
Doors Open at 6 PM
Concert at 7:30 PM

Mahler Symphony No. 6

Gustav Mahler’s “Tragic” Sixth Symphony offers a profound meditation on the human experience, ranging from absolute ecstasy to total despair. Culminating in a devastating finale, Mahler’s signature hammer deals prophetic “blows of fate,” foreshadowing his own tragedies to come. Witness this tour de force orchestral triumph under the baton of Music Director Jonathon Heyward.

Please note this performance does not have an intermission. We encourage you to arrive early to ensure you have time to get to your seat.

 

THURSDAY DATE NIGHT

Join us this Thursday, March 21 when the lobby opens early at 6 pm to purchase dinner from local vendors Emmanuella’s, Elevated Kitchen and AppleCore Bake Shoppe while enjoying lobby music by Just JuWit!


Saturday, March 23

MEYERHOFF
Doors Open at 9 AM
Concerts at 10 AM and 11:30 AM

All About Bears

Presenting Sponsor:

Don’t be scared – these are friendly bears! Teddy Bears, Polar Bears and many other Bears are front and center along with Maria Broom and a Jazz Quartet.

For children 6 months – 3 years

Bring a blanket! Audiences will be seated on the floor at all Music Box performances. For your comfort, we strongly recommend that you bring a blanket.
Arrive early for pre-concert lobby activities. Partners from Port Discovery and The Waldorf School will provide crafting, learning experiences, and fun for the little ones. The lobby opens at 9 am. 

 


Saturday, March 23

MEYERHOFF
Doors Open at 6:45 PM
Concert at 8 PM

Mahler Symphony No. 6

Gustav Mahler’s “Tragic” Sixth Symphony offers a profound meditation on the human experience, ranging from absolute ecstasy to total despair. Culminating in a devastating finale, Mahler’s signature hammer deals prophetic “blows of fate,” foreshadowing his own tragedies to come. Witness this tour de force orchestral triumph under the baton of Music Director Jonathon Heyward.

Please note this performance does not have an intermission. We encourage you to arrive early to ensure you have time to get to your seat.

 


Sunday, March 24

STRATHMORE
Doors Open at 1:30 PM
Concert at 3 PM

Mahler Symphony No. 6

Gustav Mahler’s “Tragic” Sixth Symphony offers a profound meditation on the human experience, ranging from absolute ecstasy to total despair. Culminating in a devastating finale, Mahler’s signature hammer deals prophetic “blows of fate,” foreshadowing his own tragedies to come. Witness this tour de force orchestral triumph under the baton of Music Director Jonathon Heyward.

Please note this performance does not have an intermission. We encourage you to arrive early to ensure you have time to get to your seat.

 

Stay after the concert to hear from Music Director, Jonathon Heyward, and President & CEO, Mark Hanson, about the 24-25 Season at The Music Center at Strathmore!

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