Gershwin brought the energy of jazz into the concert hall with the Concerto in F and Rhapsody in Blue, a work that has become an emblem of American musical identity. Bernstein continued this path, transforming the Symphonic Dances from West Side Story into one of the most beloved orchestral works of the twentieth century.
Conductor Carl St. Clair, whose name is closely tied to the Pacific Symphony, served as its artistic director for 35 years. A profound connoisseur and one of the most inspired interpreters of the American symphonic repertoire, he breathes new life into beloved works that combine symphonic grandeur with the light, sensuous mood of Broadway melodies. Joining him is the celebrated French-Canadian pianist Alain Lefèvre — a long-time favourite of Athenian audiences — renowned for his “electrifying” performances!
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