The National Symphony Orchestra
Noseda Conducts Beethoven
Founded in 1931, the National Symphony Orchestra has always been firmly committed to artistic excellence and music education. The NSO performs approximately 150 concerts each year, including classical and popular concerts, with some of the world's most renowned talents appearing as guest artists. While at The McKnight Center, they’ll perform two unique concerts under the baton of music director Gianandrea Noseda. Guest violinist Ray Chen, known for his virtuosic talent and immense charisma, will appear both nights.
Date | Saturday, April 24, 2027
Time | 7:30PM
Venue | Performance Hall
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On the Program
The National Symphony Orchestra: Noseda Conducts Beethoven
Saturday, April 24 | 7:30PM
Gioachino Rossini: William Tell - Overture
Samuel Barber: Violin Concerto
Ludwig van Beethoven: Symphony No.6 "Pastoral"
Saturday, April 24 | 7:30PM
Gioachino Rossini: William Tell - Overture
Samuel Barber: Violin Concerto
Ludwig van Beethoven: Symphony No.6 "Pastoral"
Preludes: Pre-Concert Conversations
Enhance your concert experience with free pre-concert conversations!Dr. Lucia Unrau hosts half-hour conversations with our distinguished guest artists before each concert in our Classical Series. These casual discussions provide insight about the evening’s program, including the music that will be performed, the soloists, and the ensembles. Preludes is the perfect way to deepen your musical understanding and enhance your enjoyment of the concert.
Preludes is held in the Recital Hall beginning one hour prior to show time. No ticket needed - Preludes is free for all to attend.
ABOUT THE ARTISTS
Gianandrea Noseda is one of the world’s most sought-after conductors, equally recognized for his artistry in both the concert hall and opera house. Noseda is in his ninth season as Music Director of the National Symphony Orchestra in Washington, D.C., where his leadership has inspired and reinvigorated the ensemble. The renewed artistic recognition and critical acclaim have led to invitations to Carnegie Hall and international concert halls, as well as digital streaming and a record label distributed by LSO Live, for which Noseda also records as principal guest conductor of the London Symphony Orchestra. A native of Milan, Noseda is Commendatore al Merito della Repubblica Italiana, marking his contribution to the artistic life of Italy. He has been honored as Conductor of the Year by both Musical America and the International Opera Awards. He is also a recipient of the Puccini Award whose past recipients include legendary opera stars Maria Callas, Birgit Nilsson, and Luciano Pavarotti.
Violinist and online personality, Ray Chen redefines what it means to be a classical musician in the 21st century. He has appeared with the London Philharmonic Orchestra, National Symphony Orchestra, Leipzig Gewandhausorchester, Munich Philharmonic, Filarmonica della Scala, Orchestra Nazionale della Santa Cecilia, Los Angeles Philharmonic, SWR Symphony, New York Philharmonic, San Francisco Symphony, Pittsburgh Symphony, Berlin Radio Symphony, and Bavarian Radio Chamber Orchestra. Born in Taiwan and raised in Australia, Ray was accepted to the Curtis Institute of Music at age 15, where he studied with Aaron Rosand and was supported by Young Concert Artists. He plays the 1714 “Dolphin” Stradivarius violin on loan from the Nippon Music Foundation. This instrument was once owned by the famed violinist, Jascha Heifetz.
