Join us for an unconducted performance led by our Concertmaster, Nikki Chooi, with introductions by Jonathan Borden and our talented musicians. Immerse yourself in the music, sitting in the round, up close to the orchestra, in the intimate setting of the Mary Seaton Room at Kleinhans Music Hall. Attendees are encouraged to take photos and videos during the performance, with dramatic lighting providing a perfect backdrop for sharing on social media!

Tickets are priced at $35, with only 350 tickets available. Parking for this event is free in the BPO lots on a first-come, first-served basis, with additional street parking available.

6:00pm – Happy hour with cash bar
7:00pm – Concert
Post-concert mingle with musicians. Complimentary wine and beer, soft drinks, and dessert/cheese trays will be served.

Program

Nikki Chooi, concertmaster
Jonathan Borden, host

JESSIE MONTGOMERY  Starburst
BACH  Suite No. 1 in C major for Orchestra, BWV 1066
I. Overture
MOZART  Symphony No. 41 in C major, K. 551, “Jupiter”
IV. Molto allegro
BARTOK / arr. Willner  Rumanian Folk Dances
SIBELIUS  Valse Triste from Kuolema, Op. 44, No. 1
BEETHOVEN  Symphony No. 7 in A major, Op. 92
II. Allegretto
SHOSTAKOVICH / arr. Drew  Sinfonia for Strings
II. Allegro molto
MICHI WIANCKO  La Follia Variations (ater Francesco Geminiani)