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SUMMARY:Tchaikovsky Meets Elfman
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nA myriad of eclectic instruments—including pots\, pans\, and metal gadgets—accompany world-renowned percussionist Colin Currie and his BPO brethren in performing Danny Elfman’s Percussion Concerto\, which was written for Currie himself. Sounds in the piece are influenced by Elfman’s traveling experience\, where he played many metal-based instruments. The concerto\, offbeat and idiosyncratic\, was orchestrated without brass or woodwinds. Tchaikovsky’s Fifth Symphony was a topic of debate following its composition\, as Russian and Western musical tradition joined hands\, resulting in a beloved\, emotionally lyrical masterpiece. The piece originated as program music—accompanying ideas or a story—about Fate\, and its motif can be heard throughout the symphony. Though once plagued by poor reviews and Tchaikovsky’s personal self-doubt\, Symphony No. 5 endures and proves its widespread appeal as it continues to bring enjoyment to concert halls like Kleinhans. \n[/vc_column_text][vc_separator css=””][vc_column_text css=””]Composer Danny Elfman will be in Buffalo attending both performances of his Percussion Concerto on March 7 and 8 and expects to address the audience from the stage at both the Saturday evening and Sunday matinee concerts. \nFor audiences\, this is a rare opportunity to experience a major contemporary composer in the hall as his music is performed. Music Director JoAnn Falletta leads the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra with internationally acclaimed percussionist Colin Currie as soloist in Elfman’s electrifying Percussion Concerto. \nFollowing the Saturday evening performance only\, Danny Elfman and JoAnn Falletta will greet patrons for a special CD signing celebrating their recording collaborations. \nTwo albums will be available for purchase that evening: \nPercussion Concerto & Wunderkammer (2024 release) – $25\nFeaturing the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic under JoAnn Falletta\, including the Percussion Concerto written for Colin Currie. \nViolin Concerto “Eleven Eleven” – $20\nA dramatic and compelling concerto noir paired with Adolphus Hailstork’s Piano Concerto No. 1. \nDue to time and inventory limitations\, signing will be limited to these two CDs only. Patrons may have one of each album signed (maximum two total per person). Previously purchased copies of these same albums may also be signed. No other items will be eligible. Quantities are limited. \nJoin us for an unforgettable weekend as we welcome one of today’s most celebrated composers to Kleinhans Music Hall.[/vc_column_text][vc_separator css=””][vc_column_text css=””] \nProgram\nJoAnn Falletta\, conductor\nColin Currie\, percussion \nDANNY ELFMAN  Percussion Concerto\nI. Triangle\nII. D.S.C.H.\nIII. Down\nIV. Syncopate \nINTERMISSION \nTCHAIKOVSKY  Symphony No. 5 in E minor\, Op. 64\nI. Andante – Allegro con anima\nII. Andante cantabile\, con alcuna licenza\nIII. Valse: Allegro moderato\nIV. Finale: Andante maestoso – Allegro vivace[/vc_column_text][vc_separator css=””][vc_raw_html css=””]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[/vc_raw_html][vc_separator css=””][vc_column_text css=””] \nThe Classics Series is presented by the\n \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://bpo.org/event/tchaikovsky-meets-elfman/2026-03-07/
LOCATION:Kleinhans Music Hall\, 3 Symphony Circle\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14201\, United States
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SUMMARY:Brahms & Bruch
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nThe concert opens with The Banks of Green Willow\, George Butterworth’s idyllic work comprised of two English folk songs. The pastoral piece premiered just two years before the promising young composer’s demise in the trenches of World War I. German composer Max Bruch was similarly fascinated with folk song and captivated by Scottish traditions. He wove these melodies into his violin showpiece\, Scottish Fantasy. The orchestration aurally paints many Scottish scenes for listeners as Bruch emulates bagpipes and war music. Meanwhile\, in Brahms’ expressive Symphony No. 1\, finely dubbed “Beethoven’s Tenth”—the composer set out to follow in the musical giant’s footprints after hearing his Ninth Symphony. While many Early-Romantic composers attempted to emulate Beethoven through stark contrasts and an abundance of stunning melodies\, Brahms followed Beethoven’s precedent for allowing just a few musical ideas to undergo a journey and transformation throughout a piece. Through the development of these ideas\, Brahms tells a story\, rife with compelling drama. Due to his perfectionism\, the piece gestated for twenty-two years before he allowed it to be heard by the public. Listeners will swing on the emotional pendulum as the movements progress\, before the concert ends with a sweeping chorale and majestic final cadence. \n[/vc_column_text][vc_separator css=””][vc_column_text css=””] \nProgram\nJoAnn Falletta\, conductor\nSimone Porter\, violin \nBUTTERWORTH  The Banks of Green Willow \nBRUCH  Scottish Fantasy for Violin and Orchestra\, Op. 46\nPrelude: Grave\nI. Adagio cantabile\nII. Allegro\nIII. Andante sostenuto\nIV. Finale: Allegro guerriero \nINTERMISSION \nBRAHMS  Symphony No. 1 in C minor\, Op. 68\nI. Un poco sostenuto – Allegro\nII. Andante sostenuto\nIII. Un poco allegretto e grazioso\nIV. Adagio – Più andante – Allegro non troppo\, ma con brio – Più allegro[/vc_column_text][vc_separator css=””][vc_column_text css=””] \nPractice Room Break with Jonathan Borden\nBPO double bassist Jonathan Borden takes a practice room break to give a behind-the-scenes preview of this weekend’s program. Click the video below to watch![/vc_column_text][vc_video link=”https://youtu.be/0fFTZZJoMYE” align=”center” css=””][vc_separator css=””][vc_column_text css=””] \nJoin us after Saturday’s concert for a Musician’s Nightcap!\nHosted by BPO double bassist Jonathan Borden\, this informal gathering on the lower level of Kleinhans brings patrons\, orchestra musicians\, and guest artists together for lively conversation. We’re excited to welcome BPO cellists Ethan Blake and Simon Housner to this week’s conversation! Enjoy light refreshments as you connect and continue the evening’s experience. This post-concert event is free and open to all Saturday ticketholders.[/vc_column_text][vc_separator css=””][vc_raw_html css=””]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[/vc_raw_html][vc_separator css=””][vc_column_text css=””] \nThe Classics Series is presented by the\n \nThe Coffee Concert Series is presented by\n \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://bpo.org/event/brahms-bruch/2026-03-20/
LOCATION:Kleinhans Music Hall\, 3 Symphony Circle\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14201\, United States
CATEGORIES:2025-2026 Season,2025-26 Classics Series
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SUMMARY:Brahms & Bruch
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nThe concert opens with The Banks of Green Willow\, George Butterworth’s idyllic work comprised of two English folk songs. The pastoral piece premiered just two years before the promising young composer’s demise in the trenches of World War I. German composer Max Bruch was similarly fascinated with folk song and captivated by Scottish traditions. He wove these melodies into his violin showpiece\, Scottish Fantasy. The orchestration aurally paints many Scottish scenes for listeners as Bruch emulates bagpipes and war music. Meanwhile\, in Brahms’ expressive Symphony No. 1\, finely dubbed “Beethoven’s Tenth”—the composer set out to follow in the musical giant’s footprints after hearing his Ninth Symphony. While many Early-Romantic composers attempted to emulate Beethoven through stark contrasts and an abundance of stunning melodies\, Brahms followed Beethoven’s precedent for allowing just a few musical ideas to undergo a journey and transformation throughout a piece. Through the development of these ideas\, Brahms tells a story\, rife with compelling drama. Due to his perfectionism\, the piece gestated for twenty-two years before he allowed it to be heard by the public. Listeners will swing on the emotional pendulum as the movements progress\, before the concert ends with a sweeping chorale and majestic final cadence. \n[/vc_column_text][vc_separator css=””][vc_column_text css=””] \nProgram\nJoAnn Falletta\, conductor\nSimone Porter\, violin \nBUTTERWORTH  The Banks of Green Willow \nBRUCH  Scottish Fantasy for Violin and Orchestra\, Op. 46\nPrelude: Grave\nI. Adagio cantabile\nII. Allegro\nIII. Andante sostenuto\nIV. Finale: Allegro guerriero \nINTERMISSION \nBRAHMS  Symphony No. 1 in C minor\, Op. 68\nI. Un poco sostenuto – Allegro\nII. Andante sostenuto\nIII. Un poco allegretto e grazioso\nIV. Adagio – Più andante – Allegro non troppo\, ma con brio – Più allegro[/vc_column_text][vc_separator css=””][vc_column_text css=””] \nPractice Room Break with Jonathan Borden\nBPO double bassist Jonathan Borden takes a practice room break to give a behind-the-scenes preview of this weekend’s program. Click the video below to watch![/vc_column_text][vc_video link=”https://youtu.be/0fFTZZJoMYE” align=”center” css=””][vc_separator css=””][vc_column_text css=””] \nJoin us after Saturday’s concert for a Musician’s Nightcap!\nHosted by BPO double bassist Jonathan Borden\, this informal gathering on the lower level of Kleinhans brings patrons\, orchestra musicians\, and guest artists together for lively conversation. We’re excited to welcome BPO cellists Ethan Blake and Simon Housner to this week’s conversation! Enjoy light refreshments as you connect and continue the evening’s experience. This post-concert event is free and open to all Saturday ticketholders.[/vc_column_text][vc_separator css=””][vc_raw_html css=””]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[/vc_raw_html][vc_separator css=””][vc_column_text css=””] \nThe Classics Series is presented by the\n \nThe Coffee Concert Series is presented by\n \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://bpo.org/event/brahms-bruch/2026-03-21/
LOCATION:Kleinhans Music Hall\, 3 Symphony Circle\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14201\, United States
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