The Elmhurst Symphony Orchestra announces an unforgettable concert featuring the timeless masterpieces of Beethoven and Brahms, with a special performance by renowned violinist Rachel Barton Pine. Join us on November 10, 2024, at 3:00 PM at Elmhurst Christian Reformed Church for an afternoon of extraordinary music. Enhance your concert experience by attending our pre-concert lecture at 1:45 PM, led by Assistant Conductor, Eli Chen. Chen will provide fascinating insights into the program, offering a deeper understanding of the historical and musical context of Beethoven's and Brahms' works, as well as Rachel Barton Pine's interpretation of Brahms’ Violin Concerto. Program Highlights: GIOACCHINO ROSSINI Overture to The Barber of Seville JOHANNES BRAHMS Violin Concerto LUDWIG van BEETHOVEN Symphony No. 7 Performers: Rachel Barton Pine Violin Elmhurst Symphony Orchestra Stephen Alltop, Music Director and Conductor What’s Interesting About This Concert: American pianist and comedian Oscar Levant once tried to talk his way out of a speeding ticket by saying, “You can’t possibly hear the last movement of Beethoven’s Seventh and go slow!” We agree, and preemptively caution you as you drive home from this concert. Opening with the charming and witty Barber of Seville Overture (you might fondly recall the Bugs Bunny cartoon), this concert welcomes Rachel Barton Pine to our stage for the Violin Concerto by Johannes Brahms. A Musical First: This concert will mark the first performance of Brahms’ Violin Concerto during Maestro Stephen Alltop’s tenure as Music Director. Ticket Information: Tickets for Beethoven, Brahms, and Barton Pine are available for purchase online, by phone, or at the box office on the day of the event. Discounted prices are available for seniors and students. Don’t miss this opportunity to witness an extraordinary musical journey! For tickets and more information, please visit ElmhurstSymphony.org or call the ESA office at 630-941-0202 (Monday through Friday, 10 AM-3 PM). To hear the concert pieces ahead of time visit ElmhurstSymphony.org.