Program
Dawson, Negro Folk Symphony
Strauss, Don Juan, TrV 156, op. 20
Sibelius, Concerto for Violin in D minor, op. 47
Featuring
Carolyn Kuan, conductor
Sirena Huang, violin
About
Join the Hartford Symphony Orchestra for an exhilarating concert filled with orchestral brilliance and virtuosic performances! The program opens with Strauss’ Don Juan, a thrilling tone poem that vividly portrays the legendary lover’s adventures. Next, experience the rich cultural tapestry of William Levi Dawson’s Negro Folk Symphony, a powerful and moving work inspired by African American spirituals. The program culminates with the dazzling virtuosity of Connecticut native and HSO favorite, Sirena Huang, performing Sibelius’ Violin Concerto, a masterpiece of lyrical beauty and stunning technical feats. Whether you’re celebrating love or simply a love for music, this enchanting concert is the perfect way to spend Valentine’s weekend.