Masterworks Series

Dinur Conducts Tchaikovsky 4

October 23-25, 2026

Belding Theater at The Bushnell
Friday & Saturday at 8 PM
Sunday at 3 PM

Program

Gabriela Ortiz, Kauyumari

Liszt, Piano Concerto No. 1

Tchaikovsky, Symphony No. 4

Featuring

Yaniv Dinur, conductor

Ying Li, piano

About

What does it feel like to witness something that seems superhuman? Music Director finalist Yaniv Dinur leads the Hartford Symphony in a program about the connection between the physical and supernatural. Experience the colorful sounds of a Native Mexican ritual in Gabriela Ortiz’s Kauyumari, watch pianist Ying Li’s extraordinary skills and artistry in Liszt’s devilishly difficult Piano Concerto no. 1, and be swept into Tchaikovsky’s Symphony no. 4 about a composer struggling with his fate—a powerful reminder that great music connects between people across centuries and helps us understand our own story. And it always sounds better live!

“Tchaikovsky wrote this music when he was going through a very hard time in his life—and it is amazing to me that even when he was going through a difficult time, he still writes a waltz.” – Yaniv Dinur

Thank you to our sponsors:

The Elizabeth M. and Harriette M. Landon Foundation

Jeffrey & Nancy Hoffman

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO

Attend the FREE pre-concert talk with Maestro Kuan or special guest one hour before the concert!

Bring your smartphone to access our digital Playbill- don’t forget to silence it!

Grab a drink or bite from one of our convenient bar/café locations, and feel free to bring to your seat.

Applaud when you like what you hear – don’t worry about the “right” time!

Wear what you want – be comfortable.

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