| Ives, Charles (1874-1954) | Sinfonie Nr. 2 | |
| Tschaikowsky, Peter Iljitsch (1840-1893) | Symphonie Nr. 4 in f-Moll, Op.36 |
| Wiener Philharmoniker | |
| Gustavo Dudamel | Musikalische Leitung |
A mere 20 years separate the composition of these two symphonies, yet their musical journeys take us in completely opposite directions. After a Beethoven-like struggle with Fate, Tchaikovsky’s symphony banishes all doubts with a thrilling, no-holds-barred coda that sets the heart racing. Ives startles us with glimpses of American folk and band music, concluding with what can only be likened to a short, tart Bronx cheer.
Pre-concert talk starts at 1:00 PM in Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage with Jan Swafford, author and composer.