Obra: Fate Now Conquers

Without a baton, the contemporary-music specialist showcases the Chicago Symphony strings in an intimate program ranging from music of the last decade all the way back to Pergolesi. 

With conductor Peter Oundijan, the Indianapolis Symphony showcases two principals in Brahms’ Double Concerto, the program rounded out with Pictures at an Exhibition.

Skride’s approach is not based on power, glamour or virtuosity but is anchored by poetic expressivity and tonal beauty