"Truth to Power"

Jherrard Hardeman, conductor

GLIÈRE Russian Sailors’ Dance
SHOSTAKOVICH Symphony No. 11 in G minor “The Year 1905”

The RPYO returns from their whirlwind tour to Boston and Montreal with this “Truth to Power” side-by-side concert with your RPO. Embark on an exhilarating musical odyssey exploring the vibrant essence of Russian music through two masterful compositions. Immerse yourself first in the spirited vitality of Russian Sailors' Dance - a compelling piece from Glière's ballet The Red Poppy. “Truth to Power” then features Dmitri Shostakovich's Symphony No. 11, "The Year 1905," a powerful reflection on the complexity of the Russian Revolution of 1905, marked by its dramatic intensity and vivid melodies.

3D Tour of Kodak Hall