Get closer than ever to the music at BPO UpClose—an immersive, in-the-round concert experience that places you at the heart of orchestral sound in Kleinhans Music Hall’s Mary Seaton Room. Led by concertmaster Nikki Chooi and double-bassist Jonathan Borden, this program explores “musical machinery” with fascinating stories and insights into the music. This is not your typical concert—it’s intimate, informal, and interactive. You’ll sit among the musicians and see the artistry up close. Photos and videos are encouraged, so bring your camera and capture this one-of-a-kind experience! Program Jonathan Borden, host Nikki Chooi, violin BEETHOVEN Symphony No. 5 in C minor, Op. 67 I. Allegro con brio GABRIELI (R. KING) Sonata pian’ e forte CARLO GESUALDO (arr. Steven Paxton) Madrigal “Moro, lasso, al mio duolo” MOZART Symphony No. 40 in G minor, K. 550 I. Molto allegro PROKOFIEV Classical Symphony, Op. 25 I. Allegro con brio MEREDITH MONK “Phantom Strings” TCHAIKOVSKY (orch. Lucas Drew) Souvenir de Florence IV. Allero vivace
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