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Eckart Preu, Music Director James Kennerley, organ Amanda Hardy, oboe J.S. Bach Oboe | Concerto in D Minor Amanda Hardy Rachel Laurin | Concerto in D for Organ, Strings, and Timpani James Kennerley Bruckner | Symphony No. 3 Experience a performance of richly layered sound as we explore the powerful role of the organ in shaping orchestral sound, structure, and emotional depth. A bold work by one of the great organists of the 19th century, Bruckner’s Symphony No. 3 is experimental and visionary. His deep love for the organ is translated throughout the piece with its sweeping sonorities, monumental climaxes, and a final movement in which the orchestra seems to transform into the mighty instrument itself. The result is music of profound spiritual intensity—towering, luminous, and unmistakably personal. PSO’s own Principal Oboist Amanda Hardy brings clarity, balance, and lyricism to the program with a Concerto for Oboe, the work of another master organist, Johann Sebastian Bach. Municipal organist James Kennerley also appears to perform Rachel Laurin’s Concerto in D for Organ, Strings, and Timpani, showcasing the power and musicality of the mighty Kotzschmar itself. RUN TIME: approximately 2 hours, including an intermission ADULT and CHILD & STUDENT prices are available online for this event. GROUP 10+ is available via phone & in-person only. Per ticket service fee is based on a percentage of the ticket price. $99 / $88 / $75 / $58 / $42 / $29 *before fees A beautifully restored 1,900-seat performance venue, this majestic hall is one of the gems of Portland’s downtown Arts District and close to plenty of restaurants to grab a bite before the show. Merrill Auditorium is owned and operated by the City of Portland. Merrill Auditorium 20 Myrtle Street Portland, ME 04101 Portland Symphony Orchestra Subscription Sunday Afternoon Concerts at 2:30pm Portland Symphony Orchestra Subscription Tuesday Evening Concerts at 7:00pm Portland Symphony Orchestra Subscription Tuesday Evening Concerts at 7:00pm and Sunday Afternoon Concerts at 2:30pm Portland Symphony Orchestra Subscription Flexible Package of 3 of more PSO Events Experience the joy of live performances with your friends and family. Groups of 10+ receive a discount on tickets and flexible reservation options.