Spring Concert: An Eclectic Night

Santa Monica Symphony
Pola Benke, guest conductor
Cathy Biagini, cello

Program:
Felix Mendelssohn     The Hebrides Overture, Op. 26

Dmitry Kabalevsky     Cello Concerto No. 1, Op. 49
                                                 I. Allegro
                                                 II. Largo
                                                 III. Allegro molto
Cathy Biagini, cello

Intermission

Josef Strauss                Sphärenklänge Waltz, Op. 235
arr. Michael Rott

Joseph Haydn              Symphony No. 94, Surprise
                                                 I. Adagio cantabile – Vivace assai
                                                 II. Andante
                                                 III. Menuetto: Allegro molto
                                                 IV. Finale: Allegro molto

Concert Description:
The Santa Monica Symphony proudly presents an evening of diverse and captivating music led by guest conductor Pola Benke. Mendelssohn’s The Hebrides Overture opens the concert with a sweeping seascape of emotional depth. Dmitry Kabalevsky’s Cello Concerto No. 1 follows, contrasting energetic vitality with soulful introspection. Josef Strauss’ enchanting Sphärenklänge Waltz enchants with its celestial elegance. The concert concludes with Joseph Haydn’s delightful Symphony No. 94,  Surprise, filled with wit, charm, and Haydn’s flair for the unexpected.

Doors open at 6:00 pm.

Parking Details: Ample street parking is available on Pearl Street, 16th Street, and 17th Street, as well as surrounding residential streets.