LONDON SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

Sir Antonio Pappano, Chief Conductor Alisa Weilerstein, cello In their matinee performance, the LSO will be joined by star cellist, Alisa Weilerstein, and their illustrious Chief Conductor, Sir Antonio Pappano. The program includes Elgar’s lyrical and passionate cello concerto— premiered by the LSO in 1919— and Richard Strauss’ famous autobiographical tone poem, Ein Heldenleben . Program to include: Elizabeth Maconchy, Nocturne for Orchestra Elgar, Cello Concerto in E Minor R. Strauss, Ein Heldenleben , Op. 40 Beyond The Stage Pre-Concert Talk 1pm-1:30pm Rinker Playhouse Beyond The Stage , hosted by Dr. Michael O’Connor, gives the inside story of the music, musicians and composers for each classical performance. Pre-concert talks include interesting facts and background about the program, highlighting elements of interest to all audience members and feature interviews with special guests from the ensembles. Dr. O’Connor is the Chair of the Department of Music and a Professor of Music History at Palm Beach Atlantic University. Passionate about connecting music to history, culture, and the artistic choices behind great performances, Dr. O’Connor brings a thoughtful, accessible approach to listening—illuminating how composers, performers, and contexts shape what audiences experience. He has presented research throughout the U.S. and Europe and maintains an active schedule as a brass musician in South Florida, performing in orchestras, brass bands and even his own salsa orchestra. Beyond The Stage sponsored by Nancy and Jay Parker Classical Concert Series sponsored by Leonard and Sophie Davis With support from