Symphony Orchestra

Boléro

Join the Symphony Orchestra for an evening of orchestral power, color and drama featuring two beloved masterpieces of the repertoire. The program opens with Symphony No. 2 by Aleksandr Borodin, a sweeping work celebrated for its heroic energy, rich melodies and distinctly Russian character. From its commanding opening to its triumphant finale, the symphony showcases Borodin’s gift for blending lyricism with bold orchestral grandeur.

The concert concludes with Maurice Ravel’s iconic Boléro, one of the most recognizable and mesmerizing works in classical music. Built upon a single hypnotic melody and an unrelenting rhythmic pulse, Boléro unfolds through a dazzling display of orchestral color, gradually building to one of the most thrilling climaxes in the repertoire.

Together, these masterworks celebrate the expressive possibilities of the orchestra, offering audiences an unforgettable journey through passion, imagination and sonic brilliance.