Impressions of the Sea

Dive into a breathtaking sonic voyage with Impressions of the Sea, featuring the Oregon Symphony under the direction of Jun Märkl. This captivating concert film explores the profound beauty and power of the ocean through a program of iconic works. Experience Claude Debussy’s La Mer, a shimmering orchestral masterpiece that paints vivid musical portraits of tranquil waters, brewing storms, and the sun’s radiant journey across the sky. Joining the orchestra is acclaimed violinist Paul Huang, whose "stylish and polished playing" (Strad) brings a touch of gilded Hollywood glamour to Erich Wolfgang Korngold's Violin Concerto. Discover how Korngold masterfully weaves themes from his celebrated film scores – including *Another Dawn*, *Anthony Adverse*, and *The Prince and the Pauper* – into this sweeping concerto. The journey continues with Katherine Balch’s evocative *Leaf Catalogue* and Felix Mendelssohn’s triumphant *Calm Sea and Prosperous Voyage*, completing an unforgettable evening of orchestral splendor.