Symphonic Cinema: Korngold, Strauss & Williams

Symphonic Cinema: Korngold, Strauss & Williams brings the magic of Hollywood and the grandeur of the Viennese stage to the Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra under the baton of conductor Andreas Delfs. In a dazzling showcase for violin virtuoso Stefan Jackiw, the evening begins with Erich Wolfgang Korngold’s radiant Violin Concerto— a soaring ode steeped in lyrical motifs that echo the scores of *Another Dawn*, *Anthony Adverse*, and *The Prince and the Pauper*. The program then transports listeners to the lush, romantic world of Richard Strauss with his dazzling *Der Rosenkavalier* Suite, capturing the wit, charm, and golden glow of a Viennese opera. Trailing the winds of history, the orchestra culminates the performance with John Williams’s iconic “Adventures on Earth” from *E.T. The Extra‑Terrestrial*, a thrilling symphonic journey that fuses soaring melodies, heart‑warming imagination, and unforgettable cinematic energy. Interwoven through the program is Max Steiner’s beloved *Gone with the Wind Overture*, marking a perfect blend of film and concert hall charisma. Join us for an unforgettable evening of storytelling through sound—an experience that celebrates the power of music to transport, inspire, and captivate.