Pictures at an exhibition

Experience an unforgettable evening of musical brilliance on Saturday, May 24, 2025, at 8:00 PM as the season comes to a grand close. Under the expert direction of Martin MacDonald, the concert features the extraordinary Samir Abd-Elmessih on French horn, delivering a night of captivating performances. The program opens with Ian Cusson’s Tableau Vivant, a contemporary work rich with vivid imagery, followed by Glière’s Horn Concerto, showcasing the lyrical beauty and technical mastery of the French horn. After intermission, the evening culminates with Mussorgsky’s Pictures at an Exhibition, orchestrated by Ravel, a masterpiece that transforms musical sketches into a breathtaking sonic journey. Celebrate the season’s finale with this dazzling and powerful performance.