The Vancouver Symphony Orchestra (VSO) USA’s 2023-24 season will continue with a performance of Gustav Mahler’s “Symphony No. 5” and William Alwyn’s “Hydriotaphia” beginning at 7 p.m. Feb. 24 and Feb. 25 at Skyview Concert Hall, 1300 NW 139th St, Vancouver.
The VSO last performed Mahler’s Fifth in 2013, and this concert marks its first performance of “Hydriotaphia.”
Mahler wrote his “Fifth Symphony” during a highly tumultuous time in his life, according to a press release. The work reflects this journey from tragedy to triumph.
“Hydriotaphia” was written by Alwyn in 1973 and is inspired by a beloved work by the 17th-century writer Sir Thomas Browne, the release stated.
VSO artistic director Maestro Salvador Brotons will conduct the performance.
One hour before the program’s start on both performance days, a pre-concert talk on the history of the works featured will take place in Skyview Concert Hall for all ticket holders.
Tickets are available for purchase at vancouversymphony.org.
The VSO, now in its 45th season, provides symphonic music in live performances and through music education in schools, concert halls and throughout the community.
