Saturday, June 8, 2024 | 7:30 PM
Kresge Auditorium, MIT
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PROGRAM
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EDUOARD LALO
Concerto for Cello and Orchestra
GUSTAV MAHLER
Symphony No. 1
ABOUT THE PROGRAM
Victory and Peace hold a timeless significance, embodying the triumph over adversity and the subsequent serenity that follows. It is a theme that resonates with the human spirit, symbolizing the resilience and fortitude that define us.
Join us for our 2023/24 Season Finale, a night of musical triumph with masterpieces by Eduoard Lalo and Gustav Mahler, serving as a musical allegory for the timeless themes of overcoming challenges and finding solace in harmony. Immerse yourself in the beauty of Lalo’s Cello Concerto, a testament to the power of collaboration, and Mahler's Symphony No. 1, a musical odyssey from uncertainty to triumph. Let the music inspire you to embody the principles of victory and peace in your own life. We are thrilled to present cellist extraordinaire, Jonah Ellsworth for this event.
Gustav Mahler's life was marked by a series of personal and professional struggles, including the death of several of his siblings during his lifetime, and constant battles against the anti-Semitic attitudes of his time. Yet, despite these challenges, he remained dedicated to his craft, creating some of the most innovative and emotionally powerful music of his era. Mahler once said, "A symphony must be like the world. It must contain everything." His First Symphony, often referred to as the 'Titan,' is a musical odyssey that encapsulates the essence of victory and peace. The symphony begins with a depiction of nature awakening, symbolizing the dawn of a new day and the potential for renewal. This can be seen as a metaphor for Mahler's own resilience in the face of adversity. As the symphony progresses, the music traverses through a series of emotional landscapes, from the energetic and optimistic second movement to the solemn and introspective third movement. The final movement, marked by its triumphant and majestic character, culminates in a resounding declaration of victory. This journey from uncertainty to triumph mirrors Mahler's own life journey and the philosophical quest for peace, highlighting the resilience and determination required to overcome challenges and emerge victorious.
Through their masterful compositions, Lalo and Mahler have created a musical narrative that reflects the philosophical journey from conflict to resolution, struggle to triumph. As we listen to this music, let us be inspired by its message and strive to embody the principles of victory and peace in our own lives.