Inspired by Shakespeare
William Shakespeare 1609 By Unknown - The Washington Times, Public Domain, Wikimedia Commons
On this week's Prairie Performances, Friday night at 7 pm on WILL-FM 90.9, the Millikin-Decatur Symphony presents an evening of romantic tragedy inspired by the Bard himself. The orchestra pairs Tchaikovsky’s fantasy with Prokofiev’s ballet, both retelling the story of star-crossed lovers, Romeo and Juliet. In the midst of these two masterpieces stands Shostakovich’s transcendent Second Piano Concerto, featuring an “astonishing” and “uplifting” performance by special guest pianist, Ilya Yakushev.
“If music be the food of love, play on!”
Inspired by Shakespeare (09/23/2017)
Millikin-Decatur Symphony
Sergey Bogza, conductor
Ilya Yakushev, piano
Tchaikovsky | Romeo and Juliet Fantasy-Overture
Shostakovich | Piano Concerto No. 2, Op. 102, F Major
Prokofiev | Selections from Romeo and Juliet Ballet