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Selections from Franck Symphony in D minor - Debussy Prelude to the Afternoon of a Faun - Stravinsky Firebird – Petrushka – Rite of Spring - Poulenc Les Biches - Ravel La Valse and more!
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Join us for an unforgettable evening as ISO’s former Music Director, Alastair Willis presents Paris Impressions. Experience the magic of turn-of-the-century Paris through the eyes of Sergei Diaghilev, the renowned Russian impresario of the Ballet Russes, and Jean-Luc Baton.<\/p>\n\n

This performance will transport you to a bygone era with enchanting compositions by Franck, Debussy, Ravel, and Poulenc. Adding to the evening’s allure, we will feature highlights from Stravinsky’s iconic works composed for the Ballet Russes, infusing the performance with drama and flair.<\/p>\n\n

Don’t miss this captivating journey with your Illinois Symphony Orchestra. Be part of an evening where history and music come alive!<\/p>\n\n

Alastair Willis<\/strong>, Conductor","Robert Mangialardi, <\/b>Actor<\/font><\/p>\n\n

Program includes:
\nSelections from Franck <\/strong>Symphony in D minor<\/em>
\nDebussy <\/strong>Prelude to the Afternoon of a Faun<\/em>
\nStravinsky <\/strong>Firebird <\/em>– Petrushka <\/em>– Rite of Spring<\/em>
\nPoulenc <\/strong>Les Biches<\/em>
\nRavel <\/strong>La Valse and more!<\/em><\/p>\n\n

Join us one hour before the concert for a pre-concert discussion and join us after the concert for our Play On After Party!<\/i><\/p>\n\n

Listen LIVE!
\nTickets:<\/strong>  $65 \/ $45 \/ $30
\nStudents (Age 24 & Under):  <\/strong>$10<\/p>\n\n

Springfield<\/h5>\n\n

Friday, November 8, 2024 @ 7:30 PM<\/strong>
\nUIS Performing Arts Center
\nConcert Comments @ 6:30 PM<\/em><\/p>\n\n

Bloomington-Normal<\/h5>\n\n

Saturday, November 9, 2024 @ 7:30 PM<\/strong>
\nISU Center for the Performing Arts
\nConcert Comments @ 6:30 PM<\/em><\/p>"]