Schumann’s “Rhenish” Symphony

Supported by Karen Duguid and Wally Johnson

This program draws inspiration from the natural world, pairing vivid musical landscapes with Romantic warmth. Music Director Andreas Delfs leads the RPO in Smetana’s beloved The Moldau, a flowing portrait of a river’s journey through the Czech countryside. Tessa Lark joins the orchestra for Michael Torke’s luminous Sky, a contemporary work full of color and rhythmic vitality. The concert concludes with Schumann’s joyful “Rhenish” Symphony, inspired by the composer’s life along the Rhine. Together, these works create a richly expressive program that moves gracefully between atmosphere, lyricism, and exuberant orchestral sound.