Eugene Symphony: Opening Night

Francesco Lecce-Chong, conductor

Orion Weiss, piano

Angélica Negrón: Me ha perdido

Gershwin: Piano Concerto in F

de Falla: The Three-Cornered Hat

Opening Night at the Eugene Symphony is always electric. You’ll be introduced to the fresh sounds of First Symphony Project composer Angélica Negrón. Then you’ll hear George Gershwin’s jazz-infused and thoroughly American piano concerto, played by dynamic virtuoso Orion Weiss. Finally, Manuel de Falla’s evocative ballet score The Three-Cornered Hat, full of Spanish songs and flamenco-inspired dances, brings your evening to a dazzling close. We can’t wait to share the start of this exciting season with you!