The Simple Symphonist

Evening Music | May 6, 2010

Anton Bruckner was as famous for his modesty as he was for his large-scale, tempestuous symphonies. Once, after a rehearsal of his Symphony No. 4, Bruckner was so excited that he tipped the conductor (with a coin, that is — the conductor kept that coin on his watch-chain thereafter). Tonight we'll hear that symphony, also called the "Romantic"; Marek Janowski conducts the Radio Symphony Orchestra of France.

Before that, however, there's a nice orchestral treat in store: James Levine leads the Orchestra of St. Luke's in a lively performance of Benjamin Britten's "Young Person's Guide to the Orchestra." Pop star Cher lends her narrative talents as well to this fun and favorite (not to mention adult-pleasing)work.

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