Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra

Performing the works of Chin, Rachmaninoff, and Copland.

Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra

Performing the works of Chin, Rachmaninoff, and Copland.

Event Description

Internationally acclaimed and one of America’s finest, the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra (CSO) is making its triumphant return to the IU Auditorium stage for the first time in nearly 50 years. While in Bloomington, the orchestra will not only perform, but also lead an engaging three-day residency with students from the Jacobs School of Music.

Celebrating over 125 years of diverse work and talent, the Bloomington program will include Unsuk Chin’s subito con forza, Rachmaninoff’s Piano Concerto No. 3, and Copland’s Symphony No. 3. The performance will feature renowned pianist George Li with Matthias Pintscher conducting.

Rachmaninoff’s third piano concerto churns with uber-romantic melodies and Unsuk Chin’s music delights in contrasts. Copland’s last symphony, ringing with bells and brass, will conclude this magnificent evening. The finale builds on Fanfare for the Common Man—an enduring masterpiece written for and premiered by the CSO at their home, Music Hall—signaling the culmination and convergence of the composer’s entire career.

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Hearing Assistance

Wireless, infrared headset systems are available for all performances. Headsets may be used with or without a hearing aid and are distributed free of charge at coat check.

Engagement Events

Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra will be part of a three-day residency with IU students during their visit. Click here for complete schedule of those events.

Free public events include (RSVP required, see below):

Open Rehearsal

Tuesday, March 11 at 4–5 p.m.

IU Auditorium Theatre

Get a behind-the-scenes look and listen as the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra rehearses live on our stage prior to their March 12 performance.

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Pre-Show Talk with Pops Conductor John Morris Russell

Wednesday March 12 at 7–7:45 p.m.

Woodburn Hall Room 101

Join us for pre-show talk led by Cincinnati Pops Conductor, John Morris Russell. Russell will take a deep dive into the long rich history of music in the city of Cincinnati and preview the evening's performance.

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Run Time

Run time is approximately 2 hours, 10 minutes including intermission.

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Outside food and beverages
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