Classics: Sibelius' Finlandia

James Bagwell, renowned principal Conductor, leads the Tulsa Symphony Orchestra in a program inspired by the sweeping landscapes and musical traditions of Northern Europe. The concert opens with Rossini’s William Tell Overture, a thrilling and instantly recognizable work known for its dramatic buildup and energetic finale. Arnold’s Four Scottish Dances brings lively rhythms and folk-inspired melodies to the stage, offering moments of both charm and exuberance. Sibelius’s Finlandia follows with its powerful and patriotic themes before the evening culminates in Sibelius’s Symphony No. 5, a majestic conclusion.