CLASSICS: DVORÁK’S EIGHTH

Guest conductor Shira Samuels-Shragg leads the Tulsa Symphony Orchestra in a dynamic program showcasing bold contemporary color and beloved symphonic tradition. The concert opens with Shaw’s The Observatory, a vibrant and atmospheric work filled with shimmering textures and rhythmic energy. Trombonist Andrew Carrillo is featured in Grøndahl’s Concerto for Trombone, a virtuosic and expressive piece that highlights the instrument’s agility and power. The evening concludes with Dvořák’s Symphony No. 8, a joyful and expansive masterpiece known for its folk-inspired melodies, bright orchestration,