CLASSICS: DVORÁK'S EIGHTH

buy tickets Shira Samuels-Shragg, guest conductor Andrew Carillo, trombone Caroline Shaw | The Observatory Grondahl | Concerto for Trombone Andrew Carrillo, trombone Dvořák | Symphony No. 8 in G major 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, and uplifting character. LEARN MORE ABOUT SEASON 21 + SUBSCRIPTIONS Gain Insight into the Music Read the program notes and learn more about the composers, their lives, work, motivations, and more. PROGRAM NOTES Preview the Music