Elgar’s Enigma Variations & Barber’s Violin Concerto

🎻 Join us for an enchanting evening of orchestral masterpieces!

Featured Performers:
🎼 Thomas Wilkins, Conductor
🎻 Grace Park, Violinist

Program:

• Brahms: Variations on a Theme by Haydn
• Samuel Barber: Violin Concerto
• Edward Elgar: Enigma Variations

Unravel the mystery of Elgar’s beloved Enigma Variations, a captivating musical enigma that has bewildered audiences for over 125 years! 🎶 As Elgar described, it began with humor and evolved into profound seriousness, showcasing the power of friendship through music.

Experience the vibrant spirit of the American classical scene as our acclaimed Concertmaster, Grace Park, brings Barber’s exquisite Violin Concerto to life. Lauded for her artistry and passion, Grace is recognized as both a thrilling soloist and an attentive chamber musician. 🌟

About the Artists:
Thomas Wilkins is an internationally celebrated conductor and a proud native of Norfolk, serving as the Virginia Symphony Orchestra’s Principal Guest Conductor since 2021. He also holds prestigious roles with the Hollywood Bowl Orchestra and the Boston Symphony.

Grace Park is an award-winning violinist whose performances are described as “fresh, different, and exhilarating,” captivating audiences worldwide. She is a victor of the Naumburg International Violin Competition, representing the pinnacle of violin artistry.

Event Details:
📍 Location: 1 Avenue of the Arts, Newport News, VA 23606
📅 Date & Time: Join us for a night of musical discovery! (Check the link for details)
🔗 Tickets Available Here

Don't miss this chance to immerse yourself in orchestral magic! 🎉