Former Principal Guest Conductor Susanna Mälkki returns to the LA Phil for Bartók's Concerto for Orchestra, a showcase for every section of the orchestra. The program also has the US premiere of Miroslav Srnka's Superorganisms, an LA Phil commission, and new Principal Oboe Ryan Roberts as soloist in Martinů's Oboe Concerto. Tickets start at $20.
What to expect
A classical program of about 2 to 2.5 hours at Walt Disney Concert Hall, including a 20-minute intermission. Srnka's roughly 18-minute Superorganisms and Martinů's Oboe Concerto make up the first half; Bartók's Concerto for Orchestra, about 36 minutes, fills the second.
Good to know
- There are two performances: Friday at 11 a.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m.
- The LA Phil lists a running time of about 2 to 2.5 hours with intermission.
- The Metro B/D Line stop at Civic Center/Grand Park is a short walk away.
- The LA Phil says all sales are final and that programs and artists are subject to change.
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Common questions
What is on the program?
Srnka's Superorganisms (US premiere), Martinů's Oboe Concerto with Ryan Roberts, and Bartók's Concerto for Orchestra.
How long is the concert?
The LA Phil lists about 2 to 2.5 hours, including a 20-minute intermission.