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Portland Symphony Orchestra

mozart meets
klezmer

Anna Handler, guest conductor
David Krakauer, clarinet

PROGRAM
MOZART | Clarinet Concerto in A major, K.622
DAVID KRAKAUER/KATHLEEN TAGG | The Fretless Clarinet: Concerto for Klezmer Clarinet and Orchestra, Mvmt II
KRAKAUER | Synagogue Wail for Solo Clarinet
KRAKAUER | Der Heyser Bulgar
BEETHOVEN | Symphony No. 7 in A major, op. 92

A rich and ancient tradition, klezmer has endured thanks to its deep humanity of expression and easy absorption of contemporary influences. The melding of classical and klezmer music has been going on for hundreds of years, with harmonies, melodies and performers moving freely from genre to genre. 

American clarinetist and composer David Krakauer moves brilliantly between the worlds of classical and klezmer, making his debut appearance with the Portland Symphony Orchestra in a program honoring both. Conductor Anna Handler, newly appointed assistant conductor at the Boston Symphony, also joins for her first time appearing with the PSO. 

RUN TIME: approximately 1 hr 40 min including intermission

ADULT and CHILD & STUDENT prices are available online for this event.
GROUP 10+ is available via phone & in-person only.
Ticket prices include a per ticket service fee, varying from $2 – $10.50 depending on ticket price.

Sunday, March 30, 2025 2:30PM

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$108 / $97 / $95 / $74 / $72 / $66 / $58 / $42 / $28
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Venue

Merrill Auditorium

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merrill
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A beautifully restored 1,900-seat performance venue, this majestic hall is one of the gems of Portland’s downtown Arts District and close to plenty of restaurants to grab a bite before the show.

Merrill Auditorium is owned and operated by the City of Portland.

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Merrill Auditorium
20 Myrtle Street
Portland, ME 04101

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